There are a few things that need to happen in order to produce muscle growth. You need to use significant load when lifting weights Enough time under tension to create structural damage to the muscle tissue Enough stimuli to up-regulate anabolic hormones and increase protein synthesis Proper recovery and workout nutrition Many people often think that if they lift as heavy as possible, or use as much volume (sets and reps) as possible they will […]
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5 Reasons to Try Intermittent Fasting
As the so called "trend" of Intermittent Fasting (IF) grows, I have gotten more questions about it. So I wanted to give you a post on 5 reasons you … [Read more...] about 5 Reasons to Try Intermittent Fasting
3-Meals a Day Eating Plan
If you read my recent blog post on the 3-Square meals a day, you have read the example meal plan grids I recommended. I am now going to … [Read more...] about 3-Meals a Day Eating Plan
Kettlebell Squat Clean Progressions
As I continue to train for the Men's Health Chicago Urbanathlon I am tweaking my training to improve my conditioning. Along with progressing my … [Read more...] about Kettlebell Squat Clean Progressions
My Training for the Men’s Health Chicago Urbanathlon
This year I have decided to enter the Men's Health Chicago Urbanathlaon on October 13th, 2012. For the past three years I have pondered the idea of … [Read more...] about My Training for the Men’s Health Chicago Urbanathlon
3 Great Mobility Exercises From 3 Great Trainers
I follow a variety of great trainers in my industry to gain knowledge and see what they are doing to help their clients improve their overall fitness. … [Read more...] about 3 Great Mobility Exercises From 3 Great Trainers