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Your Body’s Most Neglected Muscles
Aching neck? Blame your computer. Chances are, you’ve never once worked out two of the most important muscles in your body. “It’s extremely common for people who spend a lot of a time in front of a...
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Soothe Sore Muscles Like a Pro
Do postworkout ice baths really stop muscle soreness? Yes, according to a new review article published in The Cochrane Library. Cold water immersion (CWI) can help reduce muscle soreness between 15 and...
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Look Stronger—Without Moving a Muscle
We see a lot of press releases here at Men’s Health. Sometimes they’re passable, other times they make us cringe, but every so often they turn out to be quote-worthy gold. See, you don't need a gun to...
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Can Lighter Weights Mean Bigger Muscles?
There's no shame in reaching for the 15s. You don’t have to lift heavy to build muscle, says new research in April’s Journal of Applied Physiology. After 10 weeks, young guys doing three sets of knee...
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DIY Ways to Heal 7 Common Pains
Looks like you could use some cherry juice. The next time you have a sore throat or tender muscles, don’t rush to the doctor or drugstore. Save yourself the time and money and open up your pantry...
View ArticleAre You Up to the Challenge?
Filmmakers know 3D is a key to blockbuster success. Now, 3D pushups may be your key to boosting upper-body strength. “This Train for Life challenge blasts your muscles from three different directions,...
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The Perfect Situp
Photo by Sean MccabeLight your abs on fire with this move. If you want to better strengthen your abs when doing situps, do them with your feet unrestrained, according to a study published in the...
View ArticleThe Superhero Superset
Want to build total-body strength and power? Try this superhero superset called the Spider Shredder. “Combine the rotational Spider-Man jump and the Spider-Man pushup to improve overall athleticism and...
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The Top 12 Fitness Studies of 2012
At Men’s Health, we scour the scientific journals to bring you the latest research from exercise labs around the world, both online and in our magazine. (Not to mention our new iPad edition—subscribe...
View ArticleTurn Your Workout Upside Down!
Even if you don’t care about having a strong grip, you have to try this challenge for two reasons: 1) it’s fun, and 2) your grip strength does actually matter. “Strengthening your grip improves both...
View ArticleThe Insane Burpee Challenge
The first time you heard the word “burpee” you probably laughed—until you actually tried the exercise. The burpee, which entails going from a squat to a pushup position and back to a squat again as...
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The Tiny Muscles Hoops Players Need
Toe the three-point line. Behind every good hoops player is a solid set of … toes? Yes, toes. Strengthening your toe flexor muscles may boost your basketball game, suggests a new study from Germany....
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4 Reasons to Have Your Late Night Snack
Don't worry, we won't tell. Eating at night doesn’t have to make you fat. In fact, new research suggests potential benefits, including bigger muscles and a cranked-up metabolism: 1. More Muscle In...
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The Meat Your Muscles Need
Want fries with those muscles? Don’t be bashful around the butcher counter. Beef not only helps younger men build muscle, but may also protect older guys from age-related muscle loss, finds a new...
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Should You Switch Running Shoes?
Is it time for a change? Think twice before switching your sneaks. Changing to less cushioned running shoes could cause you to overexert certain parts of your legs and feet, says a new study in the...
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Do You Have “Locker Room Syndrome”?
Do you care what other people think? Do you have penis envy? How about pecs envy? According to a new survey, you probably do. Australian researchers found even men who feel secure when they’re alone or...
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The Warmup That Fights Fatigue
Photo by Beth BischoffSteamroll your competition.Roll before you run. Using a foam roller on your muscles during a warmup may help you power through your workout, according to a new study in the...
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The Truth About Watermelon and Muscle Soreness
Save it for seed-spitting contests. Could eating watermelon ease muscle soreness? That’s what Spanish researchers recently discovered. Well, sort of. In the study, fit men performed an exhausting...
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The Workout Gear That Boosts Your Strength and Power
To build serious muscle, remember to use a rubber. Resistance isn’t futile, at least in the gym: Including a resistance band in your workout can improve your explosive strength, say researchers at the...
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