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Creating a Monster Wide Back with IFBB Pro Shawn Smith
Here's the deal: Shawn Smith is massive. Furthermore, he has an enormous back. You don't get that sort of muscle mass from petting kittens. You get it from heavy and brutal training sessions. Ones like this one. Check it out.
Published on: Apr 8, 2022 -
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Published on: Aug 1, 2021 -
5 Keys to Building an Olympia-Caliber Physique
IFBB pro Derek Lunsford, the 2019 Olympia 212 Bodybuilding runner-up, shares his secret weapons for a body that not only wows onstage but also takes home medals.
Published on: Oct 8, 2019 -
Eat Like This And Grow Forever
It's easy to get overwhelmed by all the complicated diets available these days. This simple but effective balanced-macro approach can serve as a foundation of a nutrition plan that's just right for you.
Published on: Jul 3, 2018 -
Lift Like This And Grow Forever!
Not every training approach from pro bodybuilders works for the rest of us. But this one does! IFBB pro & Animal athlete Derek Lunsford will help you organize your training to maximize hypertrophy and minimize injury.
Published on: Sep 19, 2017 -
Annihilate Every Pec Fiber With This Hardcore Chest Workout
Chase the pain for bigger gains with this pec thrash from Vincenzo "MASS" Masone and IFBB Pro Roman "Rex" Fritz!
Published on: Aug 30, 2017 -
Prepare Yourself. It's Animal Chest Day!
This is simple, strong lifting at its finest, presented by two of the giants of modern bodybuilding. Watch, learn, and grow.
Published on: Jul 30, 2017 -
The Cage: How To Prepare For The Toughest Set Of Your Life
Being invited to lift in The Animal Cage is a big deal. Some of the strongest people in the world will be watching, along with a rapt crowd. Here's how one powerlifter prepared for the event.
Published on: Jun 29, 2017 -
Get Thicker And Wider: The Hardcore Chest-And-Back Workout
When these two Animals hit the gym, they wear knee sleeves for elbow sleeves. To build that kind of upper-body mass, all you need is big volume, a big appetite, and a serious tolerance for pain.
Published on: May 29, 2017 -
Big On A Budget: Minding Your Macros With John Jewett
You want to get big, but you only have $50 for groceries this week? IFBB pro John Jewett has a secret ingredient to get you there. It's cheap, it goes down easy, and it tastes like…well, let's not spoil the surprise.
Published on: Apr 17, 2017 -
Old School Delts With Frank "Wrath" McGrath
No matter what anyone tells you, there's no perfect workout. There's just you and a lot of weight to be moved. Here's how Frank McGrath kills shoulders with only his intuition to guide him!
Published on: Jan 8, 2017 -
Evan Centopani's Switched-On Back Workout
With one simple tweak, this bread-and-butter barbell routine becomes easier on your lower back but harder on your muscles. You need to know this!
Published on: Dec 5, 2016 -
The Ultimate Mass-Building Shopping Trip
You definitely want to see what Frank "Wrath" McGrath puts in his grocery cart when he has an unlimited budget.
Published on: Nov 16, 2016 -
Iron Intelligence: Day 54 - Chest And Triceps
Two more workouts to go until Phase 3 hits you like a truck. Head into the weekend feeling like you've truly pushed yourself.
Published on: Nov 3, 2016 -
Iron Intelligence: Day 31 - Back And Biceps
You're back in action with a classic bodybuilding workout. If you've been missing your curls, enjoy. But get ready to pull heavy first.
Published on: Nov 3, 2016 -
Iron Intelligence: Day 10 - Chest
Just two moves today; that's all you'll be doing. Hit both of them with everything you've got, and don't be afraid to ask for a spot.
Published on: Nov 3, 2016 -
Iron Intelligence: Day 9 - Rest
During Iron Intelligence, you'll lift big, eat bigger, and rest like you've earned it. Because you have! Make the most of today's downtime so you can be at full power tomorrow.
Published on: Nov 3, 2016 -
Iron Intelligence: Day 20 - Rest
During Iron Intelligence, you'll lift big, eat bigger, and rest like you've earned it. Because you have! Make the most of today's downtime so you can be at full power next week.
Published on: Nov 3, 2016 -
Iron Intelligence: Day 24 - Chest
Just two moves today; that's all you'll be doing. Hit both of them with everything you've got, and don't be afraid to ask for a spot.
Published on: Nov 3, 2016 -
Iron Intelligence: Day 65 - Quads
Back at it! No rest for you, animal. Today, you'll head right into hard leg training. Earn your rest day tomorrow!
Published on: Nov 3, 2016