Features

BY JIM SCHMALTZ/PHOTOGRAPHY COURTESY OF GARY GARDINER, ARNOLD SPORTS FESTIVAL

The annual multisport and fitness show is more than just a weekend of jocks doing their thing. It�s about personal growth and reaching your potential.

Awesome Aminos

BY JASON HOLTZMAN

Amino acids are essential for life, but which ones can jack you up? Here�s a list of the most crucial aminos and how to use them.

The Fantastic 4

BY GREG WERNER, MS, CSCS

You aren�t training if you aren�t doing these four exercises.

Is Gluten Harming Your Physique?

BY STEVEN STIEFEL

Here�s why you should care about gluten, and how to find out if you suffer from a gluten intolerance.

Big and Loving It

BY KAREN ORSI

The two-month �Bigger, Faster, Stronger� program has already packed pounds and inches of quality beef on our participants. Check it out!

DEPARTMENTS

Achiever

From Pain to Gain

BY PATRICK SHENE

Tired of being unhealthy, this guy sought guidance at his local GNC and became a new man, with six-pack abs, endless energy and loads of confidence.

News and Research

The Safest Thing in Your House? Supplements!

BY TEAM M&B

Here are the latest news stories and discoveries in performance science straight from the world�s top research labs.

Master Class

Quad Workout for Strength and Size

BY DAVE HAWK

Expert trainer and champion bodybuilder Dave Hawk answers your questions on training and nutrition. Listen to him.

America's Trainer

Make Your Workout Count

BY MACKIE SHILSTONE

Trainer Dave Hawk gives advice on supplements and exercises to make you stronger.

Your Body, Your Life

Embracing the Journey

BY KIM LYONS

This heavy man enthusiastically jumped into the fitness lifestyle and saved his own life.

Top Shelf

What's in Store

BY TEAM M&B

Take your training to the next level with these cutting-edge supplements.

Breakthrough

The Shocking Power of Silk

BY STACY ACHUA

Silk amino acids are a groundbreaking discovery in sports nutrition and bodybuilding. Learn how to use them for awesome muscle gains.

Shout Out!

Fightin' Irish

BY TEAM M&B

Celebrating St. Patrick�s Day the fitness way.