Archive

Welcome to the StrengthLog archive! In this vault, you can find all of our articles and guides, neatly categorized.

News

• Do Oral Contraceptive Pills Affect Strength, Power, and Muscle Growth in Resistance Training Women?
• Can Collagen Protein Supplements Aid Your Cartilage Regeneration?
• Carbohydrate Loading: How Much Does It Improve Physical Appearance During a Bodybuilding Competition?
• Does Cluster Sets Stimulate Muscle Growth Equally to Traditional Sets?
• The Effect of Napping on Performance
• Exercise Leads to Immediate Improvement of Chemotherapy-Related Side Effects
• Fast and Slow Weight Loss Rates Are Equally Effective at Changing Body Composition
• The Mind Is Stronger Than the Caffeine
• Movement-Based Exercise Improves Physical Function More Than Traditional Strength Training in the Elderly
• No Differences in Relative Caloric Requirements between Male and Female Athletes
• School-Based Resistance Training Strengthens Bones in Adolescent Girls
• Similar Strength Gains in Men and Women after 16 Weeks of Training
• StrengthLog – Our Training App Is Finally Available in English!
• Training with Full vs. Partial Range of Motion Yields Different Results
• Training Your Core Using Kettlebells: Should You Perform One-armed or Two-armed Swings?
• Too Much Training Creates a Less Anabolic Environment in Your Muscles
• Eccentric Strength Training Requires Extra Recovery
• Regular Exercise Can Prevent a Large Number of Falls in the Elderly
• Postexercise Cooling Can Harm Your Gains
• Strength Training in Females: Great Gains Confirmed
• Your Muscles Like it Hot
• Want To Run, Bike or Row Faster? Lift Some Heavy Weights!
• HMB Increases Fat-Free Mass in Athletes, But Only When Protein Intake Is Low
• Beetroot Juice Improves Lifting Performance
• Reps at 80% of 1RM Might Predict Your Muscle Fiber Type
• Internal vs External Focus for Strength: New Meta-Analysis
• A Meal of 100 Grams of Protein Leads to Greater Muscle Protein Synthesis Than 25 Grams, New Study Finds
• How Muscle Growth Actually Works (According to Science)
• Birth Control and Muscle Growth: New Studies Suggest Modest Benefits

