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Body Building is the process of developing muscle through the combination of weight training, increased caloric intake, and rest.
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- 3 Essential Steps To Gaurantee Bigger Biceps Quickly - by Submitted on Nov 19, 2009 from Tim ryanThe show muscles, the guns, the biceps, the pythons whatever you want to call them they always have a special place in weight lifters vision of what they desire. Your guns are quite possibly the easiest muscle group for people to view which is possibly why they have achieved such important ...
Views: 2You must read the article to rate it. - Good Chest Workout for Amazing Pecs - by Submitted on Nov 17, 2009 from i-Supplements comDeveloping your pecs into massive slabs of impressive beef is a goal of many men who walk into the gym. The trouble is, many of these gym rats have no specific weight training routine, and for the most part, their effort goes to waste on meaningless ego boosters such as how much they can bench ...
Views: 7(2 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - The #1 Tip to Body Transformation: Control Your Inner and Outer Environments - by Submitted on Nov 17, 2009 from Brandon Cook“Learning is a behavior change- if your behavior doesn’t change- you did not learn.” -Bedros Keuilian At a recent seminar I attended, Bedros asked the audience “Do you know why people fail?” He then said there are two reasons: 1. The thoughts that occupy your mind 2. The ...
Views: 6(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - MMA Combat Basics - by Submitted on Nov 16, 2009 from Emile JarreauFor the same reason that many people love MMA (Mixed Martial Arts) fighting, critics out there don’t like it: it’s a no-holds-barred competition with plenty of brutal beating. For some it’s very exciting, while for others it seems like some sort of barbaric sport. Whether you are leaning ...
Views: 4You must read the article to rate it. - Best Bodybuilding Supplement to Build Muscle and Lose Fat - At the Same Time - by Submitted on Nov 18, 2009 from Jason Paris, CSCSSorting through all the muscle building and weight loss supplements on the market can take some time and be a daunting experience. Every commercial and every ad claim that their product will strip away fat or pack on muscle like magic. You may have tried many of these different products and have ...
Views: 8(2 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Body Building - How to Succeed 3 - by Submitted on Nov 14, 2009 from Peter Radford1970’s Onwards Continued There was an attempt by the IFBB, in the early 2000s to make bodybuilding an Olympic sport. In 2000, it successfully obtained full membership of the influential IOC. It then attempted to have the sport classified as a demonstration event at the Olympics. The ...
Views: 4You must read the article to rate it. - Muscle Building Shoulder Exercises - by Submitted on Nov 10, 2009 from James HartDevastating Delts This article will take you through the anatomy of the deltoids and how to train them for full growth. Building boulder shoulders will create the width on your frame. The shoulders are made up of three ‘heads’, or different muscles that allow the shoulder to move as it ...
Views: 6You must read the article to rate it. - Bodybuilding Equipment to Own - by Submitted on Nov 06, 2009 from Emile JarreauBodybuilding is an astonishingly new sport, probably so recent because of the advent of new fields in medicine and biology. Before too long ago, we didn’t actually understand much of how the body works, and bodybuilding was a difficult science to master. Now that the cause and effect ...
Views: 9You must read the article to rate it. - Weight Training: The Science and Technique - by Submitted on Nov 05, 2009 from Rico ConnorWeight Training: The Science and Technique Let’s go over—in layman’s terms—the basics of how muscles are built. During a workout, the stress applied to a muscle results in the breakdown and damage of the muscle’s fibers. This damage is the muscle soreness that you feel the following ...
Views: 11You must read the article to rate it. - Exercises To Build Bigger Triceps - by Submitted on Nov 05, 2009 from James HartExercises to build bigger triceps The triceps make up 2/3rds of arm mass, so as many people focus on bicep development, it is more prudent to really focus on building muscle on your triceps if you want bigger arms. Tricep pushdown You can use a rope attachment, or a straight bar on a cable ...
Views: 13You must read the article to rate it. - 3 Best Exercises to Build Upper Back Strength - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2009 from Tony SchwartzThe upper back is typically one of the first victims of "mirror training". Mirror training is the workout system that most guys seem to be following today, and it involves workout out only the muscles you can see in the mirror. This means primarily the arms, chest, and abs. The issue with this ...
Views: 18(2 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - 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, ...
Views: 10You must read the article to rate it. - The Best Deltoid Building Exercises - by Submitted on Nov 03, 2009 from Tony SchwartzThe deltoids are the key to unlocking upper body size. They are used in all pressing and pulling exercises, so if you can improve the strength of your deltoids you should also see your numbers go up in exercises like the incline bench and chin-ups. In addition, the deltoids, along with the ...
