Increasing skeletal muscle mass, or muscle hypertrophy, is a critical aspect of human performance, rehabilitation, and overall health. This biological phenomenon occurs in response to various stimuli ...

New research suggests just four sets per muscle per week may be enough to build size. Here’s how to structure an efficient, ...

Protein timing has long been treated like a ticking clock, especially among athletes and bodybuilders. You miss your post-workout shake immediately after the workout, which can waste the session, ...

Sherri Gordon, CLC is a certified professional life coach, author, and journalist covering health and wellness, social issues, parenting, and mental health. She also has a certificate of completion ...

Collagen protein has gained popularity in recent years for its benefits in skin health, joint support, and overall recovery. But does collagen protein build muscle? As a trainer and nutritionist, this ...

Strength training for a marathon helps you prevent injury and chase faster miles, but can you actually build muscle in the process? While it’s technically possible to build muscle while running many ...

Hypertrophy; you hear the term bandied about constantly on Instagram, and it's likely the reason you started lifting weights in the first place, but what does it actually mean? The scientific term for ...

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