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The 5 Most Overrated Exercises – And, what to do instead!

May 9, 2011May 9, 2011 by Nick Tumminello

Some exercises become so common that few people take the time to question their validity. Perhaps they began as specialty exercises intended for use in specific contexts — by patients in rehab, for example, or by advanced bodybuilders who need the most challenging variations of certain movements. Some trainers noticed the exercises worked for those …

Bodyweight Workout – Are you (or your athletes) strong enough to do this?

March 16, 2010March 15, 2010 by Nick Tumminello

I LOVE Bodyweight exercises and bodyweight workouts! There is nothing better than burning fat, building muscle and developing insane relative strength using the best piece of exercise equipment ever invented – the human body! . Today’s video is about old time, high school style rope climbing… without using your legs! Many athletes think they’re strong. But, …

Featured on the cover of Men’s Fitness Magazine! – April 2010 issue

May 17, 2010March 3, 2010 by Nick Tumminello

I have the honor of designing the “Gain Muscle,Burn Fat” workout article featured on the cover of the April issue of Men’s Fitness Magazine!

Read moreFeatured on the cover of Men’s Fitness Magazine! – April 2010 issue

Contrast Training for Muscle

March 10, 2010February 17, 2010 by Nick Tumminello

Guest Blog by Nick Tumminello / Jn 20, 2010 . As a strength coach who works with high level athletes and an educator who trains the trainers – I’m always being asked what I think is the biggest mistake trainers, athletes and exercise enthusiasts make in the gym. My answer is always “most don’t’ train …

Use Your Strong Hand – Advanced Grip Training

March 10, 2010February 17, 2010 by Nick Tumminello

by Nick Tumminello / Tues, Oct 6. 2009 . Most guys can’t sweep the room without using wrist straps to grab onto the broom. Here’s how to fix that sad, sad, problem. . Continue Reading… . .

Unconventional Workout – Biceps

March 10, 2010February 17, 2010 by Nick Tumminello

by Nick Tumminello / Wed, Jan 6, 2010 . Got a set of biceps that haven’t grown since the Clinton years? Well, put down that cigar and start stretching some shirtsleeves. . Continue Reading… . .

Unconventional Workout – Triceps

March 10, 2010February 17, 2010 by Nick Tumminello

By Nick Tumminello / Wed, Feb 10, 2010 . Give your triceps training a much-needed shake-up and start hammering out some horseshoes! . Continue Reading… . .

The BEST Lower Body Strength Exercises w/ Bret Contreras

March 10, 2010February 17, 2010 by Nick Tumminello

I’m excited about today’s post because I’ve got two very cool things to show you! Both of which happen to be created by one very cool and very smart guy. And, that guy is my good friend and colleague Bret Contreras. . Bret is known for his nick name – “the Glute Guy” – because he …

Deload Week – A sample Deloading Workout

February 2, 2010February 2, 2010 by Nick Tumminello

As you may already know from reading Alli’s training Blog – This week is a Deloading phase for us. . We have a great workout group consisting of myself, Alli, Mark (Simonetti) Simon and MMA guru, John Rallo. We have all been hitting it very hard lately and our bodies are in need of a …

Unconventional Workout – Biceps

January 20, 2010January 6, 2010 by Nick Tumminello

by Nick Tumminello 01/06/10 . Got a set of biceps that haven’t grown since the Clinton years? Well, put down that cigar and start stretching some shirtsleeves. . Continue Reading… . .

How to Get Stronger WITHOUT Increasing the Weight Load – (Part 3 of 4)

January 20, 2010December 21, 2009 by Nick Tumminello

At this point, this post needs no introduction. So, without further delay, here is my 3rd installment to the How to get Stronger without adding weight to the barbell/ Dumbbell series. . Check out the video below and discover yet another killer training concept that is easy to understand, simple to apply and most importantly, …

Designing an Undulating Strength & Conditioning Workout Program

January 20, 2010December 14, 2009 by Nick Tumminello

As many of you have learned, using the concept of Undulating your workout program can be very effective. That said, this concept can become confusing when integrated together with a Cardio/Conditioning program. . So, in this post I’m providing you with a sample of how I apply the concept of Undulating training into both a …

How to Get Stronger WITHOUT Increasing the Weight Load – (Part 2 of 4)

January 20, 2010December 8, 2009 by Nick Tumminello

So far, the feedback from Part 1 has been fantastic! So, please keep your comments coming! . If you missed my first installment of How to Get Stronger WITHOUT Increasing the Weight Load – Go here after watching the video below. . In Part 1 – I explain the reasoning behing why adding weight is …

Bulgarian Split Squat – It may be hurting your back?

January 20, 2010December 7, 2009 by Nick Tumminello

There is allot of talk these days about the Bulgarian Split Squat otherwise called the Rear Foot Elevated Split Squat. . Regardless of what you call it, I think its a great exercise. But, like any other exercise, it can be performed safely and effectively or it can performed in a less optimal manner. . …

How to Get Stronger WITHOUT Increasing the Weight Load – (Part 1 of 4)

January 25, 2010December 2, 2009 by Nick Tumminello

Everyone knows that in order to continually get stronger, bigger, leaner or faster you must consistently challenge your body by adding progression. More specifically, you need to always incorporate a progressive challenge to your workouts. . Although this concept is well known, the methods of how to do this safely, efficiently and effectively are still somewhat …

Top 5 Ways to Corrective and Prevent Muscle Imbalances! – The TRUTH About Muscle Imbalances (Part 3 of 3)

January 25, 2010November 23, 2009 by Nick Tumminello

In my – The TRUTH ABout Muscle Imbalances Part 1 and Part 2. I clarified some of the common myths and misconceptions about muscle imbalances. And, exposed you to some smarter, more logical approaches to training clients and athletes with muscle imbalances. . Now, As promised, in this post – its all about Practical training …

Leg Circuit Workout – Leg Complex

September 27, 2012November 16, 2009 by Nick Tumminello

This Leg Complex is done unilaterally so its great for sports specific purposes and for physique competitors to develop symmetry:

Short Answers to Short Questions!

January 25, 2010November 9, 2009 by Nick Tumminello

A few weeks ago the editors at T-Nation contacted me about contributing to an article they were calling T-Muscle Twitter – Short Answers to Short Questions. . The concept is, they asked me two questions, and I had to answer in 140 words or less. Yes, I know Twitter is only 140 characters. But thats …

I have the honor of designing the “Gain Muscle,Burn Fat” workout article featured on the cover of the April issue of Men’s Fitness Magazine! Read moreFeatured on the cover of Men’s Fitness Magazine! – April 2010 issue

I have the honor of designing the “Gain Muscle,Burn Fat” workout article featured on the cover of the April issue of Men’s Fitness Magazine!

Read moreFeatured on the cover of Men’s Fitness Magazine! – April 2010 issue