One of the most traditional bodybuilding workout routines is the 3 day split. There are many variations of the 3 day split but overall they are all similar. The 3 day split is a very popular workout routine and arguably the best approach to building mass. What I really like about this routine over other […]
At some point you’ve probably wondered what the difference between chin ups and pull ups are. When it comes to chin ups vs pull ups there is one common and excepted distinction. When someone is referring to doing a chin up he is usually making reference to the exercise done with a supinated (underhand) grip […]
Earlier this month I wrote an article about how workouts to get ripped are different than mass building workouts. In this article I’d like to discuss what a good diet to get ripped should look like. The truth is that when it comes to getting ripped, shredded, cut or defined, your diet is even more […]
It is important to recognize the following overtraining symptoms and to know how to avoid them. In order to make gains and to continue improving you’ve got to put your body under a certain amount of stress. When you lift weights or do a cardio workout you are stressing your body. If you do this […]
Everyone by now has at least heard of muscle confusion workouts and how great they are. Even a few of the main stream workouts boast about their muscle confusing approach and how these types of workouts will generate the quickest results possible. Some promise greater overall muscle size due to the “shock” your muscles receive […]
Whether you are trying to build muscle or trying to lose weight your nutrition is huge. In order to get the most out of your exercise routines you’ve got to know what to eat after a workout. There are many meals that are typically good to eat when trying to build muscle but you absolutely […]
Getting ripped and finding effective workouts to get ripped are probably the most common goals among serious gym goers. Yes, some are still going to the gym to build as much muscle as humanly possible and don’t really care about getting great muscle definition, but I would imagine (and hope) that the majority would rather […]
Summer is here and the weather is ideal for being outside and in the pool, lake or ocean! If you’re thinking that it’s the perfect time to get in some swimming workouts you’re right. However, are swimming workouts for weight loss the ideal approach to losing weight? Can you believe that there are studies that […]
During summer vacation many are able to take off for a much needed break. Usually that means going camping, going traveling, etc. And with that comes eating out, staying up late and not going to the gym. Sometimes though, you still want to get in a good workout while you’re off traveling. Here’s a good […]
Adding Branched Chain Amino Acid (BCAA) supplements to an already high protein diet has gotten more and more popular over the years, and for good reason. By strategically using BCAA supplements at the right time you can help your body’s ability to lose fat and build muscle. The actual BCAA supplement itself doesn’t necessarily help […]