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What Really Works? Effective Training Principles. By: Josh Hewett The intention of this article is to present the most effective training principles in a simple and clear fashion. Ideas presented include progressive overload, nutrition, and much more. You will see results by following these basic concepts. 2988 Words - Date Added: Dec 30, 2006

"Hit" With A "Hammer".
By: Dr. Squat
Learn all about how high intensity training (HIT) was founded, the ten HIT commandments and the seven laws of weight training and much more... 3787 Words - Date Added: Jun 20, 2003

3 Sets Of 10: Mainstay Or Myth?
By: ISSA
Everyone has something that annoys them about the fitness industry. For me it is program design. The 3 sets of 10 reps program got its start in the '40s and '50s in some early strength training experiments. Learn why it is so popular and if it is the best way to train... 2217 Words - Date Added: Aug 21, 2003

A Lifting Formula
By: Curtis Schultz
The key to successful improvement in your weight-training program is to use methods of exercise and periodization techniques... 1801 Words - Date Added: Dec 03, 2002

A New Look at Specificity
By: Charles Staley
Can the development of (for example) strength in a particular exercise (say, the squat) lead to strength improvements in the target sport skill (say, a volleyball serve)? Does transfer even exist? Get your technical questions answered! 3251 Words - Date Added: Feb 13, 2001

A New Method To Build Muscle Fast... And Avoid Injuries!
By: Pete Sisco
There are simple ways to avoid injuries and one of them is fantastically effective at building muscle. What? A safer way to lift that increases muscle building? Yes. Here is the full description and sample workouts for a few exercises. 1204 Words - Date Added: Jun 03, 2002

A Prospectus On Periodization!
By: Progressive Sporting Systems
Although there are many different types of periodization, I am going to outline the three most prevalent types, Western style, Conjugated, Undulating, and one that I have developed which I call the Hybrid method. 1985 Words - Date Added: Aug 17, 2004

A Revolutionary Approach to Speed & Strength Training
By: Par Deus
What I am going to present in this article is unlike any training system that I am are of -- it is in complete opposition to what our intuition tells and to what we have been conditioned to think about speed and strength training. 4514 Words - Date Added: Oct 12, 2001

A Workout Formula
By: Curtis Schultz
The key to successful improvement in your weight-training program is to use methods of exercise and periodization techniques. Periodization, or cycle training, as it's called, is used to chart out an entire years training program. 1779 Words - Date Added: Apr 05, 2002

Achieve Your Bodybuilding Goals With The Dynamic Training Approach.
By: David Robson
Dan Gastelu developed a system of training that specifically accommodates the individual athlete. This is known as the Dynamic Training Approach. In this interview he describes, in detail, the science and importance of this training system. 6720 Words - Date Added: Feb 26, 2007

Advanced Methods In Force Training - Part 1.
By: Progressive Sporting Systems
A force curve is a graphical representation of the relationship between the external expression of instantaneous maximal force production and muscle length. 1442 Words - Date Added: Sep 09, 2004

Analyzing Mr. Olympia's Workout - An X-Rep Perspective.
By: X-Rep.com
The max-force point is the place along an exercise's stroke at which the target muscle has the most power-output potential. Learn more about this point and see how Mr. Olympia works it in... 1459 Words - Date Added: Jan 03, 2006

Applied Chaos: A Detailed Look At Fractal Training!
By: Jeremy Likness
Learn what the chaos theory is and it can help you but first you must know your body and what it responds to, but by keeping detailed logs and planning specific programs, you can begin to maximize hypertrophy in your training! 4200 Words - Date Added: Jan 17, 2004

Arnold's #1 Get-Bigger Trigger: Power-Density Unlocks Faster Muscle Growth
By: X-Rep.com
Imagine discovering that you've only been training half your muscles' growth capacity, and with one small tweak, you could transform your physique! Exciting new research suggests that's entirely possible. Learn more. 1445 Words - Date Added: Sep 01, 2009

Arthur Jones In Brief
By: Shannon Pittman
When I set out to condense Jones' material I had no idea how difficult is was really going to be. After all most people sum up his work in three words: brief, infrequent, intense. But is that all there is, really? Not even close. Learn about: Indirect effect, Limiting Exercise Number, High Intensity, Secondary Growth Factors, and Reciprocity Failure. 1350 Words - Date Added: May 06, 2002

Ballz 2 Da Wall!
By: Bryan Locke
People are trashin' the way I workout and I am sick of it! People who are using HIT think that my way of training is wrong. I will prove them wrong with this article! 2415 Words - Date Added: Apr 11, 2002

Blast Off To A New Level Of Mass With Light Training!
By: X-Rep.com
If you want extreme muscle mass, you need to look at lighter, slower-rep training. Cash in on real muscle growth with this detailed list explaining how to do this type of training, why, and sample exercises to go with it! 1737 Words - Date Added: Feb 02, 2009

Bodybuilding According To Joe Weider: Science Or Marketing Hype?
By: Dr. Squat
Find out what the science of bodybuilding means to Joe Weider, the history behind it, the beginning years and all about the Weider principles and where they came from! 3085 Words - Date Added: May 23, 2003

Bodybuilding for Babyboomers
By: Babyboomers
In this weeks issue, we will discuss choosing the right training program for all ages. Learn why periodization is the key to success and what physiological changes occur after 40. 2096 Words - Date Added: Feb 13, 2003

Building a Classic Physique
By: Greg Simpson
What defines a classic physique? Well, Steve Reeves, one of the legends of physique world developed his template for all to adhere to. He based this template on bone structures as the are mostly relatable to our height. Check it out! 360 Words - Date Added: Dec 10, 2001

