by Dana Bushell | Articles, Training
“It’s not the size of the dog in the fight but the size of the fight in the dog.” –Mark Twain. For so many of us dedicated warriors of iron out there, the innate desire to be bigger and stronger is the driving force behind our efforts in and out of the gym. Born out...
by Jeff Willet | Questions & Answers, Training
It is important to understand that high reps with light weights does not equal more definition. Increasing your definition is the result of reducing your body fat and that is accomplished by paying close attention to your diet and incorporating cardiovascular...
by Dana Bushell | Training
Building muscle is filled with intricacies that must be carried out consistently to achieve success. Often, when constructing a training and nutrition plan, and following through with it for a period, you start to wonder if you are taking the best route, and before...
by AST Sports Science | Articles, Training
It’s hard to convince most athletes who love working out that they will get better results by taking a planned break away from training. Taking strategic breaks from intense weight training will actually enhance muscle gains overall. The big question is when to take a...
by Dana Bushell | Articles, Training
Every once in a while you have to veer off the beaten path and perform tasks that rarely make their way into your regular routine. It’s not unheard of to double up on muscle groups within one training session such as shoulders and traps, chest and triceps or back and...
by Dana Bushell | Articles, Training
Perfection in every sense of the word conjures up idealistic thoughts that either provokes excitement or fear depending on the mindset of the individual. Being as close to perfection as you can be within your training will ultimately set you apart from your...
by Jeff Willet | Articles, Training
One of the great things about weight training is the possibility for continual improvement of your body, your health, and your mind. The sky is the limit and the adage “you reap what you sow” couldn’t be more fitting. The harder and more intelligently you work in the...
by Dana Bushell | Training
When someone asks you to make a muscle, they’re asking you to throw up a gunshot and show off your high peaking, thickly developed biceps. This muscle group has long been one of the main standards for gym superiority. The “arms” race has led many to curl away week...
