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Should You Stretch Before Lifting Weights? (Hold Up!)

September 11, 2020 By Steve Burden

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.

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7 Proven Tips to Increase Your Overhead Shoulder Press

September 11, 2020 By Steve Burden

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.

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Jeff Nippard’s Neck & Trap Guide [Complete Review]

September 10, 2020 By Jess Billitz

A thick neck and massive traps are every bodybuilder’s dreams.

Adding mass to these muscles will help you look jacked, even without taking your shirt off (like Bear Mode). And they’ll add even more definition to a bulky chest and shredded shoulders.

But these muscles are probably the second most neglected muscles in the gym—after the calves, obviously.

And there’s a clear reason for that: A lot of guys think a few sets of heavy dumbbell shrugs each week is enough to pull off this look.

Spoiler Alert: It’s not!

Understanding the struggle of building these muscles, Jeff Nippard released his Neck & Trap Guide. Now, it’s time to find out if this program is legit!

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Jeff Nippard’s Ultimate Body Recomposition Guide [Review]

September 10, 2020 By Jess Billitz

You take your physique seriously.

You hit the gym hard five times a week, drain your muscles through absolutely grueling workouts, leave your sessions hardly able to walk, and ramp up your PRs weekly.

But now you’re caught between a rock and a hard place: You feel the results and add more plates to the bar every week, but you’re just not seeing changes when you look in the mirror.

Turns out, your workouts aren’t the problem—it’s how you’re fueling (or not fueling) your body.

Jeff Nippard’s Ultimate Body Recomposition Guide might be able to help you optimize your diet for maximum gains and help you power through workouts better than before.

Let’s find out if this guide is the real deal.

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The Jonnie Candito Linear Program for Beginners

September 10, 2020 By Steve Burden

Today, we’re going to be looking at a useful resource if you’re just getting started on your fitness journey: The Jonnie Candito Linear Program for Beginners.

This easy to follow program has three varieties, all covering strength and helping you get started whether your goal is hypertrophy, power, or control.

Oh, and did I mention it’s free?

Keep reading to find out what the Jonnie Candito Program for Beginners entails.

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