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Category: Training
Six Pitfalls That Will Jeopardize Your Physique or Powerlifting Training
Whether you’re striving for aesthetic perfection or setting new PRs on the platform, avoiding these six training pitfalls is essential. Read more
Three Day Split Beginner Program for Mass
This structured three-day split provides an effective balance of compound lifts, isolation movements, and cardiovascular training. By consistently progressing in weight and focusing on proper nutrition and recovery, you’ll build a strong, aesthetic, and well-balanced physique. Read more
Blood Flow Restriction Training: A Strategy for Beginning Lifters?
BFRT is a promising alternative to traditional high-load resistance training for muscle hypertrophy (increase in muscle size) and strength gains. Read more
Maximizing Muscle Growth with Blood-Flow Restricted Training
Blood-flow restricted (BFR) training, also known as occlusion training, has emerged as a powerful tool for stimulating muscle hypertrophy, even with lighter loads. This technique involves partially restricting blood flow to the working muscles during exercise, creating a unique physiological environment that promotes muscle growth. This article will delve into the mechanics of BFR training,… Read more
Training to Failure: What the Research Says About Strength and Hypertrophy
For decades, gym-goers and professional athletes alike have debated a critical question in resistance training: how close to failure should you train to maximize strength and muscle growth? A recent meta-analysis led by researchers from Florida Atlantic University, Deakin University, Auckland University of Technology, and Solent University seeks to provide clarity on this issue. Their… Read more
Maximizing Muscle Hypertrophy
A new narrative review mostly authored by folks at CUNY Lehman College, led by experts in exercise science, dissects the optimal training techniques for hypertrophy, focusing on key variables such as repetition tempo, range of motion (ROM), and exercise-specific kinematics. Read more
Starting Resistance Training
Starting resistance training is a great way to build strength, improve your fitness, get stronger, and feel fantastic. This guide will walk you through the essential steps to create a program that’s right for you, focusing on safety and long-term success. Remember, consistency is key, and every journey starts with a single step. Let’s get… Read more