Training
Time or Reps (Part 2)
Part 2 flips the discussion toward time under tension and shows why some exercises work better when the clock drives the set.
June 24, 2015
Training
Training
Time or Reps (Part 1)
Counting reps is not always the best way to control training. Part 1 shows where rep targets still make sense, especially for certain core drills.
June 23, 2015
Bodybuilding
Get Your Training Out of the Toilet
Some training methods belong in the bathroom, not the gym. This post takes aim at “burn” chasing and makes the case for smarter hypertrophy work.
June 21, 2015
Training
Bench Press Warm-Up: Unlock More Strength With Plyometrics
The right explosive warm-up can prime the nervous system before heavy pressing. This post explains how plyometrics may boost bench performance when used correctly.
June 19, 2015
Training
Another Look at The Best Time to Train
Training time can influence performance more than many lifters realize. This post pulls from Russian and Eastern European sources on strength rhythms during the day.
June 14, 2015
Training
Feeder Workouts Do Not Enhance Recovery
Feeder workouts sound appealing, but this post challenges the idea that light follow-up training speeds real recovery from hard eccentric work.
June 2, 2015
Training
Let Me Give You a Complex
Bad weather is no excuse for a soft workout. Run through this barbell complex to combine strength, conditioning, and fat-loss work with one loaded bar.
May 26, 2015
Training
My Balls Were Frozen!
Outdoor medicine-ball circuits bring conditioning, power, and a serious dose of discomfort together in one gritty workout. Throws, sprints, and fresh air can beat another boring cardio session.
May 25, 2015
Bodybuilding
The Pros and Cons of Detraining
Taking time off can feel like slipping backward, but strategic detraining has a place. Explore how a planned layoff may help recovery, reset motivation, and set up a stronger return to hypertrophy-focused training.
May 24, 2015
Training
For Women That Fear Weight Training Will Make Them Inflexible
A myth-busting piece for women who avoid weights because they think lifting will make them stiff. The article explains how full-range resistance training can improve flexibility while building strength and body composition.
May 14, 2015