workout

Let’s say 99% of people who lift want bigger arms, and the other 1% are just lying to themselves, can making gains to your guns be achieved without bogarting the squat rack with curls? Maybe! If you’re looking for a way to build size in your biceps and triceps without adding unnecessary stress...

M&F first checked in with rock frontman Chris Daughtry back in 2013. The Grammy-nominated, multi-platinum rock artist was already deeply immersed in gym culture, proudly showcasing a chiseled physique after shedding his self-proclaimed “skinny fat” phase from a few years prior. At 33, he was in...

It’s no secret that Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson is a longtime fan of the chest supported dumbbell row but in a recent social media post, “The People’s Champion” gave a little more insight into his dumbbell row workout and explains why it works so well for him with some clever hacks. Be like “The...

Cesar Ruiz has become an established guard on the offensive line with the New Orleans Saints, joining the team as an NFL first round draft pick in 2020, but while the ferocious footballer has always had strength on his side, a fractured foot forced him to learn more about looking after his body...

There are two main ways to look at cardio. Has a punishment for last night’s indulgence or for heart health. The biggest reason most humans end up 6 feet under is easily preventable, so I’ll take heart health for a $1000 Alex. But that doesn’t mean jogging on the treadmill or spending hours...

At some point, we’ve all been there. A vacation or business trip leaves you stuck for days on end in a hotel, complete with an ill-equipped, minimalistic gym, waiting to kill the groove you got yourself in with the full gym in your hometown. For some, the above may even describe their hometown...

Martin Fitzwater, aka “The Martian,” has two of the most impressive pins ever displayed on a bodybuilding stage, but it took trial and error to get there according to a recent Instagram post. Now, the man that Jay Cutler has tipped as a sleeper in the 2024 Olympia Men’s Open division is sharing...

When life gets on top of you, one of the most common excuses for skipping a workout is “I don’t have time.” We’ve all been there, even me, a certified personal trainer and a freak for exercise. But what if you only need 15 minutes to build strength, burn calories, and feel sweaty and happy...

When building a strong, chiseled upper body, you don’t need a lot of equipment—what you really need is a great chest and shoulder workout routine and just one piece of equipment. That’s where the beauty of a one-piece workout comes in, and we’re focusing on one of the most versatile tools in the...

Whether you’re aiming to build muscle, burn fat, or improve overall fitness, kettlebells are designed to deliver a dynamic approach to full-body strength and conditioning. This 4 week kettlebell transformation workout utilizes a single piece of equipment that allows you to streamline your...

It feels like it wasn’t that long ago that Akim Williams was seen as the upstart mass monster that looked to disrupt the established stars of bodybuilding. It has actually been over a decade since he made his pro debut and now, he is a part of the establishment, yet he still holds his own with...

Dropping calories is one of the surest methods used by those who want to cut weight, but until now, the common belief has been that less energy consumed will lead to poorer workout performance. Not so, says a recent scientific report. In order to understand the effects of calorie restriction on...

Like many kids who grow up in New York, Justin Tompkins—aka X-Over—was infatuated with the game of basketball. He idolized Allen Iverson, as well as his older brother Jahmani “Hot Shot” Swanson. The streets can be an unforgiven place and their mother, Sabrina Swanson, instilled toughness and a...

Free weights will always be the king of the jungle for building muscle and strength, but there is a time and place for other tools to keep your workouts fresh and your body challenged. Enter resistance band training. These are not just for rehab or those trendy Pilates classes—nope, they’re a...

There are two ways to exercise on vacation at the beach. First, enjoy the scenery, the water, and the sand while working on getting a tan. Second, see it as a fun and challenging way to get your sweat on. Imagine the sun on your skin, waves crashing, and the soft sand under your feet while...

Senada Greca is the go-to trainer for celebrities like Bebe Rexa and has amassed more than 5.5 followers on Instagram thanks to her awesome workout and nutrition tips. Recently, the physical trainer and founder of Zentoa performance wear posted a mindful full body kettlebell workout to give your...

Two-time 212 Olympia trophy winner Shaun Clarida is hoping to three-peat the throne in 2024 and if this recent killer leg day workout is anything to go by, The “Giant Killer” could well slay his opponents on stage come this October in Las Vegas. While the list of exercises required to build...

You have fitness goals. Some might be near-term, like losing two pounds this month. Others might be long shots, like competing in your first marathon next year. Regardless, your goals aren’t likely to happen if you aren’t holding yourself accountable. To be sure, accountability can be hard to...

George Bamfo Jr. has earned a reputation among his two million+ Instagram followers for offering tangible advice that we can try for ourselves. And, George Bamfo Jr’s Ab Workout, you’ll be working your core in a way that will have your six-pack popping, just make sure to eat right too. There’s...

You know that feeling when you step outside, take a deep breath of air, and instantly feel a little more alive? That’s the magic of outdoor workouts, which we often overlook during regular gym routines. But what if I told you that there are countless benefits of outdoor workouts, and that it...