You’ve probably come across the claim that certain exercises, the deadlift in particular, increase your testosterone levels, which in turn will lead to a faster rate of muscle growth. It would be great if it were true, but it isn’t. In fact, the size and duration of any post-workout increase in testosterone is too small […]
Do Deadlifts Work Back? For Back or Leg Day?
Do deadlifts work your back? Yes. As a compound lift, the deadlift works the muscles in your back and a lot more besides. However, this doesn’t necessarily mean that deadlifts should be done on back day. Nor does it mean that deadlifts can replace exercises like rows, pulldowns or pull-ups. Today, I want to explain […]
Monday to Friday Workout Plan: 5 Day Gym Workout Schedule
If you want to lift five straight days, Monday to Friday, with no cardio-only days and no training on the weekends, here are four different workout plans you can use to build muscle and get stronger. Should you lift weights five days straight? Or is it better to have a rest day for every 2-3 […]
Do You Need Carbs to Build Muscle?
Do you need carbs to build muscle? No you don’t. However, the fact that it’s possible to build muscle on a diet consisting primarily of fat and protein doesn’t necessarily mean it’s a good idea to do so. Nor does it mean that muscle mass won’t be gained more quickly with a diet that’s relatively […]
A Simple 3-Day Full-Body Gym Workout Routine for Growth
If you want a simple but highly effective 3-day full-body workout routine designed for muscle hypertrophy, one that doesn’t involve doing weird exercises you’ve never heard of, counting rep tempos, or spending hours in the gym, this page will show you how it’s done. Before you continue, I do want to point out a few […]
Upper Body Push Day Workout Routine (Exercises, Sets & Reps)
Today, I want to walk you through a simple push day workout routine designed for muscle growth. It’s ideal for anyone who’s moved past the beginner stages of training and wants to beef up their chest, shoulders and triceps. What Is A Push Day? A push day workout routine forms part of a split routine […]