Progressive overload not working anymore is a common occurrence for those that take a linear approach to training and only focus on adding weight to the bar all the time. Progressive overload is probably my favourite principle when it comes to bodybuilding or improving body composition. It’s an incredibly simple concept, easy to apply even …
What To Do When Progressive Overload Stops Working Read More »
Bodies By Byrne is supported by its readers. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Also, as an Amazon affiliate, we earn from qualifying purchases. —Bulking is a lot easier for some than it is for others, with ‘others’ tending to be the skinny hardgainer who has been …
The main purpose of a bulk is to enter a calorie surplus with the aim of maximizing muscle growth. Some people however, view this as an excuse of even justification for carrying around extra body fat and eating whatever they want. In terms of weight gain there is only so much that can be attributed …
The Ideal Body Fat Percentage To Start A Lean Bulk Read More »
Progressive overload on a cut is a concept that usually gets ignored once you are finished with a bulking cycle. Once you’ve been in a calorie surplus for a long period of time (6-12 months) and have been making steady progress with weights there comes a time when you are ready to lose that excess …
Why You Need to Aim for Progressive Overload Even on a Cut Read More »
Nutrient timing for muscle gain is an essential concept that often gets overlooked because of all the ‘bro’ science out there. The anabolic window is a term coined by gym goers that refers to the period of time around a workout in which you can best utilise your macronutrients (macros) for the day. It’s the …
