The 12 Best Fat Loss Blog Posts of 2012
Here it is! The best fitness, fat loss and body-building blog posts of 2012. Of course, this is just my opinion, and of course, I didn’t have time to search high and low across the [...]
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Burn The Fat 2011 Summer Blog Contest
What’s really been stopping you from achieving the body of your dreams and why will you NEVER let that stop you again? If you can answer those questions, I can almost guarantee that you’re going [...]
Announcing Burn the Fat Blog 2.0
It’s hard to believe that Burn the Fat has been online for 9 years. Yep – our 10th anniversary “bash” is coming up next year – 2012. Even harder to believe – I’ve been blogging [...]
Fat Blocker Drug Xenical (Orlistat) Goes Over The Counter… A Really Shi**y Decision
Today, instead of replying to one of the hundreds of fat loss questions I receive every week, I felt not only compelled, but obligated to comment (rant) on what I REALLY think about the “fat [...]
Why Accountability Is The Key To Fitness And Weight Loss Motivation
Do you easily stick with your nutrition plan or do you give in to unplanned cheating and frequent excesses? Do you have near-perfect gym attendance or do you often skip workouts? When you do workout, are your sessions a 10 out of 10, or do you have a lot of 6's and 7's (or lower)? What would happen to your results if you finally mastered your motivation and finally stuck with your program? You can when you understand how to use the power of all four levels of accountability...
The Best Split Routines For Building Muscle
What’s the best split routine for building muscle? A 2-, 3-, 4- or 5-day splits? The truth is there are many effective ways to train. In this article, I break down the pros and cons of each option, explains when body part splits make sense instead of full body workouts, and help you choose the right split routine based on your goals
Time Under Tension (TUT): Does It Really Matter For Muscle Growth?
Is there really an “optimal” time under tension for building muscle? Many lifters swear by the 40–70 second rule, yet newer research challenges the entire idea. In this deep-dive, you’ll learn where the TUT concept came from, why it stuck, and what actually drives hypertrophy. If you’ve ever wondered whether set duration truly matters, this clears it up.
Intrinsic Motivation For Fitness And Weight Control: The Psychology Of Staying Consistent
Most people think motivation is about willpower or discipline, but the real driver of long-term fitness success is intrinsic motivation. In this article, I break down the science behind autonomy, competence, and relatedness, and show how these three psychological needs can help you stay consistent with nutrition and training. Plus, you’ll learn eight practical ways to build motivation that actually lasts.
Hypertrophy Training Glossary: Key Terms and Definitions
If you’ve ever read a weight training article or a muscle building (hypertrophy) science review and thought, “Wait, what does that word mean?” then this glossary is for you. In this resource, I chose the most important and frequently used terminology in hypertrophy research and practice and defined them in the simples way possible. I also added extra tips to help you with the application of all the popular principles and techniques. From AMRAP to concurrent training to volume load, this is your quick-reference guide to understanding the language of building muscle...
How Many Sets Should You Do To Build Muscle: The Definitive Science-Based Guide For 2026
How many sets should you do to build muscle? Some say one all-out set to failure is enough, while others swear by higher-volume training. What does the latest science actually show? This article breaks down decades of research to reveal how many sets per muscle group per week deliver the best results - and why more isn’t always better when it comes to muscle growth