The question, “Why do bodybuilders consume cheesecake?” seems quite peculiar, doesn’t it? 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
Everyone seems to be asking, “Why do bodybuilders consume 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
You might initially think that the box squat must be simpler, given that you have a box for support. But, the reality is that nothing could be further from the truth. Your overall body position changes during the box squat, which means that you’ll recruit certain muscles to a greater degree than the regular squat. … Read more
Have you ever pondered whether you should use a belt while doing bench press? 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 … Read more
The armpit pain you’re feeling after pull ups is actually your teres major muscle. It connects the shoulder blade to the upper arm, and therefore is located around the armpit area. The teres major also happens to work in conjunction with the lats. So, if you’re training your lats, e.g. during pull ups, then you … Read more
The main reason for foot cramps during Bulgarian Split Squats is because you are using the back foot to push yourself up. There are a variety of reasons this can occur, including not using proper form, the bench being too high, the weights being too heavy, or inadequate warm up and mobility drills. It’s Squat … Read more
I’m assuming that when you consider areas that may ache after doing bench press, the hips are unlikely to top your list. However, hip discomfort is something that many regular benchers will know only to well. Here’s why this occurs and how to fix it. The main reason your hips feel sore after bench press … Read more
I presume that among all the body parts where bench press could potentially cause discomfort, your thumbs wouldn’t be the first ones you’d think of. But, I’ve definitely suffered the curse of “benching thumb” and I’m sure you have too. The main reason your thumb hurts when you bench press is because you don’t have … Read more
Speaking about sensing bicep curls in your chest doesn’t seem to be correct. But, if you know, you know! Following a bicep workout you may notice that you feel as though your pecs have been activated. Then again, I know of some people who have even complained of DOMS in the chest. This is usually … Read more
Have you ever pondered on why doing squats triggers excessive sweating? You could be new to the gym. Then again, you could be a well-conditioned athlete. You probably find that when you perform certain exercises you produce a light film of sweat. However, whenever you hit the squat rack you are literally drenched in sweat. … Read more