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- Simple And Effective Bicep Workout - by Submitted on Jul 04, 2010 from Nick AndradeAlmost everyone seems to be surfing the internet for the ultimate bicep workout to help them build bigger arms as quickly as possible. Yes there are a lot of really good bicep workouts on the internet, I think that it's important to place the right amount of emphasis on your biceps workouts. ...
Views: 1315 - Boditronics - Muscle Focused Food Technology - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2010 from Yossarian FisherIt is easy to understand the fact that if a person trains intensely each day that they will start depleting their muscles glutamine stores before they have fully recovered from the workout resulting in daily loss of glutamine. Though the body can produce glutamine, any intense physical exercise ...
Views: 1302(1 vote) - Skinny To Muscle Workout Pointers For Skinny People - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2010 from James McLainSo many guys strive to build muscles to grow out of their skinny figure but do not have enough luck. They may try eating healthier, adding weight gain supplements and o to the gym to work very hard but never achieve the results that others seem to achieve easily. Getting to the gym and taking ...
Views: 1299(1 vote) - Basic Pectoral Exercises To Stimulate Chest Growth - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2010 from Nick AndradeBy picking the right pectoral exercises, you can piece together some extremely effective chest workouts that will inevitably force your pectoral muscles to grow. If your goal is to build a more eye catching chest, then the upper body exercises that you choose are important to the process. If ...
Views: 3285 - Post Workout Recovery Will Get You From Slim To Muscular - by Submitted on Jun 17, 2010 from James McLainEver observe that guy who is at the gym daily red faced and grunting, sweating and perhaps with a friend yelling slogans at him as his veins threaten to pop? Well I did, his name was Dan and I don't think he believed in Post workout recovery. I recall him because his gym obsession did give him a ...
Views: 982 - Taking Proper Care Of Your Muscles - by Submitted on Jun 13, 2010 from Denzale MontgomeryIf you have ever worked out or spent any amount of time at a job that was a strain on you physically, then you know what it feels like to have your body pushed to the limits. Some of us either have so many responsibilities, or do not know when our bodies have had enough that it gets to the point ...
Views: 946 - Components of Physical Fitness - by Submitted on May 29, 2010 from Kunnawat SaengmeneePhysical fitness the ability to perform activities of body weight and is critical to the quality of individual health and the well-being. Performance is normally associated with motor skill. May be part of a physical fitness component. 1- Cardio respiratory endurance - Cardio respiratory ...
Views: 1847 - Building Muscle for the Hard Gainer – Top 6 Tips - by Submitted on Jun 09, 2010 from Nick RandallA Blessing and a Curse On the one hand you are blessed - You have never been able to gain weight, fat is simply not an issue. People tell you are lucky, that they wish they had a metabolism like yours. On the other hand you are cursed – You can't gain weight no matter what you try, coat ...
Views: 2145(3 votes) - Muscles in the Human Body - by Submitted on May 28, 2010 from Kunnawat SaengmeneeA human body is made up of various types of muscles and bones that help us to perform various kinds of activities. Though, bones form the foundation of our structure, they are equally important because we cannot imagine of making a single move without them. There are around 640 skeletal in a ...
Views: 1585(2 votes) - How To Gain Muscle Mass Quickly And Naturally - by Submitted on May 28, 2010 from Nick AndradeIf you want to learn how to gain muscle mass naturally, then it's important that you understand the fundamental principles of gaining muscle. While there are a lot of fancy muscle gaining techniques that you can apply to your weight lifting workouts and bodybuilding nutrition plan after you ...
Views: 1086(1 vote) - The Most Advanced Abdominal Fat Loss Program - The Truth About Six Pack Abs - by Submitted on May 28, 2010 from maccullaum haydenThe Truth About Six Pack Abs is a book that gives you information on how to best train your abs. Here, the author, Mike Geary does not only recommend the proper exercises but also he discusses about diet and offers meal suggestions as well. This book mainly focuses on strength training, which is ...
Views: 1216(3 votes) - Catching the Ball to Wellness - by Submitted on May 14, 2010 from Mike MassIf there’s one thing that you must not forego in your quest for a fitter and healthier body, it is using the stability ball. Known for other names such as the physioball and the Swiss ball, this equipment stays on a high rank among the training tools out in the market. Making its debut in ...
Views: 930(1 vote) - A Pill a Day to Supplement a Healthy Lifestyle - by Submitted on May 14, 2010 from Mike MassFor decades, much global interest has focused on the development of dietary factors and supplements. As a greater number of people face the fast pace of life, they increasingly realize the need for these multivitamins to help them cope with the demands of their popular diets. For the body ...
