There’s no doubt that lifting heavy weights builds muscle mass and strength. However, the rules change a little when it comes to leg day. You may be surprised to learn that you can gain more muscle size in your legs from doing high reps instead of low reps with heavier weights. In this post, I’m…
You already know that if you want to grow you must eat big. The problem is food can be expensive! That’s why I’m going to show give you my personal guide to bulking on a budget. In fact, you’re going to get a full 3-day meal plan. And I’m also going to share a simple…
It’s common to have an entire workout dedicated to shoulders, and another workout for arms (and international arm day is usually Friday!). But have you ever considered training shoulders and arms on the same day? In this post, I’m going to give you 3 reasons why you should train shoulders and arms together. I’m also…
There are 2 core reasons why you go to the gym and pound the weights. You want to gain mass You want to get stronger Makes sense, right? But the problem is that you’ve been told you have to focus on one or the other. You can’t be concerned with building muscle size if your…
Are you stuck at a 225-pound bench press? Or maybe it’s 145? Or 315? I know, it’s frustrating! In this post, I’m going to show you several ways how you can increase your bench press in my review of what I consider the top strength training program on the planet, Critical Bench 2.0. Oh, and it’s…
Have you been hitting the gym religiously but frustrated by not making gains? You’re training hard and eating, but your muscles just aren’t growing. I know, it sucks…I’ve been there too. In this post, I’m going to share 6 reasons why you may not packing on more muscle. I’m also going to give you some…
Many of us do the standard bodybuilding workout, training 4-5 days a week, focusing each workout on a specific body part. But have you ever considered doing full-body workouts to build muscle? Alright, before we get started, this is NOT a ‘full-body workouts vs traditional bodybuilding workouts’ contest. I’d venture to say 95% of the…
Whether you aspire to be a bodybuilder, powerlifter, or just want to start lifting weights, you need to begin with the basics. There are certain core exercises you need to learn how to perform. You also need to know the proper methods to maximize muscle growth and strength for each body part. That’s why I…
Many will say that you can only train for mass or definition, but not both. I’m not sure who made up that stupid rule, but it’s outdated and certainly not accurate. Whether you’re a competitive bodybuilder, or like me and just have a passion for the weights, you can indeed train for both mass and…
What’s the absolute best type of muscle building supplement on the planet? Creatine. And the funny thing is, it’s the cheapest you can buy! While creatine monohydrate will certainly do the trick, there are 2 things you can do to enhance the mass building effects from creatine: Use a blend different types of creatines Combine that…