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Gain Muscle and Get Jacked

So you're ready to build some muscle? Tight.

Adding more muscle to your frame can have some pretty cool effects.

Clothes that never used to look right on you... now fit like a glove.

Heavy grocery bags now feel like dainty, feather pillows.

And people who never gave you a second glance before... want to size you up (and check you out)

But here's something else we know...

Gaining more muscle can be tough if you don't know what you're doing.

Heck, EVERYONE would be jacked and tan if it were easy.

That's why we want to make sure you get started THE RIGHT WAY.

On this page you'll find the best resources and blog posts for gaining muscle so you can start building your chest and biceps.

And finally fill out those baggy t-shirts.

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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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Why Are My Wrists So Skinny? (Build Bigger Forearms)

August 17, 2020 By Jess Billitz

Skinny wrists are fantastic for three reasons: Every watch fits, they make your biceps and triceps look massive, and you can get your hand to the bottom of a Pringles can for crumbs!

But they’re not much of a hot commodity at the gym where physique is everything.

It’s time to stop blaming lousy genetics, so keep reading to find out why your wrists are so skinny and five of the best ways to make bulky forearms a reality.

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What to Do After StrongLifts 5×5 Routine: What’s Next?

August 3, 2020 By Jess Billitz

The first few months on the StrongLifts 5×5 routine were loaded with massive gains and insane confidence. But now you’ve noticed you’ve hit a plateau and that it might be time to move on.

An intermediate muscle building plan is in your future. The only question is, “Which one?”

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Do This if You Have Big Thighs and Small Calves (The Fix!)

July 27, 2020 By Jess Billitz

Does it seem like no matter what you do, your calves will never be up to speed with your massive thighs? Then you’ve either lost the genetic lottery or you don’t know much about building impressive wheels.

And, since altering DNA is expensive, let’s review what your other options are!

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