This Is the Rise of the Musclebuilder
Core principles of the Musclebuilder life.
From the Brickyard | Subject: Don’t just build muscle—unleash it. —— You Build the Muscle. Stretching Lets It Roam Free. Muscle without mobility is like a lion in a cage. You can stack plates and grind reps. But if your body moves like a rusted-out crowbar? You’re leaving power, performance, and longevity on the table. … Read more
There’s a difference between looking fit and being built. I didn’t understand that—until I left general fitness behind. I used to be a “general fitness” guy. A little lifting. Some running. The occasional HIIT session. Rowing, biking, circuits—whatever sounded good that day. My diet? Decent. But usually under-eating, always trying to stay “lean.” Sleep? Okay, … Read more
From the Brickyard | Subject: This is the 3-part journey of the Musclebuilder —— Every Musclebuilder goes through phases. It’s not random—it’s built into the process of human adaptation. The Forge works on a timeline, and if you understand where you are, you’ll know what to expect, how to train, and how to keep building. … Read more
From the Brickyard | Subject: Form is the foundation, here’s how to check it —— Form isn’t a suggestion. It’s the foundation. Bad form is a crack in the armor—one that will eventually shatter under heavy load. If you want to build, you’ve got to know how to check your form. Here’s the playbook. 1. … Read more
From the Brickyard | Subject: What you don’t move is just as important as what you do —— When most people think about form, they focus on what’s moving—activating the right muscles, executing proper technique, feeling the contraction, and controlling the tempo. And that’s all vital. But what about what’s not moving? In other words: … Read more
From the Brickyard | Subject: The unassailable essentials for the Musclebuilder —— You want to build muscle? Forge a body that looks like it matters—and performs like it too? Then forget the fluff. Cut the noise. Strip it all down to the bare essentials. There are a few things that are absolutely Mission Critical—the non-negotiables … Read more
From the Brickyard | Subject: Musclebuilding is for everyone, with an important caveat —— We don’t care about your race. Your ethnicity. Your religion (or lack of). Where you’re from. Whether you’re rich or poor. Whether you come from the suburbs or the city. Musclebuilding Is for Everyone We don’t care who you are when … Read more
From the Brickyard | Subject: Movement for life, not punishment —— Let’s be honest. Most guys hear the word “cardio” and instantly picture themselves slogging away on some treadmill, counting the seconds until it’s over. That’s a damn shame—because cardio is one of the best things you can do for your body and your mind. … Read more