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The Pull Pattern
Training the back and biceps together is the perfect amount of growth-stimulating stress and recovery. By Mike Carlson Patterns abound in nature. From the geometrical precision of a bee’s honeycomb...
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The Iron Man Guide To Amino Acids
Discover how to use these powerful compounds for increased recovery, a faster metabolism, and greater muscular gains. By Adam M. Gonzalez, PhD, CSCS, CISSN Amino acids are like the cartoon robot...
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The Ultimate Team Player
New research suggests that glutamine actively contributes to the muscle-building process. By George L. Redmon, PhD, ND PQ: In simpler terms, glutamine depletion not only results in a decrease in...
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Shake It Off: Go Nuts
The subtle nuance of pistachios makes this a protein shake for grown-up palates. By Amanda Burrill, MS It’s all coming back to me now: sweltering childhood summers slurping up the runny bits of my...
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Beet Body Fat
Beet Body Fat Betaine, also known as trimethylglycine, is a substance derived from sugar beets. It has received some hype over the last few years for improving strength and power in athletes. However,...
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Win A Photo Shoot with IronMan Magazine
Iron Man magazine is proud to announce a partnership with a new socially driven platform Kompetes. Kompetes is a brand-new and revolutionary idea for an online fitness competition. Unlike traditional...
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Muscle Research: It’s Good To Be The Swing
Muscle Research – July 2016 It’s Good To Be The Swing Lower-back pain is a common training partner for many people in the gym. Strengthening the lumbar muscles often clears up this painful and...
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Coffee Beats Caffeine
Nutrition Research July – Part 1 Coffee Beats Caffeine In our cover story interview this month, actor Brock O’Hurn rather sheepishly admitted that he often prefers a plain cup of coffee before...
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Ground Control To Major Abs
Develop your core musculature with these three novel exercises. By Mike Carlson It’s not often that something new hits the world of training. A few years ago, sliders started popping up in sports...
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Homegrown
High-quality, small-footprint devices make home-based workouts an option for busy people. By Amanda Burrill, MS I am never giving up the gym, but, like most people, there are times when I just can't...
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Quadzilla
If your legs refuse to grow, try these eight proven tips for massive quadriceps growth. By Vince DelMonte The first thing I am going to mention is that these eight key suggestions for quadriceps...
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Letting The Fat Out Of The Bag
The right kind of fatty acids can help you fight age-related damage. By Brett A. Osborn, DO, FAANS, CSCS, and Jay Campbell Do you often find yourself reminiscing about those good old days of your 20s...
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Fall Into A Trap
Fall Into A Trap Some people have never felt comfortable when doing a traditional barbell deadlift. It might be from an existing back problem, the length of the femurs, or any number of issues, but...
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Train Hard, Be Happy University of Florida Health researchers found that specific genetic markers that predispose their owners to symptoms of depression are also predictors of those who may get the...
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Bigger Muscles Through Stronger Joints
Nothing kills a workout faster than joint pain. Use these supplements to keep yourself feeling good in the gym. By George L. Redmon, PhD, ND PQ: In a recent study conducted at the University of...
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Shake It Off-Pineapple Coconut Breeze
A new take on an old favorite puts some muscle-building punch into the classic piña colada. By Amanda Burrill, MS The original gangster blended beverage is the piña colada, right? Let’s revisit the...
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Taking Tech Stock
Relying on fitness technology can make your training better, but it can also make it worse. By Thomas DeLauer PQ: “I’m pretty confident that the pioneers of our sport would be disgusted with the lack...
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The Orphans
Certain muscles don’t fit neatly into a training week. Here’s how to make room for them. By Eddie Avakoff, owner of Metroflex LBC You ever learn a great exercise but then don’t know where it fits in...
View ArticleEvery Night Is Ladies’ Night
Every Night Is Ladies’ Night Forget what the French say about the benefits of red wine: When it comes to putting on muscle, no booze is better than some booze. At least for men. A new study conducted...
View ArticleA Side Of Vitamin D
A Side Of Vitamin D The benefits of vitamin D just keep on coming, from boosting testosterone levels to preventing diseases such as cancer, diabetes, heart disease, and even the flu. Getting enough...
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