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General

How I Size You Up

See that swimsuit above? I used to fit in that before my biceps surgery—now I’m swimming in it! My waist shrunk, but not because of

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Exercise

Cannonbell Curls

Thick-bar training has gained traction over the years, and for good reason—it rapidly improves grip strength and overall strength. You’ve probably heard of training tools

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Food

Meat Snobs

It’s hard to settle for less when you’ve had the best. The same way a great personal trainer sets the bar high with professionalism, knowledge,

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General

The Top-Down Theory of Fatigue

The classic model of fatigue focused entirely on the body: muscle depletion, lactic acid accumulation, and declining performance. According to this outdated view, the athletes

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General

Strength Training for Self-Defense

Most strength programs marketed for self-defense are nothing more than conditioning routines disguised as strength training. They often feature circuit-style workouts with a random mix

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General

A Safe Family

Guys who lift serious weights regularly are usually better equipped to protect themselves if trouble arises. But safety is a concern for everyone—especially for those

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Health

A Chlorine Scavenger

It’s been a scorcher of a summer! What a great year to own a swimming pool. Taking a dip whenever you want can be refreshing

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Food

The Beast of a Salad

A typical second or third meal of my day is a hearty salad. This “beast” of a meal delivers a balanced mix of protein, fat,

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Exercise

Mixed-Grip Chin-Up

A mixed-grip chin-up, also known as an alternate-grip or opposite-grip chin-up, is performed with one hand pronated and the other hand supinated. How to Perform

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