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The Holiday Workout Express: Your Essential Video Guide! By: Dr. David Ryan How would you like to have triceps similar to Dexter Jackson or abs like Peter Putnam? Well here it is baby, now you can get a first hand look at the tips that the pros get... Exercises & video included. Check it out! 2648 Words - Date Added: Dec 07, 2007

#1 Exercises Guide - Over 300 Exercises!
By: Other Writer
Learn how to perform every exercise, what bodyparts they work, and more! Pictures and videos. 372 Words - Date Added: Jan 17, 2003

#1 Stretching Guide! Pictures And Video!
By: Other Writer
Learn how to perform every stretch, what bodyparts they work, and more! Pictures and videos. 336 Words - Date Added: May 17, 2006

30 Second Pullup, Squats, And Other Training Tips!
By: Lance Sganzini
If you can't do a pull-up then you are leaving out one of the best back building exercises... 543 Words - Date Added: Dec 13, 2001

8 Simple Exercises To Keep Your Summer Workouts Fun!
By: Shannon Clark
During the warmer months, you may find your motivation levels to continue on with your workouts inside the gym waning. Here is a simple, effective workout you can perform outside with your own bodyweight and a set of dumbbells. 1059 Words - Date Added: Jul 14, 2009

A Call For Swiss Ball Sanity!
By: ISSA
Go into just about any gym in the United States, and you will more than likely see them; big, beachball-looking objects, usually scattered around the area set aside for stretching and abdominal training. 1250 Words - Date Added: Jun 13, 2003

A Five Part Series Of Developing The Physique Of Your Dreams!
By: AnimalPak
We now begin Volume 2 - the essentials of building an Olympian back. Your back is the foundation from which all your power and strength grows. Get all you need right here for that massive back. 1323 Words - Date Added: Dec 01, 2005

AMP #20 - Exercise Physiology, Pt. 1.
By: Daniel Gastelu
Welcome to the Awesome Musclesâ„¢ Podcast Series, where you learn about the best training and nutrition scientific breakthroughs, and approaches, directly from your favorite fitness expert, Daniel Gastelu. 523 Words - Date Added: Jun 13, 2006

AMP #21 - Exercise Physiology, Pt. 2.
By: Daniel Gastelu
Welcome to the Awesome Muscles™ Podcast Series, where you learn about the best training and nutrition scientific breakthroughs, and approaches, directly from your favorite fitness expert, Daniel Gastelu. In this episode, Dan talks about exercise physiology, boxing, fat-releasing hormones, and more! 505 Words - Date Added: Jun 19, 2006

AMP #22 - Exercise Physiology, Pt. 3.
By: Daniel Gastelu
Welcome to the Awesome Muscles Podcast Series, where you learn about the best training and nutrition scientific breakthroughs, and approaches, directly from your favorite fitness expert, Daniel Gastelu. THIS WEEK'S TOPIC: Exercise Physiology and Genetics. 501 Words - Date Added: Jul 07, 2006

AMPk: Master Metabolic Regulator.
By: CORE Training
The molecule I want to talk about is called AMP-activated protein kinase or AMPk for short, a compound that is turning out to be one of the major metabolic regulators in the liver, skeletal muscle, fatty acids, and the brain. 2570 Words - Date Added: May 31, 2005

Anatomy And Bodypart Main Page
By: Bodybuilding.com
Learn about the different muscles of the body and what exercises work them. 141 Words - Date Added: Jan 05, 2001

Anatomy Of Forearm Training
By: Glen Danbury
The most common mistake within forearm training is thinking that the musculature of the forearms is only responsible for wrist flexion (curling) and extension. 1853 Words - Date Added: Nov 07, 2002

Are You Made Of White Or Dark Meat?
By: Wayne Mercer
Most of you have heard the terms type one and type two muscle fibers, also known as fast twitch and slow twitch, but do you really know what those two terms are referring to? Which type dominates your physique? 1082 Words - Date Added: May 12, 2001

Arnold Says...
By: Derek Charlebois
You have to learn to let your back do the work. It is easy for your biceps or delts to takeover, or to use momentum to heave weight. 1144 Words - Date Added: Mar 07, 2002

ATP: What Is It & Why Is It Important?
By: David Galanis
For your muscles -- in fact, for every cell in your body -- the source of energy that keeps everything going is called ATP. Adenosine triphosphate (ATP) is the biochemical way to store and use energy. 906 Words - Date Added: Apr 12, 2004

Avoiding Five Common Mistakes At The Gym!
By: Myron Mielke
I've seen many people performing ineffective exercises with sloppy form when executing movements... Hopefully you can avoid some of these common mistakes if you're made aware of them. Learn more... 1922 Words - Date Added: Jan 24, 2006

