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The lat pulldown is an exercise that can sometimes be overlooked when it comes to back training. That’s because pull ups are considered the more effective version as well as the more “hardcore” movement. The lat pulldown is also sometimes frowned upon because it’s the movement that is...

One of the greatest issues facing athletes and weightlifters is the ability to stay healthy while lifting weights and training at a high level. The most common setback I see in the gym is a shoulder injury. If you have played sports at any level or lifted weights for any length of time, you’ve...

One of the greatest issues facing athletes and weightlifters is the ability to stay healthy while lifting weights and training at a high level. The most common setback I see in the gym is a shoulder injury. If you have played sports at any level or lifted weights for any length of time, you’ve...

During the inception of the strength and conditioning game there was only iron. This was an era where machines didn’t exist. If you wanted to get strong and develop a muscular physique you had no choice but to touch the iron. This was also a time in the iron game when even the standard squat...

Every day, I see someone walk into the gym, head straight for the squat rack or to bench press or hit the dumbbell rack, load up the weight, and start pushing and pulling as hard as they can. Yes, many times this is an innocent mistake made by a young person who hasn’t experienced any injuries...

Training legs is like going to the dentist - everyone knows they should but yet some people avoid it nonetheless. Why train legs if you’re just going to wear leggings under your shorts, right? #shotsfired Truthfully, there are some slightly crazed individuals out there who actually enjoy...

During the inception of the strength and conditioning game there was only iron. This was an era where machines didn’t exist. If you wanted to get strong and develop a muscular physique you had no choice but to touch the iron. This was also a time in the iron game when even the standard squat...

Here is a ranking of the best exercises for building a better chest based on personal experience and the training articles of top IFBB pro bodybuilders. This is not necessarily a determination of exercise order, but the exercises that are most effective for muscle fiber recruitment and targeting...

Alright guys, listen up: it’s leg day and your man, John Doe has some new tips out for you to get you pumped to destroy those legs! And since it’s leg day, let’s take a closer look at one of the most misunderstood topics in bodybuilding: your calf muscles. It’s true that the appearance of your...

New post out for you guys today from John Doe Bodybuilding! This one covers some great tips for your traps and rear delts. I only want to give you the best diet, training, and lifestyle advice I have to offer! Now why am I focusing on your rear delts? Because building up those muscles can...

I'd make a lousy burglar because I don't like big guard dogs with big sharp teeth. That doesn't mean I'm opposed to stealing when the potential payoff is big enough. But instead of using crowbars or safe-cracking tools, I use an iPhone. My latest heist involved Tom Graff, an up-and-coming...

So what’s the most effective workout if you only have 30 minutes to train? I love this question for several reasons: One, because it implies that the person is ready to commit to exercising every day — and consistency is the most important factor in creating change in how we look, feel, and...

The next time you’re on a playground, take a look around and see if any kids are jotting down data in their fitness logs about monkey bar distances or pullup attempts — or checking their trackers for optimal heart rate after sprinting over to their friends. Seems ridiculous, right? That’s...

Femme Flex Friday host Alina Popa decided that this week’s episode should hit the road. Well, the 2018 Rising Phoenix World Champion opted to hit the gym instead. She was joined by another champion bodybuilder, 2020 Ms. Olympia winner Andrea Shaw. Shaw was kind enough to share a few training...

Many of the greatest bodybuilders and physique athletes of all time used the wide grip lat pulldown as a staple in their back training routines. This cable movement may be simple to perform for most, but occasionally reviewing the little things can help you see new progress. Two-time NPC Mr...

Everybody is familiar with this expression. But if you suffer discomfort during a shoulder workout, it could spell trouble. What starts as a twinge can soon get worse, yet many gymgoers ignore it until the pain becomes intolerable. It’s a familiar tale. Shoulder injuries are among the most...