lifting

Beyond 5/3/1: Simple Training for Extraordinary Results by Jim Wendler is the follow to one of the seminal books on strength for a generation. Since its release, Jim Wendler’s 5/3/1: The Simplest and Most Effective Training System for Raw Strength has become one of the most popular training protocols for anyone looking to increase their […]

When you train using Jim Wendler’s 5/3/1 programme, you’ll be looking to add in assistance exercises. Assistance exercises (particularly for 531) have two main functions: To work on weak points such as grip or to fix muscle imbalances. Or for plain old muscle growth. But what are the best assistance exercises for 531 if you […]

‘How much ya bench, bruh?’ has become an unofficial catchphrase among ‘gym bros’ everywhere. Monday is known as ‘International Chest Day’. If you want the use of any kind of bench on a Monday night in your local gym, you better get in line. Strip away the caricature and body hair removal/fake tan and you […]

By now you have probably figured out that I’m a big fan of weight training. I like nothing better than getting in the gym and throwing some heavy things around. Now you’re feeling inspired and you want to try it too. Or you’re coming in from a long lay off with little or no resistance […]

You’ve just changed job or moved house. All your routines are upside down. Even your daily commute needs careful planning. What’s more, you haven’t done any exercise in what feels like years. You need to find a new gym and fast. But how do you begin your search? Is a basic Google search going to […]