Glutamine And Creatine: Old Dogs Can Learn New Tricks!
Glutamine and creatine are two of the most common amino acid supplements in sports nutrition today. They have been talked about for nearly two decades (there is research on glutamine that dates back as early as the 1970s). Claim after claim has been made for these two ingredients leading to widespread knowledge and consequently widespread myths. So... more
Strength Training: Three Myths Revealed About Weights and Weight Loss
You want to lose weight so how does strength training fit in the picture? Using weights is a fantastic complement to cardiovascular exercise. But there are some misconceptions about strength training you should know about. Myth #1: Weightlifting will get rid of my unsightly bulges. Unfortunately, there is no such thing as “spot reduction.” ... more
Cutting Through The Hype Of Supplement Ads – No Punches Pulled
I’ll start with the bottom line: you don’t NEED supplements to burn fat or build muscle. The human body can function and make excellent athletic progress on nothing but quality food and proper training. But you CAN use supplements to help the process along faster. The real key is knowing what works, what is garbage, and when an advertiser... more
7 Must Know Facts to Build Your Strength Training Routine
Building a strength training routine can be one of the trickiest parts of a fitness program. Ask 10 personal trainers what the best strength training routine is and you will get 10 different answers. Below are 7 must-know guidelines to use when building a strength training program. Each guideline provides the basic foundation that all strength training... more
Machine Exercises That Suit Beginners
The aim for beginners to weight training must be to lay the foundations for the intensive workouts that their bodies will eventually be subjected to. Obviously successful bodybuilding involves bringing together disparate elements such as nutrition and rest but choosing the right exercises is crucial. In this article we’ll outline the machine exercises... more