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The Dr. Muscle team includes expert fitness writers and editors supported by AI who carefully fact-check every article to deliver accurate, evidence-based insights and practical tips.

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Sneak Peek: MacroFactor Workout App Announced

From Nutrition to Fitness: MacroFactor Announces Innovative Workout App

Workout apps 2 min read

3 Best Free Workout Apps for 2025: Personal Trainer

Explore the best free workout apps for 2025 that can elevate your fitness journey. Discover unique features and insights from a personal trainer.

5 min read

Bodybuilding Pre Steroid Era: What Is It, Why It Matters, Pro Tips & More

Bodybuilding's journey traces back to ancient Greece, where athletes trained to sculpt and enhance their physiques for competition. However, the sport as we know it today took shape in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, during a period known as the pre-steroid era. During this time, athletes

Bodybuilding Basics 2 min read

Bodybuilding 8 Days a Week: What Is It, Why It Matters, Pro Tips & More

Bodybuilding "8 days a week" is a metaphor for the intense dedication required to pursue peak physical performance. This lifestyle goes beyond a typical 5-6 day workout, incorporating a complete focus on training, nutrition, and recovery. For those committed to this approach, it emphasizes pushing boundaries, cultivating mental

Bodybuilding Basics 3 min read

Bodybuilding 3 Day Fast: What Is It, Why It Matters, Pro Tips & More

The 3-day fast is an intense dietary approach within bodybuilding, designed to optimize fat loss, metabolic health, and overall fitness. During this 72-hour fasting period, bodybuilders abstain from food, encouraging the body to utilize stored glycogen and fat for energy. This article explores the 3-day fast, its preparation, benefits, potential

Bodybuilding Basics 3 min read

Bodybuilding Quiz: What Is It, Why It Matters, Pro Tips & More

Bodybuilding is more than just lifting weights; it's a comprehensive lifestyle focused on building muscle, enhancing strength, and sculpting the physique. This article explores the essentials of bodybuilding, outlining training techniques, nutrition, and mental benefits. Whether you're a beginner or experienced lifter, this guide provides foundational

Bodybuilding Basics 3 min read

Dr. Mike Israetel on Recovery for Optimal Gains: Podcast

Optimize recovery for muscle gain and fat loss with Dr. Mike Israetel on the Modern Wisdom podcast

Mike Israetel 11 min read

Dr. Mike Israetel on Fat Loss: Losing Weight Effectively

The Ultimate Guide to Getting Lean: Mike Israetel's Expert Tips on the Modern Wisdom Podcast

Mike Israetel 11 min read

Dr. Mike Israetel on Muscle Building: Hypertrophy Training Podcast

Mastering Muscle Growth: Mike Israetel's Expert Tips on the Modern Wisdom Podcast

Mike Israetel 9 min read

Bodybuilding 3 Day Full Body Workout: What Is It, Why It Matters, Pro Tips & More

In today’s busy world, finding time to commit to a comprehensive workout routine can be challenging. Enter the three-day full-body workout—a training program designed to target all major muscle groups over three sessions per week. This approach is not only time-efficient but also effective in promoting muscle hypertrophy

Bodybuilding Basics 4 min read