Have you heard of the muscle pump? It’s a phenomenon where your muscles look bigger after a workout and you have to train a certain way to achieve it. Here’s the question. Does training in this manner boost muscle hypertrophy more?
Glutamine is a non-essential amino acid that some bodybuilders take as a supplement. By taking this supplement, they hope to gain a muscle-building advantage. But does science support this? Find out what research shows about glutamine supplements and whether it can help you get stronger or gain muscle.
Are muscle strength and size directly correlated to each other? In this article, you’ll learn how strength and muscle size are related. You’ll also discover how the type of training you do can impact strength and hypertrophy gains.
Munching on an apple is a good alternative to processed snacks. Plus, they’re rich in vitamins, minerals, fiber, and phytonutrients. Interestingly, they also contain a compound that could help you build muscles.
More people are choosing to eat a plant-based diet these days. If you’re trying to build muscle, you can do it on a plant-based diet, but it takes more planning. Here are five tips for maximizing muscle gains when you eat a vegan or vegetarian diet.
Have you ever wondered why muscles grow slower for some people than for others? Here are the four main factors that impact how quickly you see gains in muscle size when you weight train.
When we weight train, we want our muscles gain strength and size. We know that muscles need a stimulus to grow and one of those is mechanical tension. What role does mechanical tension play in helping you get more defined muscles?
Muscle damage – how important is it to prompting your muscles to grow? Do you really need to blast your muscles to see significant hypertrophy? Find out what science says about this issue.
The optimal amount of protein needed for optimal muscle growth is a contentious topic. Some experts believe the typical American diet supplies enough protein, even for athletes. However, a new study suggests that more may be better.
Quality Sleep – are you getting enough? Even if you consume enough protein and train hard, sleep can limit muscle growth and development. Find out why and what you can do about it.
Have you ever noticed that your muscles look larger after a strength-training session? It’s not your imagination. Your muscles actually ARE bigger due to the muscle pump. What causes this phenomenon and how can you get this effect?
Can circuit training alone be enough to build strength and muscle? Circuit workouts are popular because they’re time expedient and burn more calories than standard weight training due to the short rest period between exercises. But are they enough to build muscle size?