Building Success In The Gym With The Principles Of Progress!
By: Charles Staley
The most successful athletes have a protocol - a proactive procedure to keep on track when problems arise in your training. Get your training goals back on track with the following training principles... Learn more. 2326 Words - Date Added: Apr 15, 2009

Changing Your Workout Routines!
By: Mike Murphy
Learn how changing your workout routine can help break a plateau and get huge gains! 610 Words - Date Added: Jan 21, 2003

Circuit Train Your Way To A Leaner Body!
By: Shannon Clark
If you've been working hard on your cardio program and lifting weights religiously but still can't seem to make a chance in your physique, circuit training may be just what you need. 1225 Words - Date Added: Dec 24, 2004

Comparing Different Methods Of Working Out.
By: Mike Murphy
In today's broad horizon of bodybuilding, there are many different ideas as to which method of working out is the best. I have narrowed them down to 4 main methods. 893 Words - Date Added: Mar 15, 2003

Compound Vs. Isolated Exercises: Making An Effective Training Program.
By: Shannon Clark
Isolated exercises are great for minor tweaking, however for those looking to make significant changes they are not ideal. Here are five reasons why isolation exercises may not be your best option. 1174 Words - Date Added: Apr 24, 2006

Condensed High-Volume Training Program
By: Dennis Weis
There are, of course, numerous approaches for forcing muscle growth but one of the most unusual ones I have ever heard of was the Condensed High-Volume Training Program used by a bodybuilder named Richard Simons back in 1966. Find out how to gain 25 pounds in 21 days with his program! 7056 Words - Date Added: Jul 02, 2003

Crank Up The VOLUME!
By: Zach G.
Mike Mentzer started the HIT method and thousands followed. See why the HIT method is not for ectomorphs and volume training is! 1087 Words - Date Added: Feb 18, 2003

Creating Peak Performance On Demand!
By: HST
Peak performance is often referred to as the zone or the groove, or even finding one's rhythm. It's a method of increasing strength and generating peak performance. It consists of Centering, Charging, Grounding, and Discharging (CCGD). It is the mental act of controlled, high intensity, physical exertion. Learn how it can help you! 1890 Words - Date Added: Jul 11, 2003

Crossing Over To Performance Training!
By: Intensity Magazine
Learn how Renegade Training can improve your athletic ability along with your overall strength! 668 Words - Date Added: Apr 15, 2003

Cumulative Fatigue Training
By: Shannon Pittman
I will explore the use of higher volume training and how it can be used reasonably to help produce muscle gains. Discussed: Building Massive Muscles, Maximizing Cellular Energy, Forming New Muscle Cells, Time Between Sets, Volume and Overtraining, Training Splits, and The Diet. 2026 Words - Date Added: Mar 29, 2002

David's Latest Training Journal - 5/21/02 - 6/01/02
By: David Knowles
This week was a pretty good one. The downside to not having a workout partner is, of course, not having a spot. This is really no big deal if you know someone in the gym. However, if you don't, workouts like chest or back and suffer…Big time! You can correct for this by improvising and increasing the intensity by increasing the number of reps or exercises performed. Time to get nasty! 3163 Words - Date Added: Jun 21, 2002

Days Of Yore & Muscles Of Magnitude!
By: Aaron Links
How were these men able to forge these muscles of might when we are supposedly so far ahead of them in every area of fitness? Somehow, even with lacking equipment, myth-based knowledge, and inferior supplementation they became the standard by which... 1515 Words - Date Added: Aug 18, 2004

Density Conditioning.
By: Matt Wiggins
Wiggy wants you to strive to either do more work in the same period of time each workout, or do the same amount of work in a shorter period of time each workout. 1469 Words - Date Added: Aug 31, 2004

Designing A Solid Weight Training Routine:
By: Other Teen Writer
There are several key components one must consider when designing a weight training routine. I will attempt to briefly discuss these with you now, but first, I would like to dispel a common myth: 1376 Words - Date Added: Jun 07, 2002

Designing A Training Schedule: Things To Consider
By: Jeff Galterio
There are many aspects of bodybuilding that will apply to everyone such as technique and the basic principles. Other items will need to be custom fit to you and will often need to be found out through trial and error. However, everyone will need to understand the basic principles involved in assembling a well-fit training program. 598 Words - Date Added: Apr 06, 2002

Developing Speed!
By: Curtis Schultz
I have found out that speed is simply inherited. I mean, there are just some individuals who are born to run like a Cheetah. Is it genetics? Most likely, but everyone has some sort of genetic gift or potential. 1331 Words - Date Added: Dec 21, 2001

Does Power Factor Training Work?
By: Other Writer
If the claims are true, the many existing styles of resistance training can be compared head-to-head in an objective manner and it can lead to new training styles. Here is my theory and my personal training program! 3080 Words - Date Added: Sep 07, 2002

Double Progression Training
By: Ryan Mackie
The beauty of this method is that it has many different ways in which it can be used to benefit the bodybuilder, be creative with it. 1660 Words - Date Added: Apr 23, 2002

Effective Anabolic Training...
By: Sean Quade
Sure, food is the raw materials for your body to work with, and sleeping actually makes you recover, but these two aspects are useless if you don't stimulate the body to gain muscle in the form of lifting weights. Learn about: Reps, Sets, Failure and Splits, The Pump, Workout Time and Progressive Resistance, Intensity and the Weider Principles, Plateaus, Machines vs. Free Weights and more! 1154 Words - Date Added: May 16, 2002

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 In Bodybuilding: Stimulating Muscle To Get Fit!
By: Randy Herring
With bodybuilding or bodysculpting for fitness we call upon our minds to move our muscles in order to produce energy. I will be talking about the requirements of stimulating muscle to get more energy. Read on for more. 2479 Words - Date Added: Aug 10, 2005

