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Intro   There are two people in this world. There are people who train legs and those who don’t. You cannot discount the legs and say that they don’t matter, when we spend most of our day on them. The legs are what get us from place to place, except for when we...

Intro Everyone wants a bigger chest, but do they know how to make that actually happen? In this E-Book I’ll be explaining some background on the chest, but also the techniques and exercises that can help you take it to the next level. If you feel as if your shirts...

This is a question that I get asked a lot. I mean, it makes sense because we’re told that we need to be consuming more of it. Especially, if you’re looking to gain muscle mass and lose weight. People worry that it can harm your body in ways such as kidney and liver...

What is hydration Interestingly enough, the entire body needs water. Every cell, tissue, and organ within your body requires water in some form or fashion. Humans are about 60-70% water, and without it, you run into some trouble. This is where hydration comes into...

Intro You may have walked in the gym, only to see the guy or girl who has the massive gym bag. In that bag they have all sorts of goodies. They pull out belts, wraps, straps, and knee sleeves. You’re probably wondering what all of that does and how could it help you?...

Intro It’s common for me to be asked about alcohol and training. Typically, people are looking for me to say that you can do both. In reality, that’s not the total truth. The situation depends on the context around what you’re doing. Obviously, it’s known that alcohol...

Getting in shape sounds simple. However, so many people find it to be much more difficult than they thought. It isn’t that they couldn’t do it or weren’t doing something right. More so it’s usually due to them not having enough checks and balances. These checks and...

In the world of supplements, protein is a big deal. Protein supplements come in a variety of forms, but you most commonly see them in powders or edible bars. Powders are pretty straight forward, but sometimes people feel a little overwhelmed with the bars. There tends...

You hear a little bit of both. One side says that the squat and deadlift are bad for you, and then there’s another that says they are necessary and safe. So, what’s fact and what’s fiction? It really depends on the situation and that person’s background, as well as...

As you know, humans need to sleep. Sleep is our way of recovering from any type of damage the body has taken, integrating things we learned, getting rid of old tissue, and even digestion to an extent. Needless to say, it plays a very big role in our lives. That also...

If you’ve ever looked into working out, or you are currently working out, you have probably been asked or curious about your “split”. This isn’t anything fancy, it’s just how you split up your workouts. Workouts can be centered around the whole body, multiple body...

Ever found yourself stuck when it comes to your progress in the gym? You aren’t alone. This happens to numerous people whenever they are looking to make improvements. It’s really just a product of the body adapting to change. You see, you make progress, whether weight...

You may think that fiber is only for an older population, yet this couldn’t be farther from the truth. Fiber is actually a very necessary nutrient for the proper functioning of your digestive system. Fiber isn’t part of what we classify as a source of calories,...

This is something that people have debated about for years. Everyone wants to optimize their returns when it comes to working out, therefore, everyone is always looking for that upper hand. One of those areas tends to be the timing of your workout. Is it better in the...

Most often we use exercise as a way to improve how we look. Sure, exercise is a great way for you to lose body fat, get stronger, and build muscle but what else is it good for? This is where the mental side of things gets some light. Exercise is actually insanely good...

This may be a fitness buzzword for you. An increase in testosterone has been well sought after for many individuals, whether it’s for health, fitness, or quality of life. Some individuals even go as far as getting testosterone replacement therapy.   Where there...

Growth sounds simple. You work out, you grow. However, there is a little more that goes into it. The body is a resilient thing, and it will also do whatever it can to remain at homeostasis. This is just a term for your body’s baseline. The body wants to be...

When looking to lose weight or body fat, one method is to use cardio. Cardio just refers to any type of cardiovascular training. It can be running, walking, biking, jogging, hiking, you name it. They all tax the cardiovascular system. This is great for the heart, but...

1upnutrition.com discount code LBD20   Supplements obviously play a huge role in people’s health. They have become almost a staple in people’s diets and routines. It isn’t uncommon for someone to open up the cabinet and there be multiple powders, pills, and...

With the current state of affairs there are numerous people who are having to switch to at home workouts. This is great for some, yet others aren’t as lucky. The reason being is that there is a lack of equipment. Not everyone has dumbbells or barbells that they can...

The world of training and coaching is growing. There are now more ways to have a trainer or get access to one than ever. The old way was to show up at a gym, ask for a trainer and they would just put you through a workout. Now, you can sign up for an online coach who...

One thing that we should constantly be pursuing is a stronger immune system. The point of it, is obviously to stay healthy and not be sick. No one likes to be sick, and really, it’s what leads to our survival. Instead of explaining why the immune system is important,...

Pre-workout is a very popular supplement. It’s made its way into pretty much every gym bag there is. Why is this so? The human experience can be exhausting. So, there are times when we need a little pick me up to make it through a tough workout. Sometimes, we know the...

It is known that working out causes damage to the body in the form of little micro-tears. Once the damage is done, the body works tirelessly to heal itself and come back stronger. This is how muscle is built. However, this recovery process needs to be taken seriously....

Keto is of sorts a buzzword right now. Everyone is curious about trying it or raving about some insane results they’ve gotten. It’s the new trend. However, it’s just a way of eating. Almost all “diets” work, but what really matters is if you can stick with it over...