Russian bodybuilder, Kirill Tereshin, faces severe health risks after injecting petroleum jelly into his arms. He wanted his biceps to look like Popeye.

A gene known as ACTN3 (α-actinin-3) has earned the nickname “the gene for speed,” and it may have an influence on how androgens work through the androgen receptor to maintain muscle mass. Research has ...

Scientists discovered that lean pork builds muscle more effectively post-workout than high-fat pork, even with identical protein levels. Using advanced tracking techniques, they found that fat content ...

The more we move, the more our muscle cells begin to make a memory of that exercise. MIT Technology Review Explains: Let our writers untangle the complex, messy world of technology to help you ...

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Muscle growth is more than just moving heavy weights—it's a complex biological response. In this video, we explain how resistance training creates micro-tears in your muscle fibers, triggering a ...

There is scientific evidence to show the running promotes muscle growth. Research published in Exercise and Sport Sciences Reviews, for example, found that aerobic exercise can increase skeletal ...

Starting a new strength training program? Here's what you need to know about how long it takes to build muscle. When it comes to muscle building, it's all about repetition and being consistent with ...