Basic But Effective Chest and Back Workout

Simple is in. Minimalism is the new buzzword floating around and I for one have always been a fan before it was trendy. Most problems have simple answers (not easy, but simple). Your training should be no different. This basic but effective chest and back workout possesses that principle. It's not hard to see the … Continue reading Basic But Effective Chest and Back Workout →

Dumbbell-Only Better Arm Workout

When I was asked to make a muscle back in my competitive days I would invariably hitch my sleeve up and squeeze. Nowadays we want to be lean with six-pack abs. We no longer want huge guns, but leaner, more muscular bodies. However, arms are still a mainstay. With this dumbbell-only arm workout, you can … Continue reading Dumbbell-Only Better Arm Workout →

Leg Workout for a Tender Back and Knees

I had a good workout today and I just wanted to share it with you. As someone who has some tender spots in my back and a few twinges in my knee training my lower body can be a constant frustration. Not only do I love training legs I also feel like a great lower … Continue reading Leg Workout for a Tender Back and Knees →

Build Muscle with the Skinny Advantage

In this new Breaking Muscle Podcast host Tom MacCormick and I discuss genetics, muscle gain for the drug-free lifter, filtering information, and my favorite way to train to build muscle as quickly as possible. Check out the podcast here.

How I Worked Out On Chemotherapy

Thinking back some 15 years ago or so undergoing nine months of chemotherapy during the so-called "prime" of my life brings on feelings of both "holy crap, that was a long time ago" and "man, it still feels close to home." We all have similar episodes in our lives where we wonder where the time … Continue reading How I Worked Out On Chemotherapy →

Build Your Best Physique Weeks 13 to 18

If you've been following along for the past few months you're well entrenched in the Build Your Best Physique programs weeks 1 to 6 and weeks 7 to 12. If it's been working for you and you've enjoyed the program then by all means don't change a thing. Keep going. But if you're ready to … Continue reading Build Your Best Physique Weeks 13 to 18 →

Build Your Best Physique Weeks 7 to 12

So by now, you've been on the first six weeks of the Build Your Best Physique Program (weeks 1 to 6). You should have a firm grasp of the basics and have built a bit of a foundation of strength. By focusing on the big compound movements for six weeks and taking either a break … Continue reading Build Your Best Physique Weeks 7 to 12 →

Build Your Best Physique: Bodyweight Workout

Phase 1 of Build Your Best Physique workout has you mainly performing traditional, no-frills exercises easily done in most gyms. However, I often get questions pertaining to how to modify workouts when certain equipment isn't available or because of crowded gyms. Additionally, many want bodyweight alternatives when on the road or training at home. With … Continue reading Build Your Best Physique: Bodyweight Workout →

Your Training Should Be Generic (Not Complicated)

What does it take to get a college degree? How do you improve your distance while running? How can you gain more muscle or lose body fat? The answers to these questions aren't all that complicated. Concepts such as putting in the hours, having focus, and possessing discipline, consistency, and a hard work ethic are … Continue reading Your Training Should Be Generic (Not Complicated) →

Build Your Best Physique Weeks 1 to 6

If you need a new beginning, come back to training after a long layoff, or are 30 or 40-something and want to follow a no B.S. plan then this is for you. We've already listed a few principles to establish a foundation, but now it's time to get down to business. The following program starts … Continue reading Build Your Best Physique Weeks 1 to 6 →