This 30 day arm challenge takes you through a number of stages that get progressively more challenging each week. The challenge begins with bodyweight exercises during week 1 that are beginner friendly. Week two introduces dumbbells, while week three blends [Read more…]
30 Day Ab Challenge Printable Spreadsheet + PDF
This 30 day ab challenge is a great way to build the habit of regular abdominal muscle training. It combines a wide variety of abdominal exercises with high intensity interval training (HIIT) to help strengthen the core muscles while burning fat. [Read more…]
30 Day Squat Challenge Printable Spreadsheet + PDF
The 30 day squat challenge is a relatively easy way for a beginner to begin incorporating a variety of bodyweight squat variations into their exercise routine. The challenge length helps build the exercise habit in the participant, increasing the likelihood that a regular exercise routine can continue to be followed after the challenge is “over.” [Read more…]
Golden Six Arnold Schwarzenegger Workout Routine
Arnold Schwarzenegger’s workout routine known as “Golden Six” is a 3 day beginner bodybuilding routine that can be run indefinitely. It was used in the early days of Schwarzenegger’s training before he started higher volume training programs. [Read more…]
36 Week, 9 Block Powerlifting Program by Your Strongest Year
This is a collection of nine 4 week training blocks published by Your Strongest Year. They amount to 36 weeks of powerlifting programming that include volume, intensity, accumulation, realization, and strength training blocks.
I think this is one of the coolest powerlifting programs offered on Lift Vault and I’m really excited to highlight it for you all. [Read more…]
Book Review: Glute Lab vs. Strong Curves: What’s the Difference?
How does the new Bret Contreras book, Glute Lab, stack up to his popular 2013 work, Strong Curves? [Read more…]
Beginner Bodybuilding Program Spreadsheet by Ripped Body (4 Day)
Designed by the smart folks at Ripped Body, this beginner bodybuilding workout routine is a great introduction to hypertrophy training for novices. The spreadsheet for this bodybuilding program for novices is based on this post shared by Ripped Body. [Read more…]