Views: 14You must read the article to rate it. - The Purest Form of Meditation - by Submitted on Oct 30, 2009 from Brandon Cook"Infinite silence is the mind of God. It is a mind that can create anything out of the field of pure potentiality." -Deepak Chopra We will be using meditation to prepare, relax, and heal the body and the mind from our physical training, as well as, to further develop the proper mindset. ...
Views: 28(3 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Using Meditation to Access the Subconscious - by Submitted on Oct 29, 2009 from Brandon Cook“Meditation brings wisdom; lack of meditation leaves ignorance. Know well what leads you forward and what holds you back, and choose the path that leads to wisdom.” – Buddha I have harped on the fact that our thoughts create our reality and directly influence our experience of life many ...
Views: 9(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Why Should I Bother With the Whole Subconscious Mind Thing? - by Submitted on Oct 28, 2009 from Brandon Cook“Your mind is your instrument. Learn to be its master and not its slave. Meditation is the gateway, through which you arrive to the world of freedom.” -Remez Sasson You may be wondering why the subconscious mind is so important, after all we're mainly talking about body transformation ...
Views: 11(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Supplement Guide for Body Building - by Submitted on Oct 22, 2009 from jerry jamesOne of the essential ingredient that most top body building supplements include in their formulation is Carnitine. L Carnitine plays an vital role in preventing fatty buildup in the heart and skeletal muscles. Essential in breaking down fats into energy, L Carnitine is also one of the poplar amino ...
Views: 26(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - The 2 Biggest Rookie Mistakes That Will Stop You Gaining Muscle - by Submitted on Oct 21, 2009 from Dean BlackstoneOn the face of it, bodybuilding is simple: train, eat, rest and grow. Pretty much everything involved in succeeding in bodybuilding comes under the umbrella of training, eating and resting. Should be a cakewalk, right? Should be – but it’s not. The amount of variables within those ...
Views: 29(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Building Large Legs - by Submitted on Oct 20, 2009 from James HartBuilding Killer Legs How can you tell a serious bodybuilder? Most people train chest and arms and walk around with matchstick legs. If you are serious about building a truly spectacular physique your legs must be worked to the limit. Not only will this add more weight to your frame, training ...
Views: 23(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Sample Back Workout - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2009 from James HartBuild Your Back With This Hardcore Workout! Many people admire those wing-like lats you see on pro bodybuilders but training your back properly with full intensity requires exceptional technique, determination and concentration. You can easily fall into the trap of not training your back with ...
Views: 23(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - V-Taper Training Tips - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2009 from James HartV Taper Training – Building Your Muscular Physique Building the classic V Taper will create a totally muscular upper body look! Large shoulders leading into a wide, thick back and a small waist creates the appearance of a large muscular frame. Learn how to create the classic V Taper in this ...
Views: 25You must read the article to rate it. - Hardgainer Training, Nutrition & Recovery Tips - by Submitted on Oct 17, 2009 from James McLainDoing a Hardgainer training regime does not mean you should be training like a hardgainer, instead it should be training in reaction to what makes you a hardgainer. The difference is not just a play on words but an attitude change that will serve you well as you attempt to change your physique from ...
Views: 23You must read the article to rate it. - Rapid Muscle Gain - What You Need to Know - by Submitted on Oct 15, 2009 from Pete SiscoThere are a lot of ways to gain muscle. You could lift cinder blocks or dig ditches or swing a sledgehammer. Those all work. Lifting dumbbells, doing pushups, and lifting lighter weights through a full range of motion all build muscle. If you wanted to gain 20 pounds of muscle and lose 20 ...
Views: 27You must read the article to rate it. - The Three Best Exercises for Adding Muscle Fast - by Submitted on Oct 15, 2009 from Pete SiscoAdding more muscle to your body isn't just for macho guys who love to sweat and grunt in dank gyms. Men and women at every age and every walk of life are beginning to hear about the enormous health benefits of having more lean mass: more calories burned every day, more fat burned off, lower blood ...
Views: 30You must read the article to rate it. - Learn About Bodybuilding Nutritional Supplements for Women - by Submitted on Oct 15, 2009 from i-Supplements comWith the huge selection of nutritional and sports supplements available today, it’s often difficult to wade through all the hype to get to the optimum bodybuilding supplements for helping you reach your individual goals. As a woman, it can be even more challenging because most bodybuilding ...
