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Dads play many roles, and to their kids, they are ultimately a superhero of sorts. They are our example of what it means to be a leader, a man, a father, a husband, a friend. Every move a dad makes, a kid wants to emulate from a young age. With that in mind, you want to be sure that the moves...

Most people will look to cut weight at some point in their fitness journey. Whether you are cutting for a competition, looking to lose 50lbs, or somewhere in the middle, the basics are the same. From the gym to the kitchen table to your supplement stash, here's the info on what it takes to drop...

Fitness and being fit can be defined in so many different ways depending on the person. Maybe you are wanting to look like a fitness model with six pack abs, get in shape for a sport, or be able to do every day activities with ease. Regardless of your goal, we have all the tools needed to help...

Every year, the Olympia is the pinnacle event for bodybuilding and fitness. If you are into the iron game, you owe it to yourself to make the journey to this spectacle. But living this life is more than just about watching – it’s about doing. And at the 2022 Mr. Olympia weekend, you can now do...

This article may not apply to all who read it; regardless, hopefully it will make you step back and think about the subject matter on a deeper level. I come from a family that tends to run a bit on the heavier side of the bathroom scale, and I was once considered “obese” (by BMI standards)...

Why going it Alone Isn’t Ideal A commonality amongst many successful bodybuilders and big-name fitness gurus is that they have almost always had mentors and role models that they looked up to on their path to the top. Why is that though? Well, quite simply, having the right guidance in your...

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...

Bodybuilding: Competition or Lifestyle? It’s become quite lucid that many competitive physique athletes (both men and women) are merely in it for the looks and nothing else. These competitions are, after all, about how your body looks and not how it functions. But what does health really mean if...

Fitness and bodybuilding subculture has grown exponentially in the past decade. Thanks to advancements in technology and the onset of social media, it’s not easier than ever to expose yourself to millions of people in just a few clicks on your phone. Ironically, a lot of people who probably...

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[Image: gearpic.jpg] How often have you had the best of intentions when beginning a new exercise regimen, only to quickly revert to your old routines? Everybody has goals they are working toward, and it can be discouraging to feel like you are falling short while others are thriving. What...

For those gymgoers who never skip leg day, a strong and muscular pair of quads and hamstrings is usually one the top goals of any fitness list. But unless you’re one of the few who are competing on the bodybuilding stage, there can be such a thing as legs too large, especially if buying pants...

By: Matt Weik How many of you are busting your tails in the gym, drinking your post-workout protein shakes, yet it still seems like your fitness goals are out of reach? Do you leave the gym dripping sweat yet the results just aren't showing from your hard work? Your sleep (or lack thereof)...

Every time I write about this topic, I have to double-check my math because it doesn’t seem possible: As a 46-year-old who discovered the weightroom as a skinny high school freshman, I have trained almost every day for 32 years. Many of those years, I’ve trained multiple times each day, so even...

By: Matt Weik We live in a world where staying fit and healthy should be given the utmost importance. As a New Year starts or we decide to start our fitness journey, we often make a pact to push ourselves to go to the gym and work out or start some sort of diet. However, based on research, we...

By: Matt Weik Whether you travel for business (or just for fun as a getaway) very seldom or quite frequently, those days away from home and your norm are enough to throw off your fitness goals. You may even find that the number on the scale has gone up when you return home from a business trip...

If your working week makes scheduling gym sessions feel like a challenge in its own right, then you may be forced to cram the majority of your exercise time into the weekend. But how effective is this as far as staying healthy and reaching your fitness goals? If a recent study is anything to go...

The Army Combat Fitness Test is a new fitness test for Army personnel that will be implemented in October 2020. Do this program to pass it with flying colors. WORKOUT SUMMARY Main Goal Build Muscle Workout Type Split Training Level Beginner Program Duration8 weeks Days Per Week 6 Time Per...

Many people that are into fitness want to do more than improve their bodies. They use their efforts from the workouts to focus on and improve mental health as well. Cherissa Jackson is the American Veterans Chief Medical Executive as well as the founder of Project Give Hope, and she understands...

The Army Combat Fitness Test is a new fitness test for Army personnel that will be implemented in October 2020. Do this program to pass it with flying colors. WORKOUT SUMMARY Main Goal Build Muscle Workout Type Split Training Level Beginner Program Duration8 weeks Days Per Week 6 Time Per...