Views: 989(1 vote) - IGF-1 A Body Builder's Dream - by Submitted on May 11, 2010 from Betty HartIGF-1 is a hormone just like HGH, but IGF-1 is the most important growth factor that the body produces. IGF-1 is much more powerful than HGH. In fact Human growth hormone must be converted by the liver into IGF-1 in order for it to work, therefore giving the liver additional work to do.IGF-1 is ...
Views: 2968(3 votes) - 5 Ways to Spring Clean Your Workout - by Submitted on May 12, 2010 from Sean BarkerWith the sun hanging in the sky a little longer it naturally gives you more energy to do some spring cleaning inside and outside the house. Just opening up all the windows in your house after the long winter months will awaken your senses with fresh new energy. So it’s time to spring ahead ...
Views: 2258(2 votes) - The Best Food For Building Muscle and Burning Fat - by Submitted on May 12, 2010 from Sean BarkerDo you want to know the one food that has all you need to build lean muscle and burn bodyfat? Oh yeah and it tastes great and is easy to prepare! Your mother always told you to "eat your breakfast", it's the most important meal of the day!" Well, your Mom was right... again Just think of ...
Views: 1785(2 votes) - Top 10 Training Tools For Better Workouts - by Submitted on May 12, 2010 from Sean Barker1. Under Armour Gym Bag I used the same old Adidas bag for over 10 years until I needed more room for my gear so I picked this one up at a Sport Chek store. It has room for all the gear you see, is strong and durable and matches my Under Armour shirt, shorts and socks. No I am not endorsed by ...
Views: 4418(1 vote) - The Real Breakthrough of Soy Protein - by Submitted on May 12, 2010 from Mike MassLong gone are the days when soy beans were just associated with Asian cuisine, tofu, and soy sauce. Today, much global interest focuses on how soy protein can well bring about an innovation in the face of nutrition. And why not? With all its features and benefits, soy beans prove to be the ideal ...
Views: 837(2 votes) - The Perks of Working the Muscle - by Submitted on May 12, 2010 from Mike MassAs you go over the various exercise routines, deciding on the right one for you may be confusing. In your dream of having a toned and strong body, you can best bet on resistance training to help you burn the fat and feed the muscle. Resistance training, commonly called strength or weight ...
Views: 875(2 votes) - On With the Jab, Straight, and Hook - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2010 from Mike MassNowadays, an increasing number of people have included boxing training in their fitness regimen. With their hand wraps and gloves snugly donned, they go against the punching bag for deadly combinations of punches. The boxing ring has become a frequent locale for fitness buffs-male and female, ...
Views: 950(2 votes) - The Art of Detoxifying Your Body - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2010 from Mike MassHave you been feeling stressed and sluggish lately? Are you having bouts of body pain, diarrhea, constipation, or clumsiness? Perhaps you've gained a couple of pounds in just a week and have found it difficult to shed off. If you're currently facing this dilemma, excessive toxins must have ...
Views: 902(2 votes) - A Weekly Weight Workout Plan That Included Diet Tips - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2010 from todd bowmanAre you looking for a weight loss plan that would work best for you? Many people in most areas of life don’t have a plan. Remember, you won’t reach your goals if you don’t have a plan. You must have a detailed and goal oriented workout plan if you’re going to succeed. You have to realize, if ...
Views: 998(3 votes) - 4 Supplements That Really Build Muscle - by Submitted on Apr 08, 2010 from David TracyFirst off, you do not need supplements in order to gain muscle. Supplements make a 20% difference in your results. It's the hard work, eating whole foods and recovery that is the other 80% to you reaching your goals. There are many people that are muscular without taking supplements, but ...
Views: 1432(1 vote) - Triceps and Biceps: Top Five Upper Body Exercises Using the Resistance Band or Tube - by Submitted on Apr 15, 2010 from Bob Weinstein, Lt. Colonel, U.S. Army, RetiredTriceps and Biceps: Top Five Upper Body Exercises Using the Resistance Band or Tube For an investment of about $10, you can be the proud owner of a piece of exercise equipment that will give you all the strength training you need for daily life. These five basic exercises are foundational and ...
Views: 3845(6 votes) - Strength training Regimes - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2010 from Mike MassIn any strength exercise program, you can use numerous strength training regimes that could be employed to arive at different objectives. A lot of weigh lifting plans will supplement your specialized sports working out. Others will be suitable for bodybuilding and resistance training. You will ...
