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How to Not Get Injured While Training Over 50

Ken "Skip" Hill
Tagged: Bodybuilding
As 50+ competitors, we have different rules to follow in order to the play the game. Choose wisely—you only have one life.
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Bodybuilding for the Powerlifter: Extra Workouts

Ben Pollack
Tagged: Bodybuilding
Extra workouts, if programmed right, can kick your training and results up a notch.
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Programming For Everyone

Ashley Jones
Tagged: Bodybuilding
Anyone, regardless of experience, should be able to program workouts for themselves. Once you understand your goals, use these easy tips to build a program that delivers results.
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Do LESS of These 10 Things to Increase Your Progress

Ken "Skip" Hill
Tagged: Bodybuilding
Your best progress will usually be found outside your comfort zone or by doing something you haven't done before.
16-Week Powerlifting/Bodybuilding Hybrid Program

16-Week Powerlifting/Bodybuilding Hybrid Program

Pete Stables
Tagged: Bodybuilding
If you have an equal love for bodybuilding and powerlifting with a goal to become bigger and stronger, this program is for YOU.
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The TEAM SKIP Training Protocol of 2022

Ken "Skip" Hill
Tagged: Bodybuilding
I'm tired of answering questions about TEAM SKIP Training. Here's the updated version, for free. You're welcome.
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Observation is a Master Teacher

Eric Maroscher
Tagged: Bodybuilding
He seemed like he was from another planet, a planet where the gravity was turned all the way up, and all its inhabitants were strong, powerful, and muscular.
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The Optimal Bodybuilding Split

Ben Pollack
Tagged: Bodybuilding
The biggest mistake I see among lifters is rushing into advanced training too soon. Let's back up for a minute.
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3 Training Rules to Throw in the Trash

Ken "Skip" Hill
Tagged: Bodybuilding
When you get to the point that you know what works and what doesn’t, or you are limited by injuries, the rules need to change.
Skip’s 10 Questions for God

Skip’s 10 Questions for God

Ken "Skip" Hill
Tagged: Bodybuilding
God, I know you’re busy answering all of these prayers from people wanting baseball to start (thank you, by the way), the war in Ukraine...
Beyond Mountains, There are Mountains

Beyond Mountains, There are Mountains

Eric Maroscher
Tagged: Bodybuilding
Is bodybuilding a lifestyle, a sport, or two mutually exclusive things? Learn how the greats used hypertrophy along their journey.
I Am Dani LaMartina

I Am Dani LaMartina

Dani LaMartina
Tagged: Bodybuilding
Who's Dani? Where is she from? What are her passions? What is she accomplishing in her practice and lifting career? She tells you here.
Thank You Andy, Tony, and Dickhead Steve Jones

Thank You Andy, Tony, and Dickhead Steve Jones

Ken "Skip" Hill
Tagged: Bodybuilding
I am quite sure that I am not the only one who has had people influence my motivation, positively or negatively. Here are my three.
The Gravitas of Dave Draper

The Gravitas of Dave Draper

Eric Maroscher
Tagged: Bodybuilding
The iconic golden-era bodybuilder, Dave Draper, passed away on November 30th. Read more about his life, legacy, and impact on bodybuilding.
5 Things Bodybuilders Should NOT Do After 50

5 Things Bodybuilders Should NOT Do After 50

Ken "Skip" Hill
Tagged: Bodybuilding
You don't have much time to waste or lose when chasing physique ideals at this age. Remember, you're no longer in your 20s or 30s. Step up!
Have Enough Competitors Died Yet?

Have Enough Competitors Died Yet?

Ken "Skip" Hill
Tagged: Bodybuilding
You might not be there yet, but as more people die you will feel the impact. Hopefully, you'll question what you are doing.
5 Things I Didn't Expect to Learn from Bodybuilding

5 Things I Didn't Expect to Learn from Bodybuilding

Matt Mills
Tagged: Bodybuilding
I never thought in a million years I'd compete in bodybuilding. The experience proved to be worthwhile and serves all facets of my training.
Newbies Grow Fast

Newbies Grow Fast

Alex Loder
Tagged: Bodybuilding
Here's a realistic case study that'll fit your situation a lot better than actual research results. Newbie gains aboard!
Bicep Barbell Finisher: Countdown Sets

Bicep Barbell Finisher: Countdown Sets

Zach Trowbridge
Tagged: Bodybuilding
Many of my clients have a love/hate relationship with this finisher technique. Use it for other body parts, too! Here's what to do...
Giant Sets for Size and Strength

Giant Sets for Size and Strength

Matt Mills
Tagged: Bodybuilding
Skimping out on accessory work because you don't have enough time? Get a nasty pump with giant sets and kiss your time constraints goodbye.
Exorcising the Demons

Exorcising the Demons

Ken "Skip" Hill
Tagged: Bodybuilding
After doing contest prep for thousands of clients over the last twenty years (real years, not rounding up ten years like a lot of online prep guys), here are some of the more common demons that competitors face to get insanely shredded.
The Mental Game

The Mental Game

Harry Selkow
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I Know Shit

I Know Shit

Ken "Skip" Hill
Tagged: Bodybuilding
What's common knowledge to me may in fact be new to you...so here you go: Thirty-five training, nutrition, and supplementation gems to reach your physique goals. And oh do these gems glisten.
3 Relationship Red Flags for Bodybuilders

3 Relationship Red Flags for Bodybuilders

Ken "Skip" Hill
Tagged: Bodybuilding
You've been taking care of yourself and have gotten into great shape, and have secretly wanted your spouse to do the same, but they have shown no desire forever, until now. Why?