Even small fluctuations in weight and body composition make a difference when it comes to certain sports, events, and competitions. For example, some boxing divisions work with a 6-pound range, and ...

If you've ever wondered what each means, who they're for, and how to do them, you've come to the right place! Get ready, because today we're breaking down this cycle used by everyone from bodybuilders ...

Bulking involves consuming excess calories to build muscle. Bodybuilders commonly use bulking as a way to increase their muscle mass before competitions. Below, we explore bulking, and how to do it ...

Dirty bulking is an intense period of weight gain to support strength and muscle gains. There are no limitations on food, and high-calorie shakes and gain powders are often used. While weight loss is ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." When you think of bulking, you may call to mind bodybuilders or power lifters, but that would only be ...

When you think of bulking, you may call to mind bodybuilders or power lifters, but that would only be part of the picture. While bulking does mean putting on muscle (in a nut shell), per Laura Girard, ...

If you've been logging a lot of time in the weight room, you might have heard fellow lifters debate the age-old question: "Should I bulk or cut?" But what does that mean exactly? Deciding whether you ...

Bulking is a bodybuilder term referring to a progressive increase in calories consumed beyond your body’s needs along with intense weight training. While some consider it unhealthy, others insist it’s ...

When it comes to building muscle, having a plan in place—regarding both nutrition and exercise—is essential. As a personal trainer and nutritionist, I have worked with numerous clients going through a ...