The hex press is a highly underrated and often overlooked movement in strength training routines. Unlike traditional chest exercises like the barbell bench press, the hex press emphasizes the inner chest, helping improve muscle separation, symmetry,...
First, who doesn’t love fries? They go well with burgers, steak, I mean, you name it and fries go there. Okay, not really, but if you’re a fry lover like myself then you’ve probably been...
When you think of vitamin C most people think about citrus. More specifically, they think of oranges. When you ask most people what vitamin C does or why vitamin C is important, most people don’t...
In the world of bodybuilding, "gear"—a slang term for anabolic steroids—is often used to maximize size, muscle growth, and physical conditioning. But with steroid use comes potential side effects, including one of the most visible and...
With so many essential minerals out there, (20 to be exact) it can be hard to keep track of what each one of them does for the body. One essential trace mineral you should know...
Chromium is a very elusive essential trace mineral. Researchers believe that chromium may be used to manage diabetes, obesity, polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), and cholesterol levels. While there is some evidence that does support these...
Carbohydrate supplements are not created equal. Most are made with maltodextrin, dextrose, and highly-branched cylic dextrin. But you may have recently seen a carbohydrate source on the back of a supplement label called Carb10®. Carb10®...
There’s nothing more motivating than filling your feed with inspirational fit-fluencers that top tier in their sport. We’ve curated the most knowledgeable and credible bodybuilders that you need to follow on Instagram, to get you...
If you’re looking for effective and challenging triceps exercise, the diamond-triangle push-ups are one of the best push-up variations that will get your arms burning, building more strength in a hurry. We’re going to talk...
Palumboism, more commonly known as bodybuilder bubble gut, is a rare but noticeable condition that primarily affects high-level bodybuilders who use—and often abuse—certain combinations of anabolic-androgenic steroids (AAS), human growth hormone (HGH), and insulin. It’s...
Handgrip strength is often used as an indicator of overall muscle strength as well as current and future health. Think about it. You need grip strength for literally everything. Picking up your groceries, grabbing your phone,...
Squats are one of the most popular and effective compound strength training movements that can help you stack some serious gains. Zercher squats are one of many squat variations that are very different than a...
