Posted by andi on 3:01 PM
What Is The Best Workout Routine?Before I begin let me define, "Best Workout Routine," to me that would be any workout that gets the average person in optimal shape and physical attractiveness as quickly and safely as possible. Depending on your goals the guidelines may differ. People can argue about the specifics but I believe there a few key ingredients that would be in the best workout routine.Heavy ResistanceNow some people are more guilty of breaking this rule than others, I'm looking at you ladies, but it's not chemistry. To build muscle you need to go heavy or go home. If you lift moderate amounts of weight at high reps you will not only waste more time in the gym but won't force it to evolve.High rep workouts will not make you toned. Having a low body fat will make you toned. Focus...
Posted by andi on 3:07 AM
QUESTION: Well, about 1 1/2 years ago I was overweight. Being 15 years old I was at 236 lbs. I now train everyday (cardio, weight lifting, etc) and I actually started boxing as well. I'm now 6' tall and down to 175 lbs. But here's the problem... I have quite a bit of excess skin in my abdominal area. How do I get rid of the loose skin after losing weight? From the hanging bag at the bottom, nearly all the way up to my chest. Do you have any idea how I can at least reduce this extra skin?-Thanks, Jacob Z.ANSWER:First, let me congratulate you, Jacob, on your successful weight loss. Good job! Getting rid of loose skin after losing weight is a common concern and a difficult problem to deal with. Over time you should see some improvements in your skin's elasticity, thus reducing the looseness of...
Posted by andi on 11:33 PM
The exercises that I have chosen are good ones which cover the main groups quite well. However, should you wish to change them, please remember that you should follow the same basic rules. For example, for legs, we have chosen thigh extensions as a pre-exhaust and of course the squat as the main movement.Obviously the weights will be lower when you come to the squats, but the intensity will be there without doubt, BUT when you come to re-doing the thigh extensions, you will then see (and feel) just what a pump really is.Try and keep the basic groups together as they work well, plus it has been designed so that maximum recovery is at it's best. As always, if there are any problems, please call me and I will advise accordingly.Try this for about 2 -3 months, also go for the same basic exercises...
Posted by andi on 4:36 AM
People are usually amazed and sometimes awe with a little tinge of envy to see men and women having perfect body shapes. A lot of us dream of being able to display a well-sculptured body not just to show off but to inspire others to be physically fit and healthy. As soon as you hit the gym you expect the same body and when the results do not come you wonder why.In this busy world, there isn't much time for people to really spend sculpturing their bodies to the ideal shape. A few hours each week at the gym is what most people can do as they juggle career and home plus their need to look good and stay fit and build bigger muscles.It may take some time and a lot of effort to grow those muscles into their right size and shape but once you attain this state, it is rewarding in itself because of...
Posted by andi on 3:07 AM
The Side Plank Exercise should be a part of everyone?s ab workout. It strengthens your core, works your obliques, and protects your back by increasing spine strength and stability. It is part of Dr. Stuart McGill?s ?Big 3? stabilization exercises (along with the modified curl-up and Bird-Dog exercise). Those three exercises ensure maximum spine stability and muscle endurance. They?ve been proven to reduce the number of back pain incidents when used as a part of an injury prevention program. The 3 Best Ab Exercises that Are NOT Your "Normal" Ab ExercisesThere are many versions of the side plank exercise which provide a range of difficulty levels....
Posted by andi on 10:12 AM
Bodybuilding refers specifically to the growing of muscle tissues. There are different degrees of exercise as to how difficult or strenuous it is and these are light, moderate and heavy. Bodybuilders definitely work out their muscles with heavy and very strenuous exercises that may cause aches and pains after the training when trying to build bigger muscles.These aching body muscles are not felt during the exercise but it is felt after physical activity, especially when you wake up. People who are not doing exercises on a regular basis usually feel this soreness. If you are new to this kind of training, it is advisable for starters to begin with light exercises to condition your body for the physical activity and then gradually level up until you reach the level that you are aiming for to...
Posted by andi on 1:44 PM
Over the last few years, there have been articles about how Nitric Oxide helps to facilitate blood circulation which results to better health. Increased blood circulation is also beneficial to the maintenance of a healthy heart as well.As more oxygen is carried by the blood, muscles get more of it too resulting to an increase muscle development. Nitric Oxide helps to open the passageway for blood to circulate properly. Aside from oxygen, vital micronutrients are also carried by the blood to deliver to the muscle tissues to help you to build muscle faster.The body naturally produces nitric oxide which helps to build muscles especially when you are doing heavy physical activities. Aside from the development of your muscle mass and better circulation of your blood, you also benefit from additional...
