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Carb Cycling
Carb cycling is a popular stategy employed by athletes and bodybuilders in an attempt to improve exercise adaptations and body composition. Does it work?
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Chest Training 101
Growing the pectorals is a goal of many gym goers. What’s the best way to go about developing this oft-sought after muscle group? Let’s see what the science says about the pecs.
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[Some] Physics of Bodybuilding
Biomechanics and physics don’t always seem like the most interesting or useful topics for bodybuilders, but what are some ways we can use this knowledge?
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Intensification Methods
Intensification Methods are strategies designed to push a muscle past failure and maximize growth. Do they work? Is there any science behind them?
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Muscle Science: A History
Over the years, science has developed a greater understanding of muscle contractions and function. However, some key aspects have always perplexed scientists until recently.
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Eccentrics and Growth
Coaches and trainers often preach the importance of the lowering portion of resistance training exercises. Is this really the most important part of a lift?
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Squats and Knee Health
Many health practitioners believe that squats, especially deep squats, are bad for your knees? Is this really the case? What does the science say?
Chromium Picolinate
Chromium is often touted as a fat loss supplement but the scientific evidence seems to suggest otherwise. Chromium isn’t your best bet for improving body composition.
Isolating the Brachioradialis
Achieving optimal arm aesthetics requires development of all the elbow flexor muscles, not just the biceps. How can we train the brachioradialis?
Sodium
Sodium is the most important mineral for the training athlete or bodybuilder. Significant amounts of sodium are lost through sweat which means that sodium intake needs to be monitored to offset this loss.
Muscle Damage
Many believe in the mantra, “no pain, no gain,” but does that really apply to resistance training? Current literature shows that muscle damage is not necessary for hypertrophy.
Drop Sets
Drop sets are an intensification technique used by many bodybuilders to train past normal muscle failure. This study found that adding a drop set resulted in more growth than normal training!
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Branched-Chain Amino Acids (BCAAs)
Dr. Wilson discusses branched-chain amino acid supplements (BCAAs): how much to take, when to take them, and how they work in your body.
Is the Mind-Muscle Connection Real?
Bodybuilders often recommend using the mind-muscle connection to improve muscle activation. Does this practice actually work?
How Do You Read a Nutrition Label?
To be confident in what you’re putting in your body, it’s important to know how to read a nutrition label. We’ll break it down.
Should I Train My Neck?
Should I train my neck? We will give you some tips on how to train your neck and get the bull neck you want.
Caffeine for Fat Loss
Dr. Wilson discusses taking caffeine for fat loss, including the optimal dosage and how to maximize its effects.
How to Prevent Fat Gain Post Contest
How to prevent fat gain post bodybuilding contest? What are the best techniques to avoid gaining fat after a long cut?
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