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Protein Beyond Chicken: Creative, Muscle-Building Foods You're Overlooking
When most people think about protein, the first food that comes to mind is chicken. Grilled chicken breast has long been the poster child...

Brandon Partin NASM - CPT VCS
17 hours ago2 min read


Post Workout Nutrition Explained: What to Eat for Faster Recovery and Growth
When the last rep is done and the sweat starts to dry, your muscles are just beginning the real work: recovery. What you eat in the hours...

Brandon Partin NASM - CPT VCS
Aug 282 min read


Hydration Hacks: Why Water is the Most Underrated Supplement
When people think of supplements that enhance fitness, the usual suspects come to mind, protein powders, creatine, pre-workouts, or...

Brandon Partin NASM - CPT VCS
Aug 212 min read


Strategic Deloading: Why Taking a Step Back Can Push you Forward
When you think about building muscle, your mind likely jumps to intense workouts, heavy weights, and pushing yourself to the limit. But...

Brandon Partin NASM - CPT VCS
Aug 143 min read


Muscle Meals: A Full Week of Nutrition for Growth
When it comes to muscle growth, the work doesn’t end when you leave the gym. In fact, that’s just the stimulus. Real growth happens when...

Brandon Partin NASM - CPT VCS
Aug 72 min read


How to Build a Balanced Training Split for Strength and Aesthetics
When it comes to reaching your fitness goals, there’s often a divide: some chase strength, others pursue aesthetics. But here’s the...

Brandon Partin NASM - CPT VCS
Jul 313 min read


Recovery is a Muscle Building Tool, Not a Break
When people think of building muscle, the first images that come to mind are usually dumbbells, barbells, reps, sets, and sweat-drenched...

Brandon Partin NASM - CPT VCS
Jul 244 min read


The Truth About Program Hopping: Why It’s Holding You Back More Than You Realize
In today’s fast-paced fitness culture, it’s easy to fall into the trap of constantly chasing the next “perfect” workout plan. With so...

Brandon Partin NASM - CPT VCS
Jul 172 min read


Muscle Over 30: How to Build and Maintain Mass as You Age
“It’s not about slowing down, it’s about training smarter.” Once you hit your 30s, fitness takes on a new meaning. You’re likely busier,...

Brandon Partin NASM - CPT VCS
Jul 102 min read


Understanding Reps, Sets, and Rest Periods for Muscle Growth: A Beginner’s Guide
If you’re just starting your strength training journey, you’ve probably seen words like “reps,” “sets,” and “rest” thrown around in every...

Brandon Partin NASM - CPT VCS
Jul 32 min read


Micronutrient Power: The Unsung Vitamins and Mineral that Keep Muscles Firing
Quick read ≠ deep gains. Macros fuel the engine, but micronutrients keep every piston, spark plug, and gasket working. If you want...

Brandon Partin NASM - CPT VCS
Jun 262 min read


The Sleep-Muscle Connection
Most lifters obsess over training volume, progressive overload, and perfect macro splits, yet the single biggest recovery tool you own...

Brandon Partin NASM - CPT VCS
Jun 192 min read


The Best Dumbbell-Only Hypertrophy Workouts for Home or Gym
Whether you’re training in a fully equipped gym or making gains from the comfort of your living room, dumbbells are one of the most...

Brandon Partin NASM - CPT VCS
Jun 123 min read


The Truth about Fat Loss: Why Diets Fail and Sustainable Habits Win
When it comes to fat loss, most people don’t struggle with starting a diet, they struggle with staying on one. Everywhere you turn,...

Brandon Partin NASM - CPT VCS
Jun 53 min read


Inflammation: Friend or Foe for Muscle Growth and Recovery
When we hear the word inflammation , it often conjures images of swollen joints, sore muscles, or chronic pain. While inflammation has a...

Brandon Partin NASM - CPT VCS
May 292 min read


Sleep Like a Lifter: Nighttime Routines That Support Strength and Hormone Balance
When it comes to building muscle, boosting strength, and accelerating recovery, most lifters tend to focus on training intensity,...

Brandon Partin NASM - CPT VCS
May 222 min read


Why Lifting Heavy Isn't Enough for Muscle Growth
It’s a common sight in gyms everywhere: lifters stacking plates, chasing new PRs, and believing that simply hoisting heavier and heavier...

Brandon Partin NASM - CPT VCS
May 153 min read


Beyond the Scale: How to Track Your Fitness Progress Without Obsessing Over Your Weight
When we talk about fitness progress, the first thing many people reach for is the scale. It’s fast, familiar, and seemingly...

Brandon Partin NASM - CPT VCS
May 83 min read


Building Muscle without Gaining Excess Fat
When you’re trying to build muscle, one of the biggest concerns is this: “Can I gain muscle without gaining fat?” The short answer is...

Brandon Partin NASM - CPT VCS
May 13 min read


Metabolism Myths: What Really Speeds It Up?
When it comes to fitness and nutrition, few topics stir up more confusion than metabolism. It’s often blamed when results stall and...

Brandon Partin NASM - CPT VCS
Apr 243 min read
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