Posted by andi on 7:44 PM
Building muscle is the number one goal of just about every guy out there who is looking to get in shape, but I am sure you have noticed that muscle building has become popular among many women and people of many ages. Weight training is an important aspect of working out, especially for thin or skinny men and women who want to build muscle.If you want to build muscle you have to be patient in the method you choose. If you expect to see results to quickly, you will get discouraged, but if you don't see results at the right times, you will need to change up your method. To gain muscle is not a one size fits all deal. It is also important to keep in mind that your capability to build mass can be restricted by your genetic makeup and gender.Now, building muscle may seem confusing, but at the...
Posted by andi on 2:44 PM
Some people believe that they first have to lose all their excess fat before they begin to build up their muscles. Neglecting muscle building while concentrating on just burning off fat could be harmful, though, because you could start burning off your muscles, too. This will weaken you and slow down your metabolism. It could also result in a host of health problems including hormonal imbalances and a compromised immune system. It is, therefore, more advisable and better for your health to do your muscle building while you are losing your excess fat.Cardio workouts are the most effective exercises for fat burning. These use the largest muscle groups in continuous movements that raise your heart rate to its maximum level which is your fat burning zone. This should be maintained for not less...
Posted by andi on 11:44 AM
A lot of bodybuilders exert a lot of their time and energy to achieve the desired physique that they aim for. This may not only be for aesthetic purposes but for health purposes as well. Though it is not an easy task for those who would like to see themselves in proper shape and they will have to work to build muscle quickly.Today, bodybuilders include nitric oxide supplements to help with blood circulation and better absorption of nutrients. This is the basis for muscle building and helps the body's recovery and ability to train harder.The result depends on the kind of physical activity that you do from simple to more difficult forms of exercises. Bodybuilders work out with higher levels of difficulty as they perform also weightlifting. Nitric oxide opens the blood vessels for blood to go...
Posted by andi on 2:44 PM
If you are looking for ways to build your muscle building and strength development to the next level, you need to start cycling your gym routines. This is a concept that is rather alien to most people, however, the power it gives you in the gym is incredible.Most people just workout in the gym, week in, week out. They get burnt out, and are not able to maintain the intensity levels required to build muscle or real world strength. That is because the human body is not built to maintain high intensity levels of exercise over the long term.Cycling your gym routines is based around exercising for an 8-10 week period, and then taking a week rest to recover, develop muscle, and most importantly, build back up your mental reserves for another intense workout period.The first week back in the gym,...
Posted by andi on 2:44 PM
Deadlifts are better than squats, to build muscle, in many cases. They are a very powerful exercise that will put slabs of muscle on a person, very fast. People have ignored this truth for too long, choosing to take the easier, softer way of making excuses for their inability to progress.Why are deadlifts a better exercise in some cases?Well, people have different body types. Depending upon individual anatomical differences, a person will perform exercises differently. The effectiveness of an exercise could vary from one person to another. Some people are more suited to squats, and others are more suited to deadlifts.How does a person know if deadlifts are best for them?The easiest way for a person to tell whether or not deadlifts are best for them is to perform an experiment. They should...
Posted by andi on 5:35 AM
We all have six pack abs. yes, we all do. For some it is not visible because it is mostly covered in fat but if you look underneath and lose that body fat, you will be able to see the abs everybody wants to see. To achieve this, our exercise routine should focus on the abdominal part.One way to develop our six pack abs is to do crunches. All you have to do is to lie on the floor with our without a mat, put your arms behind your chest (or do it the other way with the hands resting on the temples), bend your knees, and then raise your shoulders towards your knees using the abdominal muscle. You can feel it if you're using the muscle in your abdomen. There's got to be some pressure there. Never lift your whole back up from the floor because this will not help you develop the abs and will most...
Posted by andi on 10:38 AM
If you are looking for tips on building muscle for skinny guys, I have compiled a complete guide here for you. Including how to eat, train and everything else to help skinny people gain muscle. I understand that you are probably very frustrated with your body. Also maybe feel a little let down by some of the dodgy information being passed around these days? How skinny people gain muscle is different than other methods of muscle building.Although I am natural fairly skinny myself, I do not have a truly 'skinny guy' genetic make up. I have trained a good friend of mine who is a true natural skinny person and I have been there to witness the hardships. Every pound put on in weight seems like a hard fought battle. Thankfully we have been able to get his weight and muscular development up to respectable...
Posted by andi on 4:14 PM
Doesn't it stink to be out of shape? Aren't you sick and tired of not having a great body that you can be proud of? How would it feel to be walking down the beach this summer with a body you can feel comfortable with? These are all questions people trying to lose weight have to answer. I know how it is because I've been overweight myself. It's not easy to get a body that you can love but it's definitely possible and I'd like to share 4 tips showing you how.Hot Tip #1The first thing you need to do is start eating a healthy breakfast. I am sure you've heard the saying that breakfast is the most important meal of the day but you may not know why. First of all, breakfast is great because it gives you energy to get the day started. The other important thing that breakfast accomplishes is that it...
