A common strategy recommended for fat burning is ‘fasted cardio’, or to do cardio first thing in the morning, on an empty stomach. This is said to enhance fat burn,…

Muscle Confusion is among the classic marketing terms, which is said to have originated from the famous P90X program, post its intro in 2004. But a similar concept “shocking the…

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…

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…

We use the term ‘Muscle Memory’ quite often, but aren’t very clear to the real meaning of the subject. If we understand in simple terms, muscle memory is a sort…

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…

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,…

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)…

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…

Carbohydrate cycling means rotating the intake of carbohydrates in your diet. It has been used by competitive athletes not only to lose fat but to gain muscle and strength at…

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…

Urinary incontinence is the complaint of involuntary loss (leakage) of urine. The condition occurs in both sexes, but is much more frequent in women Incontinence in men is often a…

Let’s first understand, what is muscle contraction. Muscle contraction is the tightening, shortening, or lengthening of muscles when you do some activity. It can happen when you hold or pick up…

Your facial soft tissue consists of a series of layers like the skin, subcutaneous adipose tissue, superficial musculoaponeurotic system, deep adipose tissue, and deep fascia or periosteum. It is also…

We all know that getting stronger leads to increase in performance. But can we increase muscle strength without increasing our body weight? More the muscle mass a person has, higher…

Just like calorie deficit is the primary perquisite for weight/fat loss, calorie surplus is the starting point for gaining weight. But for people who think, calorie surplus simply means, eating…

This is one of the most commonly discussed doubts in weight training. What is better pullup/chin-up or lat pulldown? Let’s discuss… A study, compared the kinematics and muscle activity between…

When it comes to the question whether you should consume whey protein with milk or water, there are primarily 3 major differences which need to be dealt with: Total calorie…

Traps extend from your upper back to the top of your head and it’s a large muscle which needs plenty of growth stimulus. The function of the trapezius is to…

What’s surprising in the Strength and fitness world today is that, the exercises which once formed the base of training for the old school strongmen and athletes, are now found…

As parents, you always want the best for your kids. Each parent has different dreams with respect to their children’s career. Some may want their kids to be doctors, others…

This has been a debate among many and since very long, much before I was even born. But till date I really haven’t understood the reason for this argument. As…

Recently there an extremely disrespectful incident took place at the 2022 National Bodybuilding Championships in Dhaka, Bangladesh, when a bodybuilder - Jahid Hasan Shuvo - became viral instantly after he…

Let’s discuss, the most powerful exercises which you can do in the gym, to develop a stronger & wider back. A 2018 study, compared the electromyographic (EMG) responses in the…

The barbell row is a compound, multi-joint upper body exercise intended to increase strength of muscles within the upper and middle back, posterior shoulder girdle, and anterior elbow joint. The…

Strength training, or what we also call resistance training, weight training or muscular training, is a critical component of physical fitness. This is along with other components like endurance, flexibility,…

This is an age-old question, but unfortunately there isn’t a clear answer on this subject. But we can make certain conclusions based on collective information from exercise science and various…

Life is extremely uncertain, and sometimes despite of our best efforts, we aren’t able to maintain consistency in our workouts and diet routines. Interruptions in training process because of illness,…

When you walk into any gym, you could see a number of people queuing up behind the LAT PULLDOWN machine. What’s interesting are the different kind of attachments with different…

Life can be full of surprises. It can be welcoming at the same time shocking. For someone who has been consistent with their diet and workout routines, an unwelcome break…

Myostatin, or growth and differentiation factor 8 (GDF-8), also called the ‘Hercules gene’, is a protein based hormone, that acts at physiological levels to limit muscle mass. Research over the…

where Drop sets, also called as Descending sets, is a technique in weight training, you perform a set number of reps with a given weight, to concentric failure; quickly reduce…

Supersets in simplest of the terms means ‘performing two different exercises back to back with minimal rest in between’. It was the Weider school of training which popularized the concept…

Mephentermine is a cardiac stimulant related to the class of amphetamines, which is used to raise blood pressure in hypotensive (low blood pressure) states. It appears to work as a…

Nothing beats consistency. And being consistent with your workouts is the best thing that can be done by an individual. Consistency brings in momentum and momentum lead to habit formation.…

We all know the health benefits of weight loss, and more importantly fat loss. However, with major weight loss, in case of obese individuals, specially at a faster pace, almost…

When it comes to strength training workouts, there can be infinite permutations and combinations in terms of splits, exercise sequences, number of reps & sets, rest between sets etc. But…

Ammonia Inhalants (AIs) are commonly referred to as smelling salts, ammonia capsules, or ammonia salts and historically have been used for the prevention and treatment of fainting, dizziness, and light-headedness.…

Sir, have you used steroids? Have you been on gear? Were you natural during your bodybuilding days?... And many such questions I get on my social media platforms. More so,…

Well, it depends on a lot of factors. Most people experience a bit of discomfort on a particular day, the way one feels before sickness overwhelms the body’s defences, and…

When someone embarks on a weight loss journey, they want to expedite the process, as much as possible. But there is no use of losing it fast, and gaining it…

We all remember the hardcore training scenes from the movie Rocky IV where Stallone trains in the bitter Russian cold to prepare himself for the match against what seemed like…

What we call as the ‘Desi Gyms’, is something which the westerners refer to as the ‘Old School Gyms’. And there has been a constant debate on which is better.…

Though nose bleeds aren’t common, but some lifters going extremely heavy may experience it. But most of such nose bleeds aren’t serious and temporary in nature. They mostly resolve on…

Videos of lifters passing out/blacking out/fainting during heavy intense lifts like deadlifts and squats, are quite common on the social media. This phenomenon is often seen when a person is…

Competitive bodybuilding is an extreme sport, and there are no doubts about this. In order to be ready for the D-day, a bodybuilder goes through hell, in virtually every possible…

Ye Gym Waali body nakli hoti hai, asli body banti hai desi akhara mein!! Ye powder waali nakli body hai!! Humare zamane mein hoti thi asli body, aajkal to saare…

What video, picture, program or article will attract more eyes in fitness? The one promising a chiseled physique with a sharp set of 6-pack abs. Try adding the promise of…

When the country woke up with news of another shocking news of a heart attack, this time of the famous Indian comedian, Mr. Raju Srivastava, the question again, on everyone’s…

A new fitness trend on the same lines is making news on social media now a days, and gaining millions of views. it’s called “Dry Scooping”. Taking a pre-workout supplement…

This is one query I get virtually every day either in my live sessions, or on the regular comments on my videos on various social media platforms. What is the…

“Pullovers” is a brilliant old school exercise movement which over the years has lost its sheen in this new era of high tech fitness. Not many people are seen performing…

Squatting is one of the primary human movement pattern. Squat as such is a closed chain kinetic chain movement, which has a direct transfer to various sporting movements, as well…