As another year comes to a close, let’s take a look back at some of the most impactful articles, blog posts, and discussions from 2014—covering everything from strength training and injury prevention to muscle-building strategies and programming techniques.
Featured Articles
Bodybuilding.com
- Time to Grow: Manipulate Time Under Tension, Rest, and Load for Gains!
- Your Perfect Body: Visualize, Then Actualize!
- 18 Do’s and Don’ts of Stretching
T-Nation
- 8 Exercise Variations for New Growth
- Bodybuilder Big, Powerlifter Strong
- Burn Reps for Anabolic Growth
EliteFTS
- The Alternating Conjugate Periodization Model
The PTDC
- How to Use Weight Training as a Tool to Stop Wasting Valuable Time in the Gym
- The Neuroticism Associated with Assessments
Fitness & Performance Publications
- How to Write a Strength Training Program
- 7 Ways You’re Sabotaging Your Workout
Top Blog Posts on TheEliteTrainer.com
- Stop Icing and Go Get ICED!
- Why I’m NOT Gaining Weight This Winter
- The 10-Sets-of-10 Method
- Things Happen for a Reason
- How to Name Your Book
Special Topics & Discussions
Muscle-Building & Training Methods
- Ride the Extensive-Intensive Wave for Maximum Muscle Mass
- Fish Oil May Hinder Muscle Gain
- How to Bring Up Lagging Body Parts
- 5 Unorthodox Muscle-Building Contraptions
Strength Training for Specific Goals
- Strength Training for Self-Defense
- Olympic Lifting for Athletes
- How Much More Ammunition Is Required for the Benefits of Full Squats?
Injury Prevention & Recovery
- The Effect of Electronic Muscle Stimulation on Recovery and Performance
- CHI Machine – Recovery & Wellness Tool
- Injury Prevention & Management
Looking Ahead
2014 was an exciting year of training insights, programming breakthroughs, and practical fitness strategies. Expect even more great content in the coming year!