In my early bodybuilding years I rarely worked my traps. I assumed that these muscles received enough work from bent-over … continue reading
Q: What were the most effective arm programs you ever followed? A: They were usually programs that didn’t specialize on … continue reading
While all minerals are important to health, potassium has special significance for those who exercise. Consider its primary functions in … continue reading
Q: I have been reading your articles for years and recently saw you training at Gold’s Gym in Venice, which … continue reading
While glucosamine and chondroitin have been touted as a great combo for relieving joint pain and strengthening soft tissue, SAMe … continue reading
These are probably the two most common training questions asked around the world: Do I have to bench-press to get … continue reading
Q: Doug Brignole’s high-rep method [explained in his interview in The Ultimate Power-Density Mass Workout 2.0] sounds interesting. I’d like to try it once a week for upper body. Do you think it would be okay to do an entire workout with his "Super TORQ" for chest, back and arms, and at the other workouts that week do standard training?
Part 1 Genetics, Genotyping and Gene Simmons By some estimates almost 75 percent of adults in the United States begin … continue reading
Age: 29 Weight: 135 Height: 5’8” Hometown: Hemet, California Current residence: Los Angeles Occupation: Nurse’s assistant at the Biomed Spa … continue reading
Q: Is there a way to increase tendon strength to help avoid injury? A: Extensive research shows that eccentric, or … continue reading
Overlooked Exercises, Tips and Tactics You Can Use to Get Huge Most bodybuilders get stuck in a rut, even if … continue reading
Optimum Nutrition Athlete Jen Aragon Went From 200 Pounds of Blubber to Bikini Stunner Seven years ago Jen Aragon became … continue reading
Ben Booker Etches His Physique With Motivation and Determination Several years ago I was watching a compilation of failed attempts … continue reading
If you’re serious about building muscles and staying healthy, you need to be aware of bisphenol A. BPA is a … continue reading
Q: Which do you like better: barbell or dumbbell presses? A: Both are excellent, although dumbbells provide a more natural … continue reading
Q: What is your opinion about using Pilates for weight loss? I’ve read that ballet dancers have a lot of … continue reading
Our April issue starts with an interview with Ben Booker. The man has a physique that rivets your attention, and … continue reading
Q: I’m torn between heavy training and higher reps [TORQ]. I like ending bodyparts with lighter-weight, high-rep sets for longer tension times and more pump, and now I’m hearing that ALL-high-rep workouts are best. I’m almost 30, but I want to grow as fast as possible. Should I try all-high-rep training for a while, or is that more for when I’m older and can’t train heavy anymore?
It’s hard to believe that I won my first Natural Mr. Universe title 20 years ago. I still vividly remember … continue reading
Q: I’m in my late 40s and having trouble letting go of training heavy. I’ve tried the 4X mass method … continue reading
Q: What type of pullover should I perform? A: A popular form of the pullover is done with a single … continue reading
You know that processed sugar is bad for your body—but did you also know that it’s bad for your brain. … continue reading
Q: I’m in my late 30s and don’t have any real joint problems—just slight shoulder pain from too much benching. … continue reading
Height: 5’3” Weight: 100-104 Age: 32 Started training: To balance my musculature, to help with my scoliosis, to build strength … continue reading
It appears that fenugreek has the ability to increase the effectiveness of insulin, growth hormone and testosterone—three of your most … continue reading
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