Christian Finn
Building Muscle Doesn’t Require Lifting Until You Can’t Lift Anymore
Here’s a closer look at the science of muscle fatigue and what it all means for gaining strength.
Not Getting Enough Sleep Makes it a Lot Harder to Get in Shape
Among other things, sleep deprivation has been shown to increase the loss of muscle when you go on a diet.
When You Work Out Might Affect How Much Muscle You Gain
New research sheds light on when most people should train.
This Is How Running and Cycling Affect the Way Your Body Builds Muscle
How much cardio should you do when you're trying to get stronger?
This Is How to Put On Muscle Without Lifting Super Heavy
You can train with lighter weights without missing out on any gains.
You Can Skip the Stretching and Still Get More Flexible
Strength training is a remarkably effective way to counteract stiffness.
Should You Eat Carbs to Recover After a Workout?
Failure to do so, the idea goes, is cheating your muscles and putting the brakes on recovery.
Does Intermittent Fasting Make You Lose Muscle or Fat?
Two new studies shed light on the fear that people will end up losing more muscle than they would on a regular diet.
The Two Easiest Ways to Gain More Muscle in Less Time
These methods will reduce the length of your workouts by up to 50 percent while still delivering identical gains in size and strength.
Your Body Type Should Not Determine How You Work Out
Somatotyping doesn't work. You’re better off experimenting with different approaches to diet and exercise, and adjusting what you do based on how your body responds.
Your Muscles Don't Always Need a Day of Rest Between Workouts
A new study shows that rest is not as important to muscle growth as was previously thought.
How to Lose Weight and Get Back in Shape
A personal trainer explains why you don’t need a detox, a fad diet, or a boutique workout to burn fat and build muscle.