Lou Schuler
Lou Schuler, CSCS, is a National Magazine Award-winning journalist and editorial director of the Personal Trainer Development Center. A lifelong gym rat (he joined his first health club in 1980), he’s contributed to Men’s Health for more than 20 years, and is the author or coauthor of many popular books about strength training and nutrition, including the six books in the New Rules of Lifting series, with Alwyn Cosgrove.
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Latest from Lou Schuler
Muscle Sculpting Technology Like EMS Suits Claim to Help You Get Swole Without Sweat
But, hold up, does it actually work?
How Scientists Are Learning How to Use Your Muscles to Predict Your Mortality
Thanks to new technology, scientists are gaining deeper insight into muscle plasticity, with the potential to change the way you think about fitness, health, and perhaps life itself.
Everything You Thought You Knew About Burning Fat Is Wrong
What do you know about your "energy flux"?
Loaded Carries Are Simple, Efficient—and They Work Your Whole Body
These moves aren't complicated, and they'll give you an efficient workout.
The 10 Best National Gym Chains to Join in 2022
Looking for a new spot to get fit? Check out one of these gyms.
How Arnold Became Arnold: The Men's Health Legends Interview with Arnold Schwarzenegger
In honor of Men's Health's 30th anniversary, the bodybuilding icon takes a look back at his decades-long career.
Belly Fat Is Dangerous. Here's How to Get Rid of It.
Belly fat is more dangerous than you think. Here's how to lose it.
How to Cut Fat and Gain Muscle at the Same Time
Don't choose between cutting weight or bulking up. Give culking a try.
Is Powerlifting Safe?
The big three lifts aren't right for everybody. In fact, they're wrong for many of us. Save yourself with these alternatives
