Category: Articles

EZ Curl Bar vs. Straight Bar: Which One is the Best?
by Matt Weik, BS, CSCS, CPT, CSN
You’re not alone if you’re hitting the gym and feeling puzzled about when to use the EZ curl bar or the stra [...]

7 Health Benefits of Saffron You Never Knew
by Matt Weik, BS, CSCS, CPT, CSN
Saffron is one of the most precious spices in the world, and it has been used throughout history to flavor d [...]

What’s The Word On Peptides?
by Christian Duque
We’ve known the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) was coming for peptides for a long time. Peptides are nothing more than c [...]

America’s Top 10 Healthiest Superfoods for Men
by Matt Weik, BS, CSCS, CPT, CSN
These days, we are always on the go and rushed around trying to get everything done in a short 24 hours. It’ [...]

Is Fenugreek Something Men Should Supplement With?
by Matt Weik, BS, CSCS, CPT, CSN
When it comes to herbal remedies and natural health solutions, fenugreek stands out as a versatile and highl [...]

Should Hadi Choopan Be Banned?
by Christian Duque
I’ll be the first to say that I don’t care for poor sportsmanship. I think Hadi Choopan walking off stage before the most mu [...]

Muscular Development Magazine – Last of the Mohicans!
by Christian Duque
MD was the last bodybuilding magazine still in print, but it too, has seemingly decided to close shop on the print side. Wil [...]

The Many Health Benefits of Supplementing with Pregnenolone
by Matt Weik, BS, CSCS, CPT, CSN
In the realm of hormones, Pregnenolone often takes center stage. As a precursor to various essential hormone [...]

Olive Oil vs. Seed Oil: Which One is Healthier?
by Matt Weik, BS, CSCS, CPT, CSN
Plant oils are a pantry and kitchen staple used for cooking practices like sautéing, frying vegetables, mak [...]

If You Want to Grow Bodybuilding… Make It More Accessible
by Matt Weik, BS, CSCS, CPT, CSN
Some may feel like this article is taking shots at a certain group of people or organization. That couldn’t [...]

What are Adaptogens and Why Should You Care?
by Matt Weik, BS, CSCS, CPT, CSN
Adaptogens, encompassing various plant and mushroom species, possess remarkable properties that aid the body [...]

Gluten Intolerance: What is It and How Does it Affect People?
by Matt Weik, BS, CSCS, CPT, CSN
If you’re like me, you probably know someone who seemingly can’t seem to eat gluten-containing foods. Some o [...]

Can You Naturally Fix Your Water Retention Problem?
by Matt Weik, BS, CSCS, CPT, CSN
Have you spent more time than you care to remember in the gym building the ultimate physique only to look in [...]

Can You “See” the Benefits from Lutein & Zeaxanthin?
by Matt Weik, BS, CSCS, CPT, CSN
When it comes to your eyes, protecting and nourishing them becomes a vital aspect of your overall well-being a [...]

Better Manage Estrogen Levels with Indole-3-Carbinol
by Matt Weik, BS, CSCS, CPT, CSN
Most men are worried about their testosterone levels when there’s another hormone that can turn their muscul [...]


