September 2012
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How to increase your one-rep max
In this article I will cover my interpretation of training for unequipped Powerlifting. That is how to increase your 1RM in the Power Lifts. This article will assume you have graduated from beginner status, have a strong foundation and have a good grasp of form on all of the Powerlifts.
Firstly the weekly schedule that I would recommend:
Monday: Bench Press & Assistance
Tuesday: Squat...
Regaining Lost Weight? Your Hormones May Be the...
If you’re one of the many people struggling to maintain your weight loss after dieting, emerging research may help you understand your plight. A recent study published in the New England Journal of Medicine found that dieters who regain weight are not simply backsliding into old eating habits: They’re battling biology itself, which tends to fight to keep weight on.
While more...
Educate yourself on SLEEP
6 tips for getting a better night’s sleep:
Answers via Dreamland: Adventures in the Strange Science of Sleep.
1) Exercise during the day promotes good sleep at night:
…those who exercised reported a better quality of sleep than those who remained sedentary.
2) Mattress quality doesn’t matter. The only factor that was relevant with regard to beds was when traveling,...
“A handful of walnuts a day can improve semen quality, according to a report in...”
The MYTHS and TRUTHS about Creatine
This scientifically proven muscle-builder is one of the most popular supplements on the market—and one of the most misunderstood
Even if you’re not a weight lifter, you’ve undoubtedly heard of creatine, one of the most researched supplements in history.
It’s a combination of amino acids produced by the liver, kidney, and pancreas. Creatine is not a steroid—it’s naturally found in muscle and...
Raw Food?
The Raw Food Detox Diet
Eating only raw food has some advantages —less fat, lots of nutrients. But a raw food detox diet has drawbacks; know what they are before you try it.
There are many types of raw food diets. What their creators tend to have in common is the belief that when humans started cooking their foods, they added toxins and lost essential enzymes and nutrients that are available...
12 week Squat Routine →
Gain strength in the lower body and improve your squat 1RM with this 12-week squat training program. This program is designed for healthy experienced squatters with no injuries and it’s great for athletes who want to get in better shape.
This program takes you through a unilateral preparation period into a final phase of maximal strength. It includes sled work to get you out of the weight room...
Protein!
let’s talk PROTEIN! More importantly – what it does for your body and how much should you generally aim to get in a balanced diet?
Why worry about eating enough protein?
Amino acids are what make-up protein. Our body cannot naturally create many of these amino acids, which therefore requires we get them through our food intake. Proper nutrition and consumption of protein helps ensure we have...
“RULES OF THE RIPPED: 1.) Protein should be included in EVERY meal & snack...”
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“Salad & vegetable guide: the darker the veggie, the more full of healthy...”
“Nutrition Facts: 1. Complex carbs help sustain energy levels 2. Eating good fats...”
“Nutrition Myths: 1. Carbs make you fat 2. Eating fat makes you fat 3. Eating...”
“Six essential nutrients that your body needs: 1. Carbs 2. Fats 3. Proteins 4....”
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