Training

Stuart McRobert’s new book is really a tribute to the founder of this magazine, Peary Rader—even though it’s really a solid...

Q: How can I lengthen my lats? A: It’s not possible to lengthen any muscle unless you’re not fully grown yet....

Q: I have a problem with pullups. I can do only three at a time with my own bodyweight. How should...

Q: Do heavy squats and deadlifts compress and damage the spine? A: There is spinal compression, but provided your exercise technique...

Q: I want to make a simple standing calf machine for home use. Can you give me some tips on how...

I have addressed dumbbell rows in previous columns over the years. This time I would like to examine a variety that...

Q: What is your opinion of using a Swiss ball to perform crunches? A: You have to be careful when performing...

Let’s face it: There’s never been a more perfect time to take action and get into amazing shape. With all of...

Because the biceps are a small muscle group relative to other muscles of the torso, I prefer to train them immediately...

Q: I really admire your physique as a whole, but your chest is just ridiculous! Your side-chest pose reminds me of...

Q: I have seen flyes performed three different ways: with arms almost straight and a very deep stretch, with arms slightly...

As someone who has made the majority of his income for many years writing about the training of pro bodybuilders, I...

Q: In designing my training splits, would training legs twice a week and upper body three times a week be a...

Q: I’m a volleyball player looking to increase my vertical jump. Wouldn’t it make sense to focus on quarter-squats so that...

The Mr. Olympia is this weekend, which reminds me that many bodybuilders are still confused about building EXTREME muscle size that...