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As we learned in part 1 of this series, the squat pattern can take on many identities, and the best version is the best version to suit your comfort levels, body type, and individual goals. Depending on the skill level of the individual, the training effect that can be received from squat...

PROGRESSIVE OVERLOAD IS BULL Most lifters are familiar with the story of Milo, the father of progressive overload. If not, here's the elevator pitch: Milo was a wrestler wanna-be from some ancient Greek settlement in Southern Italy. He was on his way home one day when he walked by a newborn...

The year was 1966, and after effortlessly defeating Helmut Riedmeier to gain the title "The Best Built Man in Europe," 19-year-old Arnold Schwarzenegger was anticipating yet another bodybuilding victory at the NABBA Mr. Universe Pageant. Upon his arrival in London, the massive youth was swarmed...

The interconnectedness between physical and mental health has been a subject of interest in the wellness landscape, prompting discussions about the importance of holistic approaches to healthcare. For instance, recent studies have explored the relationship between depression and obesity...

Retatrutide, also known as LY3437943. Retatrutide developed by Eli Lilly is a groundbreaking peptide, aimed at addressing the challenges of obesity and type 2 diabetes mellitus. This experimental drug operates as a tri-agonist, targeting three crucial receptors in the body: the glucagon receptor...

There have never been more options for those of us that want to become the fittest and healthiest versions of ourselves. When it comes to technology, there’s a whole industry of products designed to support us either by tracking calories or monitoring our gym sessions, but if you really want to...

If you’ve ever spent any time online trying to figure out the best way to build muscle or get in shape, you’ve probably come across a celebrity, athlete or fitness influencer somewhere advocating for the “bulking and cutting” method. While this method certainly isn’t new – indeed, it first...

Avoiding weight gain often requires that you get enough sleep to stay alert all day to keep your diet in check, especially during those late-night boxset sessions, but what if there was a way to put yourself and the likelihood of overindulging to bed at the same time? Well, get comfy, because...

The most basic concept for weight loss is balancing caloric intake with caloric expenditure. If you consume less than you burn, you’ll lose weight; and if you eat more than you burn, you’ll pack the pounds on. Unfortunately, it’s not always this simple. The harder you diet and exercise, the more...

Physically speaking, Chris Young is beginning to look more like an NFL tight end than a music superstar. At 6’4”, 255 pounds, the country crooner looks equally equipped for handling George Kittle-like out routes as he does holding an audience’s attention for 90-plus minutes at each of his...

It’s a common observation that most diets fail, but the reason they fail isn’t about the weight loss. In fact, most diets are successful in that regard if the dieter has any degree of discipline and motivation. The reason most diets fail is that the dieter fails to keep the weight off. You can...

Have you ever done one of those “juice cleanses” before? Did it work? Probably not… just my guess. I’m also guessing you felt hungry all the time, missed your coffee and whole food meals, felt groggy and tired, and then, whatever “weight” you lost during the 7 day to 3-week cleanse all came...

All chest workouts are not created equal. For a complete program, you need to attack the pecs from a va- riety of angles and with a multitude of training methods. Simply doing three different kinds of presses is not going to cut it if you want to create a truly eye-popping chest. This chest...

We can separate people into two categories in the gym. No, not the dedicated versus the lazy. I am talking about those with genetically blessed calves versus guys with toddler calves. You know exactly what I mean. We all know people who walk around with the perfect De Beers diamonds hanging off...

The first step to a ripped physique is to gain control of your appetite. These products can help. By Jenevieve Roper, PhD, CSCS, CISSN, SFN Surviving the holidays unscathed is hard enough as it is, but adding in the potential of weight gain from all the family meals you’re expected to...

A list of the unheralded benefits associated with protein you may have never heard of. By Sarah Butcher Proteins are one of the primary building blocks of a viable and healthy diet that’s essential for building muscle, but you already knew that. Regardless, there are a lot of other reasons...

The first step to a ripped physique is to gain control of your appetite. These products can help. By Jenevieve Roper, PhD, CSCS, CISSN, SFN Surviving the holidays unscathed is hard enough as it is, but adding in the potential of weight gain from all the family meals you’re expected to...

Recently, people seeking fast weight loss are turning to cleanses and detoxing diets. You will see big celebrities and diet brands endorsing detoxification agents as the ultimate solution for weight loss. But the question is, “Are cleanses/detoxification beneficial for you?” This article will...

Are you ready to cut some body fat while maintaining muscle mass? Well, if that’s the case, this cutting diet plan is perfect for your needs. When you think of losing fat, you imagine yourself on a treadmill or spending hours at the gym. The truth is that exercise isn’t the only way to lose...

When training, you need to take in enough protein to build muscle. Working out breaks down your muscles, and protein helps repair your muscles after your workout. Aside from meals, you can eat protein snacks before or after your workout. Here is an in-depth guide on why protein is essential, how...