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5 Best Bodybuilding Apps for Muscle Hypertrophy in 2024 [In-Depth Comparison]
Expert review by former competitive natural bodybuilder and trainer of physique athletes with a PhD in exercise physiology
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Popular life extension drug metformin reduces hypertrophy
If you’re into life extension, I’m sure you’ve heard of metformin. It’s a drug that inhibits hepatic glucose output and reduces inflammation in muscle. It’s among the top 10 most widely prescribed drugs in the US, and many people think it can increase healthspan and
Exercise as Medicine—Evidence for 26 Chronic Diseases
Is exercise really medicine? Yes, according to reviews by Pedersen and Saltin (2015) and Luan et al. (2019). There’s now evidence for prescribing exercise as therapy in 26 different chronic diseases. In case you’re short on time, here’s the full list: * Musculoskeletal diseases (low back pain, tendon
Diet Advice From The International Society of Sports Nutrition
The International Society of Sports Nutrition has the following diet advice for you: “A wide range of dietary approaches (low-fat to low-carbohydrate/ketogenic, and all points between) can be similarly effective for improving body composition.” In other words, you don’t need to follow a specific diet to be healthy
Getting a Custom Workout Plan is Now as Easy as Using a Dishwasher
In May, I used a Google Pixel 3 phone for the first time. I took a photo with it. The photo was sharp, with vibrant colors and a perfect background blur. I thought: “Wow, I didn’t know taking good photos was that easy now.” That’s the kind of
3 ways to get in shape fast (for when you're short on time)
Looking to get in shape fast? Short on time? You’re not alone. In a recent Australian study, 50% of inactive adults said that “lack of time” was a key issue (Hoare et al. 2017). Try these 3 tips to get in shape faster: 1. Rest 20 seconds between sets.
Dr. Muscle Web App is Here!
Having access to Dr. Muscle from the Web is our #1 most requested features, so I’m super excited to bring it to you today! From the Web app, you can now: – Upload your custom program – View and analyze your exercise data – Download your history Big thanks to our beta
Overtraining: Is It Real? How a Cardiologist and His Son Learned the Hard Way
Some people say overtraining is a myth. But according to a NY Times article, it’s very real. Dr. William Kraus, a cardiologist, and his son learned it the hard way. The Times reports: UNTIL last spring, running was going great for 15-year-old Erik Kraus. He had been training hard
Big Arms: How to Get Arms Like Arnold Schwarzenegger
Arnold Schwarzenegger had massive arms, 22 inches big at his peak. In his book The New Encyclopedia of Modern Bodybuilding, he explains how you, too, can get big arms. One of his secrets is to train them “by themselves when you are rested and strong” or “on leg days when
Top 5 sources of muscle science for nutrition, hypertrophy, and strength
I once heard that “Science is the only news” (I think it was Peter Attia, on a podcast). I’m not sure it’s the only news, but keeping current on “muscle science” sure gives you an edge when it comes to getting lean, fit, muscular, and strong. And with
Dr. Muscle is trending on Kickstarter—thanks for your amazing support!
Dr. Muscle is trending in first place in apps on Kickstarter! Thanks for your amazing support (this took us months to get ready). In the comments, backer Nicholas Bundock said: Markus (another new customer) emailed in: “Dr. Muscle is really like a personal trainer. It changes every training and makes