Detailed Guides

• How to Squat
• How to Deadlift
• How to Bench Press
• How to Pull-Up

Training

• How to Get Big Arms: Guide, Exercises & Program
• How to Get Stronger, Part 1: The Beginner
• How to Get Stronger, Part 2: The Intermediate
• How to Get Stronger, Part 3: The Advanced
• How to Build Muscle: Exercises, Programs & Diet
• How Many Reps Should You Do to Build Muscle vs. Strength?
• How Many Exercises Should You Do per Muscle Group?
• Training to Failure: Implications for Recovery, Strength and Muscle Gains
• Training Volume: How Many Sets for Strength and Muscle Growth?
• Strength Training For Children and Adolescents: Benefits, Risks, and Practical Recommendations
• Lifting Weights to Relieve Depression: Scientific Evidence That Resistance Training Can Help
• Does NSAID Kill Your Gains? Potential Negative Effects on Strength and Hypertrophy
• Does the Bench Press Work Your Triceps?
• How Much Does Triceps Contribute to Your Bench Press?
• Wide vs Close-Grip Bench Press Ratio & Muscles Worked
• Strength in Different Positions of the Bench Press
• Chest Press vs. Bench Press: 17 Pros and Cons
• The 25 Best Accessory Exercises to Improve Your Bench Press
• How to Bench Press Two Plates (225 lb): A Training Guide
• How to Increase Your Bench Press: 10 Proven Tips
• Do Lat Pulldowns and Rows Work Your Biceps?
• How Do Partial Preacher Curls Affect Your Muscle Growth?
• How to Grip the Bar When You’re Deadlifting
• How Does Deadlift Grip Influence Your Forearm Muscle Activation?
• Building Muscle and Losing Fat at the Same Time – Is it Possible?
• Male and Female Strength and Muscle Growth: Do Men and Women Gain the Same?
• Free Weights vs. Machines – Which Should You Train With?
• How Fast Can You Build Muscle?
• Can You Build Muscle in a Calorie Deficit?
• What Is a Superset?
• Are Supersets Good for Muscle Growth and Strength?
• The 12 Best Supersets to Build Muscle & Strength
• Five Ways to Get Bigger and Stronger
• The Stronger the Better: Do You Gain More Muscle if You Gain Strength First?
• How Long Should You Rest Between Sets?
• Is Cardio Bad for Your Strength Training?
• Do Squats Work Your Hamstrings?
• Squat Depth: How Deep Should You Squat?
• Carryover Between The Squat and Deadlift: New Study
• Squats vs. Leg Extensions For Quad Growth: New Study
• Light or Heavy Weights for Muscle Growth and Strength
• Is Stretching Overrated? Strength Training Improves Flexibility
• 5 Reasons You’re Not Gaining Muscle
• 13 Benefits of the Trap Bar Deadlift vs. Barbell Deadlift
• 5 Differences Between Incline Bench Press vs Flat Bench Press
• Building Muscle After 40: The Complete Guide to Strength, Size, and Recovery
• Building Muscle After 50: The Essential Guide
• 1RM vs PR: What’s the Difference?
• 10 Home Strength Training Exercises Without Equipment
• The 10 Best Strength Training Exercises for Seniors
• The 10 Best Functional Strength Training Exercises
• The 10 Best Ab Exercises for Muscle and Strength
• The 10 Best Arm Exercises for Muscle & Strength (Plus Workouts)
• The 10 Best Upper Chest Exercises for Powerful Pecs
• 10 Best Lower Chest Exercises (Plus Workout)
• The 10 Best Chest Exercises for Muscle & Strength
• The 10 Best Lat Exercises for Muscle & Strength
• The 10 Best Shoulder Exercises for Muscle & Strength
• The 10 Best Front Delt Exercises for Muscle & Strength
• The 10 Best Side Delt Exercises for Muscle & Strength
• The 10 Best Rear Delt Exercises for Muscle & Strength
• The 12 Best Biceps Exercises for Muscle & Strength
• The 10 Best Tricep Exercises for Muscle & Strength
• The 10 Best Long Head Triceps Exercises for Muscle & Strength
• The 10 Best Forearm Exercises for Muscle & Strength
• The 20 Best Back Exercises for Muscle & Strength
• The 10 Best Upper Back Exercises for Muscle & Strength
• The 10 Best Lower Back Exercises for Muscle & Strength
• The 10 Best Leg Exercises for Muscle & Strength
• The 10 Best Barbell Quad Exercises for Muscle & Strength
• The 12 Best Quad Exercises for Muscle & Strength
• The 10 Best Hamstring Exercises for Muscle & Strength
• The 20 Best Hip Exercises for Muscle & Strength
• The 15 Best Glute Exercises for Muscle & Strength
• The 11 Best Abductor Exercises for Muscle & Strength
• The 10 Best Adductor Exercises for Muscle & Strength
• The 10 Best Trapezius Exercises for Muscle & Strength
• The 10 Best Lower Body Exercises for Muscle and Strength
• The 10 Best Upper Body Strength Training Exercises
• The 10 Best Calf Exercises for Muscle & Strength
• The 10 Best Dumbbell Back Exercices
