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? Here’s the Science
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 […]
10 Barbell Row Alternatives (Dumbbell, Home, Machines)
The barbell row, like the barbell squat, deadlift and bench press, is often touted as a key compound movement, essential for building muscle. However, one of its main downsides is that the strength of the muscles in your lower back can be a limiting factor, especially if you’ve done squats or deadlifts earlier in the […]
3 Day Workout Splits for Hypertrophy
If you want to use a 3 day workout split for hypertrophy, but you’re not quite sure what muscle groups to train on which days, this page will show you what to do. Since you’re Googling around for advice about 3 day workout splits, I’m going to assume a few things are true about you. […]
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 […]