Let’s break down and simplify this important aspect of bodybuilding. You basically need to understand three things about nutrition:
• The main purpose for each of the three macronutrients: Protein, carbohydrates, and fat
• The “right” ratio, or the “correct” percentages, of protein, carbohydrates, and fat that your food should be divided into in order to […]
One question I am continually asked is, “Is it possible to lose body fat and gain muscle at the same time?” My answer is an emphatic YES!
First of all, to build muscle, you must constantly overload the muscles in the gym. Heavy training is of utmost importance. Even when you are on a calorie-deprived diet […]
Wondering how to gain muscle? There are many fads, gimmicks and “quick fixes” to be found, but there is really only one healthy way to gain muscle mass. You don’t need to be gifted with great genetics or use potentially dangerous illegal hormones or steroids.
The “how to gain muscle” question has a relatively simple two-step […]
Bodybuilding can be defined as the pursuit of lean muscle mass. The importance of a proper diet to accomplish this goal cannot be understated. In fact, many experts argue that diet can account for up to 90% of a person’s success at building their body. Fortunately, there is an easy-to-follow meal plan that […]
The trend in bodybuilding over the past many years has been to train one body part at a time, once a week. While this protocol can be very effective, it often can lead to overtraining and it requires a heavy commitment of time. If you find yourself too busy to make it to […]
With any sport, hobby, or special interest, there are always some little tips and tricks that can make a big (or little) difference. The same is true for the sport of bodybuilding. There are some little things that you can do that can really help you out. The following are a few […]
For those who don’t know, Canadian born Doug Hepburn was one of the strongest men to grace our planet with only Paul Anderson being stronger at the time.Hepburn burst on the Olympic Lifting scene in 1950 and would later defeat the legendary John Davis at the 1953 world championships - shattering records along the way. […]
This is a nice little workout for those who want to maintain or increase strength, while knocking some excess fat off the body. It combines power exercises and sprinting with minimal rest between exercises.Diet is very important here. You can’t be trying to lean up and eat McDonald’s at the same time. Clean it up […]
This one is for the newbies out there. Don’t feel bad. I didn’t mean that as an insult. We were all newbies once.This is a solid, basic beginners workout that will have you getting bigger and stronger in no time flat. It involves compound, multi-joint movements (the best way to train in my humble opinion) […]
Do you want to build muscle as quickly as possible? If so, are you training with the proper muscle mindset? For optimal success, prior to entering the gym, you must be willing to train like a warrior.The muscle building mindset doesn’t start once you begin training, but prior to setting foot in the gym. A […]
