If you look at the best jeans a man should wear for his body type, you’ll see there’s a pretty big difference between the things a shorter, stockier man should look for compared to a taller, lankier guy. What does that have to do with fitness? The same idea carries over to the weight room, too. Height plays a major role when
It may look simple, but you're using your own strength to pull your body up and the pull-up engages all major muscle groups. It strengthens your arms and shoulders, back muscles, overall body strength and has significant benefits on your mental health too, as you pull your body into position. If you rotate between only overhand, underhand, and neutral-grip pull-ups,
If you’re looking to add mass quickly, multi-angular tri-sets are a great way to build muscle. Focusing on your back, shoulders, chest and arms will add the necessary width for that desirable V-shaped torso, so you’ll be ready to impress at your next formal occasion. An abs regime is all very well, but if it’s the perfect V-shaped torso to
While intense workouts can lead to positive physical adaptations, including improved fitness and body composition, when done too frequently or without a focus on form, they have the potential to lead to negative health outcomes including overtraining and injuries. These workouts will get you shredded in no time! What you can expect from practically any intense workout is a serious
We all know wisdom isn’t the only thing that comes with age. Our bodies change, too. But some of the things women associate with the tip over 40—muscle loss, a slowed metabolism, stubborn fat, lower energy—don’t have to be your destiny. There are plenty of ways to maximize your results. What follows is a high-intensity workout and training guide for lasting fitness. This full-body circuit that targets
There is only one body-weight exercise you can think of for hitting pecs—pushups—and those get old after a while. Why pushups? It’s both their simplicity (everyone knows them; they require zero equipment) and that they test strength and cardio capacity. Pushups are the ultimate adapter exercise. They can be done anywhere. They recruit more than half the muscles in the
When it comes to marquee moves, none grant you bigger bragging rights than the pull-up. Many people, even strong athletes, think it’s impossible to master. When they finally get there, it's like earning a badge of honor. Yes, there’s the pride. But the exercise is also worth building up to for its physical benefits: It engages the core, quads, glutes, and
Whether you’re just beginning your weight loss journey or you’re trying to drop those last five pounds, getting rid of excess body fat can be a challenge even if you don’t have added stress. Trainers know the key to sculpting a lean, chiseled physique: consistency. You need to push your limits a few times a week, every week, with workouts that
A kettlebell is a perfect tool for a 15-minute, busy-guy workout. You can do a kettlebell workout in minimal space, and it’ll make you feel more primal than throwing around dumbbells. Plus, a 15-minute kettlebell workout is great for burning plenty of calories in minimal time. Kettlebells also boasts a few advantages over dumbbells. Picking up a kettlebell mimics the motions
Is your back workout not delivering the results you expect? If your efforts to create a well-defined rear view are leaving you less than impressed, perhaps its time for a new approach — a “friendly takeover” of your regular routine may be in order, shaking non-responsive muscles out of their complacency and into higher levels of performance. This top-down approach
