Add stability to an exercise — any exercise — and you can automatically move more weight. And more weight moved means more muscle mass gained, which is exactly why the chest-supported row exercise is so great for anyone looking to build…
Cereal is a staple breakfast food. But if you’re watching your carb intake (or maybe even trying out the ketogenic diet), cereal has probably become an off-limits breakfast food. But since the food industry is constantly adapting to the latest…
If you noticed some extra definition in your lower body since you’ve hopped in the saddle, you might wonder, What muscles does cycling work? After seeing years of headlines warning that “sitting is the new smoking,” it might require a…
Whether your fitness goals are performance-related or more about how you look in a pair of jeans, get ready to meet your new favorite strength move: hamstring curls. Located south of your glutes, your hamstrings are a powerful (yet often…
If your workouts always have you moving, it may be time to add some isometric exercises to take your results to the next level. “Isometric exercises increase the target muscle’s time under tension, which is a key growth stimulus,” explains…
If you want more power in your lower body or just want to build a bigger booty, your leg days should be focused on gluteus maximus exercises. After all, the gluteus maximus is the biggest muscle in the butt —…
If you’re looking to build muscle, the benefits of protein shakes are clear: They’re a convenient and dense source of protein and can help you recover faster between workouts. But what if you’re working to shed some pounds? Are protein…
Nutella is up there with pumpkin spice lattes and Sriracha — people are crazy for it. But you’ve probably seen the photo of Nutella ingredients that went viral on the internet. Seeing the thick layers of sugar and palm oil…
Pop quiz: Can you name the five food groups? Nutrition guidelines regularly shift and evolve, so it’s easy to get confused about the basics. Even the iconic food pyramid is gone, replaced by MyPlate’s balanced plate to illustrate the five food groups.…
Strong, developed chest muscles (a.k.a. pecs) are the centerpiece of a fit physique. Not only do they look impressive, but they also make life in and out of the gym easier — whether you’re swinging opening a heavy door, pressing…