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Jeff Nippard’s Upper Lower Size & Strength Program Review

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You push yourself through draining workouts five days a week, load up on creatine and BCAAs both pre- and post-workout, and eat more protein in a day than you used to eat in a week. And things have been going great so far. In just a few months, you’ve packed on some serious noob gains and look stronger than ever. But you know what happens next—the dreaded plateau. The weight gain slows, the muscle mass evens out, and the PRs happen less and less. Jeff Nippard knows this struggle well, but he also knows how to dig himself out of the struggle. So let’s see if his plateau-busting Upper Lower Size and Strength Program is the real deal. About the Creator – Jeff Nippard It’s 2020: Anyone looking to get jacked, shredded, or buff needs to know who Jeff Nippard is. So here’s the lowdown. View this post on Instagram Who would’ve won the NBA finals this year? I got Raptors vs Lakers. Raps in 7. Let’s argue A post shared by Jeff Nippard (@jef...
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9 Resistance Band Shoulder Exercises for Bigger Delts

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Have you always dreamt of getting those boulder shoulders you see on bodybuilders, but something was holding you back? Is the gym always too busy? Do you struggle to fit it into your schedule and have to prioritize bigger muscle groups? Well, if that sounds like you, then I might have just what you’re looking for. Today I’ll be taking you through 9 resistance band shoulder exercises, designed to give you the bigger delts you’re longing for, that you can do in the comfort of your own home. All you need is a little drive, a set of resistance bands, and a little know-how. #1. Military Press Where else to start on an article like this than with the granddaddy of shoulder exercise? Designed to build both your front and side delts, this will hit your shoulders harder than anything else around. Stand with your feet together on the middle of the band. Grip the handles and raise them to shoulder height. Your elbows should be tucked into your sides and your hands just outside s...
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Should You Stretch Before Lifting Weights? (Hold Up!)

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It seems like more and more videos pop up every day showing careless lifters at the gym completely failing or snapping up their spines when they go for a manly, one rep max. And maybe you’re worried that could be you next! In many cases, stretching is considered an easy step to take to prevent lifting injuries, but the problem is… not everyone agrees. That’s why, if you keep reading, I’m going to share some benefits and negatives to doing a few stretches before your next gym session, and whether it’s the right choice for you. The Lowdown on Stretching Stretching is the act of elongating the muscle fibers and tendons by extending them beyond their normal resting positions. It helps to improve the elasticity of the muscles and is essential for maintaining your flexibility. While helpful for anyone when it comes to keeping their body mobile and injury-free, it is especially true for people at an advanced age. Ensuring you stay flexible and supple as you get older can greatly r...
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Athlean-X Elast-X Resistance Bands Review (Worth it?)

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There’s no at-home fitness gear quite like resistance bands. They’re small enough to tuck away in a drawer, have customizable levels of resistance, and make muscle growth a reality….even when your gym is closed, or you’re short on time. So what about the Athlean-X Elast-X resistance bands? Are these resistance bands the real deal, or do they regularly go out of stock because they’re simply attached to the brand? Well, keep reading to find out! About the Manufacturer – Athlean-X View this post on Instagram My dad never had particularly good biceps. My grandfather tore his fixing a lawnmower. Safe to say I wasn’t dealt the winning ticket in the genetic lottery!! Instead, I kept working on my chin-ups until I won the flexed arm hang event at my grade school field day and ultimately learned the benefits of an eccentric curl from Arnold’s encyclopedia. The rest…as they say…is history. Now if only my calves liked curls and chins! #chinsforth...
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5 Tips to Turn Soft Muscles into Dense Hard Muscles

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Do you find yourself spending hours at the gym, but not seeming to develop that physique you’re after? So many people slave away, building their strength and size, but still aren’t happy with what they see in the mirror. While the bodybuilders and fitness models in magazines always look so hard and ripped, they find they have a softer, less emphatic physique. Now the bad news is some of that will come down to genetics, which, unfortunately, we can’t do anything about. Don’t get disheartened, though, as there is still plenty we can do to get you where you want to go, and my 5 tips to turn soft muscles into dense, hard ones will be a good first step to push you in the right direction. #1. Diet OK, let’s get the elephant in the room dealt with early. You’ve probably heard the phrase “abs are made in the kitchen, not the gym,” right? Well, that’s true for any muscle, not just your abs. No matter how hard you train, if you haven’t got your diet tailored to your needs, you’ll basi...
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