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A question a lot of people ask is “what's the difference between strength training and hypertrophy training?” We want to give an easy answer, but the reality is- it’s complicated. Definitions There are many different definitions available online, but given the most up to date information, we can chalk it…

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Why Stretching And Mobility Are Essential For Weightlifters

Stretching and mobility are essential for weightlifters, but often go overlooked. One research paper published in Sports Tourism in 2022 found that flexibility and range of motion impact weightlifting performance for powerlifters. This means that lifting performance can be limited by a low range of motion The terms stretching and…

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April 26, 2025

Top 6 Plant-Based Protein Powder Brands: Buyer’s Guide for Vegans

Protein is essential for muscle growth and repair. Protein helps facilitate muscle protein synthesis, the reason you get stronger after resistance training. There are a wide variety of reasons why someone would want to opt for vegan protein powder. Of course, the main reason is following a vegan diet. Many…

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How to Gain Weight With a High Metabolism

How to Gain Weight With a High Metabolism Some people struggle with putting on weight no matter how hard they try. Although there are some medical conditions such as hyperthyroidism that affect how people absorb nutrients from their food, some people without a formal diagnosis simply feel they can’t gain…

Strength From ScratchFebruary 27, 2025

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How Many Calories to Gain Muscle Weight: Science-Based Lean Bulking

How Many Calories Should I Eat to Gain Muscle? A common question in the weight lifting community is “how many calories should I eat to gain muscle weight without gaining fat?”. An article published by Sports Dietitian Nancy Clark in ACSM’s Health & Fitness Journal suggests that you should eat…

Strength From ScratchFebruary 25, 2025

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Protein Intake: 9 High-Protein Foods to Eat to Increase Strength

Protein and Strength Protein is important for gaining strength. Studies show that higher protein intake is positively correlated with higher strength and muscle mass when combined with resistance exercise . It also helps people keep more muscle during calorie deficits and aging. Protein intake is essential for strength, as it…

Strength From ScratchFebruary 19, 2025

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Best At Home Strength Training Equipment: Complete Gym Setup For Building Muscle

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16 Best Protein Sources for Vegans; Plant-Based Protein

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What is a DEXA Scan? A Simplified Breakdown of Dexa Scans and Results

What is a DEXA Scan? DEXA stands for dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry. The official abbreviation is DXA, but most people say DEXA and it is referring to the same test. DEXA scans are the most reliable form of measuring body composition. It provides much more reliable measurements than outdated metrics like…

Strength From ScratchApril 11, 2025

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Healthy Bulking on a Budget: 13 Things to Add to Your Shopping List

Healthy bulking on a budget can be difficult because you have to eat a surplus of food, which can be costly. However, there are a lot of foods you can buy, especially when purchased in bulk, that are relatively cheap per serving. In this article, we will use food examples…

Strength From ScratchApril 7, 2025

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Tips to Get Over Gym Anxiety

Anxiety at the gym or “gymtimidation” is more common than you think. It is very common for people to feel gymtimidation. Of course, for some people, it may be impossible to overcome gym anxiety overnight. However, with self-awareness, consciousness, and extra props, it’s possible to relieve some stress associated with…

Strength From ScratchApril 3, 2025

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