training

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...

Finding time for your training can feel challenging, especially when life gets on top of you. We’ve all been there—when your energy drains away, and there is not enough time in the day, leaving little room or energy for your workout. But rather than say ‘screw it” and miss your workout, what if...

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...

Rapid drop-catch training is a unique way to help elevate your fitness routine. It’s an effective, yet underutilized method that incorporates exercises that are designed to improve quickness and stability. It not only helps builds strength but also enhances your body’s ability to respond to...

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...

Suspension training often gets a bad rap because you’re using just bodyweight, and there is no cold, hard steel in your hands. Plus, measuring progression using regular free weights is easy, but not with suspension trainers, where doing more reps is usually the best form of progression. So, some...

Fans of Prime’s smash hit series, Citadel are in for a treat as the spy universe expands with Citadel: Diana. The spin-off takes viewers forward to 2030, and furthers the story of the intense and bloody battle between the Citadel spy agency, and their powerful enemy, the Manticore syndicate. M&F...

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...

Having won the Mr. Olympia Classic Physique trophy every year since 2019, many observers and competitors are making bold predictions that Chris Bumstead is going to be toppled on bodybuilding’s biggest stage in less than 2 weeks, but if 2024 is going to be the year that the chiselled Canadian is...

Representing your country is one of the greatest honors and experiences for any athlete. Sam Burns will get his second opportunity this week as he was named to the President’s Cup team as a Captain’s Pick by Team USA captain Jim Furyk. The Shreveport, LA native is one of 12 players that will...

If you’re looking to push your limits and transform your body, strongman medley style training is your answer. This unique training approach is not just about building raw strength—it’s about becoming a well-rounded, resilient athlete. By incorporating a variety of functional movements with...

I didn’t realize how much mobility training mattered until it was too late. I was standing over a heavily loaded barbell, ready to tackle a Sumo deadlift, thinking I had all my bases covered. But as I bent down, my lower back rounded because my hips lacked the mobility to hinge properly, and as...

Known to friends, family, and those on the triathlon circuit as “The Quad Father,” meet Nick Tierney; a 46-year-old athlete from Delaware, OH. Tierney is no stranger to overcoming challenges both on and off the course. And despite a hectic home life with a loving wife and four kids, he’s never...

While “buddy” or “pal” is a popular term for North Americans to call their friends and comrades, the word “mate” has been missing in action despite its immense popularity in other English-speaking lands like Australia, New Zealand, and the United Kingdom. One man: Luke Milton, is changing the...

Flywheel training has gained serious momentum in the fitness world, especially among athletes looking to maximize performance and injury prevention. It’s a powerful tool for anyone who wants to develop strength, power, and explosiveness while challenging the body in ways that traditional...

“Progressive overload” has been one of the core principles on resistance training to build muscle. I remember being taught about it in college 25 years ago and reading about it in the late, great Dr. Fred Hatfield’s must-read training bible, Hardcore Bodybuilding: A Scientific Approach. The...

“What makes a training program effective?” The two keys to hypertrophy and strength gains Over the past few years strength training enthusiasts and adepts of the “body beautiful” have been spoiled. Now, more than ever, there is a slew of effective training programs available to everyone wanting...

Dr Meghan Santa Barbara is not just an IFBB Pro, but is also a nutrition consultant and bodybuilding prep coach. As such, she informs her almost 80,000 Instagram followers with a mixture of hard-earned gym knowledge along with the science to back it up. Recently, the popular PT took to social...

Time is the number one excuse for not getting a workout, outside of laziness. But here’s the thing: your gains don’t care about excuses—they care about action. And that’s where this 15-minute density training workout comes in. It is designed for those who lack time but want serious results...

A strong core isn’t just about aesthetics—it’s about creating a solid foundation that supports your entire body, enhancing both general and athletic performance. A six-pack is primarily the result of proper nutrition and overall training, not endless repetitions of traditional ab exercises...