The 6 Best Exercises for a Brawnier Back
A broad, well-defined back is a cornerstone of any well-rounded physique. But that’s not the only reason to…
The 8 Best Exercises for Upper Body Strength
For fitness purposes we can roughly divide the body into three sections: the lower body (legs), the core…
How to Massively Improve Your Bench Press
The bench press, star of chest day, has long stood as the de facto measure for a lifter’s…
Yes, Creatine Benefits Include Reversing the Effects of Sleep Deprivation and Stress
Put another way, the science shows us that creatine’s ability to benefit your brain is at its best…
Here’s How to Get Enough Protein in a Day
“For most healthy people, higher protein diets are safe and well tolerated. But if your overall calorie intake…
France’s Cap Ferret Is Far More Than the ‘French Hamptons’
My final night in Cap Ferret happened to fall on the evening of the village fête, which traditionally…
Online Gambling Is Ruining Sports Bars
Seeing Jon Hamm on my TV screen is usually a welcome experience. It means that I’m either watching…
The Real-Life Diet of Anthony Fantano, Who Copes With Discourse-Induced Stress by Working Out
The thing is, my dad, when he was at his peak of competitive strength, he was benching 600…
Can Strength Training Replace Viagra?
In a world obsessed with visible gains—bigger biceps, chiseled abs, sharper jawlines—it’s easy to forget about the ones…
I Quit Caffeine for Good. Here’s What I Learned
On what was supposed to be my first day of caffeine abstinence, my girlfriend woke me up, as…