What is the fat-free mass index? How is it calculated? And does a FFMI of 25 really represent a natural limit to the maximum amount of muscle you can gain without using drugs? Let’s find out… What is the Fat-Free Mass Index (FFMI)? The fat-free mass index (FFMI) is a height-normalized index of fat-free mass. […]
Revealed: The Best Time To Work Out for Muscle Growth
If you want to build muscle, when is the best time to work out? Are you going to see faster results if you train in the morning? Or is it better to hit the gym later in the day once your body’s had a chance to warm up? There are pros and cons to whatever […]
Does Alcohol Make You Fat? 4 Questions About Alcohol and Weight Gain, Answered
If you want to lose fat, alcohol is a definite no-no. Even just a few drinks at the weekend will be turned into fat and go straight to your belly. If you’re serious about getting in shape, you’ll need to follow Donald Trump’s lead and cut out alcohol completely. Or will you? Contrary to popular […]
The Barbell Row: 4 Alternatives I Like Better
Some say that the barbell row, also known as the bent over row, should be a staple in nearly every program, whether you’re trying to build muscle, lose fat, or improve your deadlift. Personally, I take the opposite view, which is why I rarely include the barbell row in any of my training programs. That’s […]
Muscle Confusion: Does Changing Workouts Mean Faster Gains?
Muscle confusion is based on the idea that muscle growth is best achieved by “keeping your muscles guessing” and constantly switching things up. Some workout routines recommend varying your exercises on a weekly basis, while others tell you to change things every day. By continually mixing things up, your body is forced to respond. The […]
Over 50? Here’s Why I Don’t Recommend the 5×5 Workout
If you’re over the age of 50, and want to build muscle and get stronger, there are better weight training programs out there than the typical 5×5 workout. To be clear, there’s nothing inherently wrong with doing five sets of five reps at the age of 50 or beyond. Nor is there a single “best” […]