April 23
The Bulking and Cutting Handbook
Should I bulk or cut? It's a common (and annoying) question. Here's what you need to know before making your decision.
April 19
6 Hard Truths About Dieting
Fat loss is supposed to be tough and you need an honest appraisal of what you're up against. This is it.
April 5
Kill the Dumb Diets
What makes you fat? Insulin? The quality of food you eat? Or is it just calories in, calories out? Here's where most so-called diet gurus go wrong.
March 29
Tip: Ultra-Processed vs. Unprocessed Diets
Did we need a study for this? Probably not, but the results are still fascinating. Check it out.
March 28
Your Brain On Keto
Think the keto diet is awesome? Maybe. Maybe not. Its affects on the brain and the appetite aren't the same for everyone. Here's why.
March 27
Tip: Wheat and the Zonulin Issue
Why do many non-celiacs feel better when they drop gluten? Because gluten may not be the real problem with bread and pasta. Info here.
March 23
Tip: What Really Happens When You Pig Out
Does having a big sloppy meal kill your diet? Exactly how much fat do you gain when eat more than you should? Answers here.
March 17
Tip: The Single Most Effective Fat Loss Strategy
Take 100 people and put them on a diet. Who will be most successful? The people who do this.
March 15
How to Train Your Metabolism
You don't want a sluggish metabolism... or even a fast metabolism. You want a flexible metabolism capable of switching fuels rapidly. Here's how to get it.
March 14
Tip: White Rice or Brown?
Which one of the two, if either, is best for a lifter to eat? The answer seems obvious, but it's not.
March 13
Question of Power 4
Coach Carter tackles tricep growth, dietary restraint, and how to tell if you're ready to compete in bodybuilding. Check it out.
March 6
Ask Us Anything 03
Testosterone injection strategies, beating cravings, the best exercises, calf training, and the steroid controversy.
March 4
Tip: Carb Intake for Natural Lifters
Very low-carb diets reduce muscle gains in natural lifters. Here's why, plus a better plan.
February 28
Tip: Fat Loss and Muscle Retention
Do you have to lose some muscle to lose fat? Not really. Here are some calorie guidelines to get you started.
February 27
Tip: How Much Protein Should Natural Lifters Eat?
How many grams for hypertrophy phases? How many grams for fat-loss phases? Here's where to start.
February 26
Tip: The Insulin Factor
Every fat loss diet works via caloric deficit, but insulin plays a role too in body composition... and it's not always the bad guy.
February 22
Tip: The College Diet For Iron Addicts
What's a good diet for college kids who can't spend a lot? Get the answer here.
February 15
Tip: Training vs. Diet for Fat Loss
If you could only start by doing one thing, training first or dieting first, which would be best for long-term leanness? Answer here.
February 14
Ask Us Anything 02
We field your questions about female testosterone usage, losing fat while getting strong, and making gains on a budget.