I’ve been discussing changing exercises from time to time—even workout to workout. It can fuel hypertrophy due to variation on fiber recruitment, not to mention boredom relief; however… [Read more…]
Best Mass Move: Stretch vs. Contracted
Q: I’m wondering if adding on a stretch- or contracted-position exercise is better to activate more mass. From the hamstring- and triceps-exercise comparison studies you talked about, it looks like I should always choose stretch exercises to build the most muscle. [Read more…]
Ultimate Combo to Grow Wide—and Catch Eyes
Q: My girlfriend likes to critique my body when I ask. She’s got a good eye for proportion—and if I look good for her, I get the benefits, if you know what I mean—LOL. Lately, she’s been saying my shoulders are too flat. I need more roundness and broadness. What do you suggest?
A: When you think about it, most barbell and dumbbell shoulder exercises are lacking—inefficient to say the least, so you need a real delt-stretching combo to grow… [Read more…]