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It might seem as though it’s not possible to get a solid workout with just a band, but building a stronger physique doesn’t always require heavy dumbbells or a gym membership. Your band workout will be as intense as you want it to be. This is where incorporating body-weight moves...

When was the last time you counted to a thousand? This is the rhetorical question asked by former U.S. Marine Aaron Marks in introducing his latest workout — a full-body circuit consisting of 1,000 total reps. This routine is for anyone who lacks gym equipment but desires better conditioning...

Here is a little something you can do to shock your arms into new development. Think of your arm training as a circuit, you pick about 3-4 different exercises and hit them in a row with no rest between movements. It'll get your heart rate up good, and it'll help keep motivation levels high...

Is it important to switch up your workout routine from time to time? The simplest answer is yes! If you’re looking to create change in how you feel, look, and perform, then forcing your body to adapt to varying stimuli is a must. Quick example: If I were to do five basic curls with a 10-pound...

Going to a gym is awesome. No one is going to dispute that. Having a home gym with a decent amount of equipment is great too, but let’s be clear. It’s not necessary to have a great workout. As a matter of fact, all you need for this 30-minute floor workout is a pair of dumbbells and a floor...

So I’m going to let you in on a little workout I’ve come up with which has given me astounding results over the past month or so. It’s so effective that I almost don’t even want to let this cat out of the bag, it’s like my secret little chest workout. Forget everything you’ve read or heard...

Everyone who trains at the gym on a regular basis knows what separates the greats from the rest of the pack — leg day! It’s the most challenging day of the week, and the more intense the workout, the better. Whether you train quads and hamstrings together or separately, these are the workouts...

Every year, Memorial Day is a time for Americans — especially members of the United States Military — to remember the men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice while defending their country. And for many active military and veterans, Memorial Day is also a time to honor the fallen soldiers...

I see a lot of lazy fucks doing cardio the wrong way. I see them just strolling along while playing with their phones. I see girls wearing makeup that isn't even running down their face because they aren't sweating. When it comes to doing cardio, people just don't want to put in the work...

Something that is never really discussed in bodybuilding are workouts that involve stimulating individual muscles during different parts of the workout. What I mean by that is this – there is this mentality with building muscle that says we have to torch a muscle and then move to the next...

It’s no secret that high-intensity interval training is a fantastic way to build overall conditioning. From fat loss to muscle gain, HIIT is one of the most popular ways to get in better shape without spending hours in the gym. In fact that’s why here at Muscle and Fitness we’ve created a...

A few good bodyweight exercises (give or take) are all it takes to build the muscle, strength, and grit of a Marine. USMC Veteran Aaron Marks is back for his third Military Monday installment with a quick and effective full-body workout that combines traditional calisthenics with modern...

If you're tired of struggling to lose weight and are impatient to see some results, we have good news: You have options. And here's better news: We're not talking about crash dieting or doing hours of cardio. Instead, try weaving one or more of these fat-blasting techniques into your...

You could spend the rest of your lifting days doing just the basics over and over again, but don't expect your physique or your strength to make much progress. Training at the intermediate level requires making a conscious decision to increase your efforts in the gym. It also means changing the...

If you don't associate kettlebell exercises with building muscle, well, that's understandable. The way most people are using them in the gym is as a lightweight way to break a serious sweat, and nothing else. But make no mistake: Kettlebells can be a huge ally in the quest for mass. And, if...

Think the only pre-workout that elite lifters take comes in a powder form? Think again. Years ago, there was a great topical cream that worked wonders for strength athletes. The product was called Zanagen Ignite. Speaking from experience, I can say this stuff brought a blast of heat to the...

The members of our Armed Forces train to be functional and athletic above all else. But hey, these men and women also like to look good on the beach and at the pool. That’s exactly why Army National Guard specialist Chris Kellum designed this upper-body beach workout for – to pump and sculpt the...

If you're honest, when someone asks how your workout went, you can't always say, "Awesome!" Sometimes it's just "Meh." Why is that? Why aren't all your workouts incredibly productive—maybe even exciting? What can you do to make sure your workouts are not only "awesome," but moving you closer to...

For over a year now, most of us have had to reconfigure our workout routines, but that’s not necessarily a bad thing. Having the ability to work out wherever you want, and not just in the gym, provides an opportunity to stay consistent, while new surroundings add much inspiration. With the...

Variety may be the spice of life, but too much variety can ruin your fitness success. Whether it’s due to boredom or simply not knowing any better, switching up your workout routine too often may be what’s holding you back from reaching your goals. Here’s what you need to know about how long...