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Category Archives: Physique Development
If you’re overweight & out of shape right now I’m talking to you Here’s the reality of the situation Our parents will always want the best for us growing up …
At 16/17 years old I felt like I was going to make it A professional football career was literally at my finger tips & it was only a matter of…
I cringe at some of these things now * I used to think the only way to shift fat was to ‘clean eat’ * That it was all about ‘The…
Firstly did you see the example food day I sent yesterday? Click to download & check the PS of this email for the quantities & now a dose of reality…
I used to LOVE this TV show The concept the story lines & the twists were on fire I’m talking about Prison Break If you haven’t seen it the…
Well first off how many did you eat? Were you force fed them as well? It seemed like everyone on my Facebook was Almost complaining about how many eggs they…
I’m pleased to say my man Billy reported in with a couple HUGE wins yesterday “The other day was the first time in four years I’ve been below 19st Having…
So he’s walking down the street with his shirt off I’m sure you saw the guys doing this on the weekend It hit a scorching 20 degrees in the UK…
You know when you hear politicians speak & you know literally everything that comes other their mouth is utter BS Yeah if you’re anything like that any coaching I run…
I didn’t notice from all the Facebook updates But then I aim the guy that loves a sun & beach shot from down under So maybe I should shut up …
I accelerate past the first defender I’m pretty much through on goal & I know I’m going to score The keeper comes out & just as I’m about to shoot …
My man Jon had some killer questions inside Build&Blast90 around protein yesterday Question from Jon: “Does anyone have any opinions on relying on protein powder? I never know if…
I almost burnt myself its so damn hot in here The Build&Blast90 group is on fire right now I need to share some of the questions & answers with you …
I’ve got a question for you… What’s stopping you making the progress you want right now? Before you answer that let me tell you about the time I had 2 girls start…
You either apply these or you don’t… The balls always in your court my man!
I’m sorry to tell you Shifting weight isn’t a piece of cake You can’t build muscle with the click of a finger There’s no secret programme out there you just…
If you’ve ever had these you know there’s only 1 thing to do Unless you’re prepared to let it fall off You head to the doctor/clinic & get it sorted …
Did you piss another weeks progress up the wall this weekend? Beer, junk food & lack of sleep? Lets be real, its all fun & games until you wake up…
It will actually cost you NOTHING right now Yeah thats right you can join the 7 Day Challenge for zero cost (3rd April start) Here’s where you apply > https://marcusduharty.wufoo.com/forms/m9xlsu010s7a14/ &…
We’d just watched the first Fast & Furious (I’m old) & decided to race our cars Yeah we were kids & did some stupid sh*t which is the point of…
I remember Jordan had a brand new BMW Another mate had a bright yellow brand new convertible MG (Apply here for the FREE 7 Day Challenge we’re starting) Mike…
It’s FREE as well Similar to a test drive for a car We’re happy for you to join Build&Blast90 for 7 days & try it out There’s no cost involved…
I’ll give you a weeks free coaching in Build&Blast if you can I need to see a video though & no it can’t be in fast forward The video of…
We all have them I’m having one today Cant be fcuked to write an email So here’s some of the content I’ve put out this week incase you’ve missed it …
You’re going to have to explain this one to me 30-90% of erectile dysfunction is linked to being overweight Yet nearly 70% of UK men are overweight right now With…
So in the last couple of days we’ve looked at: * How to track what you eat * The calories you need to shift weight (approximately) * How to turn…
5 years ago I bought flat as a rental investment Since then it’s paid me every single month & has increased in value by 50% with limited hands on work …
The one question I always get asked by overweight guys that are struggling & to be honest its a legitimate question “Marcus how many calories should I eat to shift…
We started with bottles of Summer Bright Lager & I’m sure there were some schooners of Pale Ale Lashes in there (A schooner is 3/4 of a pint as believe…
& you know what that means… Less clothes & more social occasions It’s my favourite time of the year in the UK & is part of the reason I love…
Build&Blast90 member Mark was (his words) You know that muscly guy under a few layers of fat look? In pretty good shape just needing to shift a few pounds That…
2 years ago we landed on a Cambodian Island with no internet & nothing to do but drink Which we did For 4 days non stop Literally! We only left…
All with calorie, protein, fat & carb figures so you don’t have to worry about counting them & selected as they’re ‘pretty quick & simple’ to make Thats what I’ve…
