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Squats, deadlifts, strict press, bench, and pull up. They often are (and should be) staples in your routine around which the rest of your program should circulate. This article isn’t about that. It’s about the parts you don’t notice, the weaker points that you have allowed to atrophy. It’s...

The 5 Exercises You Need Got angry knees? Here are the five best exercises to allow your legs to keep growing while keeping your knees happy. Sometimes our knees don’t feel 100 percent. Some of us deal with ongoing or intermittent pain. We don’t want this to shut down our leg training and force...

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...

The body is an athlete’s tool. A self-reliant athlete can make themselves stronger through their own bodyweight in calisthenics. For anterior hypertrophy, push-ups can be as beneficial as the bench press. It’s been proven that they can produce the same levels of muscle thickness and strength...

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...

We all want bigger muscles, and to build bigger muscles we need to get stronger – much stronger. Gaining strength through progressive overload ensures that we continue to place more tension on the muscles over time, forcing them to adapt by growing larger. Heavier weights equals greater tension...

Pull-throughs could be the number one exercise you aren't doing, but definitely should be. I hear the functional dweebs scoffing. "What is this, 2002? Why bother when we can grab a kettlebell and swing away to our glutes' content?" I like kettlebells and use them regularly in my programming...

Can’t Feel It, Can’t Build It Flex your biceps right now. Do you feel that squeeze of the muscle and the rush of blood that pools in and around the fibers? The harder you flex, the more you’ll feel it. This is an example of the mind-muscle connection. It’s defined as the attentional focus on...

BRING BACK THE BENCH, MINUS THE SHOULDER PAIN Since many lifters focus on mirror movements like presses and curls, a cumulative stress cycle through the shoulders usually results in overuse, pain, and injuries. Front-side shoulder pain is common. But the last thing many diehard lifters are...

Breathing is one of the most vital components of human physiology. The respiratory system brings in oxygen for energy production by inhaling and disposes of carbon dioxide as waste by exhaling. Although the human body can breathe either through the nose or through the mouth, your dominant...

It’s the holiday season already! This time of year can be extraordinarily busy. Whether you are in school trying to wrap things up before break, attending family and/or work-related parties, or preparing for the various holidays that happen this time of year, time can be extremely limited! More...

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...

Datbtrue Article Archive Insulin physiology It is often stated that the primary benefit of insulin in bodybuilding is that it increases the uptake of glucose into muscle and further that this movement of glucose is insulin dependent. But that is not exactly true. It may not be widely known but...

2022 has been a restorative year for fans of the DC Extended Universe. Not only did Dwayne Johnson’s electrifying portrayal of “Black Adam” finally hit the big screen, but we were also treated with the news that Henry Cavill is back in the fold and will be reprising his bulletproof presentation...

Can you stay healthy while pursuing your Bodybuilding dream? Can you reach a high level, whether Professional or top amateur status for years on end while still staying in ideal health? That is not the easiest question to answer unfortunately. There are several things to consider when...

Life is challenging – there’s no way to sugar-coat that fact. Add on the fact that we went through a market crash and our investments have gone down the drain. Oh, and we have that Coronavirus thing that’s been going around the globe in case you didn’t know and were living under a rock that...

Specifically, the 5 most important foam rolling drills every lifter should preform before their workouts to prevent an injury. For each of these foam rolling drills, perform 2 sets of 15-20 seconds on each side. 1. Mid-Back Foam Rolling Drill The first foam rolling drill Scott shows us in how...

In this article Allen Tripp looks at why we need water and how it can effect our performance and energy. Hydration and Its Importance It has been proven through various studies that 75% of Americans are chronically dehydrated (but is that an excuse for the Sabres?). Also, it is perceived that...

Bodybuilding and fitness athletes can look like walking and talking superheroes. The muscles, symmetry, and the confidence they exude onstage can make them appear superhuman. But like everyone else, they can go through adversity, face hard times, and need something or someone to help them...

Okay, bare with me on this one, I’m going to get into some nitty-gritty shit when it comes to growing and responding better to your training. Some of this is going to seem “out there” to some of you, but all I’m saying is that this stuff works for me and it may work for you too. Let’s take a...