The best upper-body workout should consist of a series of exercises. Whether you’re after a big chest or ripped-off arms, you need constant stimulation to keep your muscles guessing. Some of the best upper-body exercises involve equipment like barbells, dumbbells, and machines, but others simply require your own body weight or resistance bands. Believe it … Read more
The irony of many popular ab exercises, like crunches and ab exercises, is that instead of building a solid core that supports the back and prevents long-term discomfort, they actually lengthen your back, which can contribute to back problems in the long run. And let's face it: There's no point in working your abs if … Read more
You should never feel humiliated in the gym. You’re there to better yourself, after all. That’s why the first step in finding your groove is working out in an environment that makes you feel comfortable and motivated. That said, there are some awkward exercises even the most secure gym goers aren’t thrilled to do in a … Read more
If you’re hoping to broaden your shoulders and build muscle to look great in a T-shirt, develop a V-shaped body to highlight your abs, or simply have a rounder upper body to go with your muscular legs and strong glutes, you’ve come to the right place. Jennifer Ventriglia, CPT, founder of Blueprint Athletics, a personalized … Read more
Legs are one of the most stubborn body parts for men to see a radical change in. If you're just starting out on a muscle-building regimen—hoping to grow chicken legs, wear cropped running shorts, and achieve muscle definition like Cristiano Ronaldo—building your leg muscles starts with the basics. “In any beginner program, less is more,” … Read more
Do you spend hours in the gym trying to get that horseshoe shape in your triceps? To do this, you need to focus on all three heads: the lateral head, the medial head, and the long head. The good news is that you don't need heavy weights, or any weights at all, to strengthen and … Read more
While bulking up your legs and glutes can be as simple as using a pair of dumbbells for Romanian deadlifts (RDLs) or split squats and kettlebells for goblet squats, most people think bulking up your breasts requires a bench. But chest day doesn’t mean you have to park your butt on a bench for the … Read more
When you look at Hollywood's biggest men, like Arnold Schwarzenegger, John Cena, and Dwayne Johnson, you probably think they were born with huge arms, huge legs, toned abs, and huge backs. While genetics play a role, the truth is that everyone starts somewhere. As a beginner, it can be tempting to stick to arm exercises … Read more