Rest Between Sets

When designing a strength training program, there are several training variables which are manipulated, for e.g. rep range, exercise selection, load, volume, time under tension, frequency, intensity etc.  Just like…

Truth About Foam Rolling

Doesn’t it sound like the simplest thing to just roll up & down, on a roller?  Then, why aren’t people keen on doing it, after trying it for the first…

Role Of Genetics In Muscle Building

Genetics is the field of science that explains genes and how traits are passed from parents to children through changes in the DNA sequence. The human genome is the full set…

Is it OK to do cheat reps?

Whenever we see a novice using momentum during his lift, we know that he/she is not aware of the correct form of that exercise. For e.g. during a barbell curl,…

Eccentric Training: Benefits And Risk

Muscle actions modalities are represented as (i) isometric muscle action that involves no change in muscle length, (ii) concentric muscle actions that involve the shortening of muscle tissue, and (iii)…

Twice A Day Workout – Is It Better ?

If we observe high-performance athletes from different sports, they engage in two or more workout sessions per day. Multiple training sessions do have their physiological and performance benefits. One of…

Best Exercise To Build Massive Chest

Monday can be called as the ‘International chest day’ in gyms around the world. A big muscular chest, made famous by the bodybuilders of the golden era like Arnold, franco…