Archive for Programs
Then Vs. Now: Two Different Approaches to Muscle Gain
Don’t give up on your goals because conventional advice hasn’t worked for you.
Program Review: German Body Comp for Athletes
A closer look at one of owner and head coach Zach Trowbridge’s favorite “get lean fast” programs, courtesy of Charles Poliquin.
My First Boot Camp of 2012
Get a jumpstart on an aggressive fat loss goal with a short but intense nutritional boot camp to get your body burning through stubborn fat.
Guest Blog: The Human Diet
Some perspective on the Paleo diet from a long-time AST client and reformed vegetarian, Mary Turner.
5 Essential Squat Variations
Explore 5 alternatives to the standard barbell squat and reap the reward of bigger, stronger thighs.
Strength Training for Endurance Athletes
Although the idea of strength training to support recreational sports and activities is not new, there are still those who buy into several long-standing myths about training with weights. At the top of the list are endurance athletes.
My Body Transformation Part 5: Days 25-32
The end of the first phase, with a decrease of 4% BF and a significant amount of muscle gained in only 32 days.
My Body Transformation Part 2: Days 1-8
After the first 8 days I’ve made a few small adjustments to the original plan, but nothing major. Overall I’m pleased with the progress and I think I will be happy with the end result.
My Body Transformation Part 1: The Setup
The following is a breakdown of a 32-day protocol I am using to drop my bodyfat by about half to get lean for summer. While I hate the work involved in a diet, I also would rather get it over with.
Simple Glute Activation Movements
The glutes get a lot of attention for their aesthetics (or lack thereof), and there are a plethora of training programs and articles designed to help you “work your booty.” But what happens when you have no idea how it’s supposed to feel when you use your glutes?