Escalate Partial Training!
By: CORE Training
So will partial training become an institution or will it follow the route of the thrust press, the ab roller and Hot Skinz into bodybuilding extinction? You be the judge. Read below to learn more about partial training. 1884 Words - Date Added: May 10, 2005

Excerpt From 'Natural Bodybuilding': Training Method #2!
By: John Hansen
John Hansen, Natural Mr. Universe and Natural Olympia champion, is proud to announce the release of his new book Natural Bodybuilding. This book covers everything from training to nutrition to contest preparation, specifically for the drug-free body. 2443 Words - Date Added: Apr 14, 2005

Fusion Bench Overview!
By: Curtis Dennis Jr.
Well, automatically you think about getting stronger right? And when you think about getting stronger, you think about getting a bigger bench right? 951 Words - Date Added: Aug 30, 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

H.I.T. The Hammer - Does HIT Work?
By: Cyberpump
In this old article, Dr. Squat never did get his facts completely straight (e.g., Rob Spector running a HIT site, he did not even back then. What follows is the article that was written in response to Dr. Squat's article many years ago. Hopefully, with both articles you will get a chuckle and afterwards go to the gym and PUMP SOME IRON! 5673 Words - Date Added: Jun 25, 2003

Hardgainer Terminator: Twig-To-Big Muscle-Mass Mutations.
By: X-Rep.com
In high school at 120 pounds, Steve often thought that he probably should've pursued ping-pong instead of muscle. If you are a hard gainer then look no further. Here are some great tips & hints to overcome the difficulty of putting on muscle! 1337 Words - Date Added: Jan 11, 2007

Heavy Training & Injuries: An Experience Of Training Through The Pain!
By: Brent Moody
If you lift hard, and you lift consistently, you have undoubtedly dealt with injury at some point. It's as inevitable as a surplus of hair gel at a nightclub. Here's my account of why I believe in training through the pain. Check it out! 1297 Words - Date Added: Jun 04, 2009

High Frequency HIT!
By: Shannon Pittman
Get massive muscles in 15 minutes a day and less than 20 sets per week! Who can argue with that? 719 Words - Date Added: Mar 11, 2003

High Volume HIT!
By: Shannon Pittman
Learn how this method of training from the 30’s can give you explosive growth! 714 Words - Date Added: Mar 12, 2003

How Are Bodybuilding And Powerlifting Similar And Different?
By: Topic Of The Week
How are bodybuilding and powerlifting similar and different? Get the opinions right here as our forum members explain the similarities and differences between the two sports. Read on... 4904 Words - Date Added: Apr 21, 2006

How To Lose The Most Fat And Build The Most Muscle In 30 Days!
By: Nick Nilsson
The dream of everyone who trains is to lose maximum fat and build maximum muscle in the shortest period of time possible. If this interests you then read on to see what I am talking about. Maximize your potential now! 1362 Words - Date Added: Nov 15, 2005

Hybrid High Intensity Program
By: Curtis Dennis
HIT, Max-OT, Power Factor are all great training systems and I've tried just enough to gather knowledge about my own training system someday. Hybrid Training is the basic combination of bodybuilding and powerlifting. Here is what it is all about! 1671 Words - Date Added: Feb 08, 2002

Hybrid Training Course: Phase Three
By: Curtis Dennis Jr.
Fusion training is beyond High-Intensity because of the fact is manipulates so many factors. For one, the rest periods are manipulated. Most of the techniques in the training allow 10-15 second rest which is to allow an increase in muscularity. 862 Words - Date Added: Jun 06, 2002

Hybrid Training: Phase One
By: Curtis Dennis
This is an online training course for those wanting to pack on muscle mass. This program will give you a little insight on what hybrid training is all about. Hybrid training takes the best of any training system and combines it with others to produce unbelieveable results. 1129 Words - Date Added: Apr 19, 2002

Hypertrophy-Specific Training Program!
By: HST
Hypertrophy-Specific Training (HST) is based on physiological principles of hypertrophy first discovered in the laboratory. These principles were then organized into a method of mechanically loading the muscle to induce hypertrophy. Try this program to gain 10lbs in 12- weeks! 2113 Words - Date Added: Jun 27, 2003

Instinctive Training
By: John Giljum
A few times in each workout I'd want to do 1 or 2 sets less of something and replace them with something else, based purely on how I felt that day. I started training instinctively a few months ago, and I'm addicted. So far, here's my insight. 1090 Words - Date Added: Mar 01, 2002

Instinctive Training.
By: Matt Danielsson
We must use our intellect to override instinct to reach results. The body can only be FORCED to get more muscular, while our instincts simply tells us not to. Learn why! 642 Words - Date Added: Feb 26, 2003

Intelli-Training: How To Train Intelligently!
By: Other Writer
When I began BB my chest was 38 inches and arms 11 inches... but now? Chest 42 inches and arms 14 inches. I got this huge gain using what I call 'Intelli-Training' or Intelligent Training. Here is the full program! 1371 Words - Date Added: Dec 12, 2000

Intensity Or Insanity
By: AnimalPak
The gym attendent told me not to go over there but I did and he said 'I'm going to kill you if you don't get the hell out of here. I'll kick your ass. 1592 Words - Date Added: Dec 18, 2002

Is German Volume Training 'Hypertrophy Specific'?
By: HST
GVT, though specific to increasing short-term endurance, can produce some hypertrophy in as much as it adheres to any of the known principles of hypertrophy. Let's go over some hypertrophy-specific principles and see how GVT stacks up. 818 Words - Date Added: Jan 31, 2004

Is Going to Failure Necessary?
By: Pete Sisco
I have counseled the practice of going to failure as a means to ensure muscle growth stimulation. But over the years much confusion has developed regarding the use of this principle. Having a clear understanding of the failure principle will save you wasted effort and prevent you from accepting what has become dogma as scientific fact. 2016 Words - Date Added: Nov 30, 2001

