This is the Bill Jones Mr Universe category
Workout of a Former Mr Universe Over the years, I’ve trained with just about every system imaginable — from brutal old-school free weights to sleek modern machines. What I’ve settled on is a total-body workout that hits every major muscle group in one session. I do this every third day, and it’s built around solid, […]
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The Role of Rest and Recovery in Old School Bodybuilding: When people talk about the golden age of bodybuilding — the 60s through to the early 90s — they usually focus on the physiques, the lifts, and the sheer intensity. The role of recovery in old school bodybuilding is sometimes overlooked. It was an era
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Why Gym 21 Is the Best Place to Start Your Training — What to Expect, What to Pack and How to Get Started If you’re thinking of joining a gym in Liverpool, Gym 21 is one of those rare places that suits everyone — from absolute beginners to old-school lifters and bodybuilders. Located at Lundie
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Why you should be Bodybuilding for Real Health and Fitness When most people think of bodybuilding, images of ultra-lean competitors stepping onto stage under dazzling lights come to mind. These athletes dedicate themselves to months of extreme bulking and cutting cycles, chasing the perfect balance of muscle size and razor-sharp definition. The results can be
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A Practical Guide to Bodybuilding with Asthma Asthma is a chronic condition affecting the airways, causing inflammation, narrowing, and increased mucus production. This can lead to symptoms such as shortness of breath, wheezing, coughing, and chest tightness — all of which can be triggered or worsened by physical exertion. For many people, the idea of
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The Smart Way to a Natural Sun Tan for Bodybuilding Sunshine — the original anabolic. Long before tanning beds and chemical creams, humans built up golden skin tone the natural way: by spending time outdoors, slowly letting the body adapt. For those pursuing a natural sun tan for bodybuilding, a natural sun tan doesn’t just
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Exploring What is Gym Culture When I think of a top-tier bodybuilding gym, it’s not just about the clang of weights or the mirror flex. It’s a melting pot of community, education, safety, and mental toughness. Inspired by Gym 21’s articles, here’s why a gym should go beyond reps and routines — and what I mean
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The Pros and Cons of Coffee for Bodybuilding For many gym-goers and bodybuilders, the day doesn’t truly begin until that first sip of coffee. The aroma, the warmth, the energy kick – coffee has long been a staple in early morning routines and pre-workout rituals alike. But how beneficial is coffee for bodybuilding? Can it
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The Purpose of Lactic Acid in Bodybuilding: Friend or Foe? When it comes to pushing through tough training sessions and achieving muscle growth, few topics spark as much debate as lactic acid in bodybuilding. Often misunderstood and unfairly blamed for muscle soreness, lactic acid actually plays a far more complex and interesting role in physical
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Why a Visit to the Gym Could Be the Ultimate Mental Health Workout When most people think of the gym, they picture weights, treadmills, and the pursuit of physical fitness. But what if the most powerful benefit of a workout wasn’t visible in the mirror? In recent years, there’s been a growing shift in how
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