WORKOUTS & ARTICLES

Exercise Selection: Powerlifting vs. Bodybuilding

Exercise Selection: Powerlifting vs. Bodybuilding

By Derek Charlebois

In the PR-BREAKER Training Principles article, I highlighted that strength is specific to the exercise performed while hypertrophy is not; hypertrophy can be stimulated by...

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L-Tyrosine vs. N-Acetyl Tyrosine: Are Companies Using the Inferior Form?

L-Tyrosine vs. N-Acetyl Tyrosine: Are Companies Using the Inferior Form?

By Derek Charlebois

A current trend in supplement formulation is to use N-acetyl tyrosine (NAT) instead of L-tyrosine because NAT is more soluble and mixes much better in...

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PR-BREAKER RESEARCH REVIEW

Research Review: Powerlifting vs. Bodybuilding Rep Ranges for Size

By Derek Charlebois

What is the best rep range to gain size? What is the best rep range to gain strength? If you have ever asked these questions...

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Interview with Dr. Mike Zourdos on Daily Undulating Periodization (DUP)

Interview with Dr. Mike Zourdos on Daily Undulating Periodization (DUP)

By Derek Charlebois

Strength training periodization is programmed phasic variation in training volume, intensity, and/or frequency to maximize performance and training adaptation. There are multiple types of periodization...

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MATERIA FAQ

MATERIA FAQ

By Derek Charlebois

Q: What is the best way to take MATERIA? A: For use as a pre-workout supplement, MATERIA should be taken 30-60 minutes prior to exercise...

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The Four Pillars of Breaking PRs

The Four Pillars of Breaking PRs

By Derek Charlebois

To progress consistently and break PRs (personal records) you need to follow a well-structured program. When I say program, I am referring to more than...

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Becoming an Informed Consumer

Becoming an Informed Consumer

By Derek Charlebois

Unfortunately, the supplement industry is built on deception. Companies want to trick you into buying ineffective/under dosed supplements for the sake of making a profit....

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