Is HST Actually Different From Other Programs?
By: HST
Let's start with what isn't different about HST compared with previous training programs. The length of this list is what has raised this question in the first place, and justifiably so. Let's begin with the concepts and then follow with the methods. 1170 Words - Date Added: May 03, 2004

Is There A Magic Formula For Gaining Muscle And Losing Fat?
By: Myron Mielke
Is there a magic formula? Well only if you believe everything you read. Discover why it is so important to find what really works and why not all workout and diet programs are created equal. 2246 Words - Date Added: Oct 05, 2005

Is There a Perfect Training System?
By: Jon Stehlik
We all want to have great bodies, and bodybuilding is the main way to achieve that look we so desire. 1441 Words - Date Added: Mar 07, 2002

Is There An Ideal Training Program?
By: Hardgainer.com
Each top strength star must find the right combination of exercises, sets, reps, heavy vs. moderate or light workouts per month... 1751 Words - Date Added: Oct 22, 2003

Lacking Results - Learn About The Importance Of Adaptation.
By: Randy Herring
Adaptation is a process by which the body accustoms itself to physical stress. In this article I will attempt to make the exercise enthusiast aware of the adaptation process and why some people get results while others do not. 2618 Words - Date Added: Dec 12, 2006

Learning The Instinctive Training Principle!
By: Shane Giese
The Instinctive Training Principle, created by Joe Weider, allows you to change things up and react with a 6th sense kind of approach to bodybuilding. 952 Words - Date Added: May 27, 2003

Liberate Yourself From Classical Weight Training!
By: Charles Staley
In the field of resistance training, EDT dynamically conforms to the end-users needs from workout to workout while at the same time ensuring the stringent application of the established principles of athletic training. 1677 Words - Date Added: Jul 17, 2003

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

Mass X-celeration Interview: Stretch Overload & 300 Percent Mass Increases!
By: X-Rep.com
Jonathan L. and Steve H., Iron Man magazine authors and developers of X-Reps, recently packed on about 10 pounds of muscle. Check out this great interview as they explain another muscular quantum leap - The X Factor. Get the full details right here! 3608 Words - Date Added: Jul 07, 2006

Max-Out Radio Podcast #5 With Guest, Charles Staley.
By: Michael Roussell
Mike & Charles discuss Escalating Density Training (EDT), how the average trainer can be more like an olympic athlete, powerful goal setting techniques, and fat loss research on CLA in humans. Listen in now! 591 Words - Date Added: Nov 19, 2006

Maximizing Training With Heavy Duty GTG!
By: Mike Mahler
I am going to go over how to modify Mike Mentzer's controversial 'Heavy Duty' program and mix it with two other controversial programs... The others are 'greasing the groove' and 'Conjugate Approach'. I will describe them here. 2253 Words - Date Added: Nov 15, 2005

Mean Poundage Index
By: Shannon Pittman
It didn't give much useful information other than that the total poundage lifted per workout could be calculated and compared to that of the previous one. 952 Words - Date Added: Sep 10, 2002

Mechanical Model For Analyzing Adaptation To Training.
By: Charles Ridgely
In the following sections, our objective is so see if we can come to any conclusions about our training by analyzing a simple mechanical model that conforms to the SAID principle. 3591 Words - Date Added: Nov 30, 2004

Mike Mentzer's Lost Heavy Duty Secrets.
By: Paul Becker
While many people know the basics of Heavy Duty training, the advanced techniques are known by only a few. Learn the detailed secrets! 991 Words - Date Added: Dec 14, 2002

Modified Heavy-Light Training!
By: Shannon Pittman
For a true HIT trainee this program may not sit really well in their interpretation of the ideal program. The reason is that this program will use light days cycled into the system or rather light exercises. Learn why! 1032 Words - Date Added: Apr 22, 2003

My Take On DC Training!
By: Mark Subsinsky
What follows is my take on DC training, focusing on the things I've found that I liked and exploited to my advantage. This is not a radical program but can be very useful. Try it out! 3263 Words - Date Added: Mar 16, 2006

Nautilus Bulletin No. 3, Chapter 1: What To Expect From Exercise.
By: Cyberpump
Strength & Speed are a direct result of exercise. If you give exercise a chance then you can expect great results. See how an NFL football player can be the best even at a small size. Read on for the details. 1590 Words - Date Added: Jan 12, 2007

Negative Adaptation
By: Dean Goudie
Learn just how far the body goes to fight off the muscle we so desperately try to obtain. 693 Words - Date Added: Nov 18, 2002

Nervous System Training Vs. Body Part Training!
By: Wade McNutt
The nervous system and training program of a professional athlete are not the same as the novice or beginner. Get an idea about what nervous system training is and how it differs from body part training. 2659 Words - Date Added: Aug 03, 2005

New Muscle Growth Theories!
By: Jeff Mayner
Modern technology changes the information we have access to at such a rapid pace one would think that when it came to muscle growth we would know almost everything there is to know. There are still certain areas dealing with the functioning of the human body such as the brain and muscle development that still eludes us. Learn more here... 1443 Words - Date Added: Jun 26, 2003

No More Training Confusion: Enter The 16-Week Metamorphosis!
By: Mike Mahler
Recently, I had someone email me that was really confused about which strength coach to follow. He was wondering who is right? Charles Poliquin, Chad Waterbury, or Charles Staley? Well the bottom line is that all three of these strength coaches are right. 1885 Words - Date Added: Jun 01, 2004