Awesome Muscles Interview Series: Bill Grant on Abs!
By: Daniel Gastelu
In this seminar, Dan Gastelu chats with pro bodybuilder Bill Grant about abs, fat-burning, and pro workout secrets. (Shhh, they're secrets!) Listen in now! 806 Words - Date Added: Jun 01, 2006

Back Inscription Training: Building Your Own Roadmap.
By: Ivan Blazquez
In this discussion, the back will be classified into 2 categories, V-Taper training and Detail/Definition training with the intended purpose of adding width and thickness. Learn more from the following pictures, exercises and more... 2354 Words - Date Added: Jul 13, 2007

Becoming A Fast Twitch Machine.
By: Kelly Baggett
Having warned you ahead of time that muscle typing is often overrated and less important then other factors, I still believe it is of significance. For more information about changing to a fast twitch muscle machine read on below. 1362 Words - Date Added: Jun 16, 2005

Bioenergetics And Energy Release!
By: Derek Beast Charlebois
In order to perform work, we need energy. The energy we use to perform actions, such as a sprint, etc. is acquired from the transfer of chemical energy. Learn more below about how energy in the body is processed and created. 1690 Words - Date Added: May 16, 2005

Bodybuilder Or Weightlifter (You Can't Be Both) - Part I.
By: Ron Kosloff
A bodybuilder sculpts to have every muscle stand out and a weightlifter endeavors to have a large ego as well as large muscles. Which category do you want to fit into? Also: Are you doing the Bench Press wrong? 2972 Words - Date Added: Apr 19, 2006

Bodybuilding & The Endocrine System!
By: David Robson
The remainder of this article will explain exactly how the endocrine system functions, and how exercise can positively effect this functioning. Key hormones, and respective endocrine glands, that are both affected by exercise and responsible... 2260 Words - Date Added: Jul 21, 2004

Bring Your Mass Alive With Deads!
By: AnimalPak
It is a proven fact that if you want quality muscle, heavy deadlifting is one of the best overall muscle-building exercises. I've been a world-ranked powerlifter and competitive bodybuilder for nearly 25 years and a good part of my success is due to the various styles of deadlifting I've used over the years. 970 Words - Date Added: Sep 17, 2003

Burpee Conditioning - No More Nonsense!
By: Ross Enamait
Ross Enamait explains how to execute burpees properly and also tells us how underrated the form of exercise is. He also gives various versions of this great exercise... 1281 Words - Date Added: Oct 04, 2004

Butterfly Effect: The Basics Of The Thyroid - Part 1.
By: Mark Subsinsky
The thyroid is the butterfly shaped gland that impacts metabolism in adults. I will discuss the basics of the thyroid here in part 1, which will cover what it is, what it does, and what problems sometimes occur. 2109 Words - Date Added: May 02, 2005

Callum's First Annual Exercise Selection!
By: Greg Simpson
Good evening and welcome to the first ever Callum Mahoney Exercise Selection Awards. These awards are given to, what I feel is, the number one exercise for each body part. The exercise that if you were on a desert island you would want to take. 1723 Words - Date Added: Sep 20, 2001

Choosing The Proper Exercises To Make Faster Progress.
By: Gregg Gillies
A lot of bicep training articles will tell you to base the program around a basic exercise and then say to do barbell curls with a straight bar or EZ curl bar. Learn why there is a big decision when deciding which exercises will affect your biceps to the fullest. 920 Words - Date Added: Jul 01, 2003

Christopher Mohr Podcast Interview: Exercise Physiology And His Books.
By: Daniel Gastelu
Podcast Interview: In this episode, Dan Gastelu interviews guest Christopher R. Mohr, Ph.D., noted Bodybuilding.com writer, and author of two recent books, Human Inferno and Weapons For Mass Construction. Learn more about his books here! 547 Words - Date Added: Oct 12, 2006

Common Exercise Problems... And How To Fix Them!
By: Dr. Squat
Millions of people workout every single day, but not everyone is doing their exercises correctly with proper form. Check out some of the common exercises and what people are doing wrong on them and how to change it to make sure you have perfect form on your exercises. 4391 Words - Date Added: Jul 21, 2003

Complete Arm-Training Guide - Anatomy And Physiology Of The Elbow Flexors (Part Three)
By: Francesco Casillo
This article is addressed to those people who want to train the arm muscles with the appropriate kinesiology and biomechanic backed knowledge. Learn exactly how the arm works and more right here! 1014 Words - Date Added: Feb 19, 2008