Views: 1176(3 votes) - Can be Defense System Pills By themselves Sufficient in Enhancing Immune System? - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2010 from Mike MassOur bodies are made up of astonishingly complex and powerful systems that even the best computer systems on this planet will not be capable to replace. One example of these systems is the defense system. It helps to fight and ward off foreign bodies and diseases, therefore holding the whole body ...
Views: 895(1 vote) - The Strength of Weightloss Detox - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2010 from Mike MassAs unhealthy routines of eating, drinking and living begins to come to be prevalent in our existence, our body come to be increasingly more mired by our excesses and turn ineffective. This can be best shown whenever we check out the metabolic processes that are classified as built in in a ...
Views: 793(1 vote) - Working out for Top Biceps Workout - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2010 from Mike MassThe biceps are arguably the most frequently trained muscle for the reason that they ‘show off’ appeal to many bodybuilders. To ensure that your biceps are suitably shaped up and developed, will surely have to to have an understanding of the biceps a little more. With this understanding, you are ...
Views: 1186(1 vote) - Cutting Fat: Muscle Building and Your Initiative to Reduce Excess Fat Fast - by Submitted on Mar 25, 2010 from Trevor PriceWho wouldn't wish for a shape which is absolutely ripped and practically free of fat? Besides, by possessing a beautifully shaped and buff shape, you will appear more alluring than in the past, feel proud to show it off and certainly keep from unpleasantness once you go to the beach for a ...
Views: 1177(1 vote) - The Importance of BMI Calculation and Interpretation: - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2013 from parthiban vBody Mass Index (BMI) is one of the main terms which help us to value our weight. It spread throughout the world for finding whether a person is in good health or obese and it also helps to determine how much fat our body contain. Many researches had revealed the truth that a BMI among 19 ...
Views: 828(3 votes) - Following An Effective Weight Gain Program To Build Muscle - by Submitted on Mar 22, 2010 from Steven DeAngeloSo you stop by a fast food restaurant, and after a few minutes of waiting you sense someone is standing behind you, you turn around and see this big bulky dude. Like every guy your first thought will be “damn how did he get so big?” Well I have the answer to that question; what you need to get ...
Views: 979(4 votes) - A Weekly Muscle Building Program - by Submitted on Mar 21, 2010 from todd bowmanMost people nowadays are looking for ways to get into shape. Remember, there is no better time than now to make changes to your body and lifestyle. I'm sure you realize it's not the easiest thing to get on a good muscle building program but that is what this article is all about. For you ...
Views: 968(4 votes) - 4 Tips To Get Bigger Muscles - by Submitted on Mar 21, 2010 from todd bowmanRoutine: Let’s talk about exercises that help you get bigger muscles. The important thing is that you max out when lifting while continuously trying to increase your weight. A max is simply one rep with the most weight you can do. Every gym session, your ultimate goal would be to increase your ...
Views: 1185(4 votes) - Increase Your Muscle Mass with These Tips - by Submitted on Mar 21, 2010 from todd bowmanMany people want to gain muscle and lose weight. They might know a thing or two about how to gain muscles but now we want to learn how to gain muscle mass. Just remember that learning how to gain muscle mass is something that won't come overnight and you'll actually have to put in many hours ...
Views: 916(4 votes) - Muscle Development Strategies That Allow You To Achieve A Muscular Body Quickly - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2010 from Trevor PriceCurrently, many men and women are significantly concerned regarding their health and fitness, as well as the importance of having a terrific looking build. Therefore, you will see health and fitness center parking lots are routinely filled with vehicles driven by those seeking those two ...
Views: 979(5 votes) - Key Strategies to Help Make Your Initial Muscle Development Experience a Winner - by Submitted on Mar 17, 2010 from Trevor PriceDeveloping your muscles takes patience, conviction and willpower to hit your objectives during the course of many months. Nearly all individuals that start will establish significant advances through first months, then a number of disheartening stretches of stifled development and ...
Views: 814(2 votes) - How to Augment Your Resistance Training Program with Excellent Supplements - by Submitted on Mar 16, 2010 from Trevor PriceFor those who are sincere about building muscle mass through weight training, you will discover a huge array of man-made supplements from which to select. Many of these are engineered by admired and respected producers which promote their products for quick muscle build. Still, a number of ...
