Let’s face it – seeking out the right information can be confusing whether you are a bodybuilder or just an average gym rat. Magazines, videos, online blogs, or even the biggest guys in your gym all provide different advice. That’s not to say any, or all, of that advice is ‘good’ or ‘bad’ but conflicting […]
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Training arms is so important to the common bodybuilder or fitness enthusiast that there is absolutely no shortage of information out in the mainstream. Magazines, the Internet and high-end trainers will try to market their ‘secret’ to biceps and triceps growth. The real secret is that there is no secret. The ‘shocking your arms’ theory […]
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In preparation for writing this article, I wanted to see what exactly was written out on the web when it came to glute/ham training. What I found was not all too surprising; some write-ups were marred with confusing scientific jargon, of the remainder, the vast majority was irrelevant or even outright incorrect. Some writers suggest […]
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There is, without a doubt, a no more difficult area of the body to develop muscle size and strength, than in the muscles of the back. Look no further than your local fitness facility where people of all levels, from beginner to advanced, exhibit inferior back development overall compared to some of the more “acknowledged” […]
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It is important to keep in mind that these 10 key suggestions for Quad training will fly in the face of “gym lore”. Not a day goes by in the gym where I don’t hear advice from one trainee to another that totally disregards these keys facts about training quadriceps. Not many people train them […]
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Taurine is one of the best amino acids to help improve muscle soreness because it helps to push glutamate conversion to GABA. This means you go from catabolic, to anabolic faster. The best way to use taurine is 2-5g after workouts and before bed. It is a calming amino acid, so don’t use too much […]
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Glycine is unique in that it is the most simple amino acid and makes a base-building block for many other proteins and amino acids. It is vital for detoxification, especially of the petrol chemicals we breathe in, drink and eat every day. It helps to improve growth hormone productions and is a building-block for glutathione […]
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Almost everyone is familiar with the idea that glutamine is great for muscle recovery, but it is often under utilized in this instance. Glutamine is also a favorite source for your liver, used to make glucose when consuming low amounts of carbs, therefore can help you stay anti-catabolic on a low carb diet. Glutamine is […]
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Tyrosine is perhaps the most energizing amino acid because it helps to increase the neurotransmitter dopamine which gives us drive and motivation. Dopamine also helps to increase energy production and metabolism. Tyrosine can also help to increase CoQ10 which improves cellular energy and is cardio protective. The best way to use tyrosine is in the […]
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When hypertrophy (muscle building) is your main goal, the food and nutrients you consume around the workout is by far the most important aspect in maximizing growth and optimizing recovery. If you’re looking to immediately accelerate growth and improve body composition, then you’d better sit down and take some notes. This is exactly where you […]
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Protein 101 Those of you following any of my programs and / or striving to be a top bodybuilder or athlete will have a GREATLY increased demand for nutrients. Especially protein. The protein choices listed here are to be rotated on a daily basis. Ideally, you are consuming 5-6 DIFFERENT sources of protein each day. […]
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1 scoop Vanilla protein 1 cup frozen blueberries 1 Banana 1 cup broccoli 1 tsp Fish oil 1 cup spinach water Blend for 30 seconds or until smooth
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