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How much does the bar weight bench press: A complete guide to lifting standards

Dr. Bruno Rodriguez, DPT, CSCS: Strength, Recovery, and Physical Therapy Expert

Nov 30, 2025 · 14 min read

A standard Olympic barbell used for the bench press weighs 45 lb (20 kg) before you add any plates. From there, your “real” bench number is the total loaded weight, and a common general-fitness target is about a 1:1 bench-to-bodyweight ratio with strict form. “Instead of chasing someone else’s bench press, use your bodyweight, age, ...

Novak Djokovic proactive care performance: The science of defying age

Dr. Bruno Rodriguez, DPT, CSCS: Strength, Recovery, and Physical Therapy Expert

Nov 30, 2025 · 15 min read

Elite performance in your late 30s is achievable when you proactively manage the predictable physiology of aging—countering testosterone’s ~1–2% yearly decline after 30, VO₂ max’s ~10% per-decade drop, and up to ~8% per-decade muscle loss with consistent training, strength work, and recovery before injuries force a reset. Djokovic is a high-profile example of this “prevent ...

How long does it take for testosterone to work? A clinical timeline for results

Dr. Alexander Grant, MD, PhD: Urologist & Men's Health Advocate

Nov 29, 2025 · 13 min read

In clinical trials of TRT for hypogonadism, libido, energy, and mood often improve within about 3–6 weeks, while erection quality and muscle/fat changes typically take 12–16 weeks and bone benefits start around 6 months. Because different tissues respond on different timelines, this guide shows what to expect month by month — and how regular 3‑month ...

Is Propel water healthy or just clever marketing?

Dr. Susan Carter, MD: Endocrinologist & Longevity Expert

Nov 28, 2025 · 9 min read

Propel is generally healthier than sugar-sweetened sports drinks because it has 0 g added sugar, avoiding the 30+ g glucose load a typical 20‑oz sports drink can deliver—enough to nearly hit the American Heart Association’s daily added-sugar limit and drive insulin spikes. The catch is that its sweetness comes from additives like sucralose, so the ...

Protein gummies: Smart shortcut or sugary trap for your gains?

Dr. Bruno Rodriguez, DPT, CSCS: Strength, Recovery, and Physical Therapy Expert

Nov 28, 2025 · 14 min read

Protein gummies can be a useful convenience supplement, but most deliver only ~7–13 g protein per serving—well below the ~20–40 g of high-quality protein that maximally stimulates post-workout muscle protein synthesis—so they won’t drive gains on their own and can become a sugar-heavy snack if the label isn’t tight. Here’s how to evaluate protein dose, ...