#LIKEABEAST BLOG

Working out is a test in and of itself. Given the increasingly busy lifestyles of most Americans, physically getting to the gym and having a good workout can be a challenge for some. But do you know what’s even more challenging than repetitively picking up countless tons of forged steel?...

6 Recipes Every Lifter Needs to Try   Build muscle. Burn fat. Improve performance. Reduce inflammation. Develop resiliency. Let’s call that fitness in 5 – if we had to sum up the entire fitness industry in 5 core pillars, that would be it. However, we should keep in mind that...

In building one of the top physiques in IFBB Pro Men's Physique, Brandon Hendrickson has created an awesome V-Taper. Combining a wide upper back and broad shoulders with a small waist presents an impressive look for Brandon. It's a contest-ready appearance that helped lead him to a 2016 Arnold Classic...

As a competitive bodybuilder proper recovery from exercise is everything to me. If I don’t recover,  I don’t grow. It’s that simple. Insufficient recovery is one of the most common culprits of stifled progress in the gym. Inadequate rest and improper nutrition/supplementation can all contribute to an inability to recover...

With the new year under way, many of us have high expectations for 2018. Healthier lifestyle choices are often at the top of these resolution lists. Whether it is exercising more regularly or incorporating a cleaner diet, consistency is always the key. It is easy to be motivated starting the year. But...