Be Big, Be a Builder – A People Builder
In my experience, the best results and workouts come from creating an atmosphere of encouragement, in the gym, at work and in relationships. You’ll be surprised at just how many times the encouragement...
View ArticleDave’s Locker Room Training June 28 ‘11
My weight Monday morning (yesterday) was 217 pounds. That is 26 pounds from my goal of 190 by September 1st. It was chest and back day… my shoulder felt pretty good today so I decided to go for incline...
View ArticleMind Games – Keys to Progress
Why I succeed? I succeed because I’m willing to do whatever it takes (WEIT). I fight against all odds. I sacrifice. I refuse to be shackled by fear, insecurity, doubt or lack of competence. I feel...
View ArticleDragon-Slayer On the Hot Seat
The Dragon-Slayer, former Bodybuilding champion and businessman, Rich Gaspari is going to be doing a photo shoot with King-of-the-lens photographer, Michael Neveux in the Iron Man studio tomorrow, July...
View ArticleBlast Through the Pain Barrier and Build Muscle Faster
Most strength athletes know there’s a line in the sand that challenges them in their workouts. Cross it and muscle growth is assured––even geometric. Cross it and you enter the growth threshold. That’s...
View ArticleMy Personal Physique Transformation
I began a my own personal transformation on February 6, 2012 and my results thus far are better than I could have expected, so I decided to share my story with you. I was 215 pounds on the day I began....
View ArticleCan a Gun Held to Your Head Build a Better Body?
No I’m not crazy. The imagined threat of a gun held to your head was a favorite mental tactic of Arthur Jones—the founder of High Intensity Training principles. I got it put to that test by Mike...
View ArticleBack Training–Squeeze for Better Muscle Growth
A lot of people seem to have trouble getting their back to grow or binging out the thickness and detail. Back is one body part that I feel you need to control the form with. Most “hardcore mass...
View ArticleDelicious Protein Dessert Recipes
As I continue my transformation progress one thing I’ve found is that it’s absolutely crucial to have some healthy snack and desserts that satisfy your cravings. It’s also a great variation over a...
View ArticleHigh Intensity Training Mike and Ray Mentzer Style
Mike Mentzer (November 15, 1951 – June 10, 2001), Ray Mentzer (August 2, 1953 – June 12, 2001). Remembered for their contributions to bodybuilding and their influence on how people train forever. Of...
View ArticleGood Immune System, Better Gains
There’s no question that if your immune system is compromised, your muscle gains will be too. That’s especially true as people age and their bodies don’t function as efficiently as possible. Look at it...
View ArticleErika Schwegler – Iron Man’s Swimsuit Spectacular
Photography by Michael Neveux Special thanks to Kimberly Hill and Eileen Sandoval for the hair and makeup stylings. Swimwear by Colleen Kelly Designs (www.SexySwimwear.com) Thanks to Michael Jude...
View ArticleChicken-Lickin’ Good!
This is a staple meal in our home, especially after a beastly leg or back workout. It’s healthful and full of clean carbs and protein, and it makes for a great bulking meal—especially if you up the...
View ArticleGoodin’s Arm-Training Secrets
Q: Every time I see photos of you, I’m amazed at the size and shape of your biceps and triceps. Do you have any arm-training secrets for us mere mortals? A: Thanks for your kind words. I have to say...
View ArticleNo Link: T Therapy and Heart Attack Risk
Previous research on the effects of testosterone therapy on cardiovascular outcomes has yielded inconsistent results. Jacques Baillargeon, from the University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston, and...
View ArticleHow Many Sets and Reps?
Q: There are so many different views on training that I am confused. Is it best just to stick with eight to 10 reps? A: When it comes to lifting weights, the first question bodybuilders ask is, “How...
View ArticleThe Light, Heavy and Medium System
Knowing how to use the heavy, light and medium system is extremely important to long-term success in strength training and bodybuilding. The concept is rather simple — a heavy session in the weight...
View ArticlePec-centric Benching
Walk into almost any gym on a Monday night, and you’ll see at least 80 percent of the guys training chest, with most of them blasting out set after set of barbell bench presses. Without a doubt most...
View ArticleMy Leg Workout With Branch Warren
Let me begin by saying that I train very hard, and pride myself on that. I am not and never have been the strongest man (relative to the elite in strength), but my intensity is always high. I am all...
View ArticleFrank Zane’s Let’s Grow
You’ll be sadly mistaken if you think of Frank Zane’s new book, Let’s Grow, as yet another addition to a library of bodybuilding books. Simply put, he knocks the ball out of the park with a hit that...
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