
A Smarter, Better Way To Build Muscle: The Dr. Muscle Manifesto
No hype, no gimmick—just science-backed workouts that grow with you using AI
No hype, no gimmick—just science-backed workouts that grow with you using AI
An honest look at MacroFactor and results from 9 users of the app: is it worth it in 2025?
Honest look with pros and cons, screenshots, price, and more
Imagine ChatGPT, but for fitness. Automated yet personal, with expert coaching and workouts unique to you—optimized to get you in shape faster, on autopilot.
I'm an exercise physiologist and biomechanist—here's my honest review of Fitbod's bodybuilding workouts after trying them
How Mike Mentzer’s high-intensity training helps you gain more muscle in less time
Full release notes (version 2.9.2897) * Added: Big checkmark on workout done * Improved: Workout recommendations * Fixed: Conflicting rest / train recommendations * Fixed: Subscription unrecognized in rare cases * Fixed: New record email sent at incorrect times * Fixed: Freeze on copy meal plan day * Fixed: Negative 1RM progress in rare cases * Fixed:
Why weight loss plateaus happen and what to do to resume fat loss
Your blueprint for optimizing muscle growth with science
Full release notes (version 2.9.2886) * Added: Meal plan recipes * Added: Adaptive meal plans (50 kcal) * Improved: Design of popups for creating exercises and workouts * Fixed: Weight reverts to previous during workouts in rare cases * Fixed: Design of chat cards and app icon * Fixed: Design of Timer settings page
Unpacking myths around protein shakes vs real food and what you really need to grow muscle
Full release notes (version 2881) * Added: Share AI analysis during account creation * Added: "Loading..." on startup * Added: Check animation after workouts done * Improved: AI analysis during account creation * Improved: Top nav bar during workouts * Fixed: Better error logging (Sentry) * Fixed: Invalid subscriptions in rare cases * Fixed: Duplicate upcoming
Stretch-mediated hypertrophy explained: What it is and how to use it for bigger gains
Full release notes (version 2861) * Added: Meal planning tips while new meal plans are loading * Improved: Timer font size * Improved: Weight progress overlay design * Improved: Workout interface and flow * Improved: Workout summary flow * Fixed: Cannot search in exercise lists * Fixed: Exercise names are cut in exercise lists * Fixed: 16 crashes
The trapezius muscle, commonly referred to as the traps, is a large muscle group that spans the upper back and neck. It plays a crucial role in various movements of the shoulders and head, contributing to both posture and upper body strength. The traps are divided into three distinct sections: