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- Health Benefits of Various Types of Deadlifts for All Athletes - by Submitted on Jan 24, 2017 from Angelina ClaireMost athletes know that deadlifts are one of the best exercises you can do to build lower body strength, power, and functional ability. However, many people do not know that there are different variations of deadlifts that can assist in your fitness goals! The conventional deadlift, snatch grip ...
Views: 51176 - The Ugly Truth About Coffee Mate Creamer - by Submitted on Jul 11, 2011 from Robin DimiceliThe scary truth about what is in Coffe Mate creamer: The following is a list of the ingredients and what they can do to your body: Ingredients: #1 Sugar: Processed Sugar:The health dangers which ingesting sugar on an habitual basis creates are certain. Simple sugars have been ...
Views: 39906 - 3 Things You MUST Do To Flatten Your Lower Abs - by Submitted on Aug 17, 2009 from John AlvinoI'd be a wealthy man today if I had a dollar for every time that someone told me, "My upper abs are starting to look good but I still have this pouch of fat on my lower abs." Unfortunately, this "upper then lower" abdominal fat loss pattern is the norm for most trainees out there. You're ...
Views: 29502(3 votes) - How Many Calories Do I Need Per Day? - by Submitted on Dec 01, 2005 from Marc DavidHow Do I Calculate Caloric Needs Based On My Goal (gain/loss/maintain)? Listen, figuring out how many calories a day you need to lose weight, maintain your weight or gain weight really isn’t too hard. And with the formula I’m about to give you plus a very cool website, you can easily track ...
Views: 28224(10 votes) - How To Raise Your Testosterone Levels Through The Roof With The Endocrine Diet - by Submitted on Jun 29, 2011 from Plato PowersIt's no secret that back in the day men had much higher testosterone levels then they do today. There simply had to be something that motivated men to hack their way through the wilderness, and assemble a civilization. If one is a fan of old photographs, it is not uncommon to find snapshots of ...
Views: 26269(2 votes) - 5 Worst Weight Lifting Lies That Cripple Muscle Building Results - by Submitted on Dec 06, 2006 from Jim O'ConnorWeight lifting is commonly promoted by leading health exerts in today's society. The promotion is good, but the specific workout instructions are skewed. They are skewed so badly that many weight lifting workout myths dominate the weight lifting world leading to lack of results. Weight lifting ...
Views: 24817(4 votes) - 4 Secrets to build muscle fast without steroids or supplements - by Submitted on Nov 09, 2010 from Adrian Bryant1. Always Beat your last workout and/or set.Your muscles WILL NOT get any bigger if you keep lifting the SAME amount of weight, Doing the SAME number of reps and/or sets each time you workout so for example... Your chest muscles will not grow very much if you keep bench pressing 300 lbs. for 4 ...
Views: 21052(2 votes) - What Is A Body Rub? - by Submitted on Oct 29, 2012 from Dianna SmithI know a lot of people think a body rub and a massage are one and the same. Let me tell you, they are not. In reality though, this is where law enforcement tries to trap you, and entice you to do illegal things for money. I want to stress to you it's not worth it. They are the worst ones for ...
Views: 21022 - Tips For How To Get A Six Pack Fast - by Submitted on May 21, 2007 from Mike HowellIf you want to know how to get a six pack quickly, there is a two step process that needs to be followed. You need to strengthen your abs and lose body fat. While this sounds simple, taking the appropriate steps to make this happen is challenging. If you really want six pack abs, it will take ...
Views: 18473(4 votes) - Chest Building Routines & The Best Chest Exercises To Increase Bulk - by Submitted on Aug 03, 2007 from Paul JamesA large thick chest is generally one of the primary goals of any weight trainer or bodybuilder. To understand how to build a massive chest you must first understand what muscles comprise the chest and how to target them specifically. In building a strong, powerful chest we target a number of ...
Views: 17925(1 vote) - Anatomy of Your Abdominal Muscles - by Submitted on Jul 20, 2009 from Julie BarrosWhen you think of your abdominal muscles, many people think in terms of your “six pack abs”. The truth is, there’s more to your abs than just the six pack. Learning about your stomach muscles will help you know where to tighten and tone to get those fab abs. Many people will use terms ...
Views: 17834 - Importance of Vitamins in Maintaining a Healthy Existence - by Submitted on Nov 11, 2017 from Charlie BrownIf you are really interested in achieving positive aesthetic results such as boosting lean muscle tissues, losing body weight, and taking proper care of your entire calorie; dietary fat, carb, and protein intake would be essential. These nutrients would be effectively determining how the actual ...
