The Ultimate HIIT Landmine Workout With Tyler Holt
Keep your training program fresh and your body lean by combining high-intensity intervals with a classic barbell setup in this strength-building, full-body conditioning workout.
Eight Years In, Gronk Is Training For The Long Haul
From banging barbells in his basement as a teenager to famously sneaking onto a Texas high school field for a workout, the fitness exploits of Rob Gronkowski have been anything but boring. Here's how he turned his training on its head to focus on longevity in football and life.
Meg Squats Steps Up To The Platform
On the eve of her biggest comp of the year, the YouTube star and devotee of the heavy lifting life talks with us about prep, protein bars, and how good it feels to buckle down and say no to distraction.
Back and Hamstring Workout With Keto Ribeye
Today's episode is a back and hamstring workout followed by a very special post-workout meal: delicious ribeye with low-carb, keto-friendly sides.
Ask The Super Strong Guy: Is Leg Drive Important For A Good Bench Press?
The hardest part of a bench press is raising the bar off your chest. Good leg drive helps you move the bar until your strong pressing muscles can take over. Put together a leg drive bench press and prepare to break some old PRs.
What Lifters Need To Know About Essential Amino Acids
Meet the most important aminos not currently on your radar! These are the siblings of branched-chain amino acids who don't make the headlines, but should definitely make their way into your supplement arsenal.
What Are The Benefits Of Dietary Protein?
"Dietary protein" just means the protein you get from eating whole foods like beef, fish, soy, legumes, and nuts. Find out why getting most of your protein from food is a smart way to go.
What Do Our Bodies Use Protein For?
Protein is important for muscle building, but that's just the start. Our bodies use protein in lots of other ways, too.
Does Protein Powder Contain Animal Products?
Some does; some doesn't. Find out what kind of protein powder works best for you, then check the ingredient list to make sure you're getting what you expect.
Do Men And Women Need The Same Amount Of Protein?
Men and women are very different in a lot of ways, but this isn't one of them. Just like men, women need protein to build muscle. A solid foundation of protein can also help you lose weight!
Do Athletes Need More Protein?
In a word, yes. But how much more? We can't give you an exact number, but we can give you a range.
How Much Protein Is Too Much?
Short answer: when you're spending more than you can afford on it, or when it upsets your stomach.
Do I Need A Protein Supplement?
That depends on what your diet is like. They're called supplements because you only take them if you aren't getting all the protein you need from the food you eat.
What Is Whey Protein Made Of?
Whey is a byproduct of the cheese-making process, so there's going to be some dairy products in there.
Is Protein Powder Good For You?
Yes, if you choose the right ones—those with high-quality ingredients in the amounts listed on the label.
How Important Is Protein For Breakfast, And What Are Some Good High-Protein Breakfasts?
There's a lot to be said for supercharging your body with protein first thing in the day. And we have a lot of breakfast recipes for you!
Is Protein Powder Safe For Kids?
Kids tend to eat too many carbs and not enough protein. Wholesome, balanced meals can go a long way to correct that. Protein powder is just a convenient way to make sure kids get all of this nutrient they need.
How Do You Make A Protein Shake?
There's the standard "shake with water" variety, but don't hold back. Get creative!
Is Some Protein Powder Dairy Or Lactose-Free?
Some protein powders have lots of these ingredients. Some have very little. Some have none at all. You choose.
Should I Take Protein After Working Out?
That's not a bad idea, but make sure you understand the concept of the "anabolic window."
Can Protein Powder Help You Lose Weight?
It sure can—in a couple of ways!
What Is The Best Protein Powder?
This is kind of like the "what is the best protein recipe" question: The best protein powder is the one that works for you—shake after shake, meal after meal.
How Much Protein Should I Take To Build Muscle?
Depends on how much you're tearing down muscle tissue. I mean, do you even lift?
What Are The Best High-Protein Recipes?
Well, I guess you could say the best ones are the ones you enjoy eating. We've got a long list for you to try. Happy hunting!
How Much Protein Should I Take To Lose Weight?
There's more to losing weight than reducing calories. Protein helps you get there in two ways.
What Is The Best Protein Powder For Losing Weight?
Any kind of protein can help, but one kind in particular seems to be more effective.
What Is Protein?
If you weigh 154 pounds, you have about 24 pounds of protein inside of you. What is this stuff made of, and why is it called a "macro" nutrient?
Do You Need More Or Less Protein As You Age?
As you age, your body has a harder time repairing and creating muscle tissue—just when you need muscle to avoid accidents.
How Much Protein Do I Need?
This question causes a lot of confusion for some people. Find out how much you need, and when you should consume it.
What Types Of Protein Powder Are There?
There are at least 11 different kinds of protein powder. Each one meets a specific need.
Ali Holman's 20-Minute Fit
You may not have much time, but it's enough to get serious results. Ali Holman's 20-minute follow-along workouts can help anyone lean out and feel amazing, with no gym required!
Podcast Episode 53: Darryn Willoughby - Lessons from 30 Years in the Lab and on the Stage
Look him up, and you'll see a researcher who has been involved in many foundational studies in strength and supplement research. But this Ph.D. is also a bodybuilder with three decades of competition under his belt.
Podcast Episode 52: Baby Oil and Burgers with Lawrence Ballenger
When classic physique competitor, fitness model, and Team Bodybuilding.com athlete Lawrence Ballenger started oiling up his muscles 2 minutes into the conversation, we should have known what we were in for. He discusses his insane diet and protein intake, plus how to stay in ketosis on 500g of carbs a day. Then, he and Heather throw down on a burger eating competition.
Podcast Episode 51: Pauline Nordin - Lessons from 20 Years of Hard Training
The iconic fitness model and creator of The Fighter Diet reflects on her two-decade anniversary of moving heavy iron. She goes deep into her history, her recent struggles with injury, how she uses pot for recovery, and far more.
Podcast Episode 50: The Foundations of Fitness Nutrition
Registered dieticians Douglas Kalman, Ph.D., and Susan Hewlings, Ph.D., pull up to the table to discuss what they ate for breakfast, how the rest of us should navigate the perils of mealtime, and their new course on Bodybuilding.com All Access: Bodybuilding.com's Foundations of Fitness Nutrition.