Views: 33You must read the article to rate it. - 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 ...
Views: 29(2 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Skinny Bodybuilding - The Importance of Diet & Nutrition - by Submitted on Oct 15, 2009 from James McLainTo make the most of your skinny bodybuilding goals you need to have determination, resolve, good planning and an understanding of how the naturally skinny body types work. The body type you have if you find it very difficult to gain weight is an ectomorph which is known to have a very fast ...
Views: 26You must read the article to rate it. - What Are The Best Muscle Building Exercises? - by Submitted on Oct 14, 2009 from James HartWhat are the best muscle-building exercises? It's a question we all ask, so here's my version, based on the effectiveness of the exercise to build muscle on a specific body-part. Chest We're looking to build as much muscle mass as possible right? Cable flyes are a great isolating exercise, but ...
Views: 25You must read the article to rate it. - Private Security – How Much Secure You Are - by Submitted on Oct 14, 2009 from Mac AndersonPersonal security has become an issue in today’s world. One seems to be at risk at all times of the day, whether it is morning or night. Acts of violence, vandalism, robbery, burglary has become quite a common phenomenon. A glance at the newspaper will confirm that. So what do you do to guarantee ...
Views: 23You must read the article to rate it. - The Benefits of Creatine Monohydrate Supplements - by Submitted on Oct 13, 2009 from i-Supplements comOne of the most versatile and widely used supplements in the history of the health and fitness industry is creatine. It doesn’t matter if you are on a weight gain diet or you want to lose some fat, creatine monohydrate can aid your gains (and fat losses) in the gym. Creatine monohydrate ...
Views: 29You must read the article to rate it. - Are You Building Muscle? Or Just Lifting Weights? - by Submitted on Oct 15, 2009 from Pete SiscoHere’s a question I love to ask guys who go to the gym every day: “Do you want to lift weights or do you want to build muscle?” The fact is most people lose sight of why they are lifting weights in the first place. Favorite exercises take on a life of their own. People perform them by rote, ...
Views: 35(3 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Top 10 Tips For Reaching Your Bodybuilding Goals - by Submitted on Oct 13, 2009 from James HartTop 10 Tips For Reaching Your Goals! Many people find it hard to reach their specific goals for a number of reasons. Some give up after not seeing any gains and some can’t seem to find the motivation. In any case, here are the top 10 tips on keeping to your regime and making sure you reach ...
Views: 29You must read the article to rate it. - Bodybuilding Facts - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2009 from Emile JarreauIn order to truly become the best bodybuilder you can be, you can’t forget that bodybuilding facts are based on science. If you want to succeed, you must immerse yourself in the facts surrounding the act of bodybuilding. Think of what would happen if you tried to drive a car by pushing the ...
Views: 16You must read the article to rate it. - Gaining Mass for Hardgainer Skinny Guys - 3 Tips - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2009 from James McLainGaining mass for hardgainer skinny guys can be a rough journey. Hours of exercise at the gym looking like a twig compared to the other guys following by shoveling foul weight gain supplements that give you unrealistic expectations as well as the constant sore and tired muscles. All this and for ...
Views: 16You must read the article to rate it. - Hardgainers Weight Lifting Program Tips - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2009 from James McLainCreating a hardgainers weight lifting program is a great way to keep on target with your muscle building goals if you are a skinny guy who finds bulking up difficult. It is amusing to call is a hardgainers program though as this can be useful to anyone trying to get big and ripped but hardgainers ...
Views: 15You must read the article to rate it. - Hardgainer Meal Plans - Nutritional and Planning Advice for Skinny Bodybuilders - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2009 from James McLainIf you are a hardgainer, meal plans should be a central part of your bodybuilding regime. In fact it is precisely because you are a hardgainer you must take not of this because gaining muscle mass is not just about pumping iron (though that is essential), it is also about supplying the body with ...
Views: 22You must read the article to rate it. - Explaining Pyramid Sets - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2009 from James HartExplaining Pyramid Sets When lifting weights and bodybuilding what is the best way to perform your sets? Most beginners will use the simple 3 sets of 10 reps approach, but most of the pros will use pyramid sets. Pyramid sets a called as such because they follow a pyramid structure with the ...
Views: 29You must read the article to rate it. - Blast Your Bench! Tips For Building Your Chest - by Submitted on Oct 07, 2009 from James HartChest Training A fully developed chest is one of the most desired body parts from the vast majority of trainers. I don’t know a single person that would choose perfect calves or quads over their pecs! With this in mind we are going to look at the anatomy of the chest and the exercises you can ...
