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Why METH Beats RICE for Injury Recovery: Science Finally Catches Up
Back in 2012, I introduced a controversial—but far more effective—approach to treating soft-tissue injuries. The acronym? METH, which stands for: At the time, the gold
Restoration Methods – Soft-Tissue Work
Three healthcare professionals I visit regularly for soft-tissue work are Dr. Mae Chan, Mary Tam, and Vlodek Kluczynski. It would be unusual for two weeks
Restoration Methods – Stretching
Static stretching is most effective as a recovery tool when done separately from training rather than as a warm-up. However, if setting aside dedicated time
Restoration Methods – Contrast Shower
Back in 2000, I had the chance to spend time with Dr. Mel Siff at his ranch in Colorado. He shared many secrets on advanced
Restoration Methods – Introduction
restore (r-stôr, -str): Source: WordNet ® 2.0, © 2003 Princeton University A question I often receive is: “I’ve read so much about the importance of
The Good and Bad of GH Replacement Therapy
Growth hormone (GH) replacement therapy is the latest anti-aging craze. More and more people are considering this therapy to turn back the years. While it
Tiger Balm for Calf Growth
In the past, there was a great topical formulation that worked wonders for athletes. It was called Zanagen Ignite. This stuff brought heat to the
Knockout Growth for Stubborn Calves: Hit Them Hard From All Angles and Hit Them Often!
Calves are stubborn. They’re like that boxer with an iron chin. If you want some knockout growth, you need to hit them hard with methods
My Pterodactyl Wings
When it comes to bodybuilding, illusion is everything. Building well-developed delts and lats can create that classic “V” taper and make your waist appear smaller,
A Simple Two-Step Detox
Sometimes we veer off track with our food choices, and a detox can help reset our system. Here’s a simple two-step process to get you
The Buchberger & Telle Shoulder External Rotation
The standard side-lying dumbbell external rotation primarily overloads the middle of the range of motion. If you use a resistance tube, it shifts the overload
Why You Need More Problems in Life (For Muscle Growth and Success!)
I’ve always tried to avoid problems. If a glass is near the edge of a table, I move it. If a parking spot is too
Do Fewer Sets When Necessary
In strength training, it’s wise to work up to a peak load over several workouts, then drop down a bit at the end before starting
Your Body Fat Program for Survival
Some people have black hair, some have blonde hair, and some have no hair. Some are tall, some are short. Some have dark skin, some
I Don’t Care About Continuing Education Credits
You know the golden rule: The more you learn, the more you earn! My career took off when I started attending seminars and conferences. Early
Step-Ups Develop Muscular Legs
You won’t find a better exercise for building the lower body than the squat. However, that doesn’t mean squats should be the only tool in
Leaky Skin Syndrome
Usually, a problem on the outside of the body reflects a problem on the inside. Whenever a skin issue occurs, one of the first areas
Avoid the White Devils
Resisting certain foods can be incredibly challenging, and once you give in to temptation, stopping after just one bite feels nearly impossible. Here’s why.
Boost Testosterone by Juicing
Food can have a dramatic effect on testosterone. Soy, for example, can soak up testosterone like a sponge. It increases levels of sex hormone-binding globulin
How to Plan Strength Training Programs for Maximum Results
In the presentation below, I introduce a fresh approach to structuring strength training programs: The Alternating Conjugate Periodization Model. This method optimizes strength development by
The Secret to Calf Training
One of my most popular articles to date is about calf training: The Answer for Massive Calves It’s been widely discussed in forums, and I