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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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You might train to failure hoping for gains, but it could actually be hindering your progress. Learn everything you need to know about training to failure.
Tip # 7 - Derek stresses the importance of cardio exercises, even during bulking. Being aerobically fit is extremely beneficial when lifting heavy weights!
Last week we visited Kaged Muscle CEO Kris Gethin to get an inside look at some of the unique exercise variations he has developed over the years in the gym.
![[Video] Classic Bodybuilding: Steve Laureus' Shoulder Workout](https://cdn.muscleandstrength.com/sites/default/files/field/feature-image/videos/steve-laureus-shoulder-workout.jpg)
IFBB Classic Physique Pro, Steve Laureus, takes us through the rear-delt focused shoulder workout he uses to help him build a classic era physique at Bevs.
Can't find the time to eat right, build muscle and get in shape? Dustin Elliott provides some eating and training tips to help you hit your goals.
The inner chest is a common area people look to target. In this video BSN athlete Scott Herman shares an effective superset to help bring out the inner chest.
What if one piece of equipment could improve your power, strength, and overall conditioning? Learn how kettlebell training can help you reach your goals!
Tip # 11 - Marc recommends High Intensity Interval Training for cutting fat. The elliptical machine can be a great tool. HIIT Cardio rules for fat loss!
Want to really shake things up during your workouts? Try hunting down one of these 10 crazy barbells and give your workout the variety it has been lacking!
In this video, IFBB Men's Physique Pro Brandon Hendrickson coaches us through one of his typical back workouts while on prep.
Tip # 18 - Derek stresses the importance of taking time off from the gym. Take into account Recovery Days when choosing a workout routine.
This part of the 4 part series looks at physiological responses of teens and children and outlines some guidelines for training for under 16s.
Earlier this month, we visited Kris Gethin to get an inside look at some of the unique exercise variations he has developed over the years in the gym.
The bad news: there is no way to increase your bench press by 30% in 5 minutes. The good news: you can immediately improve your bench press stability and results.
![[Video] 3 Exercises to Help You Build a Wider Back w/ Steve Laureus](https://cdn.muscleandstrength.com/sites/default/files/field/feature-image/videos/steve-laureus-3-back-exercises.jpg)
IFBB Classic Physique Pro, Steve Laureus, teaches us his top 3 movements he likes to use to help him build back width in his offseason.
IFBB Pro Victor Martinez breaks down four of his favorite shoulder exercises, and how to perform them properly to maximize growth and prevent injury.
Mr. Universe Calum von Moger goes back to basics with this old school aesthetic chest workout inspired by Golden Era physiques.
In this episode of One Minute Tips, Cliff Wilson urges athletes not to neglect their back exercises. It's important to build a balanced physique!
![[Video] 3 Unique Row Variations for Increased ROM w/ Brandon Hendrickson](https://cdn.muscleandstrength.com/sites/default/files/field/feature-image/videos/3-row-variations-for-increased-rom.jpg)
Men's Physique Champ and team Beast athlete, Brandon Hendrickson, shows you how to get longer stretches and deeper contractions with these 3 row variations.
The final part to Doug's 4 part series on weight training for children and teenagers. This part looks at workouts for teenagers at various levels of training.
Have you ever just sat around and thought "which variation of the deadlift is truly the best"? So do we! Let's discuss in this month's training talk!
IFBB Pros Brett Kahn and Gerardo Gabriel visit the Muscle & Strength HQ and destroy their chests with this high volume chest workout routine. Check it out!
Strength coach Daniel Aipa presents form tips, and explores the benefits of clean pulls. Improve your power, strength & muscle size with these Olympic lift variations.
Fortify your quads with these 5 beefy leg building exercises: sprints, barbell step ups, barbell lunges, barbell squats and leg press.
How strong is your core? In this second video, Coach Myers shows you 10 MORE of his hardest core exercises and challenges you to see how many you can do!
Team Gat athlete Sadik Hadzovic goes head to head with Muscle & Strength athlete Brett Kahn in the 10,000lbs dumbbell shoulder press challenge! Who will win?
Calum von Moger knows a thing or two about big arms, so we asked Mr. Universe to name his top three exercises for building mountainous biceps!
Get some training tips from one of the best tight ends to ever play football! In this video, Vernon Davis gives us his top 3 exercises for athletes!
A lot of lifters have a misconception on the appropriate way to strength train. Check out these tips on how an average lifter can improve their strength.
If you're trying to build muscle, it doesn't matter how much you sweat in the gym. Learn why chasing after anything other than progression is a waste of time.
In this video, IFBB Pro and Nutrex Research athlete, Joel Thomas, takes us through 3 of the tricep exercises he personally uses to add tricep mass.
Want to build your traps, but not seeing any progress from your marathon sets of dumbbell shrugs? Check out this guide & build your traps the right way!
MuscleMeds Athlete Victor Martinez visited the M&S HQ to share some of the things he has picked up over the past 16 years as an IFBB Pro Bodybuilder
Posing can improve muscle awareness, muscle maturity and overall definition. Explore the benefits of posing, and learn how to perform 5 popular poses.
![[Video] How to Perform Perfect Bicep Curl 21s w/ Steven Cao](https://cdn.muscleandstrength.com/sites/default/files/field/feature-image/videos/steven-cao-bicep-curls.jpg)
BPI Athlete and IFBB Pro Steven Cao demonstrates how to perform perfect bicep curls using the "21 method". Add this into your arm training for better pumps!
Nothing looks more impressive on a physique than a set of ripped abdominals. Philip Ricardo tells you how to eat and train for an amazing 6 pack.
Pain is one of the biggest detriments to quality training. Avoid joint and back pain! Check out these 7 simple modifications and continue making gains!
Brian Carroll, author of the 10/20/Life training book, helps you to weed through all the poor deadlift technique advice, and improve your form, safety and gym results.
Build your arms the fast way: weighted dips, close grip bench press, seated tricep extension, clapping diamond pushups and rope pushdowns.
Let Jay Cutler's team of trainers show you how it's done. Each exercise video offers instructions and tips on how to perform the shoulders & traps exercises.
Muscle and Strength spends a day training with the Mighty Stu Yellin. In Part 1 of a 3 part series, Stu drops some knowledge about his chest routine.
Transform your skinny neck and build a stronger overall body by implementing these training tips and exercises into your daily workout routines.
Avoid the common mistakes most beginners to weight training make and start growing as soon as you hit the gym!
Earlier this month, we visited Kris Gethin to get an inside look at some of the unique exercise variations he has developed over the years in the gym.
These 10 lifts have helped turn amateurs into Mr. Olympians. Check it out to see if your favorites made the cut or get ideas for your next workout!
Logan Franklin takes us through his chest workout at Iron City Gym in Houston, TX. Check out the video for some excellent tips on how to build a big full chest!
A 10 part super series by Alex Stewart from Betancourt Nutrition detailing the top 5 exercises for each bodypart.
In this video, Joe Bennett gives us his insight on the many different barbells you might find in the gym and how to use them within your workouts.
MHP Athlete Chris Bumstead takes us through a couple of his unique variations to the popular side lateral raise that he uses in his shoulder workouts.
Some aspects of fitness are overrated. Don't fall for the hype, stick with tried and true methods if you want long term success.
