So, you want to know how much time to bench 225lbs? More specifically, how long it’s going to take to get from benching 135lbs to 225lbs. To be honest, the answer will vary from person-to-person, based on various factors. So, there is definitely no “one-size-fits-all” to hit a 225lbs bench. However, in this article I’ll … Read more
So, you want to know, “How Rare is a 600lbs Deadlift?” I’m sure you know that progressive overload is the name of the game if you want to get bigger and stronger. Plus, there are few better exercises than the deadlift for all-round strength. However, if you’ve deadlifting for a while you’ll typically have a … Read more
Who else wants to know, “What Muscle Takes the Longest to Build?” I’ll openly admit that we all typically have different struggles in the gym. What I mean by this is that some people will see fantastic growth in certain muscle groups, whereas others will may find the same muscles extremely difficult to build. So, … Read more
Have you ever wondered, “How to Tell if You’re Squatting Low Enough?” As fantastic an exercise as barbell squats are, they are often one of the most butchered exercises in the gym. Basically, we all know that we should be squatting, but this doesn’t mean that we’re capable of doing so with great form. That … Read more
Who else wants to know, “Is 6-Day PPL Too Much?” Push/pull/legs is typically viewed as one of the best workout splits. It allows you to hit every single muscle group on a weekly basis, as well as providing some variety to your training. That being said, most of us start out training PPL 3 days … Read more
The battle is on, “What is Better PPL or Bro-Split?” You’ll typically find that as your training experience increases you tend to try a variety of different training splits. I guess most of us started out with full-body workouts, although it probably wasn’t long before you “upgraded” your workouts. And it just so happens that … Read more
Who else wants to know, “What Happens if You Lift Weights But Don’t Eat Enough Calories?” This is a question I see time-and-time again, so it must be something that goes through many people’s minds. If you’re not taking in enough calories, can you still build muscle? Or is all that great training being completely … Read more
Have you ever considered doing deadlifts with low weight for high reps? I’m sure you’re used to the conventional way of deadlifting. You know what I mean by this. We all typically deadlift once a week and typically in the 1-5 rep range. This is what we know, plus it seems this is what everyone … Read more
Anyone else wondering, “Why Are My Hips Uneven When I Squat?” There’s nothing worse than aiming to hit a big squat set, but then noticing that your hips are decidedly lop-sided. You know for a fact that this shouldn’t be the case, and there is also the potential for injury. So, why exactly is this … Read more
Have you ever wondered why people use suicide grip on bench press? You’ve probably noticed this yourself on a regular basis whenever you’re at the gym. Some people bench with their thumbs completely wrapped around the bar, whereas others use a thumbless (suicide) grip. You may even have heard stories of the great Arnold Schwarzenegger … Read more