Search results

Your ideal squat depth depends on your unique anatomy, not universal standards. Start with three assessment tests: bodyweight squats, goblet squats, and wall-facing squats to find your natural range. Focus on perfect form within your current mobility rather than forcing parallel depth with...

Power bars have a thicker 29mm shaft compared to standard 28mm barbells, creating less whip and better control under heavy loads. They feature aggressive knurling for superior grip security and higher-grade steel with 180,000+ PSI tensile strength, allowing them to handle 1,000+ pounds safely...

Tendon strengthening exercises for punching durability should include isometrics, heavy slow resistance training, and plyometrics. Your tendons adapt more slowly than your muscles, so you'll need consistency across all three phases to build real stiffness and load tolerance. Rice bucket drills...

Ethan Gohari's chest routine builds massive pecs by combining heavy compound lifts with targeted isolation work and a strong mind-muscle connection. He prioritizes bench press variations first, then finishes with flyes and cable crossovers. Train chest once or twice weekly, using 3–4 sets of...

Brian Gallagher 16.03.2023 2219 Hummus, a delicious dip made from chickpeas, tahini and a blend of spices, is not only a tasty treat but also a great addition to any bodybuilder’s diet. One of the main reasons why hummus is great for bodybuilders is its high protein content. Protein is...

By Glenn Koslowski Fasting, or the practice of voluntarily abstaining from (usually calorie-containing) foods and drinks for a specific period of time, has been an integral part of human culture for centuries. While religious and cultural traditions have often been the driving force behind...

By Brian Gallagher Intermittent fasting (IF) is a popular dietary strategy that involves alternating periods of eating and fasting. Some people swear by it as a way to lose fat, improve health, and simplify their lifestyle. But is it good for bodybuilding? Can you build muscle and strength while...

By Brian Gallagher In the world of fitness and nutrition, the term “thermogenic effect” is often associated with fat burners and intense workouts. However, there’s a silent hero in the nutrition realm that plays a pivotal role in this process – protein. Beyond its well-known muscle-building...

By Brian Gallagher Today, let’s embark on a journey through the intricate world of arsenic in foods. While the very mention of arsenic might send shivers down your spine, fear not! We’re here to unravel the facts with a smile, ensuring you have the knowledge to make informed choices about what...

By Brian Gallagher In the world of nutrition, carbohydrates have often been painted with a broad brush—either vilified as the root of all dietary evils or hailed as essential fuel for the body. The truth, as is often the case, lies somewhere in between. Enter the One Hundred Gram Carb Cure, a...

By Glenn Koslowski Muscle memory is a popular concept in fitness, often described as the body’s ability to “remember” previous muscle size and strength levels, allowing for quicker recovery after a period of inactivity. But just how real is this idea? What happens to your muscles during a long...

By William Davis Inflammation is a natural biological response to stress, injury, or infection. In bodybuilding, especially enhanced bodybuilding involving frequent injections of anabolic steroids and other compounds, inflammation can become a hidden but powerful disruptor. From localized...

By Marco D. Angelo An abscess is the last step of the immune response to an infection, it is the result of the combination of germs with the body’s immune responses. When the infection occurs, the white blood cells cause the blood to enter the area, increasing the temperature and the redness of...

By Marco D. Angelo Genetics can alter sports performance, response to the use of PEDs and decide which diet is the most effective for you. Genetics and PEDs use Many people talk about the genetic response to steroids, of “good” and “bad” responders to these compounds, your product may not be...

By Marco D. Angelo A direct extrapolation of the effects observed in a clinical trial in rodents or other animals to one in humans cannot be used based solely on body weight due to differences in metabolism of the different species. An example of this would be to calculate human equivalent...

By Marco D. Angelo If you’re willing to start a cycle, the best advice in theory is to look for a doctor to help you with it. Sounds easy, but in practice not many doctors are willing to aid in the task of making sure you do the least damage to your body while using PEDs. If you’re lucky enough...