Complete Arm-Training Guide - Anatomy And Physiology Of The Joints (Part Two)
By: Francesco Casillo
This article is addressed to those people who want to train the arm muscles with the appropriate kinesiology and biomechanic backed knowledge. Learn exactly how the arm works and more right here! 1403 Words - Date Added: Feb 12, 2008

Complete Compilation of Weightlifting Exercises
By: Mike Murphy
Are you looking for a complete compilation of weightlifting exercises? Well look no further. 206 Words - Date Added: Nov 14, 2002

Compound Exercises Versus Specialization!
By: Cyberpump
By rough estimate more power is being generated in a standing press of 450 pounds than in a bench press of 600 pounds; which is not surprising. Learn more about compound exercises from the legendary Arthur Jones! 1641 Words - Date Added: Mar 29, 2005

Critical Shoulders And 10 Unknown Exercises
By: Curtis Schultz
What do you and weight training have in common? Well, other than cold iron and yourself; how about constant irritating achy shoulders? Yes, achy shoulders. The shoulder joint is the main fulcrum in all upper body movements. So, if you want to accomplish your goals in the gym you cannot afford to have shoulder problems. Learn injury prevention and 10 unknown shoulder exercises... 2864 Words - Date Added: Aug 13, 2002

Cynthia's Weight Training Exercises And Tips!
By: Cynthia Oosting
After the holidays, many of us are looking for a positive change in our life! Making some resolutions traditionally marks the beginning of a New Year. 1522 Words - Date Added: Dec 21, 2001

Develop Your Rack Position For Cleans!
By: Chris Scarborough
The importance of the Power and Olympic squat, right here. Yes, wrist strength, lat strength, and flexibility are important, however... the hips and back are where the holding ability begins. Get the basics of these exercises right here. 584 Words - Date Added: Aug 22, 2005

Dirty Little Exercises That Will Yield Results
By: Ryan Ward
Bodybuilding is a very scientific sport. Each individual responds differently to different types of training and diet. When a bodybuilder realizes what works for him, that's when he is on the road to success. 1091 Words - Date Added: Jun 24, 2002

Distorted Perceptions Of Muscularity!
By: David Robson
This article will outline the publicized, problematic, aspects of bodybuilding, stemming from MDD obsessiveness. Ways to engage in a beneficial bodybuilding lifestyle without becoming obsessed and, in the process, diluting other areas of ones life will also be considered. 1482 Words - Date Added: Apr 29, 2004

Double Your Gains Using These 4 Simple Exercise Techniques!
By: Nick Nilsson
Get better results using the following 4 techniques: Small Ball Crunches, Back Blasting Deadlift Rows, Chain And Plate Side Delt Laterals, and Seated Hanging Leg Raises. 2726 Words - Date Added: Jun 03, 2003

Dynamic Effort - Speed Kills!
By: Chad Coy
What exactly is dynamic effort? Dynamic effort is the speed in which you can lift a non-maximal load in a short amount of time. Learn more about it... 2026 Words - Date Added: Nov 08, 2005

EMG Studies Show Best Exercises
By: Mark Raineri
If you're new to the weightlifting game, there are hundreds of different exercises. How are you supposed to know which ones are effective and which ones aren't? 858 Words - Date Added: Nov 11, 2002

Energy Restriction: The Effect It Has On The Female Muscular Function.
By: Shannon Clark
Today I am going to present a study as it relates to female endurance athletes and the effects of a calorie restricted diet. Can this be a good thing? 1193 Words - Date Added: Sep 13, 2005

Exercise & Rest Principle Formula
By: Paul Becker
Using the 1-legged squat as an example, begin by performing this exercise for as many ultra-strict repetitions as possible within a 10 second time frame. 417 Words - Date Added: Sep 01, 2002

Exercise Of The Week : One-Arm Dumbbell Rows!
By: Curtis Schultz
One-Arm Dumbbell Rows emphasize the whole lat, the upper back, and the trap muscles. To learn more about this exercise and its variations continue right here. 1266 Words - Date Added: Jul 21, 2005

Exercise Of The Week : Seated Cable Rows.
By: Curtis Schultz
Seated Cable Rows emphasize muscles around the back including the lats, the erector spinae, rear delts, biceps, and forearm flexors. Continue below if you would like to learn more about the seated cable row and its variations. 1038 Words - Date Added: May 31, 2005

Exercise Of The Week: Dips.
By: Charles Ridgely
In this new section on Bodybuilding.com called Exercise Of The Week, we will pick one exercise and break it down into every possible way... 1801 Words - Date Added: Oct 22, 2004

Exercise Of The Week: Dumbbell Flat Bench Presses.
By: Curtis Schultz
The main benefit of dumbbell presses, as opposed to barbell presses, is using dumbbells in this manner also allows for a greater stretch at the bottom and more efficient peak contraction at the top than a barbell press do. 1277 Words - Date Added: Jan 28, 2005

