Simple and Sinister Program: Counts, Variants and Evidence
Simple and Sinister centers on swings and get-ups; the official challenge counts 10 get-ups total. See how a similarly named variant differs and what the exercise research supports.
Chris Pruitt
Chris Pruitt is a certified ASFA personal trainer and the founder of WorkoutHealthy, a fitness equipment retailer serving customers since 2007. He has more than 16 years in the fitness business, and he writes and fact checks everything published on Insider.
Testosterone Levels After 40: What the Numbers Mean
Understand age chart ranges, total versus free testosterone, the limits of aging studies and when symptoms warrant a clinical discussion.
Sets Per Muscle Group Per Week: How to Count and Plan
Count challenging sets by muscle across the week with two filled training ledgers. See where compound exercises overlap and why the research does not give everyone one perfect target.
1,069 Pounds Below Parallel: Andrey Malanichev’s Raw Squat World Record
Andrey Malanichev squatted 484.9 kilograms raw with knee wraps at the Big Dogs meet in Melbourne in October 2016, a world record. Here is what independent verification found, including the current record holder.
Eleven Reps in 75 Seconds: Oleksii Novikov’s 220-Pound Dumbbell Record
Oleksii Novikov pressed a 220-pound circus dumbbell overhead for 11 reps in 65 seconds at a 2020 World's Ultimate Strongman event. Here is what independently checks out, and what it takes.
What Henry Cavill’s Superman Training Really Used Olympic Lifts For
Henry Cavill’s Man of Steel preparation included Olympic-lifting variations, heavy strength work, conditioning, and professional coaching.
Why Hilary Duff Says Strength Training Changed More Than Her Appearance
Hilary Duff has emphasized how strength training affects mood, confidence, and daily life. Here is what transfers beyond a celebrity routine.
Amy Robach Called the NYC Half ‘Pure Joy.’ Here’s What Made It Work
Amy Robach finished the 2024 NYC Half in under two hours and described it as pure joy. The result came from preparation, pacing, and shared experience.
How Brooke Shields Modified Her Workouts After Knee Surgery
Brooke Shields kept training after knee surgery by shifting emphasis and respecting rehabilitation. Here is what her example does and does not mean.
Lady Gaga’s Paddleboard Yoga: What the Playful Workout Really Trains
Lady Gaga’s yoga habit is well documented. Here is what paddleboard yoga adds, what it cannot promise, and how beginners can approach it safely.