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Progressive Overload 101: What It Is, How It Works, and How to Apply It
Progressive overload made simple. Learn how to apply weight, reps, volume, and tempo increases to build muscle and strength.
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25 Lessons After 25 Years of Training
In this article, you'll learn 25 valuable lessons on training, nutrition, and recovery to help you become your best self. These tips are backed by science and over 25 years of experience.
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3 Active Recovery Workouts for Your Next Rest Day
In this article, you'll learn what active recovery is and why it's important for achieving your fitness goals. Plus 3 effective workouts to try on your next rest day.
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![[Video] Regan Grimes’ Leg Day on Prep](https://cdn.muscleandstrength.com/sites/default/files/field/feature-image/videos/regan-grimes-leg-workout.jpg)
IFBB Pro and Primeval Labs athlete, Regan Grimes, takes us through his typical leg day while training during his prep to end 2019.
Build thick and shredded abs with the top 5 abs exercises: bicycle crunches, vertical leg raises, the ab wheel, clothespins and flutter kicks.
Gets things done on a tight college budget. From nutrition and supplements to busting butt in the gym, nobody works harder than Kyle Griffin!
In this video, IFBB Men's Physique Pro Brandon Hendrickson breaks down 4 ab exercises he likes to perform to get his abs stage ready and shredded.
Dust off the Olympic rings that have been abandoned in the corner of your local gym and learn how to perform these 11 exercises. You won't be disappointed.
Ramp up your cardiovascular conditioning with Kris Gethin's super effective interval workout strategy. Learn more and use it to crush your goals!
Considering doing your first bodybuilding contest prep? Don't fall victim to any of the prep myths out there. Read this article and ensure you do it right.
It's time to stop ignoring your weaknesses. Check out the ways you've tricked yourself into thinking you're strong and methods to actually gain strength.
A detailed and scientific look at squatting, vertical leap and sprint performance, improving your golf/bat swing, and the importance of a dynamic warmup.
Getting back into the gym after some time away is hard. Learn how to get your strength back, and more, without sustaining any injuries.
Diet and nutrition are critical in revealing your abs, but these moves can help you build the abdominals and shape them to look shredded after your cut!
Old school volume training was popularized by Arnold Schwarzenegger. This new approach focuses on volume training for natural bodybuilders.
Crush your goals with these 3 keys to effective home workouts! Plus, try out a 3 week home workout program and learn how to design your own home workout.
In this video, IFBB Men's Physique Pro Brandon Hendrickson takes us through the same back workout he uses while prepping to make his V Taper pop on stage.
A 405 bench press seems impossible, right? Powerlifter Josh Mac once thought so too. Learn how to stop wasting time and improve your bench progress now.
Spent some time working with deadlift, squats, dips and chin ups? Dramatically increase your strength and arm size by Greasing The Groove.
Train smart and use mechanical tension, metabolic stress, muscle damage, or a combination of the three. This article shows you how & why to train smart!
Think you can't have a great leg day from home with just your bodyweight? Think again! Check out these 9 underrated leg exercises that require no equipment.
Want to know why your results still suck? Start gaining muscle mass and strength as quickly as possible with these four workout training tips.
Don't get stuck with a tiny chest because all you do is focus on bench pressing. Read this article to learn how to properly build you chest muscles!
It's time to add slabs of mass to your traps! This article provides training tips, exercsies and techniques that will help you build massive traps.
In this video, Scott Herman shares his tips on how to properly warm up before doing front squats to avoid wrist & elbow pain. Check it out & give it a shot!
Thinking about changing up your workout routine? Not sure if it's the right time? Read this article to learn when the best time to program hop is.
Standard progression focuses on the addition of weight. Triple progression has you adding reps, sets then weight.
MusclePharm's Cory Gregory gives you 3 great ways to blast through bench press plateaus: board pressing, band press downs, and by improving your elbow tuck.
Sleep is essential both in and out of the weight room. Learn how to maximize your zzzz's and improve your recovery time, workout performance, and muscle growth.
Phase 1 of the P.B.S. model, the Primer Phase, is designed to create the greatest window of opportunity for you to make muscle-building progress long-term.
Are squats are bad for your knees? Can you substitute running for squats? You've heard all the excuses not to use the barbell squat, now find out if they are valid.
In this video Ryan Takes us through his FULL ab routine used to win the 2017 Arnold Classic! Check it out, try it out, and let us know what you think!
Coach Dustin Myers came to the M&S Headquarters to reveal the 10 hardest core exercises. Learn how you can add these moves whether you're a beginner or advanced!
These 8 exercises don't see the time of day in most lifter's workout routines. Learn which ones they are and why you should incorporate them into yours!
Fitness expert trainer Cory Gregory explains how easily tweaking the legendary Arnold Press can lead to a bigger bench press.
Coach Potts helps you to improve your vertical jump, provides advice on how to retain muscle while losing weight, and more!
Implementing these tweaks into your shoulder workout will not only help you build massive shoulders, but greatly reduce the risk of injury in the process.
Whether you want to add size or develop shape, these advanced movements will help you maximize your arm-building potential. Sample workout is also included!
Joe talks about how he build massive pecs, tells you what it takes to be a competitive bodybuilder, and talks about OCD obsessive compulsive eating habits.
IFBB Pro Regan Grimes stopped by the M&S HQ Gym to share one of his favorite tri-set finishers for back! Give it a shot after your next back workout!
Get the lowdown on how down-low your squat should be, and the pros and cons of squatting to build power, versus squatting for bodybuilding.
Want leg size? Willing to do anything? Look no further. The quadzilla is a shocking leg workout that will induce monster-sized leg gains.
Think Romanian Deadlifts are just accessory work? Learn how to perfect your form on this important lift for more developed glutes and hamstrings.
![[Video] Sadik Hadzovic's Chest & Shoulder Workout w/ Mike Camp](https://cdn.muscleandstrength.com/sites/default/files/field/feature-image/videos/sadik-hadzovic-chest-and-delt-workout.jpg)
Sadik Hadzovic's coach, Dr. Mike Camp, takes us through one of Sadik's push oriented chest and shoulder workouts. Watch the video & give it a shot for yourself!
Ready to build the massive shoulders you've always dreamed of? "The Superman from Compton" CT Fletcher is here to show you how to do just that.
In this training talk, we discuss the barbell back squat. Is the exercise really necessary to build muscle? Or can you get away without having to do them?
Do you train by how you feel? Or do you live or die by your 1RM? Learn how a hybrid approach is the best of both worlds for making steady gains.
Is cheating, English and explosivity effective, or are controlled reps best for muscle mass? Find out when it's ok to set strict form aside in this article by L.J. Walker.
In this video, IFBB Pro and Team BPI athlete Regan Grimes shares 3 mass building bicep exercises he has used to gain some serious size on his biceps!
Kurt's new video series, Animal Instincts, is a complete video guide to natural muscle building and nutrition. Get to know this Scivation sponsored pro!
What is Irradiation? Find out how to apply this technique to your workouts for a simple alteration that will really pack a punch!
Branch discusses how he feels bodybuilders should train. Branch is known for his intense training style - learn what he thinks is optimal for muscle growth.
What do you do the morning after a 10,000 calorie cheat meal? If you're IFBB Pro Chris Bumstead, you train chest of course...especially if it is a Monday.
