Recent articles by Stuart

No matter what training routine you adopt, equipment you use, food you eat, supplements you take, or how knowledgeable you are about the bodybuilding world

The above photograph is of John B. Patterson training in the Australian outback, in 1986. Note the concrete weight plates. This photograph was published on

From 40 years experience, here are five of the key bodybuilding lessons I’ve learned: BODYBUILDING LESSON #1 For much of my youth, muscles were more

The term “hard gainer” has been much misunderstood and misinterpreted by many bodybuilders. And they have paid a heavy price. Some bodybuilders use their self-determined

Muscle growth isn’t a hit or miss activity. It’s planned. If you put together an intelligent program, tailor it according to your own individual recuperative

A. Strategies for the Long-Term . . . continued   TACTIC #3Video tape your physique Having yourself on photographic prints or slides is one thing.

B. Daily Units of Training and Living Building big muscles, and then bigger muscles still, depends on an organized plan of action—broken down into daily

GETTING SUPERVISION A training partner—someone who trains with you—is likely to be your most practical option. Either alternate sets (especially if your training programs are

To improve your bodybuilding workouts, and your muscle-building progress, apply these 20 tips:   BEFORE THE WORKOUT 1. Find a reliable training partner who has

Marvin is a marvel because, at 56 years old, he’s in fantastic condition. But he’s not a genetic freak, or stoked up on drugs. He’s