I’m not gonna lie I’m a bit excited (I’ve almost got a twitch) Before I tell you about that though did you see the video I posted yesterday? Yeah I…
Alarm goes & you wake up feeling pretty damn fresh You look in the mirror & smile with satisfaction You’ve finally shifted the weight thats pissed you off for years …
You can grab them & squeeze them if you want My balls are all yours Because I’m taking ALL the risk with helping you shift fat See if you come…
What are we supposed to do when it happens? At 31 I seriously need answers to this question Hangovers last 2 days rather than a few hours My back &…
** The Training ** New programmes every 4 weeks 5 x session gym based workouts (choose how many & which ones you do) 3 x 5-15 minute optional conditioning…
It took me by surprise when he said that Cameron ripped some absolute FIRE in the Build&Blast90 group yesterday Zero punches pulled No molly coddling or BS sugar coating Just…
I got asked this 4 times on the weekend All from guys that were doing pretty well Putting in decent levels of effort with it & making progress or at…
I thought I’d send you a workout Just incase you’re struggling for a session this weekend You’re getting bored with your current routine Or if you’re struggling to get a…
We were in a bar in the Phillipines & this big guy stops & stares at me “You’re the guy in the green shorts” We’d had a big day &…
“Whats the best exercise for shifting fat” I got asked by an out of shape guy the other day My reply… “Push aways” “Push aways? Whats that?” He asks Me:…
My ex girlfriend once asked me to go to her best friends Christening with her I flat out refused as 1. I didn’t like her mate or her mates boyfriend …
Build&Blast90 applications CLOSED If you’ve missed out & would like to know when the next intake of guys into the group is let me know & I’ll add you to…
Why do you train? Looking good naked is straight up what I train for I’m not too proud to say that even though I know a lot of people are …
Thats the bill that just landed in my email inbox Happy Monday Marcus The thing is I knew it would come eventually But for some reason I left it to…
“Your life looks amazing” “I’d kill to have a life like yours” & the one I hear the most is… “Marcus you’re living the dream” I’ve heard all of these…
“I’ve finally reached my goal of 100kg… Thats 8.5kg of body fat GONE” Shout out to my man Michael for getting it done Nearly a stone & a half of fat…
Now I’ve quit stuff before I quit a straggler ex girlfriend I quit a Master degree that no longer met my plan & I quit playing competitive football after my…
“They will have absolutely no effect…” “… If you eat too many calories” That was my reply to this question & I’ll explain my answer now But if you don’t…
I sent it in the evening instead so check your inbox & it will be there It was a quick story about me & 8 chicks & me nearly bottling…
Could I really just walk over to a group of 8 chicks & introduce myself? I’m not going to lie I was daunted by it I’m a pretty confident guy…
So I’ve spent the last 2 nights on my own in bali My friend Joe flew back to England & I decided to stay a few more nights Bali is…
If you drop your calories you WILL shift fat That is INEVITABLE in around 99.9% of circumstances & before you start you my friend are not the 0.1% So common…
What he said made me stop & think I’m going through the daily check ins in my 1-1 coaching group & I asked him whether he’s going to get his…
He didn’t know her But she came over and started a conversation with him She even dropped a compliment in Then asked him to follow her to the changing rooms…
I WILL NOT be running deals for my Elite 1-1 coaching group in January It’s really not for the “I’m just choosing the best deal” Or the “New year new…
So I roll back in to Sydney after some time away expecting a load of new matches & all I get is a load of MILF’s & Cougars on my…
I don’t get this at all It makes no sense to me After Christmas people will come to me & say… “I’m out of shape & have put weight on…
Wanna get ripped & shredded in 9 days? Have 8 pack stage ready abs & no fat 365 days a year? Well here’s the no 1 secret they’re not telling…
Laser focused & driven Grinding hard & working with resilient consistency to build the dream Success & Money Relationships (partner, kids, parents, friends) ON FIRE & sex life on flames…
100% off of December coaching Here’s what I’m offering & offer 2 is something I no longer do Offer 1: December for FREE if you Pay 3 months up front…
James works away on the ships Has suuuuuuuper early starts & eye wateringly long hours James is up against it with his training right now so we’ve kept things simple…
If you’re gonna keep eating takeaway every night Stuffing your face with doughnuts & cakes that colleagues bring in to work & drink endless alcohol at work drinks or client…
There’s the guy who’s a 5 but goes out with a 10 & there’s the guy who’s knowledge is average but is killing it on the sales & commission front …
Imagine if we could answer this question It would have saved me a lot of time, money & bullshit You really never know whats going to happen But you can…
