Many people believe Aspartame is bad for you. The truth is that Aspartame is not bad for you. Despite what the media outlets may claim, this substance is extremely safe to consume. This artificial sweetener does not cause weight gain, obesity, brain damage, neurological disorders, birth defects, vision loss or cancer. Unless you have the disease PKU, you can safely consume it. Continue reading Is Aspartame Bad for You?
In this article I will discuss the popular types of trainers you might encounter at a local gym or in your community. By learning about the most common trainer archetypes, you will be warned what to avoid and what to consider when selecting your own personal trainer. Continue reading The 11 Types of Personal Trainers
The Trap Bar Deadlift is an excellent and underused deadlift variation. Continue reading Try the Trap Bar Deadlift for Size and Strength
Have you ever wondered, ‘why is my weight higher in the morning?’ Continue reading Why is My Weight Higher in the Morning?
How Long is a Powerlifting Meet? Regardless of the federation (USAPL, USPA, others) you choose to compete in, powerlifting meets generally take between 6 and 10 hours. A small, local meet can sometimes be about six hours, but large meets can take all day. Continue reading How Long is a Powerlifting Meet?
The Stir the Pot Exercise is a great core exercise. It is also deceptively difficult. Read on to learn some of the benefits and the proper technique for this core exercise. Continue reading Stir the Pot Exercise
Farmer Carries (or Farmer Walks) are an excellent exercise. With this simple move, you walk for a specified distance with weights in your hands. Continue reading Six Benefits of Farmer Carries
The RKC Plank is a Plank endorsed by the Russian Kettlebell Challenge. This organization promotes a plank that is quick in durati0n–usually just 15-30 seconds–instead of the typical 1-3 minute plank. Continue reading The RKC Plank: Technique, Benefits and Alternatives
This article is a guide to the weight classes in the USPA. Continue reading USPA Weight Classes
The Smolov Squat Program is an extremely intense 13 week program that is designed to help you bust through squat plateaus. Continue reading Smolov Squat Program Review: Is this Program Right for You?
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