Michael Matthews

Michael Matthews

About

Hi, I'm Mike. I strongly believe that everyone has the potential to achieve the body of their dreams. I strive to provide everyone with this opportunity by offering reliable, tried-and-tested advice. Unlike many, my advice is not based on a desire to sell phony magazines, workout products, or supplements, but much rather rooted in science.

My work has aided thousands of individuals in reaching their health and fitness goals. I share everything I learn and know through my books. If you're seeking to get in shape and wish to look great, I believe I can assist you.

I hope you enjoy reading my books as much as I enjoy writing them. I'd love to hear your thoughts and feedback at my site, legionathletics.com.

Sincerely,
Mike

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Lyle McDonald on the Truth About Training to Failure

Lyle McDonald on the Truth About Training to Failure

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Bret Contreras on Squats vs. Hip Thrusts for Glute Gains

Bret Contreras on Squats vs. Hip Thrusts for Glute Gains

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Protein: How Low Can You Go Without Losing Muscle?

Protein: How Low Can You Go Without Losing Muscle?

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How Nicole Lost 15% Body Fat and Got Fit In Her 50s

How Nicole Lost 15% Body Fat and Got Fit In Her 50s

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The Complete Guide to the Best Upper Lower Splits

The Complete Guide to the Best Upper Lower Splits

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How to Eat and Train Correctly for Your Body Type

How to Eat and Train Correctly for Your Body Type

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Dr. Bill Campbell on Boosting Fat Loss With Protein

Dr. Bill Campbell on Boosting Fat Loss With Protein

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Dr. Pak on Minimum Effective Dose Training

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Kassem Hanson on Optimizing Your Exercise Selection

Kassem Hanson on Optimizing Your Exercise Selection

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Low Energy Availability: What It Is and How to Fix It

Low Energy Availability: What It Is and How to Fix It

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How to Avoid Weekend Weight Gain (5 Easy Tricks)

How to Avoid Weekend Weight Gain (5 Easy Tricks)

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Jordan Syatt on How to Make Fitness a Sustainable Lifestyle

Jordan Syatt on How to Make Fitness a Sustainable Lifestyle

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How Isho Lost 24 Pounds While Getting Stronger In His 40s

How Isho Lost 24 Pounds While Getting Stronger In His 40s

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How My Coaching Helped Dan Lose 20 Lbs and Gain Muscle

How My Coaching Helped Dan Lose 20 Lbs and Gain Muscle

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What Are NMN Supplements and Do They Really Work?

What Are NMN Supplements and Do They Really Work?

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How Big of an Advantage Do Steroid Users Have in the Gym? Science Answers

How Big of an Advantage Do Steroid Users Have in the Gym? Science Answers

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Elisa Marroquin on Gut Health and Body Composition

Elisa Marroquin on Gut Health and Body Composition

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Dr. Stuart Phillips on Optimizing Protein Intake for Muscle Growth

Dr. Stuart Phillips on Optimizing Protein Intake for Muscle Growth

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How Katherine Lost 19 Lbs and Competed At Age 60

How Katherine Lost 19 Lbs and Competed At Age 60

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Everything You Need to Know About Daily Weight Fluctuations

Everything You Need to Know About Daily Weight Fluctuations

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Is High-Volume Training for You?

Is High-Volume Training for You?

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Resting Is Investing: Boost Recovery and Enhance Performance

Resting Is Investing: Boost Recovery and Enhance Performance

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Ali Gilbert on Optimizing Men’s Hormones and Health

Ali Gilbert on Optimizing Men’s Hormones and Health

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The Ultimate Guide to Starting a Running Routine

The Ultimate Guide to Starting a Running Routine

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Alan Aragon on Aspartame and Cancer

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Chris Barakat on the Science of the Mind-Muscle Connection

Chris Barakat on the Science of the Mind-Muscle Connection

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Al Kavadlo on Calisthenics For Functional Fitness

Al Kavadlo on Calisthenics For Functional Fitness

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Layne Norton on Exposing Fitness Pseudoscience and Misinformation

Layne Norton on Exposing Fitness Pseudoscience and Misinformation

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Stan Efferding on Making Fitness Simpler & More Sustainable

Stan Efferding on Making Fitness Simpler & More Sustainable

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Q&A: Fasted Training for Muscle Growth, Aggressive Dieting, Leg Day

Q&A: Fasted Training for Muscle Growth, Aggressive Dieting, Leg Day

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Brad Schoenfeld on Optimal Rest Times for Muscle Gain

Brad Schoenfeld on Optimal Rest Times for Muscle Gain

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Dr. Stephan Guyenet on Outsmarting Obesity

Dr. Stephan Guyenet on Outsmarting Obesity

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How to Reduce Muscle Size (Lose Muscle You Don’t Want)

How to Reduce Muscle Size (Lose Muscle You Don’t Want)

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Dr. Kelly Starrett on Building Resilience and Longevity

Dr. Kelly Starrett on Building Resilience and Longevity

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A Science-Backed Guide to the Most Popular Weight Loss Drugs

A Science-Backed Guide to the Most Popular Weight Loss Drugs

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Q&A: New Book Release, Clean Bulking, Sleep Hacks, Supersets & More

Q&A: New Book Release, Clean Bulking, Sleep Hacks, Supersets & More

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Kasey Orvidas on Optimizing Your Fitness Mindset

Kasey Orvidas on Optimizing Your Fitness Mindset

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Brad Stulberg on Becoming a “Master of Change”

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How My Coaching Helped Martin Lose 9 pounds and 6% Body Fat

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How My Coaching Helped Luke Lose 43 Lbs in 8 Months

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Cal Newport on the Case for “Slow Productivity”

Cal Newport on the Case for “Slow Productivity”

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What Does Kinesiology Tape Do and Does It Really Work?

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Adam Schafer on the Keys to Building a Successful Business

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Q&A: When to Consider TRT, Colostrum Supplements, Sauna Benefits & More

Q&A: When to Consider TRT, Colostrum Supplements, Sauna Benefits & More

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Harry Barnes on Overcoming Fat Loss Plateaus

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Sam Miller on Managing Stress More Effectively

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The 10 Health Metrics You Must Track

The 10 Health Metrics You Must Track

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Cal Newport on the Future of AI and Knowledge Work

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How to Be Happier

How to Be Happier

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Jordan Syatt on Achieving Holistic Health

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How My Coaching Helped Matt Lose 24 lb. in 24 Weeks

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MERRY BERRY CRIMBO

MERRY BERRY CRIMBO

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How My Coaching Helped Michael Lose 30 lb. in 6 Months

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Johann Hari on the “Magic” of Ozempic

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Louisa Nicola on Optimizing Brain Health

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Mark Divine on Becoming Uncommon In Body, Mind, and Soul

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Pat Flynn on Fun & Functional Kettlebell Training

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Scott Donnell on Raising Confident and Independent Children

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Q&A: Sodium-Potassium Ratio, Best Lifting Belt, Overcoming Workout Funks & More

Q&A: Sodium-Potassium Ratio, Best Lifting Belt, Overcoming Workout Funks & More

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Dr. David Yeager on Helping Youth Build Confidence & Succeed

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Dr. Christina Prevett on Training During & After Pregnancy

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Sal Di Stefano on Enhancing Body Composition with Peptides

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Dr. Bill Campbell on the Science of Food and Weight Tracking

Dr. Bill Campbell on the Science of Food and Weight Tracking

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Dr. Andy Galpin on Strength Training for Recreational Athletes

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Jonathan Goodman on Writing, Success, and Finding Your Way

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