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Override Crappy Muscle-Building Genetics? (before and after photos)

Q: I’m a 65-year-old man who has done some resistance training from adolescence on. I’m pretty strong and fit but have never been able to put on much muscle. Both my parents were very thin, and I do other sports that may interfere with my recovery (mountain biking, rock climbing). Your STX workouts are good, but I need some bodybuilder bulk. Thankfully, a lot of nagging injuries from my past training have disappeared thanks to your reliance on biomechanically safe exercises, but should I be doing something more to get bigger?

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New vs. Classic POF Muscle-Building

In the previous newsletter I was answering a question about Position of Flexion, 3-move full-range training for hypertrophy…

I mentioned that the new version of POF is a split-position approach, emphasizing the ideal exercise. What that means is…

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Full Flexion for More Muscle

Q: I am just now becoming familiar with your Positions of Flexion system. It makes so much sense to work a muscle in three different planes of motion. I’ve recently seen studies that say stretch position exercises are the most damaging. Do you still recommend using them at every workout? You mention “new” POF, but how does that compare with the old version?

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You Need Heavy Sets for Muscle + Tendon Strength?

Q: I get why you prefer moderate [poundages] to build muscle as you age, but I’m concerned that some heavy sets could help build my tendons and ligaments. That seems like it would prevent injuries better and build muscle on a different level. Could I go heavy once a week?

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