Optimizing Muscle Size Through Different Training Methods!
By: Kelly Baggett
Training is just an attack on muscle fiber. We go in the gym and attack our muscles in an effort to make them grow bigger and stronger. The 2 most popular forms of musclar attack can be illustrated if you compare the training of a powerlifter to that of a bodybuilder. Find out how they can both help you make new gains! 2208 Words - Date Added: Mar 12, 2004

Overload With Aussie-Tank Scott Diedrichs!
By: Other Writer
Well we now know to go as heavy as possible with good form to get maximum muscle overload and hypertrophy and we also know that routines need to switched regular to prevent the muscle adaptation process. Find out what else you need to know to continuously make gains! 897 Words - Date Added: May 24, 2003

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

Periodization: The Key To Continuous Gains!
By: Matt Danielsson
Muscle growth is not something that comes by itself. Learn how to continuously gain lean muscle with the principles of periodization! 1378 Words - Date Added: Feb 06, 2003

Periodization: Part 1
By: Luis Berrios
Periodization helps to keep your body stimulated and prevent injury while lifting weights. This is one of the most important concepts of bodybuilding. Learn how it can help you! 757 Words - Date Added: Nov 22, 2002

Periodization: Part 2
By: Luis Berrios
Learn the difference between short and long term periodization. Also, find out how the different workouts will help you in different ways! 2596 Words - Date Added: Dec 19, 2002

Periodization: Which Method Is Best?
By: Wannabebig.com
Periodization, simply stated, is the organization of training into blocks or units of time that focus on specific skills. Read more! 338 Words - Date Added: Feb 18, 2004

Phenotype Vs Genotype, A Genetic Myth?
By: Glen Danbury
Virtually everyone I speak to believes that it's genetics which ultimately dictate a person's development and their responses to any given training or diet. I have put together the following factors that will effect strength and size. Learn more. 1399 Words - Date Added: Oct 29, 2007

PowerBuilding: Powerlifting and Bodybuilding!
By: Other Writer
You want a balanced physique, lean muscle mass AND the power. The best of both worlds... now you can have it! 915 Words - Date Added: Mar 22, 2002

Powerlifting to Improve Your Bodybuilding Physique
By: Manny Fausett
The following workout is a personal favorite of mine because it is short, brutal and effective. However, it also allows the lifter to work towards keeping the bodybuilders aesthetics intact. 695 Words - Date Added: Mar 30, 2001

Powerlifting VS. Olympic Lifting
By: Ian Waltz
As a thrower on the world-class level I wanted to look into the benefits of power lifting versus Olympic lifting. I was looking through some journals and located a study performed by the Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research. 901 Words - Date Added: Jan 15, 2002

Progression of Training!
By: Big Cat
You start as a beginner and progress until you are an advanced bodybuilder. How do you know where you are right now? What should you do during each stage in between? 2751 Words - Date Added: Oct 09, 2001

Progressive Overload: The Concept You Must Know To Grow!
By: Chris Goulet
Without progressive overload your body does not need to adapt and therefore will never get bigger or stronger beyond a certain point. 1556 Words - Date Added: Apr 16, 2004

Pump Up The Volume For Your Bodytype!
By: Mike Mahler
In this article, I am going to go over the pitfalls of doing volume training incorrectly and show you how to personalize high volume training to your unique body type for maximum gains in size and strength. Lets get started! 3437 Words - Date Added: Jan 07, 2005

Pump Up The Volume!
By: Simon Forsyth
If you are trying to get bigger and stronger, but your gym does not have chains and bands? Try the routine for 8 weeks to gain size and strength. 3203 Words - Date Added: Feb 11, 2004

Pyramid Power: Building A Firm Foundation!
By: Kerry Dulin
A pyramid set typically begins with a light to moderate weight that can be lifted with good form for 10 to 12 repetitions. Learn why this technique works so well! 952 Words - Date Added: Feb 10, 2003

Q&A - X Factor Interview, Part 1.
By: X-Rep.com
Recently Steve Holman and Jonathan Lawson stumbled onto a new training concept that took their muscle size, shape and density to new dimensions. Learn more about the amazing X-Reps right here! 2486 Words - Date Added: Dec 27, 2005

Quick Start Program For Mass: Gain 10 Lbs In Only 10 Workouts!
By: Pete Sisco
We live in the busiest, most hectic time in man's history. People literally don't have time to waste and if something can be done in 5 minutes, why would they spend an hour doing it? Find out how to make your workout as efficient as possible! 712 Words - Date Added: Dec 03, 2008

Randy's Advanced 6-day Routine
By: Randy Herring
If you are an advanced trainee, want to lose fat or get into contest shape quickly and wish to gain more muscle due to a greater blood flow to the working muscles though larger capillaries owing to higher rep range/cardiovascular type training than normal this routine is for you. 2077 Words - Date Added: Jul 26, 2002

Remember The Good Old Days?
By: Curtis Schultz
I'm flipping through the yellow pages looking for a place to train, and I come across a Worlds Gym, as I run my finger down the lists of things they have and offer my finger stops in amazement. It reads "No Powerlifters!" I sit in astonishment that this gym owner had the balls to put that in writing, and then under the World Gym logo it states, "We'll take care of everything you need to know & teach you everything you need to do from the first time you walk through the doors." 1564 Words - Date Added: Jul 17, 2002

Renegade Concepts Of Training!
By: Coach Davies
For the last few decades the exercise and health community has been in a peculiar state of flux. Oddly these same concepts flew straight against the growing trends in the health and fitness industry and it is clear that to truly understand the success of Renegade Training is a route to understand what has went wrong in the health and fitness field. 843 Words - Date Added: Apr 09, 2004

Rescue 911: How To Revive A Terrible Workout!
By: Ron Harris
Damn it. Something's really wrong here. That last warm-up set felt like a working set, and now the weight that should allow an easy ten reps feels like a ton of bricks. 2643 Words - Date Added: May 08, 2002

