Tag Archives: Resistance Training

Unstable Surface and Force Production

Posted on March 20, 2013 by Chad Kerksick PhD

While most gyms have more than just bars, machines and dumbbells many trainers today are incorporating balance and stability alongside more traditional exercises. Dr. Chad Kerksic looks at the debate over whether “unstable surface training” is truly effective or just another fancy gym fad? Continue reading →

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Creatine Supplementation and Managing Damage

Posted on February 19, 2013 by Chad Kerksick PhD

We all know the sweet sting of muscle soreness that follows an intense workout. But the muscle damage and recovery are a natural part of exercise, but how can you lessen the soreness and lack of range of motion? Dr Chad Kerksick discusses the impressive numbers found by a new study that looks at how creatine can influence the body in this recovery period. Continue reading →

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Nutrient Timing and Delivering Nutrients During Your Workout

Posted on November 19, 2012 by Chad Kerksick PhD

While much research and time has been devoted to post-workout nutrition research, studies of intake before and during resistance training aren’t as common. Dr. Chad Kerksick looks at the importance of what you’re taking and when to maximize your results. Continue reading →

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Importance of Resistance Training Intensity and Key Intramuscular Changes

Posted on September 24, 2012 by Chad Kerksick PhD

Resistance training is key to building muscle and strength, but varying your intensity & repetition can lead to different outcomes. In this article by Dr. Chad Kerksick, learn to calculate your ideal weight and reps to reach your desired muscular changes and goals. Continue reading →

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Maximize Your Force and Power by Manipulating the Rest Between Reps

Posted on June 29, 2012 by Chad Kerksick PhD

We’ve all heard of resting between sets, but have you ever tried resting between reps? Dr. Chad Kerksick looks at the use of short rest periods between reps and the effects on overall strength and power. Continue reading →

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What Are Typical Testosterone Changes that Occur When I Lift Weights?

Posted on April 27, 2012 by Chad Kerksick PhD

Dr Chad Kerksick looks at the body’s testosterone release in regards to the type of exercise being done, the amount of muscle recruited, intensity and how it all relates to muscle growth. Continue reading →

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Creatine and Beta-Alanine: When Science Speaks, You Should Listen

Posted on February 15, 2012 by Chad Kerksick PhD

Sports nutrition as an industry continues to experience explosive growth.  The number of brands, manufacturers and products continues to increase as does the search for new ingredients.  Unfortunately, the path to the top has resulted in the introduction of a … Continue reading →

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To Feed or Not To Feed on Non-Workout Days?

Posted on November 1, 2011 by Chad Kerksick PhD

The day to day routine doesn’t change much.  Wake up, work, train, eat, do it again.  Whether you’re a guy or girl reading this, you resistance train to gain strength, build some muscle and improve your body composition.  If you’re … Continue reading →

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Get There and Stay There

Posted on October 7, 2011 by Chad Kerksick PhD

I’m sure most of you know some person or maybe several people who lose weight, gain it back, lose weight again, gain it back and so the cycle goes.  Well they certainly aren’t alone as weight loss is challenging, and … Continue reading →

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The Anatomy of Your Resistance Training Workout – Part 6

Posted on May 6, 2011 by Chad Kerksick PhD

Welcome to the final article of a six part series that is focused upon the key variables one must consider when developing or modifying a resistance training program (Kerksick 2011; Spiering et al. 2008). The previous articles have outlined topics … Continue reading →

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