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When it comes to working out there are very few exercises that are more popular than the barbell bench press. It is a staple when it comes to building a strong upper body and a massive chest. Here are 10 ways to improve your pressing power. Some of these tips will allow for an instant increase...

I think it?s safe to say that for those of us who are working to build better bodies through bodybuilding and or fitness, out of all the muscle groups we work so hard to develop, the muscles of the arms seem to be the most universally admired. Whenever a bodybuilder is asked in public to make a...

Bench press Monday is a global institution in just about every commercial gym. So is bench press Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday? You get the picture. Weekend warriors and all-round keyboard tough guys commonly speak as if a 300 pound bench is easily performed by every other gym rat. The reality is...

Life hacks are all the rage these days; everybody wants to know how to cure cancer and solve global warming with a rubber band, some masking tape, and an iPhone. Listen here MacGyver, I know you think you?re the next best thing since Captain America, but Googling doesn?t turn you into Dr. Phil...

In the fitness game there are many myths that have persisted for decades. Myths like you must perform high reps to get cut. Myths like you must exercise excessively and then eat like a bird to get lean. Myths like carbohydrates are evil. Even myths like performing a high number of abdominal...

EZ Bar vs Straight Bar Curl Before determining which exercise is better, we have to understand what the biceps do. The biceps have 2 main functions. The one most people remember and acknowledge is the flexing/pulling of the forearm. But the other function of the biceps is to help supinate the...

Since becoming a personal trainer, I have seen training techniques and diet fads come and go. Individuals tend to complicate their routines/diets by reading several published periodicals and through advice from amateur consultants. Physique and health progress should be continual and consistent...

Bodybuilding Contest Prep - 3 Biggest Mistakes Contest Prep Mistake #1 - Time You must give yourself enough of the above. Most people underestimate how long it takes to get in competition/photoshoot shape. I was about 8 weeks out in the first photo and already pretty lean. As a general rule, if...

So let me guess. You're at the gym each day trying to get bigger and stronger. In fact, almost every free moment of your life is spent obsessing about adding muscle and strength. You read all the magazines, buy all the best supplements and construct workout plans so complicated they make Jay...

There are benefits to doing cardio on a treadmill, exercise bike, or elliptical, but let?s face facts - these workouts can be mundane and don?t do much else that can help you. If you?re going to commit time to training, then you should be able to see improvements that can translate into other...

Attention all cardio bunnies. Yes, you, the cardio queen on hour 2 of elliptical training and a Real Housewives of New Jersey marathon. I?ve got something to tell you. There?s another world out there that can give you the body you want in a fraction of the time. It?s time to hit the weights...

You hear it time and again from females in and out of the gym, when it is suggested to them that they either: a) Lift weights, or... b) Increase the weight that they are lifting. ?I don?t want to do that, because I don?t want to look like a man.? Many people, males included, have come to...

The world of female fitness is completely cluttered with myths. So many that the chance of an article debunking them all is slim to none. With that said, I?ve done my best to put together a decent sized list of some of the top myths that are preventing you from being fit. In all honesty, when...

Workout Description Women?s training isn?t that different from men?s training ? despite what some publications would have you believe. In fact, the same principles apply when it comes to developing lean muscle and burning body fat. Prioritizing weight training helps shape the body. And getting...

Why Women Should Train Legs Muscle Fiber Recruitment The biggest issue with the exercises I listed above is that they stimulate far fewer muscle fibers than compound movements. By incorporating compound lifts into your workout program in place of some of the current isolation movements such as...

When it comes to female specific training, there are more myths and misconceptions than in any other aspect of the health and fitness industries. But it?s about time we break down the mental and physical barriers leaving women victim of the female fitness industry complex. We are absolutely...

Below is a full body workout routine for tall girls. Tall, in this article, would be best described as 5?10 or taller. If you?re shorter than this, you are still more than welcome to give the program a shot if you like the layout and exercise selection. Editor's Note: Make sure you?re doing all...

Workout Description When it comes to training athletes who are women or being a woman who weight trains, it?s tricky to find good information to accomplish your goals. There are those who are in the camp that women?s training is no different than any other form of weight training, and to an...

Deadlifts. They are by far one of the best exercises for producing overall strength. But even more than that, they can even help you improve your physical appearance too. So, before we get into the meat of this article, I want to explain why women in particular should do deadlifts on a regular...

There are two opposing camps when it comes to the question of whether women should train like men. On one end of the spectrum, there are people who say that women should spend their time doing aerobic activities?like running and yoga?and leave the heavy lifting for men. The argument is that...