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- Easy Steps To Increase Height - by Submitted on Sep 14, 2009 from Ram GunjalAlways taller is better. No matter how reassuring other people might be if you are short or your posture is relatively bad then you should try to do something to change that. It is perfectly fine if you are searching for ways to grow taller and increase your height, especially if that affects ...
Views: 4863(2 votes) - 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 ...
Views: 1408(1 vote) - 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: 3988(5 votes) - Health Risks Posed by Thumb Sucking - by Submitted on Feb 17, 2015 from Bonnie thiessansHealth Risks Posed by Thumb Sucking Studies confirm that on an average, seven in every ten children tend to develop the habit of thumb sucking, and a good portion of them start as early as when they are inside their mothers’ wombs. Typically, thumb sucking in children is a natural reflex that ...
Views: 971(1 vote) - Hi-tech Performance wears from BODYPOST. - by Submitted on Dec 03, 2009 from Adam HsiehFitness is what your goal is. It is not a thing which money can buy! Nothing gives you more pleasure than a lean and fit body. If you agree with this, you must be having a fitness regime. Depending on your daily commitments, time span may vary but barring few, everyone nowadays has a fitness ...
Views: 1264(1 vote) - How To Avoid Common Weight Training Injuries - by Submitted on Jan 07, 2011 from Steven TyrieThe muscles of the back seem to be taken for granted. We think that since it holds us up all day, it must be a pretty sturdy muscle right? Well yes it is, but only to a certain extent. The muscles of the back are able to hold us up for extended periods of time because of asynchronous recruitment ...
Views: 646(1 vote) - How To Avoid Muscle Strains And Delayed Muscle Soreness When Lifting Weights - by Submitted on Jan 07, 2011 from Steven TyrieHow to prevent muscle strains and delayed muscle soreness is a concern that many people who regularly work out tend to have. A strain is a tear or over-stretching of a muscle or a tendon while a sprain is a tear in the ligaments around the muscle. (Just as a reminder, ligaments connect bone to ...
Views: 827(1 vote) - How to Build Bigger Biceps - Exercises & Weight Gain Fundamentals - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2009 from James McLainIf you want to know how to build bigger biceps then you need to know more than just a few good exercises to do down at the gym. You also need to know the weight gain fundamentals that will aid you in your bodybuilding efforts for all parts of your body not just your arms! The biceps however ...
Views: 2015(3 votes) - How To Build Muscle Up The Right Way! - by Submitted on Jul 02, 2009 from Tim RyanWhen trying to build muscle up it is very easy to get carried away and sabotage your own progress and also to put yourself at risk of injury or illness without even realising it. Sure it is great that you want to workout and build muscle up but at the same time one bad injury, one forgetful ...
Views: 971(2 votes) - How to Build Shoulder Muscles - Workouts & Bodybuilding Fundamentals - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2009 from James McLainKnowing how to build shoulder muscles properly is not only good for building a bigger and better body. Knowing the best way to do this is good for your health as well because diet and nutrition come into play as well as avoiding injury! Firstly lets look at diet and nutrition for muscle gain. ...
Views: 1771(3 votes) - How To Gain Muscle Mass Naturally - by Submitted on Nov 20, 2009 from Nick AndradeWhen learning how to gain muscle mass fast, a lot people fail to grasp the importance of sticking to the basics. Sure there are thousands of fancy tips and "cutting-edge" bodybuilding supplements that you can implement into your body building program, but at the end of the day, the only thing ...
Views: 1541(1 vote) - 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: 1102(1 vote) - 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: 1550(2 votes) - How To Work Out How Much Weight To Lose To Get A Six Pack - by Submitted on Jul 30, 2009 from Anthony ChapmanBeginners and in particularly men who take up training with weights normally need to gain weight and bulk up. Once this is achieved the individual can be well over 30 pounds heavier from when they first began training. There will come a time when the individual can't gain any more weight or ...
Views: 1383(2 votes) - How you can Burn Fat and Feed Muscle Easily - by Submitted on Jul 02, 2009 from Matthew ParkerHow to burn fat and feed muscle is knowledge that is critical for overall fitness improvement. If you use a scales to determine the results of your training regime or diet you may be using the wrong information and send your training in the wrong direction. An improved fitness level is directly ...
Views: 1212(1 vote) - 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 ...
Views: 730(1 vote) - Is Blockchain the latest revolution in technology? - by Submitted on May 09, 2020 from Wajahat AliThe blockchain is more like a digital ledger for storing financial transactions, like a book that contains what goes in and what goes out. Unlike the traditional ledger, the digital one is much more vast and secure without intermediaries involved. In Blockchain, each block contains, among ...
