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Is Soreness Necessary For Muscle Growth?

By Coach Rob Regish / April 5, 2023 /
Is Muscle Soreness Necessary For Growth?

Question I really like your workouts. The Blueprint changed my thinking about not only how often to change my workouts, but also how one phase builds upon the other. I never did this before, just jumped from program to program in an attempt to get sore. Is soreness necessary for growth, and how can I…

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Eat Big To Be Big

By Coach Rob Regish / March 1, 2023 /
Making a protein shake with ingredients on the countertop

Question I’m 16 years old and just starting out. My goals include getting a lot bigger, because I’m really thin (6’2” and 140lbs). My dad is this way too, so I’ll be fighting genetics. What can you tell me about bulking up? Answer I can and have written books on this topic, so feel qualified…

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How I Stay Motivated

By Coach Rob Regish / February 8, 2023 /
Block letters spelling out motivation

Question I know you’ve been in the game a long time so here’s my question: How do you stay motivated? Answer I’m probably not a good guy to ask this question, because my answer won’t be the norm. Honestly, I wonder how people can’t or won’t exercise. It seems so simple to me: You don’t…

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Dips and Chins for Beginners

By Coach Rob Regish / January 4, 2023 /
Man doing a chair dip in his living room

Question I know you love dips and chins, but I’m just not strong enough to do them yet. What’s the best way to get there??? Answer Dips and chins go together like peanut butter and jelly. Both are what I call level 7 movements, moving the body and weight through space simultaneously. And, both are…

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