Reverse Pyramid Training & The Fifteen Rules!
By: Randy Herring
Learn the purpose and advantages of training with the Reverse Pyramid Method and fifteen rules that will lead you to success! 1032 Words - Date Added: Jan 14, 2004

S.A.I.S. Mass-Building Routine
By: Jeff McCarrell
Anyone who wants to build a substantial amount of muscle in the shortest possible time must follow a carefully designed, methodical program based on undisputed scientific facts. This most certainly applies to the design of the training program. Full details on this amazing workout! 2722 Words - Date Added: Nov 08, 2002

S.H.I.T. Method!
By: Phano Paul Som
Super High Intensity Training: If you're anything like nearly all seasoned lifters, then you're probably always searching for a better way to produce the most gains in the least amount of time as possible. I, too, am guilty of this but this is a good thing. Here are the 10 guidelines for my SUPER program! 1214 Words - Date Added: Jul 10, 2001

Samra R.E.S.T. System Of Training!
By: Dennis Weis
I was naturally quite curious about the R.E.S.T. theories of Dr. Pete Samra, and how it helped natural [anabolic steroid free] bodybuilders develop to their full potential. I made arrangements with Pete for a one-on-one in person interview to discuss the R.E.S.T. System of Training. 2820 Words - Date Added: Sep 26, 2003

Sand Training 101.
By: Intensity Magazine
After training in the sand, with the right program design, regular, one surface, level ground will make you feel like you're accelerating down stream. Learn how sand training will boost your strength and agility! 844 Words - Date Added: Feb 06, 2003

Sets, Reps, Rest and Time Under Tension
By: Dorian
I started at over 300 lbs and completely out of shape. I lost over 100 pounds in 1 year using the ideas I came up with. I kept it off and then I went on to gain 80 lbs of muscle. 1313 Words - Date Added: Nov 11, 2001

Setting the Record Straight - Debunking Myths!
By: Andy Stevensen
There are a mountain of myths, tricks and scams that have plagued bodybuilding since its inception, which have clogged and blocked our progress from day one. 1035 Words - Date Added: Sep 28, 2001

Shredded Beef: Dissecting Jay Cutler's Monster-Mass Training!
By: X-Rep.com
Ronnie Coleman and Jay Cutler just have to know something the rest of us don't - because they're eye-ball-popping huge! Well we have some answers to how they get that big. Check it out! 1525 Words - Date Added: Feb 02, 2006

Single VS. Multiple Sets.
By: Christopher Mohr
All programs will work for some time, the reason for this is that our bodies quickly adapt to what we give them. This is the main reasoning for variation in your workout... 741 Words - Date Added: Sep 21, 2004

Some Minor Principles Of Hypertrophy-Specific Training.
By: Charles Ridgely
Herein, we're going to take a closer look at some of these minor principles, while only briefly discussing the well-known major principles of HST. 3950 Words - Date Added: Oct 08, 2004

Starting Your Journey On The Right Path
By: Ryan Ward
How should people start weight training? People have very different opinions on how to start this journey to a perfect body, but I will take you through my opinion on starting out. 706 Words - Date Added: Jul 25, 2002

Static Contraction Training
By: Pete Sisco
Using this method, the test subjects added an average of 9.0 pounds of new muscle (one subject added 28.9 pounds!) in just 10 weeks and increased their full range 1-rep max by 27.6%. Learn how this "minimum dose" training can can lead to maximum agains! 846 Words - Date Added: Sep 12, 2002

Static Training - Who Needs It?
By: Pete Sisco
It's strange how once you get involved in a certain subject it has a way of leading to other connected issues. My initial interest in static contraction training was its application as a "minimum dose" form of exercise. 853 Words - Date Added: Dec 21, 2001

Station Versus Circuit Training.
By: Charles Staley
Find out the difference between station training and circuit training. How one can benefit you more than the other. What works best? 1533 Words - Date Added: Nov 13, 2003

Strength Deficit: A Way To Calculate How YOU Should Be Training!
By: Kelly Baggett
Wouldn't it be cool if you knew exactly what type of training program would give you the best results? When determining whether you should focus your training efforts more on hypertrophy work or strength training a highly effective diagnostic method has been around for ages. Learn what it is and how it can help you! 2147 Words - Date Added: Jun 30, 2003

Techniques For Analyzing Work In Our Training.
By: Charles Ridgely
In Part 1 of the series, entitled Physics and Training with Weights, we'll take a closer look at the concept of work, and how to analyze the work performed in your training... 2820 Words - Date Added: Oct 20, 2004

The Best Training You Aren't Doing.
By: Josh Henkin
I was exposed to cutting-edge principles about whole-body integration that was backed up by hard science and physiology... 2927 Words - Date Added: Aug 24, 2004

The Functional Training Craze!
By: Jesse Cannone
More and more people are using functional training, and some argue it's the only way to train. The purpose of this article is to give people an understanding of what functional training is, and what it does and does not do. 1890 Words - Date Added: Nov 05, 2003

The Great Pyramid!
By: Joe Corleone
The training technique of pyramiding weights is one of the best to use in bodybuilding whether you have been training for months or years. Its purpose is to allow the muscles to be prepared for heavy training with low reps, the type which as been lauded for ages as one of the most productive in gaining strength and muscle size. Learn how to do it for the best results! 1281 Words - Date Added: Jun 25, 2001

The Hidden Power Of Behavior-Based Training
By: Charles Staley
Before a new building can be erected on a site where an older building exists, the older building must be demolished first. Learn how your behaviour will be base your training! 1753 Words - Date Added: Dec 12, 2002