• The 10 Best Dumbbell Exercises for Beginners
• The 21 Best Dumbbell Exercises for Muscle & Strength
• The 10 Best Dumbbell Leg Exercises
• The 10 Best Dumbbell Shoulder Exercises
• The 13 Best Machine Exercises for Muscle & Strength
• The 10 Best Full Body Exercises for Muscle & Strength
• The 27 Best Kettlebell Exercises for Muscle, Strength & Stability
• The 17 Best Cable Exercises for Upper Body Muscle & Strength
• The 15 Best Posterior Chain Exercises for Muscle & Strength
• The Real Benefits of Kettlebells: Strength, Power, and Fitness Anywhere
• A Simple 1-2-3 Progression for Learning the Barbell Squat
• Deadlift vs. Squat: Muscles Worked, Benefits, and Strength Ratio
• 10 Pros and Cons of Only Training the Squat, Bench Press, and Deadlift
• Romanian Deadlift vs. Squat vs. Hip Thrust: Comparison of Muscle Activity
• The 10 Best Exercises for Running Faster
• Floor Press vs. Bench Press for Strength: Benefits & Differences
• How Long Should You Rest Before a Powerlifting Competition?
• Top 20 Powerlifting Exercises For Strength & Mass
• Leg Press vs Squat: Which is Better For You?
• Fasted Strength Training: Good or Bad for Your Gains?
• Why Compound Exercises Should Be the Foundation of Your Workout Routine
• Dumbbell Lat Exercises: The 5 Best to Train Your Back
• Top 16 Back Exercises with a Barbell
• The 30 Best Barbell Exercises for Every Muscle Group
• Drop Sets: Save Time & Build Muscle
• Pyramid Training for Building Muscle and Strength
• The 15 Best Compound Exercises for Muscle and Strength
• The 20 Best Isolation Exercises for Muscle & Strength
• The Ultimate Guide to Bodyweight Exercises for Muscle & Strength
• Beginner Strength Training Workout for Women at Home
• Dumbbell Vs Barbell Bench Press: Which Is Best?
• How Pause Deadlifts Can Skyrocket Your Deadlift Strength in 5 Ways
• 7 Different Types of Dumbbell Curls for Bigger Biceps
• Full-Body Workouts vs. Split Workouts: 7 Pros and Cons
• How to Build Muscle Fast: 15 Tips to Gain Mass Quickly
• Strength Training for Beginners: The Ultimate Guide
• How Many Sets and Reps Should You Do to Build Muscle?
• Shoulder Pain When Bench Pressing: Causes & How to Fix It
• Should You Increase Reps or Weight to Build Muscle and Strength?
• Lower Back Pain When Squatting: Why It Happens and What to Do About It
• The 12 Best Strength Training Exercises for Beginners
• Advanced Strength Training Techniques for Muscle & Strength
• Build Muscle at Home Fast: 30 Exercises and Workouts
• Grow Stubborn Calves With High-Volume Training
• Range of Motion: Maximizing Strength and Muscle Growth
• The Best Training Frequency for Muscle and Strength
• Sleep: The Easiest Way to Muscle Growth and Fat Loss
• How to Design a Strength Training Program in 5 Steps
• Functional Strength Training and Fitness: A Guide
• Dumbbell Lateral Raise vs. Cable Lateral Raise: Which Is Best?
• Does Range of Motion in the Leg Press Matter for Quad Growth?
• Strength Training for Teens: The Ultimate Guide
• How to Motivate Yourself to Go to the Gym: 35 Tips
• Building Muscle After 60: The Complete Beginner’s Guide
• Building Muscle After 70: 2025 Strength Training Guide
• Should Women Train Like Men? Science-Backed Answers for Every Lifter
• 6 Strength Training Myths for Women You Should Ignore
• Strength Training After 60: Study Shows You Can Match Millennials
• Strength Training for Women: Benefits, Programs & Myths
• How To Warm Up Before Lifting: Science-Backed Routines for Strength and Safety
• Cross-Education: How Training One Side Keeps the Other Side Strong
• Gym Etiquette: 30 Unwritten Rules of the Gym
• Hip Thrust Variations: The 7 Best to Build a Better Butt
• How to Build a Big Back: The Best Exercises, Workout, and Complete Guide
• How to Build Big Biceps: The Best Exercises, Workout Plan, and Complete Guide
• How to Build Big Calves: The Best Exercises, Workout Plan, and Complete Guide
• How to Build Big Forearms: The Best Exercises, Workout Plan, and Complete Guide
• How to Build Big Quads: The Best Exercises, Workout Plan, and Complete Guide
• How to Build Big Triceps: The Best Exercises, Workout Plan, and Complete Guide
• New to Strength Training? 5 Essential Tips for Women
• Can You Build Big Legs Without Squats? Best Exercises & Workouts
• Progressive Overload: The Key to Strength and Muscle Growth
• Minimalist Strength Training: Guide, Tips, and Workouts
• Rest Day: How Recovery Helps You Build Muscle and Strength
• The 6 Best Workout Splits to Build Muscle & Strength
• Bench Press for Beginners: Your Guide to the King of Upper Body Exercises

