Author: Chris Ritchie

The truth is simple as 2+2 – compound exercises build muscle better than isolation exercises. Compound exercises work multiple muscle groups at a time and it’s proven, that it provides a lot better results in strength and growth.A great example here is the almighty squat and deadlift – these exercises train a lot of muscle groups at the same time which provides to fantastic results in strength, growth and muscle mass gains. But don’t throw isolation exercises away… why? Read in this article. Isolation exercisesIsolation exercises work only one muscle or muscle group at the time.We usually perform these exercises…

Deadlift is one of the three most important exercises (other two are squat and bench press). Many are afraid to do the deadlift because it can hurt your back badly. Yes, that is right, but only if you perform it with wrong technique or inadequate weights. Deadlift is an easy-to-understand exercise, but even if you have mastered it, you should perform it with caution and full awareness. In this article – technique and basics. Deadlift is the only exercise in which all muscles are working at the same time! This exercise is a great testostosterone booster and it really helps…

Always dreamed to drop off some extra pounds? First, you must define your goals and understand exactly what you’re willing to do to reach them. This may seem simple, but it’s the foundation of lasting fat loss. You can’t build a house without bricks — just like you can’t lose weight without a plan. Set Your Weight Loss Goals Set realistic goals and track your progress to stay motivated. You can take progress photos, weigh yourself weekly, or journal your diet and activity. Clean Eating for Fat Loss You are what you eat — so eat what you’d like to…

Again Friday! Another party! Yoo-hoo…!!! And what most parties are based on? Of course it is beer.. and alcohol in general… Is it bad ? Can we do it both ways, and what happens to you and your body when you drink and in the morning after a hard night drinking – you will find it out in this article! After reading this article I hope you will understand how bad drinking is affecting your gains and diminishing your progress.Alcohol is empty calories. It does not have any nutrition but it has caloric value of 7 per gram of alcohol.…

Stretching is very important phase of your training! Stretching is NOT warm up and they do NOT replace each other! You should do your stretching first, and after it you can do your warm up sets. Stretching makes your muscle more flexible and really helps to prevent injuries. It also makes the blood circulation in your muscles more effective. Stretching does not increase you testosterone level – it is just not that kind of exercise! It will just prepare your body for the exercises that really can increase your testosterone level! And if you are stretched enough, you can perform…

You are no longer a beginner. It’s time to step it up — use heavier weights and gain serious mass and strength. This plan introduces assistant muscle groups and targets overall hypertrophy with a proven 3-day split. Grab it free at TPXMuscle and start your transformation today! Always begin with a proper warm-up and dynamic stretching to reduce injury risk and maximize your gains. Day 1 – Chest / Triceps / Shoulders Day 3 – Back / Biceps / Forearms Day 5 – Legs / Abs Final Tips To build muscle and support recovery: If you’re unsure how to perform…

Most of the people think that bodybuilding (muscle building, fitness or whatever) is mainly based on proper training. Well.. yes, you need to train the right way but 75-80% of the results come from eating and recovery. So basically – you can skip a workout but you should never skip a meal! You can reach your goals only with regular, everyday basis and patience. In muscle building nothing happens fast or easy – changes in your body will appear after about 4-6 months. There are four main postulates of nutrition – water, protein, carbohydrates, fat. Three of them are a…

To build big muscle, you need to train hard. But here’s the catch — more isn’t always better. Overtraining can completely sabotage your progress. While lifting heavy is essential, recovery is where real growth happens. You don’t build muscle in the gym — you build it while you sleep. If you’re stuck with slow gains or losing strength, it might not be your workout plan — it could be overtraining. 1. Overtraining Can Lead to Muscle Loss Going too hard, too often prevents proper muscle recovery. Instead of growing, your body breaks down muscle tissue. According to RxBodybuilders, one major…

Chances are, you’ve heard about anabolic steroids—and the risks they carry. But here’s the good news: there are legal steroid alternatives available that offer muscle-building benefits without the harsh side effects. They’re more affordable, less harmful, and most importantly, legal to buy. In this guide, we highlight some of the best legal steroid alternative stacks for gaining muscle, burning fat, and increasing strength naturally. 1. TriaTherm – Deca Alternative Deca is a widely known anabolic compound used for fat-burning and joint relief. TriaTherm replicates those effects naturally, helping users achieve a more defined and “cut” muscle appearance. 2. Oral Testibol…

This is the ultimate Gym Etiquette listing. Use towel to wipe the machine you were using. No one likes to lie down on a sweaty bench! Re-rack your weights. Forget all the ”It was there when I came!”, just do it! Grunting is OK, consistent screaming is not. I’m happy you’re pumped up, but it breaks my concentration if I can hear you over my music. Don’t be egoist and share the machine you are working on, no one wants to stay in line. Try not to walk in-between mirror and someone who is doing exercises. Give people their space.…