When it comes to hypertrophy training—lifting weights with the goal of increasing muscle size—there’s no nutrient more frequently discussed, misunderstood, and obsessed over than protein. For anyone serious about growing muscle, whether you’re a newcomer to the gym or a… Continue Reading
When it comes to hypertrophy – the process of increasing muscle size through resistance training – few debates are as persistent or as polarising as the one between training volume and training intensity. Walk into any gym or browse any… Continue Reading
When stepping into the gym with the goal of building muscle, many lifters focus on key variables like volume, intensity, and frequency. But there’s another crucial – and often overlooked – factor that plays a significant role in hypertrophy: exercise… Continue Reading
The bench press is one of the most fundamental exercises in any strength training or bodybuilding regimen. This compound movement primarily targets the pectoral muscles, triceps, and anterior deltoids, making it essential for upper body development. Despite its popularity, many… Continue Reading
Muscle hypertrophy, the enlargement of skeletal muscle fibres, is a primary goal for bodybuilders and those wishing to improve their level of fitness. Understanding the science behind this process can help optimise training regimens, nutrition strategies, and overall lifestyle choices… Continue Reading
Achieving optimal results in hypertrophy training requires a comprehensive approach that encompasses not only a rigorous training regime but also a nutrition plan. Pre and post-workout nutrition play pivotal roles in enhancing performance, promoting muscle growth, and facilitating recovery. By… Continue Reading
Building muscle without constantly adding lifting heavier weight is not only possible but can lead to impressive gains in muscle size and strength. While progressive overload—gradually increasing the amount of weight lifted—is a common approach in muscle building, there are… Continue Reading
In Hypertrophy training the emphasis often revolves around the gym—pushing weights, mastering form, and chasing personal bests. But beyond the bench press and bicep curls, an essential factor often overlooked is the role of sleep. Let’s delve into how sleep… Continue Reading
You may be aiming to increase the strength and size of your back. The back is a large grouping of muscles that takes a lot of effort and determination to strengthen and grow. It often takes high volume training to… Continue Reading
There are some common mistakes that are made when building the chest up. They are repeated far too often and yet correcting them will make a huge impact on your overall mass and strength development. We have set out the… Continue Reading