Muscle Group Training Guides

Upper Body

• Chest
• Back
• Rhomboids
• Biceps
• Triceps
• Forearm Extensors
• Forearm Flexors
• Core
• Abs
  • Obliques
  • Transverse Abdominis
• Lats
• Trapezius
• Shoulders
  • Front Delts
  • Lateral Delts
  • Rear Delts
• Neck
• Rotator Cuff
• Lower Back

Lower Body

• Adductors
• Abductors
• Calves
• Glutes
• Hamstrings
• Hip Flexors
• Legs
• Quads
• Tibialis Anterior

Training Programs

The 10 Best 3 Day Strength Training Programs

Free

• Arnold Split: Old-School Training, Timeless Results
• Barbell Training Program for the Beginner
• Beginner Dumbbell Program
• Beginner Machine Program
• Beginner Strength Training Program Without Equipment
• Beginner Strength Training Program
• Bodybuilding for Beginners
• StrengthLog’s Upper/Lower Split Program
• StrengthLog’s Upper/Lower Machine Program
• StrengthLog’s Full-Body Hypertrophy
• StrengthLog’s In a Hurry at the Gym: A Time-Optimized Program
• StrengthLog’s Minimalistic Routine
• StrengthLog’s Training Program for Seniors
• StrengthLog’s Training Program for Children
• Old School Squat Routine
• Old School Bench Press Program
• Old School Deadlift Program
• German Volume Training
• Beginner Squat Program, 2 Days/Week
• Beginner Bench Press Program, 2 Days/Week
• Beginner Deadlift Program, 2 Days/Week
• Beginner Powerlifting Program, 3 Days/Week
• PHAT Workout Routine
• PHUL Workout Routine
• Madcow 5×5

Premium

• Intermediate Squat Program, 2 Days/Week
• Advanced Squat Program, 2 Days/Week
• Intermediate Bench Press Program, 2–3 Days/Week
• Advanced Bench Press Program, 3 Days/Week
• Bench Press Boogie, 2–5 Days/Week
• Intermediate Deadlift Program, 2 Days/Week
• Deadlift Disco: Deadlift Program for Powerlifting
• Deadlift Builder: Hypertrophy Training Program for Deadlifts
• Zero to Hero: An Upper/Lower Body Training Program for Strength and Size
• Bodybuilding Ballet: a Premium Training Program for Hypertrophy
• Bodybuilding 313 – a Training Program for Bodybuilders
• Bodybuilding Machine Workout Routine
• Powerlifting ABC: A Complete Training Program for Powerlifting
• StrengthLog’s Strength & Size – a Training Program for Getting Big and Strong
• Lifting Fast and Slow
• Push / Pull / Legs Advanced: a Premium Training Program for Building Muscle
• Push / Pull / Legs / Upper / Lower (PPLUL) Split for Building Muscle & Strength
• Daily Undulating Periodization (DUP) Program for Powerlifting
• Bodybuilding Blitz: Maximum Gains in Minimum Time
• Pressing Ladder
• Press Pasodoble – The Overhead Press Training Program When You Want Boulders for Shoulders
• Powerlifting Polka: 3, 4, or 6 Days/Week Powerlifting Program
• Powerlifting Pronto: 5 Days/Week Powerlifting Program
• Intermediate Powerlifting Program, 3 Days/Week
• Advanced Powerlifting Program, 3 Days/Week
• Surviving Zombies: The Workout Routine for the Apocalypse
• Mike Mentzer Workout Routine: Heavy Duty Bodybuilding
• StrengthLog’s High Frequency Full Body Program: 5 Days/Week

Training Programs for Specific Sports

• 5 Day Intermediate Olympic Weightlifting Program
• Advanced Olympic Weightlifting Program: Exercises & Guide
• Arm Wrestling Strength Training: Guide & Program
• Beginner Olympic Weightlifting Program: Exercises & Guide (free)
• Calisthenics Workout Plan: Guide & Exercises
• Intermediate Olympic Weightlifting Program: Exercises and Guide
• Streetlifting Program
• Strength Training for American Football: Guide & Training Program
• Strength Training for Badminton: Guide & Training Program
• Strength Training for Basketball: Guide & Training Program
• Strength Training for BJJ: Guide & Training Program
• Strength Training for Boxing: Guide & Training Program
• Strength Training for Climbers: Guide & Training Program
• Strength Training for Cross-Country Skiing: Benefits & Guide
• Strength Training for Cyclists: Guide & Training Program
• Strength Training for Equestrians: Guide & Training Program (free)
• Strength Training for Handball: Guide & Training Program
• Strength Training for Hockey: Exercises & Guide
• Strength Training for Judo: Guide & Training Program
• Strength Training for Kickboxing: Guide & Training Program
• Strength Training for Lacrosse: Guide & Training Program
• Strength Training for Motorsports: Guide & Training Program
• Strength Training for Muay Thai: Guide & Training Program
• Strength Training for Pickleball: Guide & Training Program
• Strength Training for Rowing: Benefits & Training Program
• Strength Training for Runners (free)
• Strength Training for Skiing: Benefits & Training Program
• Strength Training for Soccer: Guide & Training Program
• Strength Training for Sprinting: Exercises & Guide
• Strength Training for Swimmers: Benefits & Training Program
• Strength Training for Tennis: Guide & Training Program
• Strength Training for Triathletes: Guide & Training Program
• Strength Training for Volleyball: Guide & Training Program
• Strength Training for Wrestling: Guide & Training Program
• Weight Training for Golf: Exercises & Training Program

