Many guys will do anything to weasel their way out of a big legs workout, but here you are. And for that, I commend you. The fact that you want to learn how to get bigger legs means you’ve probably sloughed off the mistaken idea that a great physique is all about big arms, a…

If you’re wondering “Where do you lose weight first?” it’s probably because there’s a part of your body you want to change fast. And if you look online for answers, you’ll usually find something to the effect of, “The best way to tone up your [problem area] is this or that exercise, supplement, superfood, and…

The Best Of Muscle For Life: Beating Back Pain, Rapid Fat Loss Tips, and Motivation for Training Hard – Legion Athletics 0 Written by Michael Matthews I’ve recorded hundreds of episodes of Muscle for Life on a huge variety of things related to health, fitness, and lifestyle, ranging from the basics of diet and exercise…

Make this two-bean and herb salad that won’t leave you or your friends hungry an hour later — hello fiber and plant-based protein! Beans are a delicious source of plant-based protein, they’re abundant in soluble fiber, and contain minerals like magnesium. Not only is this checking the box of nourishing, it’s also checking the box…

What Is Body Composition and How Do You Measure It? – Legion Athletics 0 Home / Blog / Podcast / What Is Body Composition and How Do You Measure It? Written by Michael Matthews Evidence Based    Body composition refers to how much of your body is composed of body fat versus muscle.  Although…

Should You Wear Elbow & Knee Sleeves or Wraps While Weightlifting? | Legion 0 Home / Blog / Training / Should You Wear Elbow & Knee Sleeves or Wraps While Weightlifting? Written by Michael Matthews Evidence Based If you don’t get geeked by fitness gear, gadgets, and gizmos, I understand.  Such gewgaws are like supplements—unnecessary…

How Jake Used Bigger Leaner Stronger to Gain 45 Pounds of Muscle and Lose 8% Body Fat – Legion Athletics 0 Home / Blog / Success Stories / How Jake Used Bigger Leaner Stronger to Gain 45 Pounds of Muscle and Lose 8% Body Fat Written by Michael Matthews “I’m more confident, have more energy,…

Book Club: My Top 5 Takeaways from The 22 Immutable Laws of Branding – Legion Athletics 0 Home / Blog / Podcast / Book Club: My Top 5 Takeaways from The 22 Immutable Laws of Branding Written by Michael Matthews  “Can you recommend a book for…?” “What are you reading right now?” “What are your…

Hypertrophy training is a style of training that focuses on building as much muscle as possible. While many people think that hypertrophy workout plans revolve around doing endless sets of high-rep weight training, the reality is that hypertrophy workouts and strength workouts aren’t all that different. Just like any good strength training plan, a good…

Chase Chewning on Finding Silver Linings and Living With Intention – Legion Athletics 0 Home / Blog / Podcast / Chase Chewning on Finding Silver Linings and Living With Intention Written by Michael Matthews   There’s no doubt that March 2020 upended hundreds of millions of lives. Here in the US (and a slew of…