Alpha Progression podcast: How to train, stay lean and increase self-control In this Alpha Progression podcast, I talk about: Mental tips for staying lean Why diet breaks... Read More »
4 Things we can learn from Finnish bodybuilders A new study has just looked at Finnish national-level physique competitors and followed them for 23... Read More »
Hip thrust and back squat training elicit similar gluteus muscle hypertrophy and transfer similarly to the deadlift [NEW STUDY] In our new study, we compared how effective squats and hip thrusts are to stimulate lower body growth and strength development. This is the first time this has been done, except for a very shady Brazilian study. Read More »
How close to failure should you train? How close to failure should you train? A recent meta analysis has shaken up the fitness... Read More »
Sports court-ordered to allow trans competitors. Fair? [Science] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H_J3cMQzyJE Chapters 00:00 Introduction 02:04 Testosterone limits 06:02 Prenatal testosterone exposure 07:02 Anatomical advantages 09:09 Mental... Read More »
Self-Licensing: How Good Behavior Leads To Bad Behavior The following is a guest article by John Fawkes. Am evidence-based trainer and long-time student of... Read More »
Can we feel muscle activation? The mind-muscle connection is a concept from bodybuilding circles that made it into exercise science. The... Read More »
Can excess protein make you fat? In this clip from my recent guest lecture for Dr. Paul Hough's university class, I go... Read More »
Are cold showers good for your health? Are cold showers good for your health? Let's look at the research. The most frequently cited... Read More »