The Sept 2014 rotation is all about mixing heavy weights with light weights and mixing high intensity cardio with steady state cardio. There is great “shock value” in this rotation. Your metabolism will get a nice boost, your bone density will improve along with your strength and endurance. Eat as clean as possible and you are on your way to a “clean and mean” you!!! Enjoy the last stretch of the summer even though most of our minds are already wrapped around fall.
Maintaining muscle tissue becomes more of an issue with age. Do women have an easier time preserving their lean body mass relative to men? Find out what research shows about loss of lean body mass and gender – and why consuming enough protein and resistance training is so important for healthy aging.
Trying to maximize strength and definition in your biceps? Have you ever wondered what exercises are best for doing this? Find out what a study showed about biceps exercises – which are best at maximally activating your biceps muscles and which are less effective.
Is hunger driving you to the refrigerator a bit too often? Uncontrolled hunger is one reason people overeat and gain weight. What can you do about it? Once you’re sure you’re eating enough, take a look at the composition of your diet.
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It’s important to challenge your muscles in different ways when you strength train to avoid reaching a strength plateau. There are three main ways muscles can develop force. This article discusses the three primary types of muscle contractions and how each helps you develop strength.
Have you ever heard someone proudly say they exercised over an hour? Usually, they say it right before biting into a cinnamon bun or other decadent treat. A little voice told them they deserved it after exercising so hard. But according to the results of a new study, exercise quality counts more than quantity when it comes to staying healthy and fit.
Building muscle is challenging, especially for women. A number of factors make it harder – inappropriate exercise routines and poor nutrition. In addition, a study showed having a higher percentage of body fat could make it harder to build muscle tissue. Find out why.
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Metabolic resistance training can take a variety of forms. One thing they all have in common is they create a stronger after-burn effect than standard strength training. This article discusses various types of metabolic resistance training and the benefits each offers.