Workouts

• The 10 Best Circuit Training Workouts for Strength, Muscle & Endurance
• 20-Minute Workout With Dumbbells
• 30-Minute Workout at Home
• Advanced Bodyweight Workout
• Chest and Tricep Workout for Strength & Mass [5 Exercises]
• Short and Sweaty Kettlebell Workout: Descending Swing & Squat Ladder
• The Best Push Day Workout Routine For Strength & Muscle
• The Best Arm Workout for Muscle Mass and Strength
• The Best Back Day Workout for Muscle & Strength
• The Best Chest Day Workout for Muscle & Strength
• Chest and Bicep Workout
• Chest and Shoulder Workout
• Back and Biceps Workout
• Back and Shoulder Workout
• Back and Triceps Workout
• Beginner Strength Training Workout for Women at Home
• Barbell Tricep Workout for Muscle & Strength
• Bodybuilding Back Workout for Mass
• Bodybuilding Leg Workout for Mass
• Bodybuilding Shoulder Workout for Mass
• Bodybuilding Chest Workout for Mass
• Shoulders and Abs Workout
• StrengthLog’s Shoulder Workout
• The Best Glutes and Hamstrings Workout
• Legs and Shoulders Workout
• Leg and Ab Workout
• The Best Upper Body Workout Routine for Muscle & Strength
• The Best Beginner Leg Workouts for Muscle & Strength
• Cable Back Workout for Strength & Mass
• Cable Biceps Workout for Strength & Mass
• Cable Chest Workout for Strength & Mass
• Cable Shoulder Workout for Strength & Mass
• Cable Triceps Workout for Strength & Mass

Circuit Training Workouts

• Beginner Bodyweight Circuit
• Beginner Gym Circuit
• Bodybuilding Full-Body Circuit
• Bodybuilding Pull Circuit
• Bodybuilding Push Circuit
• Conditioning Circuit
• Endurance Circuit
• Full-Body Strength Circuit
• Lower-Body Strength Circuit
• Upper-Body Strength Circuit
• The StrengthLog Circuit Training Workout

Mobility

• StrengthLog’s Full Body Mobility Workout
• Mobility Routine for Powerlifting

Tools and Calculators

• 1RM Calculator
• Warm-Up Calculator
• Powerlifting Competition Attempt Calculator
• Old School Squat Routine Generator
• Protein Calculator
• Calorie Calculator

Nutrition

• Nutrition for Strength Training the Fun and Easy Way
• How Much Protein from a Single Meal Can Your Body Use to Build Muscle Mass?
• Protein for Strength Athletes and Bodybuilders – How Much, How Often, and What Kind
• How to Build Muscle on Keto: The Complete Guide
• How Long Do You Build Muscle After Eating a Protein-Rich Meal?
• Eating for Muscle Growth: When, How, and How Much to Eat for Adding Lean Mass
• Building Muscle as You Age: Protein Needs for the Older Lifter
• Is It Important to Eat or Drink Protein Quickly after Training?
• Protein Intake: How Much Protein Should You Eat per Day?
• Glycogen: The Best Fuel for Your Muscles
• Performance Nutrition: Eating for Exercise Excellence
• Intermittent Fasting and Strength Training: The Ultimate Guide
• 25 Myths and Facts About Protein [FAQ]
• Build Muscle on a Vegan Diet: The Complete Guide
• Intermittent Fasting: When to Work Out
• The 30 Best Protein Foods for Muscle Growth
• Pre-Workout Meal Strategies: What to Eat Before Training
• The 11 Best Carbs for Bodybuilding and Muscle Growth
• The 11 Best Bulking Foods for Lean Muscle Gains
• Carbs in the Evening: Friend or Foe for Your Goals?
• Does Alcohol Kill Your Gains? A Science-Based Guide for Lifters
• Fats for Bodybuilding and Muscle Growth: Tips, Recommendations & Top Foods
• Do You Need Carbs to Build Muscle and Train Hard?
• How Much Protein Do You Need for Bodybuilding?

Bodybuilding

• Bodybuilding: The Ultimate Guide
• The 10 Best Bodybuilding Splits: a Complete Guide
• Top 20 Bodybuilding Exercises for Every Muscle Group
• Bodybuilding for Beginners: The Complete Guide
• Bodybuilding for Skinny Guys: A Guide for Hardgainers
• Bodybuilding vs. Strength Training: Top 10 Differences
• Top 15 Muscle-Building Snacks for Bodybuilding
• Top 15 Muscle-Building Snacks for Bodybuilding
• Carbohydrate Loading: How Much Does It Improve Physical Appearance During a Bodybuilding Competition?
• How Long to Cut for Bodybuilding
• How to Cut for Bodybuilding: Top 12 Tips for Success
• Macros for Cutting: Count Your Way to Fat Loss
• Bodybuilder Body Types: The Best Training and Diet
• How to Bulk: The Complete Guide to Muscle Gain
• The 12 Best Bodybuilding Supplements in 2024
• Powerlifting vs. Bodybuilding: 10 Main Differences
• The 8 Mandatory Bodybuilding Poses: A Complete Guide
• Why Are So Many Bodybuilders Dying Young? The Science Behind the Deaths