The Holistic Hypertrophy Program.
By: Glen Danbury
Training for mass gains sounds simple, come in, recruit and exhaust as many muscle fibres as possible. Simple right? Unfortunately most common methods of training usually fail to exhaust one or another group of muscle fibres. Learn what the holistic hypertrophy program is and how it can help you! 1490 Words - Date Added: Jun 09, 2003

The I.C.E. Training Program
By: Big Cat
After having enlightened you with some information on nutrition and supplements, that leaves me only with training information left to give. 1320 Words - Date Added: May 29, 2002

The Magic Workout?
By: Jamie Hale
Since weight training was conceived, we have been searching for the ultimate workout. What is the best workout to produce bulging hard muscles? Is it high volume or high intensity training? Well, my friend, I have the answer to this ancient debate. Neither one. 891 Words - Date Added: Apr 29, 2003

The New Approach To Instinctual Training!
By: Clayton South
Through further practice, it is possible to make the behaviour instinctual-reflexive. Learn how and all about instinctual training! 2230 Words - Date Added: Mar 18, 2004

The New High Intensity
By: Ian Matthews
There are many theories on HIT, and many HIT workouts such as Max-OT among others, but I'm here to talk about a new HIT philosophy. 905 Words - Date Added: Apr 19, 2003

The Path Of Champions - Variations In Training Over Time!
By: Kelly Baggett
I get asked the question about training frequency all the time. People also want to know more about volume and intensity over time. Well I will cover all of that right here. Learn more... 3095 Words - Date Added: Oct 25, 2005

The Principles Of Bodybuilding.
By: Clayton South
Repeatedly I receive letters of thanks from bodybuilders around the world, astounded that philosophy is the chief determinant of bodybuilding success. Find out what they know! 1604 Words - Date Added: Aug 04, 2003

The Pump: A Traditional Training Principle With Newfound Applications.
By: Ivan Blazquez
The greatest feeling you can get in a gym or the most satisfying feeling you can get in a gym is, 'The Pump.' Here I expose what the pump really is and 3 new applications to take growth to a new level. 3763 Words - Date Added: Oct 09, 2007

The Real Reasons Arnold's Physique Was Ahead Of Its Time.
By: X-Rep.com
Arnold was able to get huge back in the day because of the tactics he used while training. Learn right here how he used cheat curls and other exercises to get huge even by today's standards. Check it out. 1796 Words - Date Added: Mar 13, 2006

The REAL Way To Lean Muscle Fast!
By: Planet Muscle
The knowledge and understanding of all subjects is always subject to change. It's no different with the knowledge of the human body and the muscular system, how muscle grows and responds to varying degrees of progressively increasing resistance. 596 Words - Date Added: Mar 31, 2003

The Reality of Strength Training
By: Sean Nalewanyj
When strength training became a popular way of athletic preparation back in the 50's and 60's, everyone was rushing to find the "best" way to train. Back in these early days, very little attention was given to the "scientific" aspect of the sport. 813 Words - Date Added: May 16, 2002

The Risks Of Instinctive Training.
By: CORE Training
There are few things more manly than lifting weights. Possible exceptions might include living off the land with nothing but a bowie knife. Or perhaps being a warrior or some sort. 1754 Words - Date Added: Dec 22, 2004

The S.M.A.R.T. Method
By: Zach Marcy
It stands for: Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Realistic and Time-Constrained. This same test can be used to help us identify a good goal. 902 Words - Date Added: Jan 13, 2003

The Science Of Hypertrophy
By: Par Deus
This article seeks to examine some of the factors implicated in processes of muscle growth, and, in keeping with the spirit of Mind and Muscle Magazine, elucidate the elaborate chemical pathways that transduce their effects. 6071 Words - Date Added: Sep 18, 2003

The Solution For Every Hard Gainer!
By: Simon Forsyth
Gaining muscle while staying as lean as possible has been the goal of most people for as long as I can think of, even before my time there where people trying to gain as much muscle as possible while staying lean. Learn how to gain lean mass with this great program... 1651 Words - Date Added: Apr 07, 2004

The Training Dilemma Part 1
By: Mitch Hodge
Everyone wants to know the perfect amount of time to spend in the gym for maximum results. Three on, one off, no, four on, two off, or was it three on, two off, one on, one off?! I'm telling you it's enough to drive a hardcore bodybuilder to the lap pool. Learn about the different eras of bodybuilding and different theories. 1273 Words - Date Added: Oct 01, 2001

The Ultra Hardgainer Routine
By: Shannon Pittman
For those who seem to have no genetic gifts in the area of body mass gain there is still hope. 893 Words - Date Added: Jan 14, 2003

Thermodynamics Training: The Heat Is On To Get Ripped & Lean!
By: Kelly Eiesly
Thermodynamics is a workout that I use to get ripped, and transport nutrients more efficiently. Here's more about the importance of ATP, heart rate, types of training I use to get more defined and more. Read on. 1374 Words - Date Added: Jun 23, 2009

Thou Shalt Not Covert Thy Neighbour's Program
By: Andy Stevensen
We have all heard the dogma of the modern bodybuilder, "Listen to your body." Here are a few tricks that can help those who are illiterate in the language of the body. 454 Words - Date Added: Aug 20, 2001

Time Under Tension In Your Training Program
By: ISSA
This concept was first popularized in North America by the now well-known strength coach Charles Poliquin. This author suggests monitoring the actual time that a muscle is "under tension" during an exercise by using a clock or stopwatch, and recording this parameter in the training log via a numerical system. 1339 Words - Date Added: May 23, 2003

Train Heavy... But Train Smart!
By: Bryan Locke
More muscle is what I'm after, not the approval of the pack. This should also be your attitude if you really want to see what your genetics will allow you to do. Here are two general rules to adhere to while training heavy. 1182 Words - Date Added: Apr 16, 2002