Views: 37(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Muscle Building Aminos: An Overview - by Submitted on Oct 07, 2009 from James HartMuscle Building Aminos - An Overview The amino acids found in food make up proteins and are absolutely vital for life. When digested they are used to build and form new tissue and cells that are essential for all living things. In humans these proteins are used to build and maintain the skin, ...
Views: 27(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - How to Snack For Fat Loss – Tips For Dieters and Bodybuilders - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2009 from Anthony ChapmanThe chances of you achieving fat loss or other diet and fitness related goals depend on the types of food you choose to eat, not just for your main meals but for your snacks too. Your success is determined by food quality, quantity and frequency of meals or snacks. It is important to find the ...
Views: 38(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - The World's Smartest Workout - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2009 from Sean BarkerE=mc² You might remember this from your old high school math class. It was Albert Einstein's Theory of Relativity. Despite Einstein's well known brilliance, what amazes me even more was he was also a busy dad of 3 kids. Einstein was known for challenging the status quo and I think if ...
Views: 40(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - 3 Simple Steps To Building Maximum Muscle - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2009 from Sean BarkerEven with today's technology, everything is still not completely understood on what causes muscle growth. There are actually a whole series of biological processes that are triggered after hard, heavy weight training. Despite all the advances in medical science and human kinetics, the most ...
Views: 34(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Harnessing the Power of Your Subconscious Mind- Part II - by Submitted on Oct 07, 2009 from Brandon Cook“If you accept a limiting belief, then it will become a truth for you.” – Louise L. Hay “People are anxious to improve their circumstances but unwilling to improve themselves, they therefore remain bound.” - James Allen In Part I of this series we began our exploration of the ...
Views: 52(5 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Harnessing the Power of Your Subconscious Mind- Part I - by Submitted on Oct 06, 2009 from Brandon Cook“Whatever we plant in our subconscious mind and nourish with repetition and emotion will one day become a reality.” – Earl Nightingale “The world is a great mirror. It reflects back to you what you are.” -Thomas Dreier The whole point of the First ...
Views: 77(10 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Body Building - How to Succeed 2 - by Submitted on Sep 28, 2009 from Peter Radford1970’s Onwards In 1977, the film Pumping Iron, starring Arnold Schwarzenegger, the famous bodybuilder, was released. This gave the sport a huge publicity boost. At about this time the IFBB, the International Federation of Bodybuilders, were the pre-eminant force in the sport. Conversely, ...
Views: 35(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Learn About & How to Use Creatine - by Submitted on Sep 22, 2009 from i-Supplements comOver the last 15 years creatine has been one of the most talked about and controversial sports supplements in the world. Creatine is a nitrogenous organic acid that occurs naturally in vertebrates and helps to supply energy to muscle. Creatine was identified in 1832 when Michel Eugene Chevreul ...
Views: 46You must read the article to rate it. - Learn About Protein Powders - by Submitted on Sep 22, 2009 from i-Supplements comAs a former competitive bodybuilder, I have taken a wide variety of protein powders over the course of my career. From whey protein to casein to a blend of both, I have pretty much tried them all. But when it comes to protein powders, there are a wide variation in the quality that you can purchase. ...
Views: 42You must read the article to rate it. - Learn About Human Growth Hormones - by Submitted on Sep 22, 2009 from i-Supplements comHuman Growth Hormones (HGH) have been a controversial topic amongst athletes and sports enthusiasts around the world for almost a decade. The use of HGH in sports has been widely documented with a large number of high profile professional athletes, along with Olympians admitting to the use of this ...
Views: 45(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Advanced Bodybuilder Routines - by Submitted on Sep 20, 2009 from Emile JarreauTraining routines of advanced bodybuilder are greatly different from that of a beginner. The differences in the training regimens include not only the weight being used, but the frequency of the lifting and usually the diet as well. An advanced bodybuilders physique can be a thing of beauty indeed ...
Views: 36(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Intermediate Bodybuilders: Stage two and beyond - by Submitted on Sep 20, 2009 from Emile JarreauOk, so now your training wheels are off. You have been bodybuilding for 6-12 months, made some fantastic progress, and are ready to take your bodybuilding workouts to the next level. It is in this stage of bodybuilding where some of the most impressive gains are made, OR, the bodybuilder simply ...
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