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So I'm going to a new gym primarily. I like besides going in and the kids from the night before don't put shit back. I go into bench, EVERY rack had benches moved out, The regular bench press didn't have a single 45 pound plate. My sides so fucked moving benches is actually dangerous, I can...

While many of us are laser focused on our workouts, only a minority of gym goers ever take the time take a close look at the equipment that is changing their lives. Former bodybuilder Steven Rinaldi, however, is an exercise innovator, the man behind the muscle, and the brains behind Primal; a...

Maybe you just moved to a new city, or are moving to one soon. Or maybe you aren’t going anywhere; you’re just not happy with the gym where you’re training right now and feel it’s time for a change. So where should you go—and how will you find the right gym for you? Social-media referrals. In...

The gym can be an intimidating place. Besides the grunting and the weights dropping, there is a secret code of conduct that is totally foreign to any newcomer on what to do and not to do. These rules of etiquette aren’t just for newbies! I see a lot of “veterans” who completely disregard them...

To bring some order to the mayhem and feel more confident at the gym, it's helpful to know the basic code of conduct for gym-goers - easy but important things you can do to keep everyone, including yourself, safe and happy. The gym can be an intimidating place. Besides the grunting and the...

A look at a few advantages of owning a home gym Hi there. Before I proceed any further, I feel I should just point out that I am in no way affiliated with any supplement companies, home gym equipment manufacturers, or any other health and/or fitness based communities. I’m simply an avid fan of...

Picking a gym is a big decision. That might even be an understatement for MPA readers, because not having an adequate place to workout can make or break your results. For dedicated fitness enthusiasts and bodybuilders alike, the gym is like a second home. You’re serious about your diet, your...

By: Matt Weik To put it lightly, the COVID-19 pandemic put a lot of us on our butts – literally! As in, people have been sitting on their couch most of the day watching Netflix. People were told to stay in their homes, gyms were closed, and there wasn’t much of anything to do to pass the...

So we had a year where all the gyms were closed, so you think we would all be more appreciative and courteous once they reopened right? As great as it is to have gyms back again, I think some people have forgotten what it means to share a common area so I am going to go over some basic gym...

Short on equipment? No worries! This dumbbell only workout can be used at home or in the gym for building muscle mass. You can also use this as a muscle shock workout to mix things up. WORKOUT SUMMARY Main Goal Build Muscle Workout Type Full Body Training Level Beginner Program Duration8 weeks...

Don't let a lack of gear keep you from growing a wide, thick back. Check out the top 5 back exercises without equipment and learn how to perform them! One of the most challenging body parts to develop is a big one that you can’t even see that well – the back. Your upper body is composed of...

You’re spent after a brutal chest workout, but you still want to take it to the next level. You’ve got it in you to squeeze out those last few untouched muscle fibers – you know the ones – those that will take your chest development to new heights and finally unlock your real potential. If...

Sometimes you need to break away from crowded gyms and the same old routine that may have stuck at a stubborn plateau. Kira Stokes is here to give you healthy and heart-pumping alternative. With her app’s newest offering “Gym time.” you’ll be able to work your entire body — or focus on one...

So, now that the country is starting to return to normalcy, the big question for gymgoers is: Has gym etiquette changed in any way? The answer is yes it has. And in some ways, the “new normal” at the gym is a better normal. We have truly experienced many different phases of “gym life”...

When was the last time you counted to a thousand? This is the rhetorical question asked by former U.S. Marine Aaron Marks in introducing his latest workout — a full-body circuit consisting of 1,000 total reps. This routine is for anyone who lacks gym equipment but desires better conditioning...

Looking for an adaptive full-body workout to add to your repertoire? Look no further, my friend. This top-to-bottom circuit will engage each major muscle group while allowing you the flexibility to choose your weights, your equipment, and your intensity. Very little equipment? No problem! Just...

I chose this question because so many folks have a hard time finding ways to train the big pulling muscles at home or while traveling. Rather than neglect this crucial aspect of training, let’s dive in and identify a few ways to pull, no matter where you are! Yes, it’s easier to find ways to...

To normal? Mine is but isn't lol No showers, bubbler a fill station only, cardio every other treadmill off limits and others moved More emphasis on being clean 90 minute workout time Not 24/7 are the major items All and all its not bad of course I go over 90 minutes plus am official closer...

Often when someone is inspired to lose weight, they decide to start doing more at-home cardio workouts. When someone’s inspired to do more at-home cardio workouts, they usually buy a piece of expensive workout equipment. And when they get tired of the expensive workout equipment, it ends up...

Some bullshit at my gym, first use to be 24hr gym. Now 5-11, you gotta reserve your spot on their app. Got a opening 5am slot, get there a fuckin line about 60 people waiting to get in, I'm like "fuck me!!". Normally I go in at 2:30 am no one's there. As I go in she says " today's grey day, only...