Apart from the calories in calories out blah blah blah It’s basically one of these things: * You joined a gym/facility where no one speaks to you or cares you’re…
First thing to know is that they do work Thats not the problem & if you don’t know a ketogenic diet or ‘Keto’ is a VERY high fat average protein…
I said this before & I’m saying it again Conor McGregor will get knocked out Maybe not Saturday night against Eddie Alvarez But it for sure will happen sometime You…
Well I’ve got to prepare for World War 3 right Gonna get me a big ass tank to live in for when it all kicks off Jokes a side with…
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Thats what Roheel said he was First one in the office last one out Working hard to build his business in the city Long hours building the lifestyle he wants …
So we’ve looked at how to do client meetings & still shift weight That was 2 emails & what snacks to eat when you’re bored in the office That was…
Do you know there’s 80+ calories per chocolate digestive biscuit Thats definitely an office snack to avoid Eat 10 & you’re looking at 800+ calories Eat a whole pack &…
Lets follow on from yesterday How to get your business & client meetings done & still shift weight part 2 1. Set a time limit The shorter you’re there…
We’re talking a business meal & drinks here Probably a lunch & most likely an alcoholic drink or 2 The guys I work with have these issues all the time The…
Before getting into this the first point is the one you HAVE to understand. We’ve all done this & you probably still do. In my opinion it’s the number 1…
What I actually do is this:- * Support struggling guys to get their confidence back * Stop them being pissed off with how they look & feel * Help put the…
Conditioning work taken straight from Septembers #TeamHUD Online group Training block. For more info on the exclusive membership group helping guys shred fat & build muscle head here > http://marcusduharty.com/teamhudaugust
This is taken from the #TeamHUD September Training block & is on of the optional conditioning ‘add ons’ the guys can add at the end of any strength session. Any…
Chest, Back & Triceps Session 2 from the August #TeamHUD Online Training & Nutrition groups programme Enjoy
Anyone who tells you they love their job Ask them if they’d do it for free & see what they say The point is to earn money right As much…
So I let you in to some black magic yesterday Which clearly isn’t black magic at all But a guaranteed way to make it look like you’ve built Solid popping…
Check the video below. It’s like a lateral raise & front raise combination. Love it
Shoulder press is a legit exercise I probably put them in most programmes I write with my preference being using a barbell However a lot of people struggle…
But as you’re still here I have something for you An invite to join an exclusive group of guys changing how they look & feel Like no longer are they…
In Bens own words he went from looking like a mess To getting results he describes are INSANE It’s been a 10 month journey so far & we’re not finished…
I know what it’s like to be ripped off I paid a ‘refundable deposit’ once on a car that I never saw back I’ve had clients say their going to…
A whole body session with some lower body work & a set up to get you sweating! The video will explain the format but one thing to note is I…
So you’ve seen Session 1 of the Lunchtime Workout video series & here’s the second session of the 3 Another upper body session but working different muscles to the first…
What do you think my man? Do you need to be a super stud & in great shape to attract hot chicks? Do you need to be lean shredded &…
Ok so lets get straight to it… You’re the busiest man in the world You may have a wife Kids Run your own business Have a side hustle you’re building…
If you do you need to hear this It’s literally blown my mind They’ve just found a chemical in oats This chemical means if you eat 300g a day You…
It was the last minute of the cup final I can’t even remember the score but we were drawing I got put through on goal 1 v 1 with the…
There was no way we were getting in & the moment the bouncer decided to literally push me away I knew it was time to quit Yes I hate egomaniac…
“How do I get my chest bigger & lose the fat” So Mark asked me this question & here’s my answer I’ll split this into 2 different parts It’s exactly…
“This is one of my favourite emails of all time If you like what you read & fancy getting informative but FUN emails from me on a regular basis Stick…
It’s actually quite simple to be honest It annoys me how many people suffer when trying to drop fat They stop socialising Avoid meeting friends for lunch & eating out…
I had a good time in May I had some great nights out The sun was shining in Sydney I added a load of new guys to both of my…
Can you eat pizza & chips & still lose fat? Can you still meet friends for a couple drinks & still get lean? Do you have to eat bland tasteless…
Thats what I’ve developed It’s perfect for when you just can’t be bothered Maybe you’ve had a rough nights sleep Or had meetings all day in work Maybe the kids…
