hypertrophy

As trainer to the multi-time World’s Strongest Man, Hafþór Júlíus Björnsson, Sebastian Oreb, who is also known as the “Australian Strength Coach” knows how to get epic results from his clients. So, when he decided to weigh-in on the long-running debate concerning which rep range is best for...

Building muscle is exciting, but it is also challenging, and if you are unsure of what you are doing, then it can become very stressful. Beginners and gym rookies may notice those fast newbie gains that come from being introduced to iron, but then they see progress stall and get frustrated. This...

When it comes to this hypertrophy workout and in general hypertrophy training, the goal is simple: increase muscle size and get stronger in the process. While traditional methods like straight sets and progressive overload are effective, advanced techniques such as density sets, dropsets, and...

As a fitness expert, dealing with a wide variety of clients come a million types of fitness goals. Hypertrophy training, known for its effectiveness in increasing muscle mass, has gained significant attention not only among athletes but also within the general fitness community. However, throw...

By Bret Contreras Over the past few years, I’ve witnessed several popular strength coaches mention that nothing in the research ever drives what they do in the gym. Not to be a dick, but this makes perfect sense, since these guys don’t read research. I’ve delved into the research pretty heavily...

Silly weekend warriors. Everybody knows that squats are superior to leg presses right? They're harder to do, require more coordination, and just rate higher on the exercise badass scale than something that resembles a plate-loaded La-Z-Boy recliner. Don't these douchebags read Testosterone ...

When the presently reviewed study (1) was published, my inbox was inundated with people telling me I needed to review it for MASS, since I’m on the record arguing that muscle growth does, in fact, contribute to strength gains (2). I always aim to please, so here we are. I’m pretty sure this was...

Weight loss is a common goal for people who wish to improve their health, compete in a physique sport, or make weight for a strength sport with weight classes. However, weight gain is an equally valid and important diet goal, and should be approached just as strategically. This article discusses...

Purpose and Hypotheses Purpose The purpose of this narrative review was “to discuss the impact of stretch-induced mechanical tension as an underlying mechanism on muscle hypertrophy and strength enhancements.” Hypothesis The authors did not explicitly state any hypotheses, which is common for...

When we were young lifters, searching for answers usually meant imitating the workouts of the biggest guy in the gym or flipping to page 36 of a magazine to see our favorite bodybuilder's nutrition suggestions. Our naïve minds soaked up rivers of bro-science without even knowing it. To us, it...

Higher reps vs lower reps has been a debate for decades among those focused on hypertrophy, such as bodybuilders and casual lifters just looking to add some muscle mass. When people ask me what rep ranges are best for hypertrophy, my typical response is “all of them!” Monica shows what smart...

It’s time to get insane! Your current workout is boring, and you’re hungry for a change. You want something that isn’t the same old, same old grind? Well, here you go brothers and sisters of iron. Lock and load, it’s time to rock. The Savage 4x4 is a strength and hypertrophy workout system...

Build both size and strength in this 4 day split based around basic compound movements. Get the best of both worlds with bodybuilding and powerlifting. WORKOUT SUMMARY Main Goal Build Muscle Workout Type Split Training Level Intermediate Program Duration12 weeks Days Per Week 4 Time Per...

Can't seem to train for hypertrophy without sacrificing strength or vice versa? Check out this 3 day full body workout that helps you train for both! WORKOUT SUMMARY Main Goal Build Muscle Workout Type Full Body Training Level Intermediate Program Duration8 weeks Days Per Week 3 Time Per...

Can't seem to train for hypertrophy without sacrificing strength or vice versa? Check out this 3 day full body workout that helps you train for both! WORKOUT SUMMARY Main Goal Build Muscle Workout Type Full Body Training Level Intermediate Program Duration8 weeks Days Per Week 3 Time Per...

Learn everything you need to know about the basic science behind building muscle! Then, apply it to your own training and begin building bigger muscles. You want to build muscle, and you’ve seen some workouts and exercises that might get you there. And that’s okay if you just want to hop around...

A detailed look at myofibrillar and sarcoplasmic hypertrophy, types of hypertrophy training, and the best hypertrophy programming to maximize muscle mass gains. Chances are if you've been working out for any length of time, you've most likely heard someone's opinion on hypertrophy. Some claim...

This powerbuilding routine may just turn your life around, and unleash something beastly! Workouts cycle between hypertrophy training and strength training. It’s time to get insane! Your current workout is boring, and you’re hungry for a change. You want something that isn’t the same old, same...

Can't seem to train for hypertrophy without sacrificing strength or vice versa? Check out this 3 day full body workout that helps you train for both! WORKOUT SUMMARY Main Goal Build Muscle Workout Type Full Body Training Level Intermediate Program Duration8 weeks Days Per Week 3 Time Per...

Chances are if you've been working out for any length of time, you've most likely heard someone's opinion on hypertrophy. Some claim, "oh, you just want to do 10-15 reps of every exercise, and you'll put on tonnes of size." Others might say, "no, you just want to lift heavy all the time. That's...