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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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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!
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.
EAAs play a pivotal role in more than just your health. In this article you'll learn the benefits of EAAs, why you need them, and how they play a fundamental role in athletic performance.
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!
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.
Tight & tense muscles preventing you from making the gains you desire? It's time to add in mobility work. Try Coach Myers' "Yoga for Meatheads" program!
Take your workouts with a training partner to a whole new level and improve motivation with these 6 gym strategies and 7 benefits from bodybuilder Brad Borland.
Victor Martinez shows us 4 different chest exercise variations he likes to use to add muscle to his chest. Give these a shot during your next chest workout!
Dustin Elliott explains how to bring up a lagging body part by doing away with once a week training, and adding in a second workout.
These 3 simple reasons are holding you back from accomplishing all of your fitness goals. Learn what they are and alter your workout program accordingly!
Are you guilty of one of these 6 common workout mistakes? Find out what they are, the appropriate way to fix them, & the perfect warm up regimen to follow!
Performing perfect pull-ups requires a lot of core strength and stability. Add these 5 exercises into your workouts to start improving your pull-ups!
This back workout is short, intense and designed to build a strong v-shaped back. Warning, this workout is not for the faint hearted!
In this video, Cedric McMillan (IFBB Pro and Scitec athlete) shares a simple variation that makes a HUGE impact on overall chest size and development.
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!
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!
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!
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!
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!
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.
Team BSN athlete & Youtube star Scott Herman breaks down the differences between the Lat Pull Down and the Pull Up. Which exercise builds a bigger back?
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!
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.
