Building Muscle

So, you just finished your calorie deficit/cut/fat loss phase with great success, and now you want to gain some muscle and size. But you don’t want to gain any fat you worked so hard to remove just now. Building muscle while minimizing fat gain is the epitome of fitness goals. The best way to do […]

When we hit a strength training plateau, it can be really frustrating. In this article, we’ll break down the problem, starting with what causes plateaus, then moving on to how to assess your current routine, strategies for breaking through plateaus, and finally, the mental side to long-term success in the gym. Breaking Through a Strength […]

For many people, gaining muscle can seem like a mystery. Have you spent years in the gym toiling away, only to make basically no notable progress? Well, you are not alone. There are countless people who spend a lot of hours in the gym trying to gain muscle but can never crack the code.  Today […]

“It’s been 4 weeks, should I change my workout routine?” “I have been doing the same exercise for 6 weeks, I need to change it.” “OMG, if I have to do the same routine one more time I am going to lose my mind!” These are the kinds of things that we hear all the […]

Want to get started right away? Skip to our free guide, here. What is Powerlifting? Powerlifting is a sport centered around showcasing strength. It consists of three foundational lifts: squat, bench press, and deadlift. Athletes compete to lift the maximum weight across these categories. Each lifter is allowed three attempts at each lift, with their […]

If your primary goal is to build muscle and strength, the PHUL (Power Hypertrophy Upper Lower) workout plan might be just what you need. In our guide, we’ll break down everything you need to know about the 12-week PHUL workout plan, from its structure to the exercises involved, and why it’s perfect for intermediate to […]

“You have to go to the gym if you want to make any progress.” You’ve likely heard this statement before, along with many others like it questioning the effectiveness of home workouts. But, are they true? Well, like many things fitness and nutrition related… it depends. Are Home Workouts Effective? Really, it depends on your […]

Welcome to our 6-Day PPL (Push-Pull-Legs) Workout Plan! This program offers a straightforward and effective approach to fitness. We’ve divided your workouts into three categories: push, pull, and leg days, ensuring a balanced and efficient training routine. Whether you’re a beginner or experienced, this adaptable plan can help you build strength and muscle while promoting […]

By Calvin Huynh – Macros Inc Coach Understanding the Need for Deloading When you first started lifting, getting stronger was easy. You could slap on an extra 5 lbs or pump out more reps each week. Life was good, you were making solid, steady gains each week. Unfortunately, this pace of progress could not  last […]

Everybody wants to lose weight, but you can only lose weight for so long. Once you have reached the bottom end of healthy body fat levels, there is simply no more tissue to lose before some health consequences set in. Getting to the low teens of body fat percentage for women, or the low single […]