It’s all fun & games until your ass gets so fat you split your trousers Happened to me Saturday man 2 weeks before that I tried to wear a pair…
When I was a kid I was always scared I was rarely in trouble at school Purely cos I was scared of teachers & scared of what my parents would…
2 reasons… Both simple as you like & both of these we’ve ALL made once in our lives Yes even me & even men wiser than me So here they…
So… 3 breakfast (or any time of day for that matter) smoothie options for you Scroll down to view the recipes or hit the link below to download & save…
This is the biggest thing I struggle with Stories Made up stories BS made up stories about why I can’t do something Do you do this? You may think you…
My finger was literally pointing out to the side Look at the middle knuckle of your finger Now imagine the top half of your finger pointing diagonally out to the…
Added this to one of the latest #TeamHUD training blocks. The guys hit this for best time to complete 10, 8, 6, 4, 2 reps Anything with burpees in is…
You’re busy You haven’t got time to spend all day in the gym & you cant be bothered trying to work your own sessions out Sound familiar This is basically…
Imagine you could predict the future What would you do? The options are pretty endless & unless you’re a complete douchebag I expect you’ll make yourself pretty happy What if…
So… I’m an Online Trainer who coaches Busy Working Professional Guys to… – Build a body that makes them FEEL amazing (maybe even like a greek god!) – Without spending…
I’m driving & he says pull over lets ask these people for directions My reaction is “Mate u pissed it aint 1990 get your phone out & go on google” …
I spend over £500 a month to run my business & another £500+ on my flats Money is always an issue Thats why you ALWAYS have to look at the…
Fuck diets Yeah I did just say that Come on lets be honest they seriously suck! Especially when you get told you can only eat this & you cant eat that …
“You can be anything you want” I bet you were you told this in school What what a load of BS Lets be real about it If I wanted to…
People are looking at this the wrong way Let me explain why This was a question I got emailed from Bilal last week “Can I Build Muscle & Burn Fat…
You know that technically I’m unkillable right? I’m like the black terminator This thing I’ve got in my chest will basically keep my heart beating forever When you get old…
Wow… The chest pump after that workout yesterday Session 3 of the latest #TeamHUD Training Block is a killer The thing is though the guys in the programme can train…
You probably hear this quite a lot I know I have people say this to me all the time Do I agree… You can hear my thoughts in this short…
I like combining exercises. If I can hit 2 muscle groups in one go then I’m all for it. It definitely helps save time as well as having to wait…
Inside Look: #TeamHUD Training Nutrition & Motivation Membership You can get all of this info & support for less than £12.50 per week To Enquire about joining the group complete…
Some form of Chest Flys are a legit chest exercise. I’ll talk you through how you can maximise them at the video at the bottom of this page. Realistically…
Going to failure on EVERY set!! Of course you need to push yourself in the gym but going to failure on EVERY set isn’t needed. In fact it could…
& by nail I’m talking for both Building Solid Muscle & Blasting off Fat So before I give you some breakfast options & a decent ‘bulking’ breakfast I have to…
Man Instagram doesn’t half give you a false sense of the world If Instagram is anything to go by everyone is stacked with bulging muscles Shredded with ripped abs Chicks…
So I’m in a bar the other week with my Swedish mate We start chatting to some chicks on a hen party Normal chit chat then one chick pokes me…
Check out the 90 Day programme I’m running This is exactly how I’ll help you get shredded for summer https://marcusduhartytraining.wufoo.com/forms/zx0ykon0ocl2i0/ This is perfect for you if you’re a… Mid 20’s…
Looks like he’s gonna win his seat & run for presidency of the good old US of A Who the hell would have thought it An egotistical maniac running for…
Building muscle isn’t as hard as it should be. It’s not as hard as people make out. I’m talking about your regular guy here who probably sits at 70-80kg not…
You’re busy. I know. So am I. You’ve got maybe an hour before work. 45 minutes at lunch or you wanna be in & out in the evening. I’m…
That’s how long it is until summer man 10 weeks 70 days blah blah hours, minutes etc etc But guess what It’s also 10 weeks since New Year & I…
Wow… Nate Fucking Diaz Now I’ll always be a McGregor fan boy But that was seriously epic Man goes from chilling in Cabo 2 weeks ago Taking a beating for…
“Observe the masses and do the opposite” One of my favourite quotes from former ‘Dragon’ & multi millionaire James Cann. I think it’s a great quote and very relevant for…
Well check out the video below For less than £12.50 a week this is an absolute no brainer & hopefully you’ve got a brain Just watch the damn video man… If…
The world has spoken Boulders has won Time to pack some slabs on those deltoids I’ve got 10 exercises for you & a golden lateral raise video to help you look…
