A Deep Dive Into the Mind-Muscle Connection TOPIC: Ever heard of the “mind-muscle connection” and thought, it’s gotta be bogus, right? But some of the top competitive bodybuilders (Arnold included) have used this method in their training and swear by it. Is it real?...
The Clean and Jerk: Breaking Down the Phases TOPIC: The clean and jerk is a complex and technical weightlifting movement that requires a solid level of skill and strength. It is a two-part lift that involves lifting a barbell from the ground to the shoulders (the...
Is Your Leg Day Doing More Harm Than Good? Here’s How to Fix It Getting the most out of your leg workouts means looking at a few things: frequency, recovery, movement quality, and addressing the soreness that follows. Are you totally wrecked after a hard leg session,...
The Ultimate Guide to Lunges: Queen of all Glute Exercises TOPIC: Your glutes are the largest muscle group in your body. They’re responsible for almost everything your legs do—walking, running, jumping, squatting, lunging, and just standing upright. As far as moving...
A Beginner’s Guide to Steel Mace Training TOPIC: Think you’ve mastered kettlebells? Meet the steel mace — the brutal, offset weapon that forces your body into three-dimensional stability, grip work, and rotational strength. Ancient tool. Modern performance. Written By...
The Best Bench Press Warm Up Strategy TOPIC: We get it. You’re pressed for time in the gym. But skipping the warm up is the surest way to underperform and risk injury. This 3D approach to your bench press warm up not only allows you to lift more weight, but also...