Exercise Of The Week: Pulldowns To The Front.
By: Curtis Schultz
Adapt the lat pulldown to the front in your own back training routine and watch your back get wider and wider. Never miss a back workout or any workout for that matter, and always remember, give me one more rep! 1216 Words - Date Added: Feb 08, 2005

Exercise Of The Week: Rows Using Barbells & Machines.
By: Charles Ridgely
A row is a pull-type, compound exercise which works primarily your middle back, but also works your Latissimus and muscles in your arms. This week we will explain the different types of rows and how they can help you! 2568 Words - Date Added: Feb 22, 2005

Exercises For A MASSive Back, Chest & Shoulders!
By: Chris Goulet
Not all exercises are created equal! Below is a list and explanation of resistance training exercises for back, chest & shoulders that work the large muscle groups as well as multiple muscle groups together, thus providing the stimulus necessary for the largest gains in size & strength in LESS TIME! 2219 Words - Date Added: Mar 11, 2004

Exercises You Probably Don't Do, But Should!
By: David Whitley
I want to challenge the way you think about your exercise selection. I have compiled a list of exercises that you may not have ever tried or even heard of. Over the next few installments of this series, I want to share some of my favorites... 1051 Words - Date Added: Jan 07, 2005

Exercises: Which are Best?
By: Daniel Martin
There are almost too many exercises to choose from. There is always a new machine or someone comes up with a new exercise. Here I rate how each type of exercise affects the nervous system... and give you real results! 1203 Words - Date Added: May 10, 2002

Expander Cable Training!
By: Dennis Weis
In concluding my notes on cable training, some of the most immediate advantages of training this way come to mind. Expander cables build tendon and ligament strength - flushes the muscle area - gives added muscle tone and gives sharpness to the muscle which cannot be obtained by weights alone. 1460 Words - Date Added: Nov 05, 2003

Fiber Type Training: What Type Of Muscle Fiber Are You?
By: Dr. David Ryan
If you know what type of muscle fiber you have then training programs can be better designed. Here I am going to talk a little about that. It should help clear up a lot of questions. 1149 Words - Date Added: Aug 19, 2005

Five Exercises You MUST Avoid If You Want To Stay Injury-Free!
By: Nick Nilsson
These exercises are commonly seen yet, if you do them, you stand a good chance of hurting yourself. Find out what they are and why they can injure you. 1134 Words - Date Added: Feb 06, 2004

Five Killer Tips To Take Your Military Press Through The Roof!
By: Mike Mahler
In this article, I am going to reveal five killer tips that will launch you on your way in no time to a powerful military press that will turn some heads at the gym. Take advantage of these tips and watch the improvement in your athletic hobbies. 1514 Words - Date Added: Jul 08, 2004

Form For Fitness: Are You Using Proper Form?
By: Jeremy Likness
What is the correct way to train, and how do you sort through so much information, some of it apparently conflicting? While it would be impossible to discuss all aspects of proper form for every possible exercise, this article will try to address some common elements of 'proper form.' 2558 Words - Date Added: Dec 09, 2003

Free-Hand Your Way To Fitness!
By: Randy Herring
Freehand exercises have a tonic effect on the muscles and internal organs. They tone up the circulatory system and are beneficial in safeguarding the general health of the body. Advanced freehand exercises shape and muscularize the body. 1403 Words - Date Added: Oct 15, 2002

Getting In Shape (GPP And SPP) - With Exercise Guides!
By: Josh Henkin
Seems as though everyone in the gym, on the track, in the spinning class are all trying to get in shape. Get in shape for what? What does this all too common saying actually mean? To be honest, being in shape means different things for different people. How can YOU get in shape? 620 Words - Date Added: Jun 17, 2002

Give Yourself A Healthy Heart.
By: Christopher Mohr
We all know that exercise is crucial for the heart, along with not smoking, or living on fast-food. Those are important but let's not forget about some of the nutrients that we must include for optimum health. Get more right here. 1316 Words - Date Added: Jul 28, 2005

Hanging Leg Raises: Get A Leg Up On Strength!
By: Simon Forsyth
This exercise is a hard one if you don't train it correctly, correct form goes without saying. I originally wrote this article because I was sick and tired of 'Gym Rats' doing thousand upon thousands of crunches, the infomercials of some weird machine that works your upper and lower ABS... 1062 Words - Date Added: Apr 09, 2004

How Do Fast-Twitch & Slow-Twitch Muscle Fibres Influence Athletic Performance?
By: David Robson
Athletic success depends to a degree on fast-twitch/slow-twitch muscle fibre composition. What does this have to do with athletes? Find out how it influences your athletic performance! 1152 Words - Date Added: Sep 09, 2004

