Proper nutrition is not the only way to keep the body healthy. Regular exercise and strength training at least twice a week should be done if we want to keep our body in top condition. Weight training can be done with free weights and machines. While many people consider free weights as being for … [Read more...] about Advantages of Using Weight Training Machines

How many calories does it take to maintain a pound of muscle compared to a pound of fat? I have looked around for good facts on this but have had mixed results so far. Here is my take. Conventional wisdom says that if you take a pound of your fat and a pound of your muscle it takes a lot more … [Read more...] about Calories To Maintain Fat Or Muscle

How to build a V Taper - that V-shape taper from huge shoulders to a small waist - is the first thing that many bodybuilders want to know. It is often what sets bodybuilders apart from others in the gym and makes them stand out on the beach or even in the street. It is what makes a guy look like … [Read more...] about How to build a V Taper

As a lifter you always want to know how to build a stronger grip. Whether hanging from a tree branch over a yawning chasm, or simply shaking hands with an idiot who decides to squeeze your fingers as hard as he can, having a strong grip can be key. Certain exercises like the deadlift require you … [Read more...] about How to Build a Stronger Grip

There are plenty of beginner bodybuilding workouts available online but which is the best? The answer depends on your situation - not just your current state of body fitness, but what you want to achieve. Beginner Bodybuilding Workouts Most beginner bodybuilders are impatient to get started … [Read more...] about Beginner Bodybuilding Workouts: Setting SMART Goals For Muscle Gain