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🤸5 Life-Changing Stretches For Desk Jockeys
Also, Derek Lunsford’s Olympia arm workout and why Arnold thinks glutamine is overrated.
Vidur Saini
July 25, 2024 • Estimated Reading Time: 6 minutes
Stuck at your desk all day? The good news is that you only need five stretches to counteract the damage of sitting. From hip openers to spine mobilizers, each move will help you reclaim your flexibility and banish discomfort. [Learn the five moves and start stretching!]
Veteran bodybuilder Tom Platz, the "Golden Eagle" of bodybuilding, celebrated his 69th birthday by flaunting quads that have defied the passage of time. Comparing photos from 1988 to 2024, it's clear that Platz's dedication to leg day remains unmatched. [Check out those quads!]
With the 2024 Mr. Olympia just 12 weeks away, the reigning champ, Derek Lunsford, is leaving nothing to chance. His latest high-volume arm workout session shows he's in peak form, blasting through sets with intensity and focus. [Get inspired by Derek!]
Six-time Mr. Olympia champ Dorian Yates breaks down why volume isn't the key to growth. His philosophy? Maximize every rep in a single all-out set to stimulate muscle like never before. [Learn from the master!]
After a surprising sixth-place finish at the 2024 Chicago Pro, Sadik Hadzovic is determined to come back stronger. Blaming a peak week timing miscalculation, he’s ready to correct course for the Tampa Pro (August 1-3). [Follow Sadik’s comeback!]
Schwarzenegger sheds light on why glutamine supplements might not be the recovery aid you think they are. Despite its popularity, Arnie explains why it's not a magic bullet for muscle enhancement. [Get Arnold’s take!]
Two-time Figure Olympia champion Erin Stern reveals her secret to building boulder shoulders using just two pieces of equipment. Whether you're at home or in the gym, this workout is a game-changer. [Try Erin’s routine!]
Wondering how much protein you really need to build muscle and lose fat? This handy calculator will help you determine your optimal daily intake based on your goals and activity level. [Calculate your protein intake!]
Check Out Hadi Choopan's Leg Workout in Prep For the 2024 Olympia🦿
Recovery Tip of the Day — Get a Massage Gun 🔫
Feeling sore after your last brutal workout? It’s time to invest in a massage gun. These handy gadgets boost blood flow, reduce muscle tension, and speed up recovery. Whether you’re battling DOMS or just need to loosen up, a few minutes with a massage gun can work wonders. Plus, it’s way more fun than foam rolling. Your muscles will thank you!
The Strength Bulletin
Turns out, pumping iron isn’t just for biceps — your brain gets a workout too. A new meta-study shows lifting weights can boost cognitive function. [Read the full study here]
Learn how to target the gluteus medius, maximus, and medius with cable kickbacks. [Check it out on Instagram]
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