Category: Weightlifting

Looking for advice on how to build calf muscles?

Calves are those beautiful lower leg muscles that round out your physique.

They’re controversial muscles because although they look fantastic when they’re bulging, they aren’t the easiest muscle to work.

That’s because, by and large, the look of a great calf is largely due to genetics. If you win that genetic lottery, I’m happy for you. But if not, you’ll forever wonder how to make your calves bigger.

The good news is this:

It can be done.

I can help you with some targeted exercises to strengthen and grow these pesky muscles. I’ve suggested some of the best calf exercises to focus on for significant and efficient progress.

Let’s first take a look at what these calf muscles are all about, and then I’ll give you 14 ways to make yours massive. Read More

Do you know somebody who is a fitness fanatic?

They can be very difficult to buy for, in terms of gifts.

Bodybuilders and weightlifters can be very particular about what they want or need.

Help them to achieve even more by finding the perfect gifts for bodybuilders.

They are very dedicated and committed to achieving and getting results.

The thing we struggle with is finding different gifts suitable for bodybuilders.

But don’t you worry, we’ve got you covered.

No panic buying this year.

Weightlifters, just like any of us, are all different.

Some may prefer high-tech equipment.

Whereas, some bodybuilders are more generic, meaning they would be super happy with an everyday bodybuilding essential.

The things they use or need every day will do the job.

So you need a gift for your bodybuilder boyfriend?

Or, are you struggling to find gifts for female bodybuilders?

Here is everything you need to know.

From the best novelty gifts for bodybuilders to the must-have gifts.

The thing to note is that there are so many different gifts you can buy.

Whether you’re on a budget or not, you can still find the perfect present for a bodybuilder.

Obviously, asking them what they would like is a good start.

But if you get stuck for ideas, check out the ones listed below. Read More

Grip strength is something that is often overlooked.

But if people knew that improving their grip strength would improve their overall performance when lifting at the gym, would they focus on it more?

Gaining impressive grip strength will set you free, you won’t be held back anymore.

We’re here to show you how to improve your grip strength for climbing, deadlifts and all other daily tasks…like opening that pickle jar.

The best thing is you can improve grip strength at home. No need to head out to the gym to specifically train your hands.

A few simple exercises to improve your grip strength and minimal equipment needed.

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It is perfectly possible to get a gym body without ever leaving the comfort of your own home.

Working out in the house is often cheaper, quicker and may be more efficient for you than taking time out to travel to a regular gym.

In this post, I reveal all of the most effective methods for building muscle at home in 2019.

We’ll look at the basics of how muscle building works, and then look at some different exercises you can do with no equipment other than basic free weights. Read More

‘Yoga for strength training and weightlifting’ sounds like a total oxymoron, but time and time again the exercise disciplines prove to complement each other in surprising ways.

Yoga is much more physical than many suspect, and when combined with weightlifting can lead to numerous conditioning and health benefits.

While lifting focuses on strength, yoga works on your muscle endurance and flexibility.

Once you are more flexible from yoga, you will be more efficient in your lifting. And vice versa, as your general conditioning improves from weightlifting, you will be more efficient in yoga as well meaning the two work in synergy.

Unfortunately, most lifters do not give yoga a second thought.

Most would not even consider it a workout at all.

Well, they are very wrong.

Yoga can be more than just a good stretch and has numerous benefits – physical, mental and emotional.

If you’re interested in using yoga for strength and muscle gains then you’re in for a treat! Read More