Want Quality Gains? Try the Texas Method!
You may have heard about the Texas Method created by renowned strength coach Mark Rippetoe. You may even be considering giving the popular program a try. However, there’s one thing…
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What is Progressive Overload?
Progressive Overload is an important principle in strength training. Without progressive overload, you’ll never optimize your training potential. Most people don’t begin their training journey with the ability to lift…
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Bodybuilding — Avoid These Mistakes and Maximize Your Gains
Famous bodybuilders like Lee Haney, Dexter Jackson, Kai Green, Phil Heath, and Ronnie Coleman, Charles Glass (there’s some many great Black bodybuilders) are the epitome of muscle-building success. Their huge…
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Want Size? What Kind? Myofibrillar vs. Sarcoplasmic Hypertrophy
When you lift weights and your muscles get larger, this is called muscular hypertrophy. You probably knew that though, but did you know there are two kinds? One type is…
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Stop Tendonitis Before it Stops You! Be Aware of These Common Tendonitis Areas
Tendonitis can be hard to manage. Tendons attach muscle to bone. If you’re serious about training and you’re using principles, such as progressive overload, sometimes volume and load can take…
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CrossFit Inc Global Branding Manager Talks with Black Fitness Today Ahead of Manion-WOD to Honor Fallen Hero
On April 29th, CrossFit gyms across the country will recognize the sacrifice of 1stLT Travis Manion and complete the Manion-Workout of the Day (WOD) to benefit Travis Manion Foundation…
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What is Irradiation and How Can It Maximize Your Lifts?
A couple weeks ago I attended the Functional Range Conditioning (FRC) seminar, which focuses on training mobility. The course was a solid reminder and in some cases a perception-altering experience…
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Michael B. Jordan Gained 15 Pounds of Muscle for Killmonger Role
Wallace Has Come A Mighty Long Way!
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5 Reasons People Quit Going To The Gym
1) I don’t have time to workout It takes 21 days to develop a habit. Diligently plan out the next 3 weeks, incorporate at least 30 minutes of exercise into…
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5 Lies that Keep Ladies from Lifting
I’m not sure where these misconceptions come from, but let’s take a moment to clear them up. 1) Only men that know how to lift are in the weight room! FALSE…
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The booty theory
You have probably stopped here for one of these reasons: 1. The word “booty” in the title has incredibly entertained your senses and you like everything about booties and women…
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Your Guide To Shopping For Produce
Find out what produce you should definitely buy organic, and what is okay to buy conventionally
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