Exercise Science

Shoulder Exercises

If Your Shoulders Hurt During Squats, Here's the Fix

Improve mobility and setup so your back squat feels stronger and more stable.

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Glute Exercises

Are Hip Thrusts Overrated? The Truth About This Glute-Building Staple

We break down where hip thrusts shine and where they fall short in your routine.

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Workout Tips

How Many Reps to Build Muscle? The Real Hypertrophy Rule Most Lifters Get Wrong

Forget magic numbers and “toning” myths—real change happens when you train to failure.

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Workout Tips

The Most Hated Leg Exercise—Done Right for Maximum Gains

While your stance may vary, the fundamentals for this brutal legday staple never change.

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Wellness

Why You Need to Work Out Now to Prevent Cognitive Decline Later

Dr. Tommy Wood explains the connection between staying fit and staying mentally sharp at any age.

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Workout Tips

Why Deadlifts Aren’t the Best Muscle Builder—And What Works Better

Heavy deadlifts build strength, but research shows smarter hinge variations may grow more muscle.

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Workout Tips

The RPE Scale Explained

This effort-first system helps lifters train hard, recover better, and keep progressing.

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Workout Tips

How to 'Grease the Groove' for Greater Gains

These frequent, low-fatigue practice sets will help your reps look cleaner—and maybe feel lighter.

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Workout Tips

5 Front Rack Mobility Exercises to Improve Front Squats

Go from painful to powerful with these wrist- and elbow-protecting drills.

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News

Sam Sulek’s Weight Cut Strategy for the 2026 Arnold Classic

Recently at 229 pounds, the young bodybuilder says he’s not worried about making weight.

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