Views: 1035(3 votes) - Muscle Development Workouts: A System For the Complete Physique - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2010 from Trevor PriceIn a muscle building strategy, the exercises which you do can make the distinction between a successful strategy and one that wouldn't achieve a lot for you. The great thing is that there are various muscle development exercise techniques you are able to integrate into your workout that can ...
Views: 856(2 votes) - Fail three weight loss diet beliefs that misleading people to failure Key facts to Build Muscle, Reduce Fat - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2010 from Mike MassTo build lean muscle, get rid of fat is a common objective of many aspiring athletes and muscle builders in particular. The two principles at first sight seem to contradict one another as their physiological demands are not the same. To develop lean muscle, it not only requires high resistance, ...
Views: 806(2 votes) - Why Amino Acids are Important for Muscle Building or Bodybuilding? - by Submitted on Mar 09, 2010 from Anna PatrickAmino acids are the basic building blocks of protein and protein is essential for bodybuilding. Eating quality food is the most common way to get amino acids into the diet, especially high protein foods like lean meats and non fat dairy products. Even some vegetables can offer high levels of ...
Views: 1283(4 votes) - Activities To Increase Metabolism - by Submitted on Mar 09, 2010 from jackson murrayWhat exactly does metabolism mean? Metabolism is the process in which your body converts all your food and drink into energy to sustain life. You are constantly burning energy, whether you are working out, sleeping, or even just reading this article as your body has to provide all the energy for ...
Views: 1569(5 votes) - Bodybuilding Strategies: How to Create a Successful Exercise Program for Bodybuilding - by Submitted on Mar 05, 2010 from Trevor PriceDo you want to have a physique which is fully ripped? We're all well aware that with a toned and sculpted body, you can make quite the impact at the beach. Well, to arrive at that great destination, it takes not only work, but effective resistance training technique. Beyond Aimless Outings ...
Views: 950(3 votes) - The Best Foods to Build Muscle and Lose Body Fat Submitted on Mar 05, 2010 from Healthy 8drianOK, first thing first. If you don't have any junk food around the house, then you're less likely to eat it. On the other hand, if all you have is healthy food, you're forced to eat healthy. It all starts with making smart choices when you make your trip to the supermarket. So lets get ...
Views: 1269(4 votes) - Muscle Growth And Fitness. - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2010 from anney shineToday, maintaining health and fitness have become more important than ever before. With illnesses becoming more often, we have to equip ourselves with everything necessary to maintain health and have a good quality of life. One of the best ways to jumpstart your way to better health is through ...
Views: 721(2 votes) - Body Building Workout: Produce Muscle Mass with Rugged Body Building Routines - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2010 from Trevor PriceTo gain the maximum benefit from a body building workout, you will need to utilize a number of routines that address each part of your body and work the various groupings of muscles. The use of weights, weight machines and aerobic movements that get the heart pumping are all components of a ...
Views: 1819(3 votes) - Pull-ups, Why They are Important to Your Workout - by Submitted on Sep 21, 2010 from Dr. Len LopezPush-ups and pull-ups have long been considered the two best exercises you can do to train your upper body. The reason for that is these two exercises target every major muscle group of your upper body. You’d be surprised as to how good of shape you can get into when you only perform these two ...
Views: 3787(3 votes) - Effective ways to gain muscle - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2010 from jason sandersMost of you start building muscles with some or the other pro body builder in mind. That can only leave you stressed and exerted. Most of them did not become what they are overnight and the rest of them do not train naturally. So remember, Rome was not built in a day. The main focus to build ...
Views: 774(2 votes) - Become a lean machine - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2010 from jason sandersTired of dieting, the endless working hours at the gym and no substantial result? Contrary to what people believe, there is no permanent and quick way of being lean and having that perfectly shaped body. Being lean refers to having a thin yet toned up and healthy body. Either most of the methods ...
Views: 851(2 votes) - How to Get Six Pack Abs Easy In Just 4 Weeks - The Super Abs Formula - by Submitted on Feb 17, 2010 from Krister LidbergWhy do you want to get six pack abs? Let me guess, every man wants to get six pack and so do you, right? I sure did and now I got it by following this Super Abs Formula. If your goal is to show off at the pool or on the beach you should really think about this one. What are women looking for ...
Views: 1438(2 votes) - Building Muscle - How to Build Massive Muscle For the Hardgainer - by Submitted on Jan 29, 2010 from Michael DaviesHard gainers often if not always fall into the body type category of ectomorph. People that fall into this category are usually very skinny, and have a small frame. They often have a hard time gaining weight, and can eat almost anything and not gain an ounce. It is often very difficult for these ...
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