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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Three Meals a Day, Intermittent Fasting, or Both?
Over the past couple of years, I have done a lot of research on intermittent fasting (IF). My own experiences with IF were life changing! Yes, I … [Read more...] about Three Meals a Day, Intermittent Fasting, or Both?
My Nutrition Program for the Men’s Health Chicago Urbanathlon
With only 65 days until the Men's Health Chicago Urbanathlon it is time the ramp up the focus on not only my training, but also my nutrition. I am not … [Read more...] about My Nutrition Program for the Men’s Health Chicago Urbanathlon