Although no record of it exists in human history, the first incidence of training to failure likely occurred when a prehistoric man attempted to move a heavy rock without success. While such an activity may not fall in the category of organized training, the fact that … [Read more...]
Creatine versus cortisol by Jerry Brainum
Creatine is probably the most popular food supplement used by bodybuilders, and for good reason. It works for 80% of those who use it. The 20% for whom creatine isn't effective are usually habitual heavy meat-eaters. Red meat is the richest source of natural … [Read more...]
Concurrent training: problems and solutions by Jerry Brainum
Similar to many others, Bob Hickson opted to study exercise physiology because of his avid hobby of powerlifting. He wanted to learn the science behind what causes muscle growth, and possibly develop new and more effective ways to build muscle and strength. Luckily, … [Read more...]
Pre-exhaustion training: Does it work? by Jerry Brainum
In 1970, Arthur Jones, an entrepreneur and former filmmaker from Florida, suddenly appeared on the bodybuilding scene, and began making the heretical statement that bodybuilders were working against themselves. Jones, who had no formal training in … [Read more...]
Boosting exercise recovery and reducing muscle damage with nutrition by Jerry Brainum
Exercise provides a stimulus to promote increased gains in muscular size, strength, and endurance. Most forms of exercise are based on the progressive resistance principle, which states that to make continued muscular progress requires constantly … [Read more...]