Understanding the principles of building muscle mass with resistance training.

Progressive Resistance Training

Progressive resistance training is the gradual increase of weight used during exercises. Also known as progressive overload, this method facilitates improvements in both muscle mass and strength. If you are seeking consistent growth and continuous gains, the following principles make that progress possible. The hormonal response triggered by resistance training is the key to muscle…

Sleep

It might seem unusual why Muskultura has a whole page devoted only to sleeping which is “such a simple thing”. However, great many people don’t sleep long enough and during the best time. That’s why we decided to devote greater attention to this exceptionally important matter and clarify some key elements. Why is sleeping irreplaceable if you want…

Weight Training, principles of

The Principles of Weight Training The principles described here will have the highest influence on your weight training. Regardless of any advice you might get from people experienced in training, these principles are unalterable. Some of that advice may be good. But if you ask ten experienced people in weightlifting about a specific thing, you’ll…