Views: 17560 - The Truth on Creatine Monohydrate Digestion - by Submitted on Oct 15, 2009 from i-Supplements comCreatine Monohydrate Digestion Creatine monohydrate has long been a staple in the supplement regiment of nearly any fitness enthusiast since it started gaining notoriety in the 90’s. Whether it be EAS’s Phosphagen or Champion Nutrition’s Power Creatine, almost everyone I’ve ever talked to has ...
Views: 15274(2 votes) - Tips To Improve Aerobic Capacity - by Submitted on Oct 31, 2007 from Robert BairdAerobic endurance training improves aerobic capacity by 5% to 25% in previously untrained, healthy adults. The magnitude of improvement is primarily dependent upon the initial level of physical fitness. The lower the fitness level, the greater the gain from aerobic training. The improvement in ...
Views: 11813(2 votes) - The Truth About Lying - by There are some people who can’t tell a lie, many who can’t tell the truth, and unfortunately, most people can’t tell the difference. Can you tell when someone is pulling the wool over your eyes? As children, we were raised to tell the truth and taught that honesty is always the best policy. We ...
Views: 11340(2 votes) - How To Gain Weight When You Have A Fast Metabolism - by Submitted on Aug 06, 2008 from Derek ManuelIt seems like today everybody wants to lose weight. True, our country is having a major problem with obesity, but there are still those of us who would do just about anything to gain weight. If you're anything like I was, you could just about eat a grocery store out of business and not gain an ...
Views: 10574(2 votes) - How to Gain Weight for a Teen - by Submitted on Feb 26, 2009 from Derek ManuelLearning how to gain weight for a teen means discipline in all areas, weight training, dieting, getting enough rest, and supplementation. In the teenage years, if you find yourself having a hard time gaining weight, there are a few special things you have to pay attention to that older and more ...
Views: 10378 - Bad Muscle Building Habits To Be Avoided - by Submitted on Jul 31, 2009 from Tim RyanDeveloping good habits is crucial to build muscle up on a long term basis. It is highly important to be consistently doing the right things if you want to keep building muscle. Unfortunately often people get into bad habits without thinking about the danger they are risking or about how much ...
Views: 10073(1 vote) - "New Bodybuilding Study on the Benefits of 'Deadlifts'." - by Submitted on Sep 03, 2003 from George PapazoglouDeadlifts are a very potential muscle-building exercise, that will rejuvenate your entire physical condition, to a whole new level -- if executed astutely. Here are some facts, on how Deadlifts can dramatically improve your physical power, to singularly maximized levels: * Deadlifts Will ...
Views: 9911(3 votes) - Build Muscle Mass Naturally With Qi Gong And Tai Chi - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2008 from Kay HutchinsonWhen we have a greater muscle mass, our bodies burn calories more efficiently even when resting. Qi gong and tai chi are Chinese healing exercises that allow you to build muscle naturally while increasing energy and the health of the internal organs. How do qi gong and tai chi build muscle ...
Views: 9882(1 vote) - The high-protein diets for patients with anorexia nervosa - by Submitted on Aug 06, 2011 from Lisa BeverleyStudies show that one percent of all adolescent girls and young women in their 20 years develop anorexia nervosa, and that 10 to 15% of girls die from complications of this condition. Some men develop this disease, so children usually in adolescence. Anorexia nervosa can be treated, and ...
Views: 9583 - Heavy Resistance Training vs. Light Resistance Training - by Submitted on Dec 21, 2009 from i-Supplements comFor years, one debate that has been tossed back and forth in just about every gym and fitness center across the country is; which is better, heavy resistance training or light resistance training? A variety of factors play into this debate, and the answers may not be as obvious as it may ...
Views: 9501(5 votes) - Body Building Weight Training Success With The Negative - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2007 from Jim O'ConnorBody building weight training enthusiasts always flock to one another in the gym looking for that magic muscle building button. One really doesn't exists naturally, but there is a proven body building workout technique that is second to none. This weightlifting technique is probably responsible ...
Views: 9141(2 votes) - Natural Bodybuilding Beats Steroids - by Submitted on Apr 11, 2006 from Jim O'ConnorBodybuilding enthusiasts and athletes looking to gain an inside competitive advantage constantly battle with the temptation to take steroids or not. Deciding to body build naturally is much better than taking the steroid route. There are a number of good reasons to support this statement. ...
Views: 8348 - Narcissist and His Body in Health, Illness, and Disability - by Submitted on May 05, 2015 from Sam VakninWhen narcissists fall victim to chronic or acute diseases, or survive a traffic accident, they react in either of four typical ways, depending on the type of narcissist: 1. The schizotypal reaction: the belief that the narcissist's predicament is a part of a larger, cosmic plan, or of a ...
