It just seems plain weird to ask, “Why Do Bodybuilders Eat Cheesecake?” You would think that physique competitors would have to be extremely strict with their diet and nutrition. Now, while this in the main is true, there are actually plenty of occasions that bodybuilders can chow down on cheesecake. And many, many other sweet … Read more
Who else wants to know, “Why Do Bodybuilders Chew Gum?” You’ve probably seen many YouTube videos with bodybuilders chewing gum while they train. Arnie’s done it, and so has Ronnie Coleman. So, why the fascination with chewing gum? Does it have any health benefits? Will it help you build muscle? This all seems highly unlikely. … Read more
The question on everyone’s mind, “Why Do Bodybuilders Drink Red Wine?” Bodybuilders have been known to consume red wine (and other alcoholic beverages) in order to “help” their physiques. Now, before you start chugging away on bottle after bottle in an attempt to get more muscular, it’s important to understand why. In fact, the main … Read more
Have you ever wondered, “Why Do Powerlifters Have Big Bellies?” Practically every powerlifter or strongman that you see typically has a big belly. Okay, there are some exceptions to the rule, but these seem to be few and far between. The most obvious reason for the bulging gut will be food intake, although there are … Read more
I often hear lifters ask, “Is a Box Squat Easier or Harder?” Your initial thoughts may be that the box squat must be easier because you have a box to support you. But, the reality is that nothing could be further from the truth. Your overall body position changes during the box squat, which means … Read more
Have you ever wondered, “Should You Bench Press With a Belt?” You’ll often see lifters wearing a belt to bench press, especially when it comes to pushing heavier weights. There are certain benefits to benching with a belt, which include core stabilization and somewhere to target your breathing. However, a belt can also hinder your … Read more
A commonly asked question, “How Far Apart Should Your Hands Be For Overhead Press?” The overhead press is definitely one of the most athletic compound movements. Plus, there are more technical aspects to the lift than you may first imagine. This is not as simple as just picking a barbell up and pressing it overhead. … Read more
I’ve heard many people ask, “Why Do I Feel Rows in My Traps?” Any row variation, barring the upright row, is typically performed to target the muscles of the upper back, especially the lats. So, if you’re feeling rows in your upper traps this points to a flaw in your form. I shall cover each … Read more
It’s a question that gets asked all the time, “Why Do I Feel Lat Pulldowns in My Forearms?” Firstly, your forearms and biceps will typically always fatigue before your upper back and lats. Therefore, as you perform higher reps or use heavier weights, you may well feel the movement in your forearms. However, if you … Read more
It seems just plain weird to ask, “Why Are My Hips Sore After Bench Press?” But, the struggle is real. I know it, and you know it. There are many times you come away from the bench area feeling your hips. This is typically down to flexibility and there are a few form issues that … Read more