One of the biggest things you can get wrong! It’s easily done though. It’s one of those ‘everyone says it so it must be true’… Well now you know it’s…
So you been banging away at the weights for a while & you’re doing ok, You’re building some muscle in the right places & feeling decent about yourself… Then BANG Progress…
I hate Monday’s… You probably do as well That’s a realism of life Some days you’re gonna feel like shit What you do on those days counts though Here’s an…
Sometimes you lose a shit load of ‘weight’ But still look pretty crap in the mirror You might even feel crap as well & be performing crap in the gym…
#TeamHUD is here with the aim of Inspiring guys to get off their Ass & Dominate With a done for you 3, 4 or 5 day Training programme Nutrition Videos &…
This a question Phil one of the guys I write programmes for has started being asked…. I can’t promise you won’t get the same when you get your training nailed…
Quick vid I added to answer a couple of #TeamHUD guys queries in the Facebook group. Of course they’re pretty scared of calories, junk food & carbs when trying to…
A quick run through of exactly how Online Personal Training works & the systems I use to get you results Simple, Effective & Efficient… Sounds boring as hell but it…
Ah this guys a bit grumpy but I think he talks a lot of sense I think this is 4 minutes of gold… You may think otherwise Only 1 of…
Adams been on the Iron grind for a while now. 18 months we’ve been working together in total. Buzzing to see him hit a solid a pretty damn easy 4…
BEWARE: This recipe will make a big ass portion! Ingredients 50g oats – 181 Calories 1 scoop protein 30g – 120 Calories 250 ml Milk Semi Skimmed – 88 Calories…
**Here’s the link to your 25 Ab Building Exercises folder** Let’s fast forward to next summer 6 months time You’re in Ibiza Maybe a Vegas pool party Or even a beach in the…
Meal prep…. Designed to make things easier & quick yet it takes up half your week cooking all the damn food Ok obviously not literally and if you really wanna…
If you read this and don’t take at least 1 piece of action your a douche. The information here serves as an overall guide to allow you to build a…
“This is one of my favourite emails of all time If you like what you read & fancy getting informative but FUN emails from me on a regular basis Stick…
You know there’s a guy who held a plank for over 5 hours!! What an idiot I couldn’t think of anything worse… Actually jokes aside fair play to that…
So we managed to get my man Adam in the best shape of his life last year. A pretty solid ‘bulk’ & ‘cut’ were programmed which had Adam buzzing with…
“I honestly believe that the addition of this conditioning programme made the difference between placing top 3 and not.” Sharief Adrissi, UKBFF Welsh Open 3rd place As you can see…
Firstly I think the word sucks…! Secondly like you I don’t really like being told what to do i.e. Can/Can’t eat etc etc But mainly as when people think of…
You HAVE to eat to support your training. If you’re not you’re just wasting your time… Whether it’s fat loss or muscle gain you’re nutrition HAS to reflect your goals…
Struggling to build strength on the Bench press? Always getting pinned in the bottom portion of the lift? Well here’s a simple and damn effective way to help drive those…
I love simple effective exercises & I also love throwing in some cool variations Here’s a pretty brutal back complex you can try My Online Personal Training guys are loving…
My favourite chest development exercise Great variation The videos below I can thank Joe Defrancos Insider group for this one It’s worked well to add MASS to a number of…
Let’s be honest no one likes chubby… & the X-trainers pretty boring! So give this FAT BURNING circuit a go. One of the best I’ve programmed!
Nothing fancy about this one I just Love it to add some mass to my arms when performing it either take 20-30s rest between each exercise Or perform it as…
You HAVE to deadlift properly. Why? Cos I said so! Joking aside ensuring good technique during this life really should be a priority. I don’t actually mind people lifting with…
I had all the athletes I worked with for 3 years perform 5 reps of these 2 mobility exercises prior to every session. Every single one could eventually performed a…
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Work through these exercises for 5 reps each side for a great hip mobility circuit. I recommend completing this before every session that includes a squat variation a jump or…
These 2 exercises are great for really challenging and progressing the posterior chain. The snatch grip increases the difficulty of the exercise and challenges the mid to upper back…
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Don’t squat if you’ve just ‘hammered’ your lower back the day before! This should be a no brainer really but unfortunately I’ve just seen someone post this online. That’s just…
Building size through muscle mass is called hypertrophy and there are 2 types. In simple terms Sarcoplasmic hypertrophy is growth of the muscle due to increases in fluid in the…