How Much Ya Bench? Increase It NOW!
By: Charles Staley
As the title of this week's column indicates, the bench press has achieved almost cult status, reaching even into popular culture. Don't you want to have the biggest bench out of all your friends? Full guide with pics! 1409 Words - Date Added: Nov 11, 2002

Impress Your Friends: A Primer On Some Of The More Obscure Muscle Groups.
By: David Robson
In this article, I will endeavour to identify, and explain, the various functions of some of the lesser known, but equally important, muscles. Exercises to directly target these muscles will also be provided. Get ready to impress... 1322 Words - Date Added: Nov 30, 2004

Improving Chin-Up Performance!
By: Charles Poliquin
A chin-up specialization program will not only build impressive width and thickness to your back but will also pack solid inches on your arms by promoting growth on your biceps, brachialis, brachio-radialis and pronator teres. Learn how and why! 2148 Words - Date Added: Nov 11, 2003

Iron: The Romance and Commitment
By: Patsy Rabdau
Are you ready to continue your journey towards fitness? Then it's time to hit the weight room. You've been training cardiovascularly to burn fat, hopefully using target heart rate guidelines, now let's begin to build that lean muscle. Here are exercises, gym rules, and a good workout program! 1699 Words - Date Added: Feb 15, 2002

Just Tell Me What To Do To Get Results!
By: Christine Hardy
Execute an exercise properly with excellent form and you will get results. Put aside your ego and do it right. You will not be disappointed. Get some great tips right here! 1394 Words - Date Added: Mar 03, 2006

Katrina's Guide To Exercises!
By: Katrina Humphrey
Here are 25 of my favorite exercises with pictures and tips on how to perform them for max results! Learn the proper form! 331 Words - Date Added: Dec 20, 2002

Killer Chest Training - Tips And Routines!
By: Jim Brewster
Some guys added size to their chest without much trouble. I had a hard time in that area so a great deal of research had been required to fix it. Here are some great tips and routines to make a stubborn chest grow. 2224 Words - Date Added: Jul 03, 2006

LiftRite Video Guide: The Deadlift!
By: Jim Britain
Watch as Jim Britain guides Josh Griffith through the basics of performing the ever popular king of all exercises: THE DEADLIFT. Also learn proper lifting techniques, exercise variations, and infury prevention! Tune in now... 509 Words - Date Added: Dec 29, 2006

Listening to Your Body
By: Big Cat
Learn about breathing, time under tension, lifting in a natural arc, compound movements, isolation movements, increasing strength while decreasing risk of injury, strength-size relation, and much more! 4128 Words - Date Added: Dec 10, 2001

Make Your Muscles Grow: All About Cell Volumizing!
By: Virtual Muscle
Learn how to start forcing your muscles to grow by learning how they work! Learn the anatomy of your muscles, how they work and much more... 2024 Words - Date Added: Nov 10, 2003

Middle Back: Exercises, Anatomy And Tips!
By: Other Writer
Find out what exercises work best for your Middle Back! The smarter you are, the bigger you'll get! 826 Words - Date Added: Dec 01, 2006

Multi-Planar Bridging: What Is It & How Can It Help Me?
By: Intensity Magazine
Bridging, for some ungodly reason, is held to be the panacea of bodyweight exercise. Why on Earth I have no idea. Spinal flexibility benefits all athletes. Find out what multi-planer bridging is and how it can help you! 509 Words - Date Added: Aug 08, 2003

Muscle Fibers: How Do They Differ?
By: Shannon Clark
Our body is composed of many different groups of muscles and each person has a unique composition of muscle tissue in their body. Read on here to learn more about the 3 different muscle fibers and how they build differently depending on the type of sport. 1197 Words - Date Added: May 20, 2005

Muscle Physiology - Oh Those Crazy Muscles!
By: Robert DiMaggio
Muscle Physiology and the various lumps on a persons body. What are they you ask? Well let's take a look inside these lumps and see what they are made of. 756 Words - Date Added: Sep 19, 2005

Neck: Exercises, Anatomy And Tips!
By: Other Writer
Find out what exercises work best for your Neck! The smarter you are, the bigger you'll get! 684 Words - Date Added: Dec 01, 2006

New Year's Resolution: Mass Building - Neck & Forearms (Part Nine)
By: Richard Choueiri
Is your New Year's resolution aimed towards gaining overall mass, especially in the neck & forearms? Learn and use the most effective methods by utilizing the following neck & forearms anatomy descriptions, exercises, and workout plan! 1585 Words - Date Added: Feb 12, 2008

