A Practical Guide to Hypertrophy
In the most basic terms, Hypertrophy refers to an increase in the size of a muscle. This increase in size is due to multiple factors, the most important of which…
Tri-Sets: Part 2
In this article, we will discuss five variables that can be manipulated in order to change the stimulus created by Tri-Sets.A Tri-Set is performed by completing three exercises in succession,…
Pull-up Pyramids
Pull-up Pyramids The Pull-up Pyramid is an effective method for building work capacity and strength in the upper body. I was introduced to pull-up pyramids by Hall of Fame Wrestling…
Weighted Pull-up & Weighted Dip Workouts
Weighted Pull-ups and Weighted Dip are arguably the most effective exercises for developing functional upper body strength. The following is a brief explanation of several training methods that can be…
Training Methods Series: Part 10 Pre & Post-Exhaustion
Pre & Post-Exhaustion Complete a single joint exercise followed immediately by a multiple joint exercise and then immediately return to the single joint exercise. The second set of the single…
Training Methods Series: Part 9 Post-Exhaustion
Post-Exhaustion Post-Exhaustion is based on the same principle as Pre-Exhaustion, it just approaches the problem from a different angle. The problem of incomplete stress on larger muscle groups still exists.…
Training Methods Series: Part 8 Pre-Exhaustion
Pre-Exhaustion The concept behind The Pre-Exhaustion Method is as follows, during a compound exercise (multiple joint), the larger muscle groups are not completely taxed, this is due to the limited work…
Training Methods Series: Part 7 Circuits
Circuits The term "Circuit" typically refers to a training method including 5-12 exercises, completed in succession with little to no rest. Circuits can be completed by performing a prescribed number…
Training Methods Series: Part 6 Giant Sets
Giant Sets Complete four or more exercises consectivley with no rest between exercises. Giant sets are typically comprised of exercises focused on a single muscle group, this differentiates them from…
Training Methods Series: Part 5 Tri-Sets
Tri-Sets To perform a Tri-Set, complete three exercises in succession with no rest between exercises. Tri-Sets are an effective means of boosting intensity (more work in less time) and completing…