Cardio

• Top 8 Health Benefits of Cardio
• Is Cardio Bad for Your Strength Training?
• Should You Do Cardio or Weights First?
• Fasted Cardio: Benefits, Drawbacks, and When to Use It

Supplements

• Creatine: Effects, Benefits and Safety
• Creatine Boosts Muscle Strength in Adults Under 50
• BCAA Supplements: Beneficial or a Waste of Money?
• Beta-Alanine: Effects, Benefits, and Safety
• Caffeine: Effects, Benefits, and Safety
• Omega-3 Fatty Acids: Effects, Benefits, and Safety
• Vitamin D: Effects, Benefits, and Safety
• Glutamine Supplements: Beneficial or a Waste of Money
• Whey Protein: The Complete Guide to the Most Popular Protein Supplement for Strength Athletes
• Casein: Fast Gains from Slow Protein?
• Dietary Supplements to Gain Muscle and Strength
• Supplements To Lose Weight and Burn Fat: Do They Work?
• BCAAs Vs EAAs – The Battle for Your Gains
• Soy – Healthy Alternative to Meat or Toxic Hormonal Disruptor?
• The Five Best and Worst Supplements For Your Gains
• Whey or Soy Protein for Building Muscle?
• Whey Protein vs. BCAA: Which is Better?
• BCAA vs. EAA: Which Is Better For Your Gains?
• Whey Protein Concentrate vs. Isolate: What’s The Difference?
• HMB: Effects, Benefits and Safety
• Magnesium and Magnesium Supplements: Everything You Need to Know
• The 5 Best Supplements to Get Shredded in 2026
• The Best Time to Take Creatine
• Should You Drink Protein Shakes on Rest Days?
• The Top 10 Supplements for Strength Training in 2026
• Wake Up and Lift: Caffeine Boosts Strength and Power in the Morning
• Is Creatine Safe? Insights From 2026 Research
• Does Creatine Hurt Your Kidneys?

Detailed Supplement Guides

• Capsaicin
• Citrulline
• Collagen
• L-Carnitine

Workout Log App

• StrengthLog: The Best Workout Log App for Lifters
• Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy for the StrengthLog App
• How To Delete Your Account In the StrengthLog App
• What Our Users Say About Our Workout Log App
• Three Reasons to Keep a Workout Log
• Four Ways to Lift Heavier Using the StrengthLog Workout App
• How to Effectively Use a Workout Log App
• Track Supersets and Circuits in the StrengthLog Workout App
• The Most Underrated Feature in Our Workout Tracker: Plan Workout
• 10 Ways Our Workout Tracker App Can Help You Reach Your Fitness Goals
• Workout Log Apps vs. Paper Logs: Pros and Cons
• Top 10 Strength Training Statistics From 274 890 Users of Our Workout Log
• The Most Popular Gym Exercises for Men & Women in 2026
• Free Workout Log With 300+ Exercise Instructions
• How A Workout Log App Can Help in Injury Prevention and Recovery
• Printable Workout Log For The Gym
• The Best Workout Log App for Powerlifters

Training Equipment

• Should You Use a Mouthguard for Weightlifting in 2026?
• Should You Wear a Weightlifting Belt? Science-Backed Pros & Cons
• Lifting Straps 101: Types, Benefits & Proper Use
• Lifting & Weightlifting Shoes 101: Science-Backed Benefits, Drawbacks & Buyer’s Guide

Health

• 8 Benefits of Strength Training for Women
• Artificial and Non-sugar Sweeteners: the Good, the Bad, and the Science
• Athletic Incontinence: More Common Than You Think
• Lifting Weights While Pregnant
• 20 Amazing Benefits of Strength Training
• 21 of the Most Common Health & Fitness Myths Debunked
• Strength Training and Mental Health: 8 Proven Benefits
• Strength Training During the Menstrual Cycle: Science, Myths, and Tips
• Top 8 Health Benefits of Cardio
• Strength Training for Health and Longevity

Weight Loss

• Fast and Slow Weight Loss Rates Are Equally Effective at Changing Body Composition
• How to Cut: Lose Fat and Keep your Muscle Mass
• The 3 Best Exercises to Lose Belly Fat After 50
• How Many Calories Do You Burn Lifting Weights? (Calculator)
• How Long Does It Take to Get Abs?