Old Gold: Old School Moves For Huge Gains!
By: Par Deus
By: Panzer. Power snatch and clean and jerk... Ideally, once you read this article, you'll have a solid understanding of what some of these lifts are and how they can help you reach your training goals. Now, let's have a look at some of the lifts. 2788 Words - Date Added: Nov 05, 2003

PerfNut Podcast: Jacob Wilson & Eddy Garcia Interview.
By: Performance Nutrition Show
Listen in as Dr. Antonio and IFBB Fitness Pro Carla Sanchez interview Jacob Wilson & Eddy Garcia. Jacob is a Kinesiologist & Exercise Physiologist, and Eddy is a trained dancer and personal trainer. Listen in to their advice on fitness and health! 372 Words - Date Added: Oct 16, 2006

PerfNut Podcast: Lee Zohlman & Frank Katch Interview.
By: Performance Nutrition Show
Dr. Antonio and IFBB Fitness Pro Carla Sanchez interview Lee Zohlman & Frank Katch! Lee is a multi-sport coach and fitness trainer, and Frank is considered one of the world's leading exercise physiologists and body composition experts! 342 Words - Date Added: Jun 11, 2006

Performance Nutrition Show Podcast - Main Page
By: Performance Nutrition Show
Listen in as Dr. Jose Antonio and IFBB competitor Carla Sanchez interview the hottest names in the fitness and sports industry. 676 Words - Date Added: Jun 19, 2006

Periodization For Bodybuilders Part 2
By: Keats Snideman
Are you interested in long term results and effectiveness in your training? Then you better have at least a basic understanding of 'periodization.' 2116 Words - Date Added: Oct 31, 2002

Posterior Chain Improvisation: Exercises That Replace The Glute Ham Raise And Reverse Hypers!
By: Robert Jay Floyd
'I don't have a glute ham raise or reverse hyper; what do I do?' Well I have some solutions to this problem for those newby powerlifters. Learn more right here. 1061 Words - Date Added: Jul 19, 2005

Power Moves!
By: Ron Harris
We all have our favorite exercises for each bodypart, and for many of us they tend to be the same ones. 3013 Words - Date Added: Aug 21, 2002

Rethinking The Endo Bias & Introducing A New Type: Mesendomorph.
By: Michael Kurilla
With identification of successful bodybuilders of various body types, an individual would be able to identify comparable bodybuilders of a similar body type and then select training routines that have worked for that group. Under the current Heath-Carter system, this is not possible. Learn why and what you should know! 3767 Words - Date Added: May 13, 2003

Romanian Deadlifts: Training The Other Half Of Your Leg!
By: ISSA
One of the most effective, most overlooked, and on the rare occasion it is performed, most poorly executed exercises for this purpose is the Romanian Deadlift (RDL). Learn how to perform it and why it is so effective! 1855 Words - Date Added: Aug 05, 2003

Secret Training Tip #998 - Lying Rolling Floor Laterals.
By: Nick Nilsson
The rear delts play an important role in physique development, strength and stabilization of the shoulder. See how you can use Lying Rolling Floor Laterals to get the work done without the damage. Check it out! 1881 Words - Date Added: Nov 07, 2005

Shoulder Shockers! The Best 3 Exercises.
By: Ron Harris
A set of broad shoulders isn't the only marker of a man's masculinity, but it is a powerful one. Here are the three best exercises for building your delts, along with some great shoulder workouts. 1454 Words - Date Added: Jul 30, 2002

Shoulder Training 101
By: Joey Rodrigues
A great workout for building cannon ball delts! With exercise pics and printable logs. 1533 Words - Date Added: Nov 02, 2002

Sit-Up Circuit: Can You Finish This Ab Workout?
By: Tiffany Pristelski
As I condition my body daily in the gym, I find myself speaking probably when I shouldn't. I find it frustrating that people do so many crunches and abdomen exercises inappropriately. Learn how to practice proper form with my sit-up ab circuit! 780 Words - Date Added: Oct 21, 2003

Sit-ups Or Crunches: Which Are Better?
By: Paul Becker
Traditional sit-ups emphasize sitting up rather than merely pulling your sternum down to meet your pelvis. 418 Words - Date Added: Aug 22, 2002

Skeletal Muscle Anatomy & Physiology.
By: Derek Beast Charlebois
Skeletal muscle is a complex organ. In order to optimize your workout routines, an understanding of skeletal muscle anatomy is essential. 1725 Words - Date Added: Mar 02, 2005

Slow & Fast Twitch Muscle Fibers.
By: Shane Giese
In this article you will learn that the higher the reps, the more slow twitch fibers you work and the lower the amount of reps, the more fast twitch fibers you work and much more... 1169 Words - Date Added: Aug 04, 2003

