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Gym advice to my 16-year-old self
I joined a new gym recently: It's full of young people, and it reminds me of when I started out. They’re making all…
Read issue →Russian legend tip for bigger arms
Quick tip: I'm at the gym, training arms. It's a weakness of mine, so I prioritize them. But I have a secret weapon. A…
Read issue →A faster, easier workout experience for advanced lifters
Quick question: Would you use a faster, lightweight, more focused version of Dr. Muscle? We've been hearing that the…
Read issue →They're flexing in front of the mirror
I'm back at the gym: Watching as one guy has been critiquing two younger guys on their cable lateral raise…
Read issue →Unexpected protein discovery for muscle gain
New guideline: For years, scientists agreed about 1 gram of protein per pound of body weight was optimal for muscle…
Read issue →Changing exercises for faster gains
Got a question last week: "Carl I love the program. Made my best gains in the last year. But getting bored with the…
Read issue →Training every day for bigger gains
Quick story: Last year I decided to focus on growing my shoulders. I trained them 6 days a week for almost 3 months…
Read issue →Pro football player tip for efficient gains
Quick story: I'm back at the gym with a good friend, an ex-pro football player. "I'm almost 50," he says. "No time to…
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