THE ROCK LEG WORKOUT: CAN YOU HANDLE IT?
“I’ve always had an affinity for leg workouts. I save them for the end of the week as a twisted treat!” Can you handle The Rock leg workout?
Russ Howe PTI
INSANE? MARK WAHLBERG’S DAILY ROUTINE EXPLAINED
Mark Wahlberg has posted his daily routine online, and people around the world are misplacing their excrement. But here’s the thing…
ARE “NEGATIVE CALORIE FOODS” REAL?
Can you eat your way into a calorie deficit with these so-called “negative calorie foods”? Let’s digest.
CAN ONE BAD DAY RUIN YOUR DIET?
Can one bad day of food REALLY ruin your whole diet? Let’s look at what science says…
HOW THE UNDERTAKER TRAINED FOR HIS BEST PHYSIQUE
Few things in life are perfect, but The Undertaker in 2009 was one of them. Take a look at the workout routine that got The Deadman chiseled AF.
WHY YOU SHOULD JOIN YOUR LOCAL GYM OVER (YET ANOTHER) FRANCHISE GYM
Which gym should I join: the big chain gym in the city center, or the small independent gym nearby? Don’t worry, Uncle Russ will answer this one for you.
THE 5 BEST WHEY PROTEIN POWDERS OF 2020 (THE RUSS LIST!)
The Russ List reveals the 5 best whey protein powders of 2020. Does your current whey protein supplement make the cut?
THE 10 BEST PRE WORKOUTS OF 2020 (THE RUSS LIST!)
What is the best pre workout of 2020? Don’t waste your money – it’s time for The Russ List 2020, my yearly breakdown of the best pre workout supplements!
The HONEST Herbalife Review
A client asked me to give my honest review of Herbalife products after a friend tried to sign her up. Okay, are you ready for a massacre?
5 FITNESS MYTHS THAT LIVE IN EVERY GYM
So many myths… so little time. Let’s beat the 5 biggest fitness myths you’ll hear IN EVERY GYM.
H2N NUTRITION DIET PROTEIN ULTRA REVIEW
Is there a new champion whey protein? Read the official H2N Nutrition Diet Protein Ultra review.
WHY YOU DON’T NEED A F**KING THIGH GAP
The pressure on women to have a “thigh gap” is crazy. Can you even train for it? Here’s my advice.
Instagram Is Where Fitness Goes To Die
Have you ever scrolled through Instagram fitness posts and thought “WTF?” You’re not alone. From detox tea to half naked gym selfies, here’s my take…
DOES EATING LATE AT NIGHT MAKE YOU STORE MORE FAT?
I’m often asked by gymgoers if eating food at night (particularly carbohydrates) will lead to weight gain. Let’s break down the science!
THE 3 BEST BICEPS EXERCISES ACCORDING TO SCIENCE
What are the best biceps exercises to for building traffic stopping arms? This recent study found out – did your favorite make the top 3?
CAN YOU LOSE FAT AND GAIN MUSCLE AT THE SAME TIME, OR IS IT A MYTH?
Ah, the age old question; Can you build muscle and burn fat at the same time? Because screw choosing… My 20yrs as a PT has shown me people want BOTH.
How Sylvester Stallone Has Adapted His Training Over The Years
From Rocky, to Rambo, to The Expendables, learn how Sylvester Stallone has adapted his training over the years to get in shape for his biggest roles…
Should You Do High Reps Or Low Reps? Which Is Better?
Should you do high reps or low reps to build muscle? Using the latest science, get ready for some surprising answers that may change your workouts forever.
App Now Available
I’m pleased to announce the brand new Russ Howe PTI app is now available for download! All the training plans, all the diet plans, in one place…
Can Diet Coke Make You Fat?
Can Diet Coke make you gain weight? Will it ruin your diet? Let’s put the memes aside, and look at what the science says on this topic.
5 THINGS I WISH MY PERSONAL TRAINER COURSES TAUGHT ME (… BUT THEY DIDN’T)
The first time I set foot in a gym after earning my personal trainer qualification, that’s when I realized… I knew NOTHING!
Why You Should Eat Haribo Gummy Bears After A Workout
My clients get strange looks in the gym when they tuck into some post workout Haribo Gummy Bears. Today I’ll show you why they do it, and why it works.
4 Gauge Pre Workout Review
In it’s red shotgun shell casing, 4 Gauge looks like the ultimate pre workout. But does it leave you firing blanks? Read the 4 Gauge pre workout review!
Why Fad Diets Don’t Work
We all have a friend who’s hooked on the latest fad diets. Heck, maybe it’s YOU. So this comprehensive breakdown shows you why fad diets don’t work. Period.
WHY I DON’T EAT CLEAN ANYMORE
I was “eating clean” for YEARS, and the first time I heard about flexible dieting I LAUGHED out loud. But here’s the thing – they were right.
My Honest Opinion On Juice Plus And Herbalife
The truth hurts, so bring a band aid for this one… Today I’ll give my honest opinion on Juice Plus and Herbalife. Can I make these not a thing?
FASTED CARDIO: DOES IT BURN MORE FAT?
Does fasted cardio REALLY burn more fat than regular cardio? Jennifer Lopez says it does. Case closed! Not really, of course… let’s look at fasted cardio today.
HIIT EXPLAINED: THE COMPLETE GUIDE TO HIGH INTENSITY INTERVAL TRAINING
HIIT is awesome for fat loss, so I’ve put together this comprehensive guide to answer all the most common HIIT related questions!