Should I Deload or Take a Week Off? [Deload Properly]
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Should I Deload or Take a Week Off? [Deload Properly]

In weight training, the concept of “deloading” is both controversial and misunderstood. Many beginners are often confused on whether they should deload or take a week off. It’s something I struggled with for a while myself. So, which is it? Should you deload in the gym or take a complete week off? In this article,…

Straight Sets vs Ramping (Ascending) Sets for GAINS
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Straight Sets vs Ramping (Ascending) Sets for GAINS

Do you want to know how to train more efficiently? Are you looking to get bigger and stronger consistently? There are two set schemes which are incredibly important for strength and muscle growth and we will compare them in this article: straight sets vs ramping sets. Straight sets are more appropriate for beginners, as beginners…

How to Build a Golden Era Physique [Step By Step]
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How to Build a Golden Era Physique [Step By Step]

Ever wondered how to build a golden era physique? Then this article is for you! When most bodybuilding fans think about the ultimate combination of size, symmetry, proportions, and aesthetics, they think of the golden era of bodybuilding. The era of legends, such as Arnold Schwarzenneger, Frank Zane, Mike Mentzer, Serge Nubret, Sergio Oliva, as…

What Weight Bench Should I Buy? [Buyer’s Guide 2021]
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What Weight Bench Should I Buy? [Buyer’s Guide 2021]

Choosing the right weight bench for your home gym in 2021 can indeed be a daunting task. With thousands of benches on the market, all with their own unique features, strengths, and weaknesses, one can get paralyzed by all the options. If you’ve found yourself wondering, “What weight bench should I buy?”, then you’ve come…

Are Barbell Rows Necessary [to Grow a BIG Back]?
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Are Barbell Rows Necessary [to Grow a BIG Back]?

One of the most fundamental strength training exercises for back development is the barbell row. However, it is also one of the most technically difficult exercises to perform. I mean, look around in the gym at people performing them and you will see what I mean (ever seen the “curl” barbell row guy? Or the…

4 Heavy Duty Weight Benches You CAN’T Break! [2022 Upd.]
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4 Heavy Duty Weight Benches You CAN’T Break! [2022 Upd.]

Finding a heavy duty weight bench to accommodate heavy lifting can be a chore, especially in todays world of never ending products. So, I spent several days researching and coming up with the four best heavy duty weight benches in 2022. I’ve filtered out the ones with structural problems, as well as ones which have…

Should I Buy a Flat or Adjustable Bench? [Buyer’s Guide]
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Should I Buy a Flat or Adjustable Bench? [Buyer’s Guide]

In the world of home gym equipment, the difference between buying a flat or adjustable bench can make or break your gains. It’s important to know exactly which one is most suited to your goals. I want to provide a resource for those looking to know the differences between a flat bench and an adjustable…

How Much Weight Can a Standard Bench Hold?
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How Much Weight Can a Standard Bench Hold?

Trying to navigate the wonderful world of home gym weight benches? You’ve probably encountered the two types of benches on the market: Olympic and standard. Many questions arise as to the difference between these, but one of the most common is, “How much weight can a standard bench hold?”. After reviewing the top 25 bestselling…

9 Easy Vegan Bodybuilding Meals You Can’t HATE
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9 Easy Vegan Bodybuilding Meals You Can’t HATE

One of the biggest misconceptions people have about going vegan is that they will all of the sudden need to become the next Gordon Ramsay for every meal. Add in the nutrient requirements for bodybuilding and people start thinking this might just be impossible! Well, it turns out there are plenty of easy vegan bodybuilding…