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NutritionBig Meals vs. Small Snacks: What’s Best for You?
If you’ve read a diet book you’ve probably been told to eat 4 to 6 times per day. But is a small snack diet really better than big meals? It depends.
NutritionWhat is a High-Quality Protein?
Some protein sources are better than others, according to science. Here’s how to tell whether a protein is—or isn’t—high quality.
FitnessHow To Look More Muscular
There’s one thing that all the biggest, most muscular people on the planet have in common. It’s not great genetics. (Good genes help, but plenty of people have gotten huge without having been blessed with it at birth.) It’s not that they all just live at the gym and do nothing else, or follow some […]
NutritionHow to Build Muscle on a Vegetarian Diet
Protein is important for building muscle (and losing fat). But what do you do on a vegetarian diet? Eric Helms, Ph.D, shares how to follow a plant-based diet and still get all the protein, vitamins, and nutrients your body needs.
FitnessHow to Use Resistance Band Exercises in Your Workouts
Underrated and underused, resistance band exercises can upgrade your workout without needing weights. Here’s how to use them to build more muscle, improve flexibility, and upgrade your workout.
FitnessThe 4-Step Biceps Builder
You can grow bigger arms without lots of curls. This high frequency biceps builder get results, and can even be used with two simple bodyweight exercises.
FitnessHow to Master the Art of “Old School” Muscle Building
The fitness industry could learn something from movies. Science is valuable, but so are proven muscle building techniques.
FitnessThe New Rules of Specialization: How to Add Muscle Mass
Building muscle doesn’t just “happen.” You must force growth by using this proven technique that will add size to any stalled workout program and even help fat loss.
NutritionThe Best Protein Sources
If you need help creating a better diet, start with protein. This guide tells you what you need, why you need it and the best protein sources for your diet.
FitnessDeconstructing the “Best” Workout Plan
Looking for the best workout plan might be fun, but it’s not as effective as doing the one that works. Here’s what you should consider for the best results.
FitnessThe Too Busy Fitness Plan: How to Create a 30-Minute Workout
Only have 30 minutes in a day to exercise? Here’s how you can train for less time and still make progress towards goals like building muscle or burning fat.