exercises

13 Exercises You Need Can't spend a ton of time in the gym? Build a physique that looks like you do. Make these exercises a priority. Some people love to spend hours in the gym. Others want to earn a built physique without putting in any extra time doing it. Luckily, it's possible to do fast and...

There are many cool and highly effective strength exercises and it’s impossible to do them all. Between all the variations of deadlifts, presses, rows, squats, and carries, you should never run out of ways to challenge yourself in the gym. But here’s the thing—progress isn’t always about...

by Stuart McRobert How to Know If You're Sabotaging Yourself To gain serious size, stop standing in your own way. Take this bodybuilding test to see if you're on the right path. Can you check everything off this list? Think of it like an assessment. It’ll help you whether you’re drug-free and...

by Christian Thibaudeau A Complete 12-Week Plan This advanced program will build rapid strength and add mass to your entire body. Here's how to do it. Clusters are my favorite method to increase strength as fast as possible. They're powerful, but because they're so neurologically demanding you...

Jay Cutler was so celebrated for his enormous arms that he lifted no less than four Olympia trophies during his time in active bodybuilding competition. Now aged, 51, Cutler is still crushing his workouts and has shared the top three tricep exercises that he uses to keep taxing those arms...

You’re no stranger to training your hamstrings, but let’s face it—there’s a good chance you’re only hitting half your posterior potential. Your programming already has a good mix of deadlifts, RDLs, and other hip-dominant moves that usually take center stage, but what about the supporting cast...

The benefits of high-intensity interval training and steady-state cardio are similar regarding fat loss. The only considerations you need to think about are time and preference. Not whether one burns more fat or calories. It’s how much time you are willing to devote to getting your heart rate up...

Mike Mentzer’s modified old school “most productive” two-day split Workout 1 (Day A) of Mentzer’s Routine Leg Exercises i. Super Set of {Leg Extensions and Leg Presses} —{1 Super Set} x 6-8 Reps ii. Squats —1 Set x 6-8 Reps iii. Leg Curls —2 Sets x 6-8 Reps iv. Calf Raises —2...

In bodybuilding, legs are the sturdy foundation upon which our physique stands. However, due to factors like genetics and lifestyle, some bodybuilders may have weak and thinner legs that cannot support their fitness performance and enhance aesthetics, hence the need to grow them bigger. Bigger...

Got lagging muscles? Build your calves, abs, quads, hams, traps, and chest. We'll show you how. “Hey Chad, what’s the single best exercise for…?” I get that question every day, and I often shudder because we don’t live in a world where we’re so limited, especially to just one measly exercise...

Been lifting hard for years? Add these joint and spine-friendly movements to your program and keep making gains. The longer you’re on the planet, the more wear and tear you’re bound to accrue. It’s like compound interest, just the opposite. Years of heavy barbell work, sports, and being behind...

Some stunningly smart advice that you can start applying to your workouts immediately. Welcome to part two of my 11 Principles of Effective Bodybuilding Training Programs. If you haven’t read Part 1 139, make sure to check it out. Before we get into principles 6 through 11, let me explain how...

The Most Effective Exercises Ever? Probably. Quick, name the seven most effective exercises. Got it? Now see if your list matches ours. No matter what kind of lifter you are or how your training is organized – full body workouts, push-pull, single body part splits – these are the most effective...

Simple Workouts. More Progress. Don't have time to train 6 days a week for over an hour? Don't worry, you don't have to. Get in, get out, make gains. Here's how. Minimalist Training Busy? Still want to be strong and jacked? You can do it. You just need a time-efficient workout that’ll give you...

Fix Your Elbow, Knee, and Achilles Pain Nagging joint pain - everyone deals with it at some point. But don't think a little time off is going to cure it. Be proactive to get long-term relief. Here's how. It happens to almost every athlete and dedicated lifter: tendonitis. And when it really...

by Nate Green DC training works. Never heard of it? Here’s what it is and how to do it. I tossed my cell phone onto the couch, stood up, and exhaled loudly. Instant relief. I had just finished an hour-long phone interview with SM, the insider responsible for schooling me on what is allegedly one...

How to Build a Strong, Muscular Back Want a big back? Keep it simple with these three basic exercises and one overriding principle. Every day I see average gym-goers trying to build their backs with the latest training methods. They’ll try every obscure exercise variation, and they’ll add bands...

When it comes to building functional strength and explosive power, most people focus on exercises like deadlifts, squats, and presses. But to truly maximize your performance, you need to start thinking in 360 degrees. Rotational exercises allow you to train in multiple planes of motion...

We know that no matter what stage of your combat career you are in, working on longevity in such a demanding sport is essential for continued success, but what is not always clear is the best way to train in order to meet that goal. Enter Steven Sahyoun, who is a respected MMA coach who works...

If You're Large, Bodyweight is Heavy Weight Here's how big guys can make those leverage disadvantages work in their favor to break plateaus and build even more muscle. Lifters who are well over 200 pounds and who actually have to look down at dudes who are 6 feet tall have to take a slightly...