Views: 409(1 vote) - Learn About Amino Acids - by Submitted on Aug 03, 2009 from i-Supplements comAmino acids are most commonly known as the building blocks of protein. They are one of the most effective and useful supplements used by many for all of the positive effects they have on the human body. Amino acids are found in protein-loaded sources like meat, fish, dairy and vegetables such as ...
Views: 861(1 vote) - Learn About Beta Alanine Supplements - by Submitted on Aug 11, 2009 from i-Supplements comIf you have been paying attention to the supplement industry, one product that has been gaining popularity recently is beta-alanine. While it should not be confused with the amino acid alanine, beta-alanine itself is a non-essential amino acid, meaning that it occurs naturally in the body. Some ...
Views: 1723(2 votes) - Learn about Joint Pain Relief - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2009 from i-Supplements comAs a bodybuilder, joint pain is a fact of life. Pushing your body to the outermost limit takes its toll, not just on your muscles, but your bones, ligaments and cartilage as well. No matter how perfect the squat or how steady your dumbbell press, strains and sprains do happen; and that’s if you ...
Views: 1980(2 votes) - Learn about Tribulus Terrestris - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2009 from i-Supplements comTribulus terrestris is an herbal supplement that has been used for thousands of years by people on every continent. Tribulus Terrestris extract can be found all over the world and this horny herb can survive the most harsh climates and can thrive in soil that is in poor condition. The tribulus ...
Views: 2873(2 votes) - MMA Circuit Training Improve Physique & Endurance - by Submitted on Nov 25, 2009 from i-Supplements comOver the last five years circuit training has taken the fitness world by storm. With the popularity of the UFC, many mixed martial arts fighters have incorporated mma circuit training into their regular training. The purpose of mma circuit training is to combine a number of exercises together to ...
Views: 4371(1 vote) - 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 toward ...
Views: 1224(1 vote) - MMA Training Centers Learn Mixed Martial Arts - by Submitted on Nov 25, 2009 from i-Supplements comMMA Training Centers have a wide variety of different skills and disciplines of martial arts to offer someone interested in attending a training facility. MMA schools do a lot more than teach an individual how to beat up another person. Good Mixed Martial Arts Academies with great instructors ...
Views: 1610(2 votes) - 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: 1700(1 vote) - 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: 1604(2 votes) - Muscles-Markets Come Keep The Body Healthy - by Submitted on May 30, 2020 from Daniel Belzil#Arcalion #Limcee #Champix #Nicotex #ZybanSR #Accutane #AzidermCream #BenzacACGel #Gel #Betnovate #EukromaPlusCream #Imiquad #Isotroin #MelacareForte #Melalong #Permin #Placentrex #Tretiva #Albendazole #Stromectol #Deltasone #AsthalinInhaler #Asthalin #Inhaler #BudezCR #Periactin ...
Views: 493(1 vote) - Power Lifters vs. Bodybuilders - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2019 from Grant DonovanBodybuilding is generally observed as a round the clock workout routine used by professional bodybuilders and trainers to effectively utilize strength and cardiovascular fitness training to achieve muscular mass and tone. Maintaining a strict diet is a critical component observed more often in ...
Views: 641(1 vote) - Prosteroids Your Alternative to Anabolic Steroids - by Submitted on Sep 09, 2009 from i-Supplements comProsteroids have taken the sports supplement industry and the world of bodybuilding by storm. Over the last decade, athletes from just about every sport have been using anabolic agents like steroids and prosteroids. Countless number of athletes have been linked to doping scandals and other ...
Views: 3447(1 vote) - 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: 2364(1 vote) - Science Reveals How To Lose Stubborn Belly Fat! - by Submitted on Aug 17, 2009 from John AlvinoIt has been scientifically proven that individuals who are chronically under stress are more likely to carry excessive amounts of stomach fat. Is this because stressed out people tend to "stress eat"? Well this certainly may be the case for a percentage of these individuals. After all, ...
Views: 2345(1 vote) - Should You Take Protein Powder to Build Muscle Mass? - by Submitted on Aug 01, 2009 from Dingane .Protein is one of the most important components of muscle building. Protein is vital for maintaining good health, even if you don't work out. In recent years protein shakes has become the supplement of choice for most guys trying to bulk up and gain muscle mass. When you combine protein with ...
Views: 2109(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: 1308(1 vote) - 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 ...
