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Machines Still Build Muscles
Don't overlook the muscle-building benefits of fixed-resistance machines.
Lee Bell
The 4 Phases of a Solid Strength Program
Coaches are inundated with cool-looking, “sport-specific” exercises. But simplicity is the key to progress.
Shane Trotter
Heat Shock Proteins: Science's Secret to Muscle Building
Understanding HSP's cellular role in the hypertrophy process could lead to your biggest gains yet.
Lee Bell
A New Age Foundation for Life-Long Bodybuilding
Bodybuilding is about more than bicep curls; it's about creating a healthier, more muscular body for the long haul.
Justin Grinnell
Progression Takes More Than Adding Weight to the Bar
Lifting heavy is a great thing, but it's not all you need for continued muscle growth.
Eric Weinbrenner
Balance Variety and Routine for Year-Round Progress
If you always do everything, you will often hit plateaus. The trick is to regulate your variation with phases.
Charles Staley
Why Beginners Make Insane Gains
The key to perpetual muscular adaptation and growth is the introduction of unfamiliar stimuli.
Charles Staley
Add Variety to Get Results: 3 Next-Level Strength Workouts
At some point you need to force your body to do more. Here are three ways to do it safely.
Tom Kelso
Build Athleticism and a Superhero Body With Rest Pause Training
I have used many different training methodologies in my life, but the one I keep coming back to is rest pause training.
Eric Brown
Stay Motivated to Train: Smart Strength With Charles Staley
This week, Charles provides valuable insight into training motivation, shoulder growth, and exercise science.
Charles Staley
Skipping Leg Day: Smart Strength With Charles Staley
This week, Charles answers our reader's questions about leg size, testosterone replacement therapy, and lifting for hypertrophy.
Charles Staley
Fixing Tiny Muscles: Smart Strength With Charles Staley
Want to fill out your tiny bird chest or clean up your lifting form? Charles Staley is here to help.
Charles Staley
7 Ways for Experienced Lifters to Stimulate Muscle Growth
Don't stress if your strength has stalled - these techniques will help you make gains like a novice again.
Mike Dewar
Cardio Doesn't Kill Gains (and You Should Be Doing It)
Aerobic endurance will carry over to better performance in the weight room.
Tanner Baze
12 Reps - The Breaking Muscle Digest - Vol. 1, Issue 19
Twelve reader favorites from the past week and from the archives, curated to save you time and bring you happiness.
Breaking Muscle HQ
Increasing Pull Ups: Smart Strength With Charles Staley
This week, the answers to questions about pull ups, food labels, and how to grow big traps.
Charles Staley
Nutrition Is More Than Half the Battle, With Kalli Youngstrom, Ep 16
Kalli Youngstrom does not fit the stereotype of the "bodybuilder." She is a lifelong athlete fascinated by psychology. This comes together in her unique approach to nutrition and training.
Breaking Muscle HQ
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