If you’re anything like I was throughout the majority of my teenage years, building quality muscle seems like it is next to impossible. Simply put, a hardgainer is an underweight individual who has trouble building much muscle mass, if any at all. This is someone who usually doesn’t eat enough calories to be at maintenance…
Smolov Jr. is a three week abbreviated version of the full Smolov program that is typically applied to the squat and bench. It a a 4x per week training protocol that involves increasing intensity and sustained volume. It spans 3 weeks in total, and is most effectively utilized a few weeks prior to competition. An…
In a world full of lies, the fitness industry is unfortunately no different. There are numerous unverified “fitness influencers” or “gurus” that stress ridiculous claims about how to get into shape, and those who don’t know any better fall victim. Getting your ideal physique is about knowing just as much on what NOT to do…
Raise your hand if at any point in time, you’ve done countless abs exercises day after day, thinking that was the key to losing stomach fat, only to notice virtually no difference after quite some time. That is an example of trying to spot reduce fat in a specific part of the body. Quite frankly,…
A weakened immune system can stem from a mix of vitamin and mineral deficiencies, family history, and several other factors. Keeping your immune system strong year round is the key to preventing infection and disease. There are many natural remedies for boosting your immune system functioning and overall vitality. In this post, I’ll be discussing…
Simultaneously burning fat and building muscle, often referred to as “body recomposition,” is a challenging but achievable goal. It typically involves a combination of targeted nutrition, resistance training, cardiovascular exercise, and adequate recovery. In the context of bodybuilding and nutrition, the term “positive nitrogen balance” is often used to describe a state in which the…
A low-carbohydrate diet may not be optimal for all types of workouts and athletes due to the role of carbohydrates in providing energy, especially for high-intensity and endurance activities. Carbohydrates are the body’s preferred source of fuel, and they are stored in the muscles and liver as glycogen. When you engage in physical activity, especially…
Intermittent fasting can be a cheat code for helping to attain your ideal physique while serving to boost your longevity. It is believed to have various potential health benefits, especially when undergoing a 3 day water fast. This is what I did back in June, and it was quite the experience. It’s important to note…
Lower back pain is one of the most commonly fought injuries amongst people. It can truly make life uncomfortable, and if serious enough, can make walking extremely painful. This can make getting fit or even staying fit much more difficult, as the lower back is involved in so many exercises, since it is part of…
Maintaining weight loss can be challenging, but it’s crucial to adopt healthy habits that you can sustain over the long term. Here are 15 strategies to help you keep off the weight you’ve lost: 1. Set Realistic Goals Make sure your weight loss goals are achievable and sustainable. Rapid or extreme weight loss methods are…