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The military press is a classic strength training exercise that has stood the test of time. Not...
So you wanna get more chin-ups, eh? Please allow me to assist you in achieving this feat. There...
By Bret Contrerass
In this article, I’m going to teach you how to go about progressive overload...
It’s funny how a big PR can immediately turn an average or lousy day into an amazing day...
We know a lot about the physiological part of training, nutrition and recovery. You may think...
By Bret Contreras
When I was in graduate school, I was a pretty busy guy. I was teaching high...
Perhaps the most annoying aspect of being a fitness professional is having to inform people over...
If you’re an old-time lifter like me, then chances are you’ve fallen into this pitfall. If...
Pro Bodybuilders
For bodybuilders, keeping a log is not so important. Strength is critical for...
"Why am I not getting stronger?" Probably because you're breaking the rules. Follow these eight...
HERE'S WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW...
There is no "best training program" for everyone.
What works...
The Problem
You’re captured by hostile terrorists and held captive in a large jail cell with...
Lifting novices often omit the more "complex" exercises that they don't understand how to...
Many strength coaches recommend a slow eccentric phase while strength training. They suggest a...
By Bret Contreras
Eat, Lift, and Condition to Lose Fat and Maintain Muscle
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BY BRET CONTRERAS, PHD, CSCS
Yoga and Pilates are excellent forms of exercise that have...
BY BRET CONTRERAS, PHD, CSCS
Ever since I started consuming fitness information over two...
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Flex Your Brain
Bodybuilders have been referring to the mind-muscle...
We all want bigger muscles, and to build bigger muscles we need to get stronger – much stronger...
The machines versus free weights debate has literally been going on for decades. Certain key...
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