Posted by andi on 4:14 PM
If you want to get muscle fast while at the same time working your body to lose weight fast, then get ready. Keep in mind it is not enough just carry out your routine exercises. What is crucial is following an exercise regimen that will give you the best techniques which can truly help you accomplish 3 goals: gaining strength, losing weight and building muscle. Focus on these top four techniques which will teach you how to gain that hard body you've always wanted.1. Maintain a healthy and hearty dietFirst and foremost, know what you need to eat more of and what you need to eat less of. Avoid loading yourself with carbohydrates. Instead, eat protein-enriched foods to get muscle fast since they help repair the fibers that get injured as you work out. Keep in mind that protein is key to help...
Posted by andi on 4:14 PM
For those women who dream of a bikini body to show off this summer, this might be the best time to start working on getting those six pack abs. There is a range of diet, exercise and cosmetic procedures you could adopt to reach your goal. However, it has been medically proven that a healthy diet and exercise regime that nourishes and strengthens your body while helping you lose weight is the safest way to a great body.There are several exercises that are known to target the fat in the abdominal region to tone and shape it giving you six pack abs. Before you begin on any exercise regime consult a medical practitioner to assess if you are the right candidate for such exercises. Also fix up an appointment with a dietitian to ensure that you are eating the right foods that will aid your weight...
Posted by andi on 6:25 PM
We are all used to getting things quickly in life and it is no different when it comes to fitness and weight loss either. If we want to lose weight or get a six pack we want it right now. That is perfectly natural, but it is useful to have an idea of what is actually possible so that you are not taken in by false claims and are not disappointed by your own efforts.When it comes to getting a six pack fast you may be surprised to learn how quickly you can get real results. You have to be realistic, however, as you are not going to go from being an overweight barrel shape to having ripped abs overnight, or even in a couple of weeks. Using the right system, you can definitely see results within a week, but that is not the finished article, and how long it takes to achieve the look you want also...
Posted by andi on 11:28 PM
Frustration is a very common emotion amongst naturally skinny people who feel that they have been dealt the dud genetic hand, and simply cannot seem to gain any weight. They are left wondering why it is that most people seem to be able to effortlessly put on weight, and yet they cannot. They have tried all the usual suspects like eating more, copious amounts of exercise and eating weird and wonderful supplements that claim to be able to stimulate weight gain, and yet they stay skinny and shapeless.The problem is that they are approaching gaining weight in the wrong way. The best way to build muscle and gain weight quickly is not to randomly try eating lots of different things (until you have no idea of what you actually ate!) Or do randomly do lots of exercises, or down supplements on an...
Posted by andi on 5:04 AM
When I first began working out and lifting weights, I didn't have a clue on how to build muscle, let alone know how to build muscle in 4 weeks! I started out by doing bicep curls and throwing the weights around thinking that my muscles will just grow.I was wrong! There can be a very big difference in how you train and the amount of muscle that is gained. Keep reading, you're about to learn some important tips to cut your time in half.Are You Eating Like a Bird?Although you might want to hear about workouts, I'm going to start with calories. Why? Because they are the primary building blocks to gaining mass. Plain and simple, you are burning more calories than you are taking in you are NOT going to gain muscle.And you must be sure to not just eat any calories; your diet must consist of 3 primary...
Posted by andi on 8:36 AM
Everywhere an individual simply turns, a person's offering a subsequent secret that will get them 6 pack abs. Many of these so termed 'secrets' involve some degree of accuracy and reliability, whilst some, not really much. Deciphering which can be the top methods to acquiring six pack abs is going to be essential to having success with this particular goal.The greatest region you might want to target any time seeking to receive 6 pack abs shall be the diet regime. Love it or definitely not, the classic saying in which 'abs are created in the kitchen', might be the most trustworthy assertions from the health business. If your primary eating habits isn't really in line, ones own belly will probably show it.To start with, make certain you are receiving sufficient required protein amounts. But...
Posted by andi on 8:36 AM
This is the question that most people ask after watching the professionals in the magazines and on bodybuilding websites. The methods and principles that can help you get huge biceps are easy when you read about them, but the truth is that big biceps don't come about just by reading about them. To get big biceps, focus on the workouts. Here are a few things to remember about your bicep training.Lift heavyThat is the first thing you need to do to get huge biceps. You cannot get massive biceps by following your normal training routine. One mistake most people make is to assume that by doing more reps with their current weight they can improve on their biceps size. That cannot be. You only maintain the current size of your biceps. You should lift heavier weights even if that will mean doing...
