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The Best of the Basics Follow these simple rules for a high-performance, bulletproof physique. Building a strong, lean, and athletic physique isn’t complicated. It requires focusing on a set of time-tested principles to help you optimize performance and longevity. Secrets? There are none. The...

Navy SEALs have long been revered for the commitment to excellence that they bring to their craft. These elite warriors push themselves to the absolute limit, both physically and mentally, operating in some of the world’s most demanding environments. But what happens when they transition from...

4 Simple, Proven Guidelines Why does training have to be so complicated? Well, it doesn't. Here are four workout tips that are easy to apply and always work. Figuring out this training thing can be confusing. It shouldn’t be. It’s the “experts” who make it confusing. They’re not trying to...

USE IMAGERY/VISUALIZATION Also known as "mental rehearsal," imagery is a skill that researchers have studied extensively in sport psych settings, and which has repeatedly been shown to enhance performance and make sports and exercise more enjoyable (Weinberg, 1981 and 2008). When you mentally...

Mobility training is the utilization and the ability to actively move a joint (where two bones meet) before being restricted by surrounding tissues (ligaments, tendons, muscles). Examples of mobile joints include ankles, hips, thoracic spine, and shoulders. Performance refers to how effectively...

In the midst of America’s wellness revolution, with boutique gyms popping up on every corner and smart wearables tracking our every move, there’s a fitness foundation being neglected: foot health. As we lift more weight and clock more miles onto our bodies, it’s time to zoom in on the underrated...

The Beta-Alanine Advantage It does what creatine can't – it prolongs muscle performance in activities that last longer than 60 seconds. Take creatine consistently and it'll support your ATP-PCr energy system so you can do more reps. The trouble is, once your set extends beyond 60 seconds...

The physical demands of Formula 1 require each driver to be as well-rounded of an athlete as possible. Along with the rigors of steering a high-performance rocket car, there are also a lot of crisscrossing time zones, which place a premium on the importance of reducing jet lag, quality sleep...

When you walk in to any nutrition store, one of the supplements that is always recommended when trying to increase muscle mass is creatine. To give you an idea of its popularity, creatine is estimated to generate 100-million dollars this year in sales. For the most part, we know what creatine...

Steroids and performance-enhancing drugs remain a significant problem in bodybuilding during competitions. The use of steroids has been around for years and continues to rise today, including the related deaths caused by misuse. The misuse of performance-enhancing drugs can be dangerous and...

Key Statistics About Substance Abuse In Sports According to recent data, 3% of drug tests in weightlifting yielded positive results. In 2010, only 1.75% of all doping samples collected across all sports worldwide yielded an adverse finding. Cycling has improved since 2004. Doping has decreased...

By Bret Contreras Robert A. Panariello MS, PT, ATC, CSCS Professional Physical Therapy Professional Athletic Performance Center New York, New York In recent years the gluteal muscle group has received much notoriety in the physical rehabilitation, fitness, and sports performance industries...

A Simple Tip for Olympic Weightlifting Training Robert A. Panariello MS, PT, ATC, CSCS Professional Physical Therapy Professional Athletic Performance Center New York, New York When instructing the non-Olympic Weightlifting athlete who has never performed Olympic Style Weightlifting (OSW)...

For decades one of the popular upper body exercises to perform in the weight room has been the bench press exercise. One common question many high school athletes or any athlete may ask their peer is “How much can you bench”? With regard to upper body strength and power when was the last time...

What is Citrulline Malate? Citrulline malate is made up of two compounds – citrulline and malate. L-citrulline is an amino acid that takes its name from the latin word for watermelon. The malate part comes from malic acid, which comes from the latin word for apple – malic acid contributes to...

Lack of Sleep: How Much Sleep Do You Need? How much sleep do you really need? To answer that question, let’s consider an experiment conducted by researchers at the University of Pennsylvania and Washington State University. The researchers began the experiment by gathering 48 healthy men and...

The Science of Sleep Sleep is one of the strangest things we do each day. The average adult will spend 36 percent of his or her life asleep. For one-third of our time on earth, we transition from the vibrant, thoughtful, active organisms we are during the day and power down into a quiet state of...

Rhodiola Rosea elevates beta-endorphins, making it The Ultimate Chill Pill. I've also documented how it increases endurance, possibly by raising blood levels of EPO. Now there's a new study that shows it has a really strong effect on anaerobic performance, too, meaning that it could help you...

Performance Meets Muscle Gain Whether your goal is to build a solid physique or become a well-rounded athlete, training in a way that supports both performance and muscle gain is very possible. In fact, it’s a necessity for longevity and optimal results. Here are six ways to make it happen...

As a sweetener, isomaltulose (Palatinose) has a lot of positive attributes. It's manufactured from sucrose derived from beet juice. It's vegan, kosher, halal, and non-GMO. It's stable, it doesn't rot teeth, it has a mild natural sweetness, and it doesn't have an aftertaste. If your daughter were...