Stiff Leg Deads: Build Incredible Lower Back Thickness!
By: AnimalPak
For bodybuilding purposes, nothing is going to punish your hamstrings better than the stiff-leg deadlift. Get the details of my program right here. Let me know how it works for you. 1126 Words - Date Added: Aug 11, 2005

The 4 Exercises EVERY Athlete Should Be Doing?
By: SportSpecific.com
Get the inside scoop on how to strengthen the weakest link that is hurting your performance potential. See the 4 exercises you MUST include in your training program (along with photos and the exact number of sets and reps). 326 Words - Date Added: Dec 03, 2003

The 5 Most Critical Weight Training Exercises And How To Do Them.
By: Bill Belfert
I'm about to reveal to you the 5 most critical weight training exercises and how to do them right here! Included: two short-and-sweet 15-minute workouts for a better body! 4210 Words - Date Added: Dec 17, 2007

The Beginners Clubbell Workout!
By: John H. Myers
Learn how to get starting with clubbells with this all in one guide. Exercise pictures and videos included on how to properly perform the exercises. Check back soon for part two and three and the HUGE clubbell exercise database! 1811 Words - Date Added: Oct 17, 2003

The Best Exercises You Aren't Doing #1
By: Josh Henkin
It is not uncommon to see most people in the gym performing the same exercises day after day, week after week, year after year. This is one of the most common reasons people never see results and quit. Here are pictures and descriptions of the best exercises that you should be doing! 769 Words - Date Added: May 29, 2002

The Big 7 Muscle Groups
By: Matt Simonson
This article was written to show beginners which muscle groups they should work to give their upper body the most increase in size. I have made up a list of the seven most important muscle groups, ranging from greatest importance to least importance, when it comes to adding size to your upper body. 1099 Words - Date Added: Feb 21, 2001

The Dangers Of Dumbbell Flyes
By: Matt Danielsson
This might be a bit of a shock to many of you, but one of the most common exercises you see in the gym when it comes to chest-training - the dumbbell fly - is pure death to you! 768 Words - Date Added: Oct 11, 2002

The Holiday Workout Express: Your Essential Video Guide!
By: Dr. David Ryan
How would you like to have triceps similar to Dexter Jackson or abs like Peter Putnam? Well here it is baby, now you can get a first hand look at the tips that the pros get... Exercises & video included. Check it out! 2648 Words - Date Added: Dec 07, 2007

The Importance Of Exercise Performance!
By: Wade McNutt
Bad training techniques and poor exercise selection are the usual cuplrit if you start running into some kind of joint or muscle pain. This case is no different. See how a few simple suggestions can lesson the chances of injury and increase the pump. 2157 Words - Date Added: Aug 16, 2005

The Importance Of Regular Exercise: How The Body Adapts.
By: David Robson
This article is largely intended to inform those who want an understanding of the key principals of adaptation, and specific examples of how the body adapts. To learn what these are please continue reading. 2994 Words - Date Added: Jul 13, 2005

The Knee Squat & The Knee Jump.
By: Chris Scarborough
Many athletes have difficulty learning how to perform a squat properly. Although it is one of the most basic exercises, it is also a basic human movement. Learn how to improve your squat. 524 Words - Date Added: Mar 10, 2005

The Neuropsychology Of Muscle Building!
By: David Robson
The brain is involved in a myriad of functions including the synchronization and maintaining of the processes and behaviors associated with muscle building. Learn the neurophychology of muscle building and how it can help you! 1212 Words - Date Added: Apr 13, 2004

The Omnimorphic Training Guide (OTG)!
By: Zach G.
Welcome to the omnimorphic training guide. Here I'll be outlining exercises, routines, diet, little tips and tricks, and pretty much everything the omnimorph will need to achieve optimal success in the gym. We're starting out with mass building. This won't be some science manual like many other articles. 10984 Words - Date Added: Aug 27, 2003

The Perfect Curl
By: Paul Becker
The degree of arm size development that you possess seems to be a badge as to your worthiness as bodybuilder. 426 Words - Date Added: Sep 04, 2002

The Truth About Tendon Pain.
By: Dr. David Ryan
If you have had tendon pain for a period of time longer than two weeks, you should be very aware that it is not likely tendonitis. That's right. And if you would like to know more about tendonitis and tendonosis, then read on... 1593 Words - Date Added: Dec 05, 2005

Think Posture, Think Power.
By: SportSpecific.com
More power, decreased risk of injury and improved muscle recruitment. Sound good? Think about your posture. Good posture is essential to building a powerful, flexible core and can help you improve your game and enhance your day-to-day activities. 835 Words - Date Added: Dec 03, 2003

