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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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A new study published in the Journal of Exercise Physiology and Phallic Hemodynamics has linked bench pressing with poor sexual performance.
Exclusive to M&S. Q&A with MusclePharm co-founder and fitness expert Cory Gregory! Your muscle building, fat loss, nutrition and supplement questions answered.
![[Video] Sadik Hadzovic's Back & Tricep Workout w/ Dr. Mike Camp](https://cdn.muscleandstrength.com/sites/default/files/field/feature-image/videos/sadik-hadzovic-back-workout.jpg)
Sadik Hadzovic's coach, Dr. Mike Camp, takes us through one of Sadik's back and tricep workouts. Check out the workout and give it a shot for yourself.
Wondering when to add weight? This article explains the concept of auto-regulated progression, and provides examples of how to use it with your workout.
In this video, IFBB Pro Regan Grimes shares a simple, yet effective, technique to eliminate all shoulder engagement while performing machine pec dec flys.
Kaatsu Training has been shown to have positive effects on muscular strength and hypertrophy. Learn how to properly incorporate it into your workouts!
Need help putting up big numbers on squats? Take it to the next level by following these 3 tips and start seeing improvement in numbers in no time.
Cliff talks about what should be the staple of any workout routine: compound movements! Squats, Deadlifts, and Bench Pressing should be staples.
![[Video] 3 Big Forearm Building Exercises w/ Victor Martinez](https://cdn.muscleandstrength.com/sites/default/files/field/feature-image/videos/victor-martinez-forearm-exercises.jpg)
If you want big arms, you have to train forearms. Take these 3 exercises from IFBB legend, Victor Martinez, and start building your forearms today.
Prosupps athletes Jason Poston and Shawn Rhoden discuss their training philosophies over a brutal shoulder workout led by Psycho 21 founder Chris Lewis.
Supersets are a great way to get the most out of your workout. Before you add them into your routine, you should learn what qualifies as a perfect superset.
Kick your workouts up a notch and increase your muscle gains with these 53 tips, advanced training techniques and plateau busters that are proven winners.
![[Video] Victor Martinez's Massive Quad Day (Leg Workout)](https://cdn.muscleandstrength.com/sites/default/files/field/feature-image/videos/victor-martinez-quad-workout.jpg)
IFBB Pro and MHP athlete, Victor Martinez, shows us how he's still building his quads after 20+ years in the game. Check out his tips to build your quads.
The obvious progression is adding weight to the barbell, but doing so often leads to a mindset that encourages injury. Try out these 4 safer progressions.
The weights never get lighter, but some of these hacks can help you move better, enhance your productivity and improve the quality of your next workout.
In this episode of One Minute Tips, Cliff Wilson demonstrates the proper form for the Hanging Knee-Up. Learn how to blast your abs with this exercise!
The landmine accessory can help you train certain major exercises in a new and even safer way. Check out these 5 landmine exercises & use them in your workouts!
Design your workouts to suit different types of muscle requirements. The more you know about your muscles, the bigger you can build them.
As soon as we landed in LA, Team Prosupps athlete Jason Poston wanted to train at the Mecca. Find out how this Jason has built his pro level physique!
Need a way to finish off your arm workouts? Jason Poston shares his ultimate bicep finisher. Don't have an arm day routine? We've got you covered.
Maximize your leg size and strength, improve your lift form and work to stave off common injuries with these 20 barbell squat tips.
IFBB Pro and elite bodybuilding coach, Iain Valliere, takes us through one of the heavy chest workouts that he uses to build his massive chest. Check it out!
Put aside the false information and common misconceptions known as "bro science" and get the results you want.
BSN Athlete Scott Herman shares 5 foam rolling drills that are essential for injury prevention. Check them out and start using them in your warm up!
Got a goal to destroy that bench press PR of yours? Some tricep accessory work will help and these 4 dumbbell tricep exercises are a good place to start!
Need a quick way to up your mixed martial arts game? Gain the technical and physical benefits of MMA training with sandbag training - no sparring partner required!
Team Scivation takes you through an intense and effective complete Back Workout. This 30 Minute Back Routine could be just right for you!
Instead of being so black and white when it comes to selecting your preferred training method, learn how other forms of training can benefit your end goals.
The article covers different types of strength, benefits of being fit and strong and different methods of strength training.
In this video, team ALLMAX athlete Amanda Latona Kuclo breaks down three simple arm exercises you can do to help tone and shape your arms! Check it out!
Joe Donnelly describes how he incorporates occlusion training into his workouts for better pumps and quicker recovery. Try it out for yourself!
Are you ready for the ultimate physical and mental challenge? Walking lunges are brutal to begin with; now try them for the length of a football field without stopping.
We travel down to MetroFlex Gym in Texas to get a back workout in with IFBB Pro, bodybuilding legend, and GASP athlete, Branch Warren. Check it out!
Which training program is best? Find out how to use multiple approaches to maximize your gains.
Many bodybuilders from the golden era of bodybuilding believed training barefoot yielded better muscular results. Learn if barefoot training is beneficial.
Looking for new ways to build bigger, stronger legs? Check out these 5 proven leg exercises plus a unique twist on each to really maximize muscle growth!
Tip # 3 - The importance of using full range of motion during your workouts. Lighten the weight if need be and use a full range of motion. Go all the way!
There are many ways to progress your workouts in the gym. These 3 are critical to helping you build muscle & lose fat. Read on to learn how to incorporate them.
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.
There is absolutely no excuse for slacking off in the gym. If you're lacking the drive, check out these 6 proven ways to boost motivation and get after it!
This article looks beyond the muscles in the mirror and explores ten ways that resistance training impacts overall health, wellness and quality of living.
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.
It's time to up the intensity of arm day with these 5 brutal finishers. Learn how to execute these moves to get the big arms you've always wanted!
Tip # 7 - Derek stresses the importance of cardio exercises, even during bulking. Being aerobically fit is extremely beneficial when lifting heavy weights!
Designed for absolute beginners to get their joints, tendons and muscles ready weight training. If you have never trained with weights, the routine is for you.
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.
You may think you're training abs the right way, but if you want to build a serious core you need to incorporate these 7 exercises into your workout!
