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Ultra-high processed foods may be convenient, but they are crushing your gains and heading you towards osteoarthritis, according to a new study presented by the Radiological Society of North America. Here’s what you need to know. The first-of-its-kind body imaging study, designed to find out...

Croatia’s Petar Klančir is a respected bodybuilder and a force to be reckoned with in the gym, so it’s great that this man-mountain is passing on his hard-earned tips for making epic gains. Recently, the coach and HYROX athlete explained one of the moves that builds his pectorals, focussing on...

Numbers guy Jeff Nippard is all about the details, so he makes sure that when it comes to leg day, no muscle is left behind. But when working on hamstring development, one muscle is more illusive than the rest according to the natural bodybuilder and powerlifter. Fortunately, he has shared the...

Building muscle is about more than just exercising around the clock. In fact, studies show that exercise alone isn’t enough to get practical muscle-building results. Experts advise a combination of several factors at once, including an understanding of balanced nutrition, the use of healthy...

As trainer to the multi-time World’s Strongest Man, Hafþór Júlíus Björnsson, Sebastian Oreb, who is also known as the “Australian Strength Coach” knows how to get epic results from his clients. So, when he decided to weigh-in on the long-running debate concerning which rep range is best for...

Building muscle is exciting, but it is also challenging, and if you are unsure of what you are doing, then it can become very stressful. Beginners and gym rookies may notice those fast newbie gains that come from being introduced to iron, but then they see progress stall and get frustrated. This...

From those who are starting their muscle building journey, to those who have been aimlessly coasting along for years, the subject of eating for muscle growth is definitely a conversation starter. There’s a lot of information to digest before you can even think about digesting your food, and then...

Law enforcement officers’ risk their lives daily to protect and serve the communities they cherish. Whether responding to emergencies, conducting routine traffic stops, or patrolling in cars and motorcycles, officers often face unforeseen dangers. The story of Officer Kevin Bereta is a powerful...

If you think that building a physique like Phil Heath means throwing around your weights and completing workouts at break-neck speed, then the seven-time Mr Olympia winner has news for you. In a recent social media post, the “The Gift” explained that you’ll build muscle quicker if you lean to...

Four-time Mr Olympia, Jay Cutler didn’t just “quad stomp” his way to bodybuilding immortality, he flexed a huge set of guns that blew away all other challengers too. And, in a recent Instagram post, the big man shared how he armored up those arms. The answer? Not so much fat tips, as fat grips...

The idea that lactic acid builds up to a torrent in our muscles, gradually bringing exercise to a halt is a process that many athletes and gymgoers consider whenever they are attempting to push past their limits, but recent commentary from Dr Mark Burnley, who is an expert in endurance...

One of the most repeated phrases in fitness is the concept that “consistency is key,” and while that’s true, it doesn’t take into account the fact that sometimes, for whatever reason, we are forced to take a break from the barbell. But how long can we stay away from the gym before our...

In the realm of Body Building, the role of carbohydrates has long been a subject of debate. Once, they were regarded as the "enemy" by some, who were worried that excessive carbohydrate intake would lead to weight gain and fat accumulation, thus affecting fitness results. However, with a deeper...

Bodybuilder Chuck “Kali Muscle” Kirkendall has built a loyal fanbase online thanks to his mission of informing followers about the pitfalls of performance enhancing drugs, so a recent revelation that he’d had his eye color changed has drawn a typically divided response. Chuck Kirkendall aka...

Some of the classic bodybuilding training theories are as follows: Weider Training Principles: Proposed by Joe Weider, it has an extremely profound impact on modern bodybuilding training. Progressive Overload Principle: As training progresses, the body will gradually adapt to the original...

In the process of human physiological changes, muscle loss and fat accumulation often present a close and complex relationship. On one hand, the reduction of muscle mass often creates conditions for fat accumulation. Muscle is an active tissue in human metabolism and it also consumes a...

In today's fitness craze, people are constantly exploring various effective methods to improve physical fitness and sports performance. And peptide drugs are gradually becoming the focus of attention in the field of fitness. Peptide drugs play an important role in fitness with their unique...

When embarking on a fitness journey, understanding the key indicators of the body is crucial. It can guide us in a clear direction and help us set fitness goals that are suitable for ourselves. First, let's get to know the body mass index (BMI). BMI is calculated by dividing weight (in...

Muscle Gain Training Beginner Phase (1 - 2 months) Frequency & Duration: Train 3 times a week, with each session lasting about 60 minutes. Compound Movements: Squats: 3 sets of 10 reps. Focus on proper form, keeping feet shoulder-width apart and descending until thighs are parallel to the...

You’ve probably been told by someone during your fitness journey that doing cardio will rob you of the hard-earned muscle that you’ve amassed by lifting heavy weights. But are those ‘experts’ right? Does building muscle mean that you can’t enjoy a weekly run or even warm up on the step machine...