Top 5 Mass Building Exercises!
By: David Knowles
I can't tell you how many times people have asked me for the best exercises to do in the gym to get big. Well, before I go any further, listen up. I'm going to tell you five exercises that have great potential for helping you build muscle. 1470 Words - Date Added: Jul 04, 2002

Training & Anatomy Quiz.
By: Matt Danielsson
Do you think you're smart? Are you a so called bodybuilding guru? Take this 30 question quiz to find out if you should go back to reading Seventeen Magazine! 942 Words - Date Added: Jun 24, 2003

Training On The Go!
By: Jeremy Likness
I will discuss some simple and inexpensive equipment, how to design a program on the go, and various exercises that you can use to keep yourself in peak shape without needing a squat cage or a ton of machines. 3278 Words - Date Added: Oct 17, 2003

Training The Detail Muscles With Isolation Exercises, To Build A Complete Physique.
By: David Robson
The basic (compound) bodybuilding exercises are rightly regarded as foundational movements that build the most amount of mass in the shortest possible time. Find out what they are and how they can help you! 3378 Words - Date Added: May 24, 2006

Training To Maximize Your Muscle Fiber Types!
By: Nick Nilsson
Your muscles are made of 2 different types of fibers. Find out what they are, what your personal fiber make-up is and how to train for maximum results. 1240 Words - Date Added: Feb 02, 2004

Understanding Exercise Physiology!
By: Softball Performance
What are muscle fibers and what are their roles in your body, what are the different types of energy production and all about your cardiovascular and respiratory system... 870 Words - Date Added: Jun 04, 2004

Understanding Muscle Fiber Types.
By: Kelly Baggett
This article will deal mainly with how people think the muscle type makes no difference, how muscle type is over-rated and how it gets more credit then it deserves. 3263 Words - Date Added: Jan 09, 2005

Universal Nutrition Training Videos: Alex Fedorov's Leg Training - Lying Leg Curls.
By: AnimalPak
Welcome, as we introduce the fourth in a series of training videos with Alex Fedorov. This video will emphasize the Lying Leg Curls. Check it out right here on Bodybuilding.com! 230 Words - Date Added: Dec 13, 2006

Utilizing One-Arm Barbell Lifts!
By: Josh Henkin
The benefits of these lifts are impossible to duplicate and can serve a wide variety of functions in training. Find out how one-arm lifts can improve your strength, speed, and size! 827 Words - Date Added: Oct 04, 2003

Video & Audio: Exercise Videos Main Page.
By: Other Writer
Check out all of Bodybuilding.com's exercise videos here in one place. 1239 Words - Date Added: Apr 04, 2006

Vince Gironda's Secrets To Building The Perfect Physique!
By: Paul Becker
Remember the awesome physiques of the past, the ones that had the classic look of big arms, wide shoulders, chests and backs tapering down to small waists, and hips and then sweeping out to big thighs and awesome calves. Find out Vince Grionda did it with his routine for a perfect physique! 2068 Words - Date Added: Jul 31, 2003

What Are The Best Unknown Exercises For Fast Gains?
By: Topic Of The Week
What are the best underground exercises? There are some very strange, weird, awkward, and effective exercises that aren't commercialized. Our forum members will detail for you what those are. Check them out and see what you think! 13620 Words - Date Added: Jun 27, 2006

What Is Colon Hydrotherapy?
By: Louis Dorman
What is Colon Hydrotherapy? Well if you would really like to know then I encourage you to read this. While it may not sound like something you would normally consider it really can help. Enjoy. 1047 Words - Date Added: Aug 08, 2005

What Is The Most Complete Workout For Building Huge Arms?
By: Workout Of The Week
What is the most complete workout for building huge arms? Our forum members share some very detailed and informative workout routines, arm anatomy, who has the best arms, and much more. Continue here for complete arm development! 7849 Words - Date Added: Jun 16, 2006

What Is The Significance Of The Big 3 Exercises?
By: Topic Of The Week
What is the significance of the big 3? Find out what other people from the message boards think... 4684 Words - Date Added: Nov 11, 2005

Which Exercises Are The Best For Fast Results?
By: Hugo Rivera
In weight training, there is a variety of exercises that one can choose from to sculpt the body of your dreams. Find out which exercises work best for fast results! 1362 Words - Date Added: Feb 13, 2004

Women: Shape Up For Summer With Freestyle Fitness!
By: Sherry Gideons
Your bikini hasn't seen the light of day since Labor Day weekend. That can cause fear in the heart of any vacationer. Find out what exercises and workout program to do now! Plus: A whole lot of motivation. 3663 Words - Date Added: Jun 28, 2002

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