When it comes to building the type of physique that you want, it is crucial that you understand the style of training that will get you there. Getting big vs getting strong require two completely different training protocols. If you are a strength athlete, there is a very particular way that you should train. It … Read more
BCAA stands for branched-chain amino acids. They are three essential amino acids called valine, isoleucine, and leucine. Essential amino acids are amino acids that we must get from our diet because our bodies don’t produce them. Many people wonder why these branched-chain amino acids are singled out. They want to know if BCAA supplements are … Read more
When it comes to building lean muscle mass in the shortest amount of time nothing is more effective than advanced training strategies. When you go in the gym and you repeat the same workouts over and over again your body will get accustomed to the overload and it will not grow. So for example, if you’re … Read more
When it comes to “bulking season” a lot of people debate the clean bulk vs dirty bulk method. I have very strong opinions on this subject and believe that if your goal is to have a ripped and solid looking physique for the majority of the year you should follow a clean bulk. This article … Read more
All gyms have dumbbell racks, but a growing number of gyms are also including kettlebell racks as well due to the great benefits kettlebells provide. If you are fortunate enough to have one of these kettlebell racks in your gym then you have more choices to choose from when working out. But are all exercises … Read more
One of my favorite types of training is a little known muscle building strategy known as FST-7 training. I first read about this style of training a few years back and heard it was invented by the same trainer who had trained several Mr. Olympia winners including Ronnie Coleman and Phil Heath. FST-7 is an … Read more
When it comes to building lean muscle, burning fat, and transforming your physique, your mental approach has to be rock solid. I believe that with all great changes in life, you have to start with your mental approach. That’s why I always make sure I am in the muscle building motivation mindset. For years, I … Read more
Being tall is awesome. As a guy who is 6′ 2″ and has been tall all of my life, I have gotten to take advantage of many benefits of being tall like go on amusement park rides at an early age, get all the rebounds in basketball, and throw a baseball farther. But why is … Read more
Ballistic training builds muscle mass, power, and speed which is why it is such a powerful workout routine that many athletes incorporate into their exercise rotation. What is Ballistic Training Ballistic training is a type of strength training which rely on resistance through motion using maximum speed and power. The main benefit of ballistic training … Read more
I am not a naturally gifted bodybuilder who can pack on a bunch of lean muscle mass simply by looking at a pair of dumbbells. In fact I grew up as a super skinny kid who would spend most of his time on the basketball courts vs the weight room. I was actaully scared to … Read more