Training Methods - Nuclear Powered Bodybuilding!
By: Mark Subsinsky
Here is a training method that I have developed and used to reduce the possibility of injuries and increase focus. This new method is called Nuclear Powered Bodybuilding. Check it out now! 1913 Words - Date Added: Dec 05, 2005

Training Styles
By: James Sadek
I have found for a period of a couple of weeks one might training style such as drop sets but then it doesn't feel right after a while so I will use another. 1741 Words - Date Added: Sep 04, 2002

Training To Win: Using Your Instincts And Sound Principles That Work For You!
By: Jeff Behar
To answer those of you who contacted me via email or approached me at the recent spring contests asking how I managed to make such huge changes in density, hardness and size in 3 week periods I have briefly summarized what I feel was the major driving... 1653 Words - Date Added: Jul 15, 2004

Training Volume: Long Workouts And Fast Twitch Muscles.
By: Peak Performance
An elite cycling coach, an international swimming coach, a top-notch rowing coach, and a national running coach were recently discussing training theory... Get this in depth discussion on muscle fibers while they sip over whisky! 3547 Words - Date Added: Dec 02, 2005

Tunnel Vision And Myths: The Education STOPS Here!
By: Curtis Schultz
Certain individuals are swept away in their own tunnel vision, their own way of thinking and if anyone's ways are different or someone challenges their philosophy they attack. Read about it and learn the truth. 1395 Words - Date Added: Jul 18, 2002

Utilizing German Body Training!
By: Ryan Mackie
This summer I was embarking on my dieting cycle with the goal to shed some body fat and get in better shape not only for summer. After I hit a plateau and my PR's started to decline, I knew I needed to change my workout. Find out how utilizing german body training into my workout helped me lose fat and gain muscle! 1816 Words - Date Added: Aug 07, 2003

Variable Training – Is It The Key To Maximal Growth?
By: Dr. David Ryan
We all want to maximize our training to grow bigger and stronger in the shortest amount of time possible. Get a competitive edge with these tips to maximize growth from variable training! 2809 Words - Date Added: Nov 27, 2006

Vibration Training For Enhanced Performance!
By: Coach Sonnon
Vibration Training strategies have been around for a very long time - several million as a matter of fact. Animals do this instinctively. Find out what it is and how it can help you! 900 Words - Date Added: Oct 31, 2003

Volume Training vs. Heavy Duty!
By: Matt Danielsson
The bottom line in their argument was that Arnold advocated working out for hours every day, while Mike wanted people to spend as little time as possible in the gym. Learn why and which one is better! 918 Words - Date Added: Jan 13, 2002

Volumetric Progression
By: Shannon Pittman
Every bodybuilder I speak to seems to utilize only one progression scheme, i.e. double progression method. For those unfamiliar with double progression, it is the method whereby you increase the reps until you reach a predetermined maximum number and then increase the weight to limit the number of reps again. 1190 Words - Date Added: May 21, 2002

Weider Principles
By: Aaron Ciak
There are many different principles those Amateurs all the way to the top of the pro ranking use. You may be using Principles and not even know it. Here are some Principles you can use to either add a little flare in your workout or to help you get over that barrier. 652 Words - Date Added: Sep 05, 2000

What Do You Consider 'Old School' Strength Training?
By: Topic Of The Week
What do you consider 'old school?' Some people are put off by the old-school, while others swear by them. Here's a variety of opinions and the benefits/drawbacks of both. Is one better than the other? Learn more. 4114 Words - Date Added: Jun 24, 2009

What Is Renegade Training?
By: Coach Davies
I've sat down to write my inaugural column here a number of times. Looking at the keyboard, I walked away a dozen times - writing, damn this is all crap 'cause the story that needs to be told is no story at all - it's straight from the hip, so here it goes. 740 Words - Date Added: Apr 09, 2004

What Is The Best Max-OT Workout?
By: Workout Of The Week
What is the best Max-OT workout? Max-OT is a training method used by many bodybuilders. Our forum members have put together the best workouts, who benefits, results to expect, and much more... Read on and try it out! 9990 Words - Date Added: Jul 21, 2006

What Is The Point Of Resistance Training?
By: Babyboomers
What is the point of resistance training and do you need it to build muscle? Find out here... 1276 Words - Date Added: Sep 24, 2004

What Really Works? Effective Training Principles.
By: Josh Hewett
The intention of this article is to present the most effective training principles in a simple and clear fashion. Ideas presented include progressive overload, nutrition, and much more. You will see results by following these basic concepts. 2988 Words - Date Added: Dec 30, 2006

Which Is The Most Effective Training Theory For Gaining Mass?
By: Workout Of The Week
Which is the most effective training theory for gaining mass? Here are the best training theories for building muscle; straight from the forum. These theories, such as HST, Max-OT, and others, will help you make the right training choices! 8851 Words - Date Added: Aug 25, 2008

Who Are You? What Works For You?
By: Greg Simpson
The bottom line with training just like nutrition or supplements is everybody is different. Here are my theories about why some people are not getting the best results. 1545 Words - Date Added: Apr 17, 2001

Why Most Training Programs Fail!
By: Josh Dickinson
Do you know what the most confusing aspect of training is? It's actually training. There are so many different types of training programs out there, some being good and others being, well, down right bad. We will have a quick look at the most popular types and you can decide which is best for you. 1419 Words - Date Added: Apr 02, 2004

Why The ME Method Should Form The Basis Of Hypertrophy Training.
By: Glen Danbury
What is the ME Method and why should it be used? Many trainers and bodybuilders alike seem to be misguided about the uses of ME. Learn about several max effort methods right here. 581 Words - Date Added: Mar 07, 2006

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