Fitness myths are widespread. Some have been around for many decades, while others have sprung up recently through social media. Some myths may seem harmless, while others can lead to dangerous consequences, hindering progress, causing injuries, and negatively impacting health and the enjoyment of exercise. It’s time to replace the following 21 fitness myths with … Read more
Getting older brings many upsides and opportunities, but it also means an expanding waistline for many people. And once the spare tire is there, it can be challenging to get rid of. It’s called stubborn belly fat for a reason. While having too much belly fat can be unsightly, the bigger problem is that it … Read more
Do you want to learn how to cut successfully? Do you want to lose fat and keep your muscle? Sure you do. That is one of the main goals of most people sweating next to you in the gym. If you want to show off the physique you have built in the gym, you need … Read more
Lifting weights is great for building muscle, increasing your strength, and improving your overall health. But how many calories does lifting weights burn? In this article, I’ll answer that question by first showing you a simple formula (and a calculator!) for calculating how many calories you burn lifting weights. Then, we delve into the details … Read more
Intermittent fasting is a popular pattern of eating. Millions of people use it to lose weight, improve their overall health, simplify everyday life, and even live longer. What is intermittent fasting? Does it work, is it safe, and how do you do it? And can you build muscle while doing it? If you’re looking for … Read more
Are you looking to lose weight the easy way without fad diets or excessive exercise? In this article, I’ll guide you through a six-week workout plan to kick-start your weight loss journey. No prerequisite knowledge is required: you’ll get easy step-by-step instructions on how to lose fat while maintaining or gaining muscle. Exercise is only … Read more
As a bodybuilder, you can’t subscribe to the permabulk diet if you want to see the fruits of your labor in the gym. Chances are you’re going on a cutting diet sooner or later. Whether you’re dieting for natural bodybuilding contest preparation or want to look your best shirtless, knowing how to track and adjust … Read more
Back in the late 1980s and early 1990s, when I was new to lifting and the bodybuilding scene, we didn’t think of sleep as a helpful tool for getting in shape. Why would you lie in bed snoring when you could be up and about, burning calories, and getting things done? I’m not sure how … Read more
Supplements for weight loss, do they work? That’s the topic of the day. In this article, I’m going to take a close look at a recent review of supplements marketed as weight loss products, fat-burners, and calorie-blockers. After reading it, you’ll know which ones are worth your hard-earned money, which might have an effect even … Read more
As you may or may not know, we have a huge guide to the popular supplement HMB here on the site. HMB is a metabolite of the essential amino acid leucine. Having both anti-catabolic and anabolic effects, it has been highly touted as a must-have supplement for athletes. However, most research, with the exception of … Read more