Seems like a strange question, right? I mean, you’d expect to fell lat pulldowns in your lats, biceps, forearms, rear delts, and even your traps but definitely not the triceps. But as it turns out this is actually a “thing”. So, if you are feeling this famtastic upper back exercise in the back of your … Read more
Creatine is probably one of the most used supplements out there. We know that it typically helps the muscles to recover more quickly. And this of course can lead to improved strength and increased lean muscle mass. However, many of us tend to feel sick whenever we take creatine. So, what exactly is going on … Read more
Do you ever feel hamstrings curls in your calves? It must be one of the most annoying things about the hamstring curl machine. You seem to be activating, stimulating and working every muscle except the hamstrings. And most notably the calves seem to bear the brunt of your curls. So, what exactly is going on … Read more
You’ll typically always hear a vast array of do’s and don’t about creatine. But, one thing is for sure, you know you should definitely be drinking plenty of water. However, it’s difficult to know whether you’re drinking enough water, and what can potentially happen if you don’t. So, allow me to explain everything you need … Read more
There’s nothing more annoying than feeling your forearms when curling. Basically, your forearms are ready to give up, while your biceps haven’t been trained anywhere near full intensity yet. Here’s why this happens and how to fix it. The main reasons you feel bicep curls in your forearms is either because you’re gripping the weights … Read more
The main reason you take creatine is to increase muscle mass and strength, while improving your sports performance. However, you’ll also often hear of certain side effects when it comes to creatine supplementation. And possibly the last thing you want when you’re trying to sculpt the perfect physique is a fat face to top it … Read more
How often have you performed lat pulldowns and felt a burning sensation in your forearms? Then again, how often have you ended your set early because your forearms are fatigued, and yet you don’t even feel as though you’ve hit your lats? Funnily enough, I had the same issue, which I resolved by changing my … Read more
If you’re wondering whether punching your abs makes them stronger you’ve probably seen many boxers and fighters do this. In fact, it seems to be an integral part of their training. So, I’m sure you’re trying to figure out if punching your own abs will increase strength and muscularity in your midsection. Here’s what you … Read more
You’ve probably noticed that most whey protein manufacturers recommend taking 1-2 scoops per day. However, the vast majority of us typically take one scoop immediately after our workout. So, would taking two scoops at the same time increase your muscle-building potential? Or are you just asking for trouble by taking more than one scoop at … Read more
So, you’ve tried a number of training splits including push/pull/legs and the bro-split. However, you’ve finally settled on the upper/lower body split, as you find that this works best for you. That being said, you typically find that most programs call for performing upper/lower as a 4-day split, and perhaps occasionally a 5-day split. But, … Read more