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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Recap of The Men’s Health Urbanathlon in Chicago
The Race is Done! My long anticipated race is now over. Since July, I have been awaiting the challenge of the Men's Health Urbanathlon in Chicago. … [Read more...] about Recap of The Men’s Health Urbanathlon in Chicago
Training Update For The Mens Health Chicago Urbanathlon and Every Second Counts Competition
Let The Games Begin! It has been a while since I have posted updates on my training. The race has crept up very fast! I will be running the streets … [Read more...] about Training Update For The Mens Health Chicago Urbanathlon and Every Second Counts Competition
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
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