Metabolic damage is essentially a drastic slowing of the metabolism that is caused by excessive calorie restriction, excessive cardio, and stress on the body.
I think I can speak for all good prep coaches out there when I say that there is probably not much that is [...]
Preventing A Slow Metabolism: Understanding Metabolic Slowdown and Adaptation
College Nutrition 101
We remember when we were freshman in College, though we didn’t live on campus, we were very aware of the nutrition that was surrounding the students that did. When it comes to college food there is much to be desired. It usually tastes bad and it is usually not good for you. Most everything they cook is high fat or processed. [...]
The Safety Of High Protein Diets – Myths Dispelled
Ever since the day I first touched a weight I’ve heard them, the myths surrounding weightlifting and bodybuilding. I’m sure you’ve heard some of them at one time or another as well. Everything from “weightlifting stunts your growth” to “lifting weights shrinks your penis” to “you know [...]
Reverse Dieting Post Contest: Stay Lean And Grow
What we usually see when someone finishes a show is they go out and have a nice cheat meal after the show with family and friends, which is fine and I actually encourage it. Then Sunday comes and there’s breakfast and a few more meals off the plan, which is fine as well. The [...]
20 Supplement Lessons For A Better Physique
The combination of zinc, magnesium and additionally vitamin B6 has actually been shown to increase IGF-1 and testosterone levels. 30 to 60 minutes before sleep take 30 mg of zinc, 450 mg of magnesium and around 10 mg of B6. With all of the hype surrounding the latest and greatest in supplement science, you cannot forget your [...]
Fruit Breakdown 101: How Much Sugar Am I Eating
Despite the hate the fruits sometimes get they are a very healthy food; full of nutrients, fiber, vitamins, and minerals that your body needs. Additionally, fruits also contain antioxidants which have many positive effects on your body. Like anything else, though, fruits need to be [...]
10 Ways You Could Be Sabotaging Your Efforts to a Leaner, More Muscular Physique
Everyone wants a leaner, more muscular physique especially this time of the year! Below are ten helpful dieting hints to help transform yourself the smart and healthy way without crash dieting and starving. We’ve all heard the news in the past few years: carbs are [...]
The Ultimate Guide To Teenage Bodybuilding
At 26 years old, I still remember my teenage years very clearly. I was bullied, pushed around, and was the butt of every joke. I had virtually no self esteem and no feeling of self-worth. At a certain point I decided that it was time to start doing something about it, rather than spend the rest of my school days feeling sorry for myself. [...]
Your Go-To Guide For Cutting Fat While Keeping Muscle
If you are like any other bodybuilder on the planet you fight for every ounce of hard-earned muscle each and every day you enter the gym. Your diet is on point, your workouts are consistent and your rest and supplement regimen is perfect. Somewhere on the road [...]
Post-Workout Nutrition and Supplementation: A Practical Look
Gaining muscle and losing fat is hard enough without the confusion of trying to ingest the right formula of post-training foods and supplements. The choices you make immediately after training can make or break your quest to reach the next level which can put you on the [...]
