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Former MLB Pitcher-Turned Bodybuilder Kyle Farnsworth Completely Transformed His Physique
A former fixture in the big leagues, Kyle Farnsworth spent 16 years in Major League Baseball (MLB) as a pitcher, most notably with the Chicago Cubs (1999-2004). After several years away from the baseball diamond, he’s now ready to carve himself out a place in an entirely different profession — as a bodybuilder. On June 21, 2022, Farnsworth shared a
Training
How to Do the Dumbbell Flye for a Complete Chest
The bench press is seen as the go-to chest exercise by many lifters looking to build a well-rounded set of pecs, but it has some limitations. Most significantly, it’s not actually a “chest” exercise. It’s a “chest, shoulders, and triceps” exercise because it’s a compound (multi-joint) movement and it lacks the ability to effectively target a single muscle. This is
How to Do the Dumbbell Flye for a Complete Chest
The bench press is seen as the go-to chest exercise by many lifters looking to build a well-rounded set of pecs, but it has some limitations. Most significantly, it’s not actually a “chest” exercise. It’s a “chest, shoulders, and triceps” exercise because it’s a compound (multi-joint) movement and it lacks the ability to effectively target a single muscle. This is
Workouts
Beginner Workout: Cycle 5, Week 2
EDITOR’S NOTE: For an in-depth description of the beginner workouts and the movements contained in them from their creator, Bret Hamilton, have a look at his article on getting started with this 12-week program. Getting Started with the Beginner Workouts If you are just starting out and are unfamiliar with the movements included in this cycle, please refer to the
Beginner Workout: Cycle 5, Week 2
EDITOR’S NOTE: For an in-depth description of the beginner workouts and the movements contained in them from their creator, Bret Hamilton, have a look at his article on getting started with this 12-week program. Getting Started with the Beginner Workouts If you are just starting out and are unfamiliar with the movements included in this cycle, please refer to the
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