Views: 8328 - Post Cycle Therapy - by Submitted on Nov 03, 2009 from i-Supplements comSo, you decided to take the plunge and did your first steroid cycle. The muscular gains you made were incredible, and your strength went through the roof. On the downside, all that fun is over and you’ve come to the end of your cycle. You don’t want to lose that impressive mass of new muscle, so ...
Views: 8183(2 votes) - The Benefits Of Amphetamine Derivatives - by Submitted on Mar 08, 2008 from Mira RaduFor the bodybuilder, the most appealing of the current crop of diet drugs are the amphetamine derivatives. They can be successfully used for a short period of time to burn significant amounts of bodyfat, particularly the stubborn bodyfat that is highly resistant to dieting and will not seem to ...
Views: 7954 - What Are Your Six Pack Abdominal Muscles - by Submitted on Jan 24, 2012 from Jason CamachoIf you are anything like me, you like to educate yourself about certain things that interest you so you can progress at what you do. For me, this is researching the individual abdominal muscles and how they all cooperate to provide your body that "six pack" appearance. It's essential to know ...
Views: 7675 - The Best Way to Relieve Muscle Soreness - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2009 from Sean BarkerWe have all experienced this one time or another, muscle soreness or what the exercise geeks (me included) refer to as DOMS. Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness... This can occur whether you have been working out for years or are just starting to exercise. Muscle soreness usually peaks in 48 hours ...
Views: 7433(2 votes) - Milk- The Big, White Lie! - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2009 from Ian KelleyMilk-the big, white lie! By: Ian Kelley Chef/Bodybuilder/Health Advocate www.organicbodybuilding.com Please know that I am just like you and I am not trying to speak down from a hilltop or condescend. I would do that if I thought it would work but humor is usually more effective. I too ...
Views: 7357(1 vote) - Muscle Building Drink - by Submitted on Oct 11, 2007 from Sean M.One of the most misunderstood concepts in the world of muscle building is the protein drink. I remember when I first started supplementing my diet with protein shakes. Some of my friends asked if I had noticed any differences in my training like I was on steroids or something. If that was the ...
Views: 7293 - Is Weight Training In Morning Hours More Beneficial For Muscle Gain? - by Submitted on Mar 02, 2009 from Francesco CastanoOne of the most frequently asked bodybuilding questions involves the best time to train, with many wondering if morning weight lifting sessions are superior for muscle growth. In fact, numerous bodybuilders make the effort to wake up early in the morning to perform their weight lifting ...
Views: 7266 - 7 Tips for Building Chest Muscle Fast - by Submitted on Jul 07, 2009 from Tim RyanWe have all seen the bodybuilder, athlete, gymnast, sportsmen with the large muscular chest, with great depth and mass. It looks really impressive and is what many aspiring bodybuilders strive for. So how can you build muscle chest fast? Well, here are 7 sure fire ways to build muscle on your ...
Views: 7234(2 votes) - How Old Should Your Children Be Before They Begin Lifting Weights? - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2009 from James EvansOnly a generation ago it was generally thought to be taboo for children under 14 to lift weights. It was commonly believed that it would stunt their growth, damage their joints, or injure their spines, among other things. Over the years, most of these assumptions have been disproven, and ...
Views: 7195 - Are Liquid Meals Superior To Solid Food For Muscle Building? - by Submitted on Aug 14, 2009 from Francesco CastanoMany who pursue muscle building are in need of convenient and portable methods for calorie consumption, and liquid meals are therefore a popular option for bodybuilders who are attempting to consume a consistent source of nutrients for muscle recovery and growth. Most weight lifters are aware ...
Views: 6801(2 votes) - How To Eat To Build Muscle At Fast Food Joints - by Submitted on Aug 10, 2009 from Tim RyanKeeping down two jobs, meetings to attend, kids to pick up from school and such like there are so many distractions, time constraints and pressures that if we are not vigilant can only lead to one thing... {not enough time to plan and organise your meals}. If you are anting to pack on muscle ...
Views: 6725(1 vote) - Eating Raw Meat To Gain Muscle: Is It Healthy? - by Submitted on May 12, 2011 from RAFAEL fegueroaHaving been a former (recovering) raw vegan from 2003-2010 I used to have a completely different take on eating raw meat than I do now. I never wanted to support factory farming for one. But green peace was never at the top of my list for motivating factors. Also being a bodybuilder I always ...
