Does the 225 Bench Press Repetitions Test Even Matter?
In a published journal article, we examined 31 football players on the 225 Test (and we also collected some velocity data, so hold on to your hats for future publications from this data set) to see if this test made any difference in playing time.
Competing in the College Classroom
I wrote an article about planning to achieve athletic success, and the classroom path is no difference. By following the same (or similar) principles, students can achieve academic success as well. If you want to avoid a terrible GPA, please read onward.
Become 35% Stronger by Using Your Imagination
Research shows that you can actually get stronger just by visualizing that you are training. The best of the best athletes do it, so why aren’t you doing it, too?
Take a Survey About Knee Wraps for Science!
elitefts columnist Marilia Coutinho needs your help! Help her gather data on knee wraps for the latest installment in her "How Stuff Works" series about lifting gear.
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Skip the Preworkout Powder and Have a Coffee Instead
A new study says coffee may improve athletic performance.
At What Weight Are You “Attractive”?
New research proposes the amount of weight a person needs to lose or gain in order to change others’ perceptions of their appearance.
New Study Highlights Brain Changes After Concussions
Young football players who experience a concussion also show signs of reduced blood flow in the brain.
Use Carbs to Combat Overtraining
A new study suggests increasing carbohydrate intake can mitigate the effects of intense training.
Do You Need to Rethink Your Bulk?
According to new research, the fatter you get, the harder it will be for your body to burn fat later.
New Research Unlocks “Steroid Gene” in Humans
Scientists have identified a gene which replicates the effects of steroids without the negative repercussions.
Cut Your Chances of Prostate Cancer
Exercise can play a key role in protecting men from lethal prostate cancer according to the results of a new study.
Bad Mood in the Morning? Here's Why.
If you find yourself waking up irritable on a regular basis, more sleep may not be the solution. Better quality sleep is what you’re looking for.
Want to Live Longer? Drink Coffee.
A new study suggests you can decrease your risk of premature death by increasing your coffee consumption.
Why Strength Training Builds Mass (and Running Doesn’t)
A new study offers insight into why muscles adapt differently to different types of exercise.
New Study: Sitting on Your Butt Isn't As Bad As We Thought
Sit on your butt all day at work? New research suggests you may not need to worry as long as you're physically active.
The Meathead's Guide to Passing the CSCS Exam
Alycia provides you with the “Hooked on Phonics” for aspiring strength coaches.
Research Process Pitfalls
How to sidestep through the minefield of collegiate bureacracy and pier-review boards.
The Flexible Periodization Method: Program Design with Kettlebells (Part...
Jensen’s conclusion to the Flexible Periodization Method series.
Analysis of Bench Shirt Carry Over
How much does a shirt improve your lift? This study gives you an idea.
