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Ask the Muscle Doc: Are Squats the Key to Maximizing Hamstring Development?

You’ve probably heard for years that compound lower-body exercises are all you need to build thick hamstrings. The science says otherwise. Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, M.Sc, Ph.D., is a co-founder of the Institute for the Future of Human Potential, where he leads the charge in pioneering Self-Enhancement Science for […]

Published on February 18, 2019

How To Train CrossFit Without Actually Doing CrossFit

Intrigued by this wildly popular sport, but don’t want to be a WOD star? Learn how to use the fundamental principles of CrossFit without showing your face at a box! Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, M.Sc, Ph.D., is a co-founder of the Institute for the Future of Human Potential, where […]

Published on February 18, 2019

Push-up capacity linked with lower incidence of cardiovascular disease events among men

Active, middle-aged men able to complete more than 40 push-ups had a significantly lower risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD) outcomes — including diagnoses of coronary artery disease and major events such as heart failure — during 10 years of follow-up compared with those who were able to do less than 10 push-ups during the baseline […]

Published on February 16, 2019