The prevailing stereotype says that gaming and fitness are opposites that definitely don’t attract. Sure, somewhere around 66 percent of Americans play video games, but it’s hard to shake the image of the gamer as someone buried in the couch, slamming Mountain Dew and Doritos, and chasing kills while getting unhealthier by the day.[1] …
For many lifters, back training is a bit of an enigma. It is not as satisfying as a tough chest or shoulder workout, and often requires much more work to actually build an impressive back. That’s why on “back day,” gyms are usually full of lifters half-heartedly going through the motions: chin-ups, rows, hyperextensions, …
If you know me, you know I love to train with nothing but my own body weight. There are just so many ways to progress calisthenics exercises that I’ve got a lifetime’s worth of challenges without even worrying about external weights. I understand that not everyone feels that way, however. Plenty of people love …
Is it better to look good or be strong? Many people take up bodybuilding to look better, training to build and sculpt their physique rather than add functional strength. Strength athletes, on the other hand, train to lift heavy without worrying about what their muscles look like, because aesthetics simply isn’t the top priority. …
Many people who are trying to be fit and healthy use meal prepping as a way to be more conscientious about their diet. Keeping your meals simple and repetitive can make meal planning easier to stick to. However, eating the same thing over and over again can get old fast. (Chicken, rice, and broccoli, …
All human beings have amazing potential. Unfortunately, few of us ever realize that potential to its fullest. This can happen for a number of reasons. Sometimes there are simply factors which are out of our control. Other times, however, people sabotage themselves without knowing it, preventing their own progress toward achieving their fitness goals. If […]
If you’re honest, when someone asks how your workout went, you can’t always say, “Awesome!” Sometimes it’s just “Meh.” Why is that? Why aren’t all your workouts incredibly productive—maybe even exciting? What can you do to make sure your workouts are not only “awesome,” but moving you closer to the physique you crave? Here are […]
1.618:1. While you may not be a mathematician, you should know this ratio. Otherwise known as the “Golden Ratio,” it’s an arrangement of two numbers or measurements where the relationship between a and b is the same as a+b is to a. That may sound a bit confusing, but looking at it visually can help […]
With the Internet at our fingertips, it’s surprisingly easy to stay up-to-date on the latest research or find new and innovative training techniques to enhance muscle growth. If modern technology has brought the latest training information to our fingertips, then it stands to reason we also have access to the best ways to enhance post-workout […]
We all know how important good nutrition habits are when it comes to our family’s health. Most parents make a conscious effort to put healthy meals and snacks in front of their kids, and try to instill in them an appreciation for quality food. Despite all those best efforts, though, it’s not uncommon to hear, […]
Like many bodybuilders and other guys, I’m obsessed with increasing my muscle mass, controlling my body fat, and improving my health. Lots of guys choose a path that supports one or two of these three goals, but if you want to maximize your physique and long-term health, then it’s crucial that you make choices that […]
Don’t you just love the smell of polyphenol antioxidants in the morning? That’s right, we’re talking oatmeal, the simple meal that delivers a lot of complex nutrition in the form of comfort food.Oats have it all: quality carbs, magnesium, phosphorus, and thiamine; beta-glucan for good cholesterol; and disease-fighting polyphenol antioxidants called avenanthramides. No wonder oatmeal […]
Let's take a trip back in time. How far? Back before the gym was cluttered with dudes with camera crews, and stick figure lifters who strain harder for a selfie than they do during a set of squats.Back then, before the … [Read More...]