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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Does Working Out On An Empty Stomach Burn More Fat?
Fasted Cardio Fasted cardio methods have been in the bodybuilding and physique competitors circles for years. The theory is: if your body is low on … [Read more...] about Does Working Out On An Empty Stomach Burn More Fat?
Collagen Peptides Benefits
Why Do I Need Collagen Peptides? Collagen is the most abundant protein in our body. It is found in muscles, bones, skin, blood vessels, digestive … [Read more...] about Collagen Peptides Benefits
5 Ways to Exercise With an Injury
Having aches and pains, or getting an injury eventually happens to all of us. It doesn’t matter if it comes from working out, a sport, an activity, or … [Read more...] about 5 Ways to Exercise With an Injury
Fast Fat Loss Finishers
Fast Fat Loss Finishers There is no question that it takes time, effort, and most importantly, consistency to get in shape. I’m not into shortcuts … [Read more...] about Fast Fat Loss Finishers
Your Complete Meal Plan Right Here
Diets: Good or Bad? Before we dig into the details I have to admit that this blog kind of goes against my nutrition philosophy, to some degree. I … [Read more...] about Your Complete Meal Plan Right Here
3 Strength Training Workout Complexes For Rapid Fat Loss
In today’s fitness world, both trainers and clients (and general fitness enthusiasts), have less time per day to spare. We pack our calendars as much … [Read more...] about 3 Strength Training Workout Complexes For Rapid Fat Loss
What Type of Whey Protein are You Choosing?
By now, many of you are aware that the quality of your animal proteins is very important.The shift from consuming animal proteins that are treated … [Read more...] about What Type of Whey Protein are You Choosing?
Meal Frequency: It’s Different for Women
If you are a regular reader of the SOF blog or follow me on social, you may know that I am a proponent of intermittent fasting (IF) and practice it … [Read more...] about Meal Frequency: It’s Different for Women
3 Exercises Worth Doing Everyday
Training Smarter, Not Harder In my earlier years of exercise, I would work out hard and often. Starting my junior year of high school, I lifted 5-6 … [Read more...] about 3 Exercises Worth Doing Everyday
5 Foods You Should Eat to Stay Energized Everyday
How much food you consume does matter, when it comes to both health and fat loss. Because of this many of us tend to think about how many calories and … [Read more...] about 5 Foods You Should Eat to Stay Energized Everyday
Achieving Your Goal: Climbing the Mountain
Oftentimes, when weight loss and fitness goals require big changes the end goal can seem daunting and damn near impossible. We stand at the foot of … [Read more...] about Achieving Your Goal: Climbing the Mountain
How to Overcome Plateaus
Plateauing or plateau – a state of little or no change following a period of activity or progress. During my time as a trainer, I have heard the … [Read more...] about How to Overcome Plateaus