Views: 945(1 vote) - The 15 Minute Chest And Core Fat Loss Workout For Home Or Gym - by Submitted on Aug 10, 2009 from Anthony ChapmanTime constraints for most people in today's fast living world often leave little time for exercise. The huge misunderstandings people have about the length of time required for exercise to make it worthwhile are usually a long way from accurate. These misconceptions gives the weaker ...
Views: 1257(1 vote) - The basics Behind A Straightforward Weight Coaching Plan - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2012 from Adams LoisWhen you are planning to get fit and create some muscle, then it really is important that you get started out on some kind of simple weight instruction program that may allow you to commence seeing quick gains. There are lots of distinct aspects which you need to bear in thoughts when ...
Views: 590(1 vote) - The Best Exercise Routine For Busy People - by Submitted on Dec 31, 2009 from david mauntzLets face it. With the busy lifestyle that our society lives, when it comes down to exercising, people want the fastest and most efficient program possible. So this brings about two questions. One, HOW MUCH TIME is required to get actual results from a fitness program? Two, WHAT needs to be done ...
Views: 4150(3 votes) - The Best Lower Ab Exercises Revealed! - by Submitted on Aug 17, 2009 from John AlvinoIf there was just one area on your entire body that you could change, what would it be? If you are like the majority of clients I have worked with over the past 17 years, it would be the lower portion of your abs (around your belly button level). Droves of lower ab bulge sufferers have ...
Views: 1096(1 vote) - The Five 5 Proven Steps To Building Muscle - by Submitted on Aug 16, 2009 from Dingane .Bodybuilding and fitness magazines are just so full of it. Every week they have a new “secret” method for building muscle faster than ever before? I find it incredibly frustrating to never know who’s really right. When it comes to supplements it’s even worse. Every week there’s a new miracle ...
Views: 799(1 vote) - The Standing Ab Workout - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2019 from Grant DonovanIf your ab workout doesn't provide you results or if you are just bored with it, you should try our standing ab workout. This training routine will work the ab muscles from different angles and with various contractions, things which will help you develop the abs size and strength. The standing ...
Views: 803(1 vote) - 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: 2530(2 votes) - 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: 18481(4 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: 4437(1 vote) - Top 5 Exercises to Get Six Pack Abs - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2009 from Scott HightowerTo develop six pack abs you should select a mixture of the best abs exercises. With dozens and dozens of distinctive six pack abs exercises to choose from, you should select the top exercises for your workout routine. The best exercises have been specifically designed to help you to get six pack ...
Views: 2133(1 vote) - 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 day. ...
Views: 1455(1 vote) - What Can I Do To Build Muscle And Burn Fat? - by Submitted on Aug 06, 2009 from Tim RyanThe goal of the majority of gym users is to build muscle and to lose fat simultaneously. If you ask a newbie what their goals are they will often say burn fat and build muscle. Here we shall discuss whether or not this is doable or not. So are people really able to increase muscle mass and ...
Views: 1104(1 vote) - White Meat or Red Meat: know which one is healthier - by Submitted on May 18, 2019 from bhagwan mehtaFor living a healthy and fit life you need to have food which is enriched with lots of nutrients, minerals, vitamins, and protein. As you know adding meat in your diet will fulfill the requirements of protein intake. Being a rich source of protein meat also contains lots of vitamins and ...
Views: 716(1 vote) - Why Weight Train? - by Submitted on Sep 08, 2009 from Rico ConnorWhy Weight Train? Weight training’s many benefits are achieved by men and women of all ages who participate in it. I refer to weight training as the fountain of youth. It reverses the effects of aging. Weight training used to be associated with big, hulky, bodybuilders. Now, it is part of a ...
Views: 1338(1 vote) - You Need to Know - Do Not Buy a Bodybuilding Or Weight Loss Supplements Until You Read This - by Submitted on Nov 26, 2009 from Jason Paris, CSCSThere are supplements for every situation, and for every persons needs. Fitness is no different. People involved in fitness know that there is also a supplement available to fill every need, and goal they may have. Everyone from the professional bodybuilder to the weekend warrior goes into a ...
Views: 1177(2 votes) - Forgotten Lean Muscle Mass Building Exercises That Work! - by Submitted on Jul 16, 2009 from Tim RyanThere are hundreds of different exercises you can do with free weights and resistance machines or with just your body weight to build muscle mass. You should include mainly multi-joint compound exercises in your workout as they build muscle fastest. The time proven classic mass builders are: ...
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