Views: 6670 - Shoulder Injury ( The Prevention) - by Submitted on May 01, 2007 from Troy PearsallI don’t care how strong you are or how many years you have been lifting weight. If you lift heavy and do not employ sound technique doing the movements you will eventually get a shoulder injuries, its just the nature of the game. The sad thing about working shoulders for bodybuilders is the ...
Views: 6649 - Is A Spotter Necessary For Significant Muscle Gain When Weight Training Alone? - by Submitted on Mar 09, 2009 from Francesco CastanoOne of the most important bodybuilding concepts for maximum muscle building is failure, where a bodybuilder takes a certain weight lifting exercise to the point where no additional repetitions are possible, and this requires some form of spotting on certain exercises, especially those involving ...
Views: 6591 - Cybergenics Workout Program For Building A Massive Chest - by Submitted on Oct 15, 2008 from Paul BeckerCopyright © 2008 by Paul Becker. Cybergenics was the first to take into account all factors of training, diet and supplements into a complete system. They have an intense - and I really mean intense - exercise program, that gives some very formidable results in increasing strength, while ...
Views: 6397 - Concurrent Training for Increased Strength, Speed and Stamina - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2012 from Powertec FitnessThere are some people who works out to look good, to stay fit, and to live healthy. But there are others who want to conquer the athletic world, hoping to be the strongest, fastest, or the most durable (or all of the above) among the pack. And there are also a few who aspire to become ...
Views: 5987 - HEALTH BENEFITS OF LOBSTER MEAT - by Submitted on May 29, 2013 from arnold santosBecause of the unsafe consequences of eating animal protein, most people are taking a cautious approach when it comes to eating the right kind of food. Various people from all nationalities are now becoming attracted to seafood. This commonly includes shrimp, crab, clams, and lobster. ...
Views: 5959 - The Truth About Bodybuilding Supplements - by Submitted on Aug 01, 2005 from Francesco CastanoAre you confused about muscle growth? Before beginning to lift weights, my arms measured 12.5 inches flexed, and my chest 35 inches relaxed, at 6'2" in height and 130 pounds (extremely thin). I aimed to transform my naturally skinny frame into a muscular, cut physique (VERY low body fat -- abs ...
Views: 5949(2 votes) - Ultimate Secret to Super Strength Training - by Submitted on Jul 06, 2009 from Garin BaderWhat really is super strength training if you're not equally engaging the mind with unique and super strength training techniques? So many athletes I run into these days train their bodies feverishly with often outlandish techniques in the hope to push the level of their human physical peak ...
Views: 5893(3 votes) - Pumping The Muscles With Bee Pollen - by Submitted on Feb 02, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraTo achieve a toned and well-sculpted body through muscle building, proper exercises with the right equipments, an obliging diet as well as a good muscle building supplement are essential. Muscle building requires specific workouts especially for the major muscle groups such as the abdominis, the ...
Views: 5848 - Bodybuilding Vascularity For Bodybuilding Competition - by Submitted on Sep 21, 2007 from Edwin A StevenWhen competing, bodybuilders always ensure that they have increased vascularity on the day of the contest. Bodybuilding vascularity is a condition whereby their veins on the muscles look more prominent and visible. However, female bodybuilders are not particular about vascularity, as aesthetic ...
Views: 5830 - Why Leg Raises Contribute to Back Pain - by Submitted on Mar 02, 2011 from Dr. Len LopezAbout 30 years ago we learned that straight legged sit-ups were bad for us because it caused back pain. But aren’t lying or hanging leg raises the same thing as the straight legged sit-ups – done in reverse? Aren’t we using the same muscles, whether we raise our legs and keep our upper body ...
Views: 5815(1 vote) - The 3 Day Workout Upper Body Strength & Mass Building Program - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2009 from John ChiltonWhen you go to the gym, it is very likely you see people performing a vast array of lifting and exercising techniques, and while these "exotic" techniques do work for certain muscle groups and specific desired outcomes, but for pure strength and mass building, the same basic lifting techniques ...
Views: 5617(1 vote) - 5 Day Accelerated Results Workout for Greater Strength and Muscle Definition - by Submitted on Feb 22, 2012 from Powertec FitnessBefore we get started on the workout, let’s take a moment to discuss why you may want to consider the twice-per-week-per bodypart routine. The main reason is speed of results. So long as your body heals quickly enough, you can expedite your results by training each muscle group two times per ...
Views: 5567 - What Is The Time Needed To Assimilate Protein - by Submitted on Sep 21, 2012 from Adams LoisEasy methods to know which protein to utilize and when? Each protein has its personal speed of assimilation based on its composition, like fat and sugar. To permit an optimal recovery, the bodybuilder should know the correct protein to use for each and every predicament (awakening, post-workout, ...
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