Power-building.
Strength and muscle programming for lifters who want both.
What is a Rotating Linear Progression?
A rotating linear progression is a very very simple method to structure your training that has been around for many many decades. I'm certainly not taking…
Ever Miss Time in the Gym? (how to adjust training when you come back)
As a gym owner, strength coach, and personal trainer I simply have to deal with the fact that my clients are going to occasionally miss workouts. Sometimes…
Adding Assistance Work to The Four Day Texas Method
One of the more popular and workable basic barbell programs over the years is what is known as the 4-Day Texas Method.
3 Day Full Body vs Legs/Push/Pull
I get asked all the time about training splits. What's the best split for strength? Best split for hypertrophy? Should I train body parts or "movements?"
Building the Delts
A big powerful Overhead Press is one of the most admirable qualities of any lifter. There is just something fundamentally very cool and raw about a guy…
Splitting Up Quads and Hamstrings?? (Fixing the Turnip Look)
Stick legs, big ass. It's not exactly the look that many of my clients are going for. But unfortunately for many who are training both for physique /…
Programming Advice on Dips
Dips.
Heavy-Light-Medium (16 FAQs)
I'm not gonna waste time with an intro. We're gonna go right into the heart of the issue with 16 of the most frequently asked questions I get about Heavy…
Squat Q&A: Mechanics, Belts, & Assistance (Part 3)
So in this last installment of our Squat Q&A, we'll discuss another common question about Squats:
Why the 8-5-2 Program Works (In a Nutshell)
The following (in italics) is an excerpt from a Facebook Exchange we had last week in the private group for the Baker Barbell Club Online.
Strengthening & Growing the Biceps (My favorite simple method)
Bicep training is not difficult, complicated, and it shouldn't take a lot of time. I maybe spend 15 minutes, once per week, training my biceps for a total…
Cycling Bench & Incline on 852 (Power-Building Programming)
Those of you who are following my KSC Method for Power-Building Program are familiar with two recommendations I make in the introduction of that program.
Deadlift Programming & Assistance
There is nothing quite as frustrating as a Deadlift that just won't budge.
Which Program Is Right For You?
In this article, I'll attempt to clarify which of the programs for sale on AndyBaker.com is best suited to your goals.
Blow Up Your Bench Press (3 Easy Tips)
How much ya Bench?
Deadlifts on Back or Leg Day? + Power-building Split Advice
I get asked a lot about how to set up a proper power-building type training split. One that has training for increased strength on the big lifts as its…
Improving Your Pull-Ups or Chin-Ups: Do's and Don'ts
One of the most frustrating exercises to make improvements on for many trainees is the Pull-Up and the Chin-Up. We often use the terminology for these two…
How to Build a Bigger Overhead Press (7-step Blueprint)
Everyone wants a bigger Overhead Press. Of course we all want a bigger Squat, Deadlift, and Bench Press too. But there just seems to be something uniquely…
2 Random Pieces of Training Wisdom
As I sat down at the computer this morning to knock out an article, it was just one of those days where I sat staring at the blinking cursor and not much…
"One All Out Set" vs Multiple Sets
So here we are again.....
A Fresh Look at Training Frequency For Power-Building
Optimal training frequency is a confusing topic for many. How often should I squat? How often should I deadlift? How often should I bench? The crux of the…
Time Saving Techniques for Assistance Work
Don't let the title of the article fool you. This doesn't necessarily mean that "saving time" through the use of these techniques makes these exercises any…
Short Guide To Intermediate Programming
If there is one area in programming where most people get "stuck" it's as an early intermediate trainee. When I answer questions via email, answer…
Optimal Training for Hypertrophy??
This is a really common question and a very common debate amongst trainees, coaches, and trainers and I'm not sure there is a definitive answer to every…