Posted by andi on 10:43 AM
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Posted by andi on 9:36 AM
Ahh..the end of another workday.It's 5 O' clock somewhere, so you decide to sneak out a little early because as a busy dad who is committed to staying fit you are looking forward to hitting the gym for a quick workout before you head home to join your family for dinner.But before you leave the office, your wife calls you to remind you to pick up the kids from soccer practice, drop into the supermarket to get something for dinner, and to pickup her dry cleaning which is on "your way."Oh, the life of a busy dad. Which means your workout has been blown once again, and this isn't the first time.So you think how in the hell can I stick to even a simple 3 day a week workout plan?Well, thanks to The Weekend Warrior Workout, you won't have to.I know, sometimes life gets in the way of your workouts,...
Posted by andi on 8:36 AM
How to get ripped arms really comes down to doing the proper workouts as part of your routines. The following exercises isolate the various muscles within the arms, while all having their own particular positive affects.Bicep MusclesYou can lift more by strengthening your bicep through regular exercises that target that specific muscle. You can really work out your bicep effectively by doing these exercises.Bicep Curl ExercisesUsing either a pair of dumbbells or a barbell, maintain a straight posture with both elbows stationed against the side of your body as you are curling. While holding onto the barbell with both hands, the palms should be facing the ceiling.Lift the weight up towards your chest. Then, gradually lower the weight, until they are back in the original position.Using a light...
Posted by andi on 7:36 PM
As a beginner, it's often difficult to get into weight training and working out. Most beginners (including me when I was a beginner) don't want to approachthe big guys and ask them questions about workouts and what they're doing. In today's article we're going to look at the top 10 bicepworkout and bicep exercise mistakes. The aim of this article is to help people who are new to bicep workout and bicep trainingtechniques. This will ensure that bicep workout and exercise beginners build the most muscle in the time they spend in the gym.Bicep workout mistake #1 - Bad techniqueI go on and on about this on eBicep.com, bicep technique is very important to build big biceps. If you cheat during by swinging the weight or notlifting the full range of motion you are only cheating yourself. For details...
Posted by andi on 3:36 PM
Workout videos are a perfect alternative to spending unrealistic time in the health club. They can also save you the valuable time that you would spend driving to and from the gym. For most people with careers and families this is the difference between sticking with an effective fitness plan and not having one at all. Workout videos that do not require any equipment are a great tool for overcoming many obstacles that would normally keep most people from exercising.Not all workout videos are created equal. With so many of them to choose from, how do you know which video is right for you? There are a lot of old and outdated workout videos that are still available. There are also a good bunch of new ones that are worthless. But there are a select few that offer all the elements that you'd...
Posted by andi on 11:43 AM
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Posted by andi on 1:36 PM
Turbulence Training promises to burn fat and build muscle in as little as 45 minutes, 3 days a week. I'm going to do a Turbulence Training evaluation to see if it is a successful workout program like it claims. After all, nobody wants to waste their hard-earned money and valuable time on a workout program that doesn't work.But what makes for a successful workout program?The truth is, your goals determine the success of a workout program. If your goal is to build muscle and you do a fat loss workout, the program most likely won't be successful for you. However, if your goal was to burn fat you need to find the right fat loss workout for you and it will be successful.Now, having said that, You need to look for 6 characteristics to ensure a workout program has the best chance of being successful....
Posted by andi on 11:43 AM
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Posted by andi on 8:43 AM
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Posted by andi on 8:36 AM
You don't need much for a true, old school workout.But here are a few essential ingredients that will help you build muscle faster.First and foremost, you will need a log book. This is absolutely essential. If you are not recording your workouts, you have no way of knowing what is working.I have recorded practically every workout I've ever done in the last 10 years. You learn the most from your failures - but those who don't write down their workouts will be forced to repeat their failures over and over again.Next up, you've got chalk. This is also essential - especially when training in extreme heat or cold. Mainly, you need this because it's fun to pretend you are Lebron James and toss some chalk in the air before every workout. But also because it aids your grip.Of course, if you train...
Posted by andi on 7:36 AM
First of all you should know that the prime rule from which the best workout routines are based is that the workout routine itself should not be aimed to lose weight, but rather to lose fat. The "beginner" and "intermediate" workout routines are pretty decent (although, like other reviewers, I am a bit skeptical about the 6 day workout schedule and its potential for burnout). Pilates workout routines are different in that they are exercises that promote strength and sculpture of the body without over stressing the joints.If your problem is trying to decide which workout routine is right for you and you cannot navigate the website jungle, then read on ! How Long Do Workout Routines Last ?For better results train 2 times per day, because all workout routines are approximately 20 minutes...
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