Personal Training

• How to Be a Great Personal Trainer
• How to Get Personal Training Clients
• 13 Pros and Cons of Online Personal Training
• Top 10 Personal Training Exercises & Workouts
• Personal Training Programming for the Beginner
• Physical Therapist vs. Personal Trainer: What’s the Difference?
• Personal Training Workouts for Beginner Clients
• The Ultimate Guide to Creating a Personal Trainer Meal Plan
• Personal Trainer for Seniors: Tailoring Senior Fitness
• What to Wear to a Personal Training Interview
• How to Become a Personal Trainer and Nutritionist
• The Top 21 Benefits of Being a Personal Trainer
• How to Become an Online Personal Trainer

The Strength Log Podcast

• Episode 1: Great News! Everyone Was Wrong About Protein Timing
• Episode 2: Will Creatine Also Make You Smarter, Not Only Stronger?
• Episode 3: Do You Even Lift?
• Episode 4: Shut Up and Squat! But Should You Front or Back Squat?
• Episode 5: Reps vs Weight – Which Is Key to Becoming Stronger?
• Episode 6: For a Bigger Bench Press, Don’t Make These 10 Mistakes
• Episode 7: How often should you take your sets to fail?
• Episode 8: Are These Deadlift Mistakes Holding You Back?
• Episode 9: Machines or Free Weights, When Does Your Choice Matter?
• Episode 10: Answering Your Best Questions on Strength Training
• Episode 11: Become Great at Squats by Fixing These Mistakes
• Episode 12: Make Compound Exercises Your Bread and Butter
• Episode 13: The Quick Guide to Training for Muscle Growth
• Episode 14: Protein for Muscle Growth: All You Need to Know!
• Episode 15: Lift as Fast as Possible for Better Strength Gains
• Episode 16: We Answer Eleven Great Questions on Strength & Health
• Episode 17: 10 Tips to Increase Your Bench Press
• Episode 18: How Many Weekly Sets for Strength and Muscle Mass?
• Episode 19: Let’s Build Great Thighs!
• Episode 20: How to Lose Fat – The Basics
• Episode 21: How to Lose Fat – Your Best Questions
• Episode 22: How to Lose Fat – Crash Diets
• Episode 23: The Best Supplements for Your Fitness Goals
• Episode 24: The Most Overhyped Fitness Supplements
• Episode 25: Is Your Physique Balanced Enough? Listener Questions!
• Episode 26: How to Build Big Biceps
• Episode 27: How to Train for Thicc Triceps
• Episode 28: Mailbag: Your Best Questions on Arm Training
• Episode 29: How Often Should You Change Exercises?
• Episode 30: Build Muscle While Losing Fat!
• Episode 31: How Long Can You Be in a Caloric Deficit? Mailbag!
• Episode 32: Is More Training Always Better?
• Episode 33: Get Big to Get Strong
• Episode 34: Squats vs Hip Thrusts for Booty Gains and Performance
• Episode 35: How to Choose the Right Training Program
• Episode 36: The Overhead Press – Best Practices for Success
• Episode 37: How Do You Bench Press 200 kg? New Mailbag!
• Episode 38: How to Set Goals (and Reach Them)
• Episode 39: Ten Things Every Beginner Should Know
• Episode 40: Common Beginner Questions About Strength Training
• Episode 41: Are Unilateral Exercises Superior to Bilateral?
• Episode 42: How Many Calories Do You Burn Lifting Weights?
• Episode 43: Weight Loss from Exercise: A Myth?
• Episode 44: Your Training Journey from Beginner to Advanced
• Episode 45: Best Ways to Save Time in the Gym
• Episode 46: Do You Benefit from Carbs during Workouts?
• Episode 47: How to Deal with Plateaus in Your Training – New Mailbag
• Episode 48: Cardio or Strength Training for Fat Loss and Health?
• Episode 49: Will Late-Night Carbs Make You Fat?
• Episode 50: Does Slow Lifting Boost Muscle Growth?
• Episode 51: Why Cycle between Bulking and Cutting?
• Episode 52: You Should Do More Than One Type of Bicep Curl
• Episode 53: Signs You Might Be Ego Lifting – New Mailbag!
• Episode 54: Results from Maxing out in the Bench Press Every Day
• Episode 55: How Many Sets per Muscle Group and Workout?
• Episode 56: Building Muscle After 40
• Episode 57: The Impact of Cardio Fitness on Strength Gains
