Hi. I have a confession to make. It’s sort of a controversial one. Many would even consider it highly embarrassing. I’m not really sure what the best way is to say it, so I guess I’ll just come right out with it… I do curls in the squat rack. And not just a few times, either….
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(Off-Topic Note: Wouldn’t this also make a great title for some really strange children’s book?) The concept of fasting has been around forever in various forms and for various reasons (weight loss, health, religion, etc.), and the concept of intermittent fasting (IF) for the purpose of improving body composition (more muscle, less fat) has also…
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How many times have you read an article about weight loss that contained a list of “fat burning tips” or any kind of advice aimed at helping you lose fat better, faster or easier? And how many of those times did you come across the suggestion that weight training is super important, because it will…
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Let me preface this entire post by saying that I am definitely NOT an expert on steroid use. I’ve personally never used steroids or any related drugs for the purpose of building muscle, improving performance or getting any similar benefit. I’ve honestly never even considered doing so, nor would I ever consider doing so in…
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QUESTION: I’m trying to lose fat, but I seem to have reached a weight loss plateau. My weight has remained exactly the same for about 4 weeks straight even though I’m eating right and working out. Is it possible that I’m still losing fat but just gaining equal amounts of muscle? I’ve heard muscle weighs…
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There’s a million reasons why people fail to lose fat, but somewhere at the top of that list is just a fundamental lack of understanding of the scientifically proven principles of how to lose fat. To show you exactly what I mean, let’s start this off with a list of things that DON’T cause fat…
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If you’re reading this, then you’ve probably heard all about the scientifically proven* benefits of an advanced workout method known as muscle confusion. You’ve probably heard about how workouts built around this exercise concept are the newest and most effective way of losing fat, building muscle or doing both as fast as possible. And knowing…
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The barbell bench press is probably the most popular exercise on the planet, especially among guys. Chicks (supposedly) dig guys who have a lean muscular chest, and guys constantly use the barbell bench press as the ultimate measure of strength and awesomeness. They often challenge their friends, claim to bench 100lbs more than they actually…
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If I had to guess, I’d say that the 3 most common questions people have about building muscle (besides just how to actually build some) are: Now, I’ve seen people ask these questions and get answers like “Stop worrying about how long it will take or how fast it will happen… just shut up and…
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Hello ladies… we need to have a very serious talk. And guys, you should definitely read this too, because there is a good chance you’ll need to have this same talk with your girlfriend, wife, mom, sister, etc. at some point in the future. What about, you ask? About workout routines for women, and how…
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