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Protein intake is a major aspect of fitness and bodybuilding, playing a very important role in muscle growth, repair, and overall health. However, not all protein sources are made the same. The concept of protein bioavailability helps us identify which sources our bodies will effectively digest...

Joint pain and inflammation can mess your workouts, recovery, and make your life miserable. While proper training and mobility work are essential, nutrition plays a crucial role in keeping your joints healthy. Certain foods contain anti-inflammatory compounds, antioxidants, and essential...

Two outstanding training methodologies are John Meadows’ Mountain Dogg and Dante Trudel’s Doggcrapp, both stand out for their powerful intensity and in my opinion, they are very useful in a bulking phase to promote muscle growth, therefore I am going to adapt John Meadows’ Creeping Death 2 book...

The post-activation potentiation is an effect that occurs at the muscular level that consists of an abundant improvement of muscular performance after a stimulus that has been received previously. It can be very useful for Powerlifting and Strongman practitioners when they want to set a new...

For most of the people that go to gym, putting in their ear phones and cranking their training playlist is probably one of the best aspects of training. It blocks out all the external noise and gets you in the right mood to lift your heaviest. As a matter of fact, one study surveying...

A weak point can be simply defined as a muscle group that is difficult to develop despite training regularly or maintaining a suitable diet, thus lagging behind the rest of the body. Whether we’re talking about an amateur or a competitive bodybuilder, odds are there will be at least one muscle...

Not all of us can afford to live the life of a professional bodybuilder who has to worry primarily about training, resting and preparing their meals. Most of us live a complete different reality, with responsibilities that include family, a conventional job, social life and taking care of the...

This is the scenario if you walk around a gym today: there aren’t many people who are extremely muscular. Others are really thin and struggle to gain muscle. The rest fall somewhere between these two groups. There are many people using steroids, especially at “hardcore” gyms. Many of them aspire...

When it comes to exercise, most people tend to focus on strength training and cardio. Sure, this approach is fine and will bring you results. However, mobility exercises are often overlooked, despite being an essential component of overall fitness. Mobility exercises involve movements that...

The muscle pump is a feeling that many weightlifters strive for during their workouts. It is a temporary increase in blood flow and muscle size, which can make the muscles feel fuller and harder. However, many people believe that the muscle pump is directly responsible for muscle growth or...

We all know exercising is essential for maintaining good health and fitness, as well as reaching fitness and aesthetic goals, but one question that many people still wonder is what is the best time of the day to work out. To cut it short, there is no one-size-fits-all answer to this, as several...

Training with someone else is one of the most effective ways to achieve your fitness goals and improve your performance in the gym. Sure, you lose some of the flexibility that working out by yourself provides, but the benefits far outweigh the cons in my opinion. Not only does it help keep you...

Push-ups are a staple exercise for building upper body strength, but sometimes the traditional technique can become mundane. If you’re looking to spice up your routine, consider trying out these unorthodox push-up techniques that will challenge your muscles in new ways. From one-handed push-ups...

Squats are one of the best exercises for building strength and size in your lower body. But if you want to take your squat game to the next level, you might want to try adding some iso-holds to your routine. Iso-holds are a type of isometric training, which means you contract your muscles...

Are you looking to take your fitness routine to the next level? Have you hit a plateau and need something new to challenge your body and mind? If so, Reactive Neuromuscular Training (RNT) may be just what you need. RNT is a type of training that focuses on improving the communication between...

The Conjugate Method is a training system that combines different methods of strength and conditioning to achieve optimal results. It was developed by Louie Simmons and the Westside Barbell Gym, based on the principles of Soviet and Bulgarian weightlifting. It is designed to overcome plateaus...

When it comes to building a strong and well-rounded physique, especially when we’re talking about legs, squats are often hailed as the king of exercises. However, while the traditional back squat has long been the go-to choice for many, it’s time to shed some light on one of its underrated...

Weight training is a great way to build muscle, strength, and confidence. But it can also come with some unwanted side effects, such as injuries and pains. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned lifter, you’ve probably experienced some discomfort or soreness in your joints, muscles, or tendons...

Ah, vacation, that much-needed escape from the daily grind. Whether you’re planning to lounge on a beach, explore the mountains, or simply unwind at a spa, one nagging question might be lurking in the back of your mind: “How much muscle am I going to lose on this vacation?” Well, fear not...

So, you’ve found yourself in a bit of a pickle, hobbling around with a lower body injury. The bad news is that you can’t engage in your usual leg day shenanigans, but the good news is that you don’t have to become a couch potato either. In this guide, we’re going to explore how to maintain your...