• Episode 58: This Is Your Brain on Strength Training
• Episode 59: Why Long-Distance Runners Should Strength Train
• Episode 60: Will Training Fasted Hurt Your Gains?
• Episode 61: The 7 Principles of Highly Effective Strength Training
• Episode 62: The Big 6 – Bench Press: Master the Most Popular Lift
• Episode 63: The Big 6 – Squat: King of All Exercises?
• Episode 64: The Big 6 – Deadlift: Raw Strength, Real Results
• Episode 65: The Big 6 – Overhead Press: Build True Upper Body Power
• Episode 66: The Big 6 – Row to Grow: Build an Unbreakable Back
• Episode 67: The Big 6 – Pull-Up: From First Rep to Upper Body Mastery
• Episode 68: How Little Can You Train and Maintain Your Mass? Q&A Part 1
• Episode 69: Is Muscle Soreness an Indicator of a Good Workout? Q&A Part 2
• Episode 70: Will Collagen Keep Your Joints Healthy and Your Skin Young?
• Episode 71: Best Ways to Form Healthy Habits
• Episode 72: How to Improve Your Sleep for Better Performance
• Episode 73: Will Pre-Exhausting Your Muscles Increase Growth?
• Episode 74: Try Alternating Sets for Faster Gains and Shorter Workouts
• Episode 75: How Much Do Your Biceps Grow from Rows?
• Episode 76: 8 vs 16 Sets per Week for Muscle and Strength
• Episode 77: Will Fat Loss or TRT Boost Your Testosterone More?
• Episode 78: This Is Why You Don’t Need to Stress about Protein Timing
• Episode 79: How Do You Reduce Muscle Soreness? New Q&A!
• Episode 80: Ultra-Processed vs Unprocessed Foods – Looking past the Macros
• Episode 81: How to Train the Bench Press for Big, Explosive Pecs
• Episode 82: To Keep Getting Stronger You Probably Need to Train More
• Episode 83: Rest Time Might Be Overrated if Volume Is Matched
• Episode 84: Anabolic Steroids Weaken Your Tendons
• Episode 85: Groundhog Gains, a New Premium Training Program
• Episode 86: What Deep Squats Do for Your Knee Health
• Episode 87: Plateau Busting
• Episode 88: Minimalist Strength Training While Cutting
• Episode 89: Our Cardio Experience, One Year In
• Episode 90: 2025 in Review
• Episode 91: Fat Loss or Muscle Gain – Which Should You Focus on First?
• Episode 92: Maximal Muscle Mass in Minimum Minutes
• Episode 93: Is a Full Range of Motion Always Best?
• Episode 94: Should You Load up on Carbs before the Gym?
• Episode 95: The Key to Losing as Much Fat as Possible
• Episode 96: Building Muscle after 60 – the Elixir of Youth
• Episode 97: Combining Cardio and Strength Training
• Episode 98: Warming Up for Better Performance
• Episode 99: The Minimum Effective Dose for Strength Training
• Episode 100: Let’s Party Like It’s Episode 100
• Episode 101: How Important is Progressive Overload for Muscle Growth?
• Episode 102: Does Intermittent Fasting Boost Fat Loss?
• Episode 103: The Problem with Exercise for Weight Loss
• Episode 104: Debunking 10 Popular Bodybuilding Myths
• Episode 105: Mailbag! How to Handle Injuries, Bulking, and More
• Episode 106: Mailbag! The Ultimate Back Workout, and More
• Episode 107: Strength Training Before and After Menopause
• Episode 108: How to Lose Fat without Losing Muscle (Step-by-Step)
• Episode 109: How to Get Big Arms

Interviews

• Long Term Training Considerations for Powerlifters – with Alexander Eriksson
• Building Muscle and Losing Fat as a Busy Parent – with Rob James
• 3 Tips on Strength Training for Golf with Mike Carroll

Q&A

• What Happens if You Forget to Take Creatine for Some Days?
• You Don’t Need a Meal Plan to Build Muscle – Here’s What You Need Instead
• Smith Machine vs. Free Barbell Squats?
• Protein Needs Based on Fat-Free Mass?
• Training for Rep Strength vs. Max Strength?
• Getting Stronger While Cutting?
• Building Muscle in a Caloric Balance vs. Bulking
• Should You Stretch after Strength Training?
• How to Fix Muscle and Strength Imbalances
• What is RPE and RIR in Strength Training?

Glossary

• Glossary

Columns

• Life Is Too Tasty: Confessions of a Fat Lifter

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