Should You Sweat When Lifting Weights? (Revealed!)

Should You Sweat When Lifting Weights

Is it normal for us to perspire while undergoing weight lifting, just as we do in cardio workouts? You’ve probably performed many muscle-building workouts in the gym, but by the time you’re finished your t-shirt is still bone dry. Does this indicate that you’ve had a poor workout? Should you carry on working out until … Read more

Does 5/3/1 Have Enough Frequency? (Explained!)

Does 5/3/1 Have Enough Frequency

It’s a known fact that most individuals, upon their initial viewing of the 5/3/1 workout regime, perceive it as lacking in frequency. I mean, obviously you don’t want to offend a legend like Jim Wendler, but it just doesn’t seem like enough to elicit strength gains or muscle growth. So, should you be adding more … Read more

Bent Over Rows – 12 Lat-Expanding Questions (Answered)

Bent Over Rows

Bent over rows belong to the major, intense, barbell, compound exercises. However, for some reason exercises like squats, deadlifts, and bench press get all the glory. With that being said, if you really want to fill out your t-shirt or look impressive on the beach then you need to be training your back. And of … Read more

Feel Barbell Rows in Your Traps? Fix Your Form For a Strong Back!

A Muscular Man Performing Barbell Rows

You should feel rows in the middle and lower traps. The middle traps work when you retract the shoulder blades, whereas the lower traps are used when you depress the shoulder blades. That being said, you are more likely to feel rows in the upper traps (which you don’t want) if your stance is too … Read more

Mountain Climbers Exercise – 18 Answers to Totally Transform Your Physique

Mountain Climbers Exercise

Regardless of whether you like them or not, we can all concur that mountain climbers make for an exceptional workout. However, in order to get the best out of mountain climbers there are certain “rules” that you should stick to. Not only will this help you to transform your physique, but you can also avoid … Read more

Can You Do Bulgarian Split Squats With One Dumbbell? (Examples Included)

Can You Do Bulgarian Split Squats With One Dumbbell

Indeed, it’s possible to execute Bulgarian split squats with only one dumbbell, and there are several variations available for you to explore. Initial option is the goblet Bulgarian split squat, in which you hold a single dumbbell in front of your chest. A popular one-dumbbell variation is holding the dumbbell on the same side as … Read more

Why Do My Knees Hurt When I Do Hip Thrusts? (Solved!)

Why Do My Knees Hurt When I Do Hip Thrusts

It’s common knowledge that performing hip thrusts is critical for developing excellent glutes. In fact, there are few exercises that will target your glutes as well. However, quite often you may feel the movement elsewhere other than the target muscles. And it just so happens that the knees can take a beating during hip thrusts. … Read more

How Many Calories Should I Eat Doing 5×5? (Solved!)

How Many Calories Should I Eat Doing 5x5

The 5×5 workout regimen is well-structured and user-friendly, however, you must be curious to know the required number of calories you should consume. In fact, you’ve probably searched for information about nutrition while performing 5×5, but still aren’t 100% sure what you should be doing. So, I’d like to discuss the optimal number of calories, … Read more

What Percent of Your Max Should You Use For 5×5? (Solved!)

What Percent of Your Max Should You Use For 5x5

The 5×5 workout regimen has traditionally been recognized as one of the top exercise plans for enhancing strength. It is typically performed with the main powerlifting moves, i.e. bench press, squat, and deadlift, although you can use just about any compound exercise. Plus, the original Stronglifts 5×5 program also includes the overhead press and bent-over … Read more

Bench Press Lock Out Guide: When to Lock Out, When to Leave Some Slack

A Man Performing the Bench Press in a Gym

Bodybuilders who train for hypertrophy typically don’t lock out on bench press. This allows them to keep constant tension on the pecs. However, powerlifters who train for strength generally do lock out. This allows for full range of motion, plus the additional stress placed on the bones can actually lead to new bone growth. So, … Read more