Small But Mighty
Tiny chia seeds have been getting a lot of attention lately. Often referred to as a superfood, they offer many health benefits and carry a punch, with all nine essential amino acids in proper...
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2015 NPC West Coast Classic
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Deadline to enter without late fee has been moved from Saturday, June 20, to Tuesday, June 22. You can register by going to www.npcwestcoast.com, where you can also find out all...
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Are There Limits To Size?
Ron Harris weighs in with his opinion on the argument about natural limits to muscle mass. Recently, I got into it online with a guy who was angry that I have pushed the “lie” for many years that...
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Arnold and Training Duration
Q: I know that Arnold trained four hours daily. Why do experts now recommend only 45-minute workouts for naturals? A: Back in the 1970s, bodybuilders trained much longer than they do today. The...
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Q&A: Cable Rows and Chinups
Q: Some of the guys where I train do the low-cable row with a lot of to-and-fro torso movement. Is that correct, or should the torso be fixed during the exercise? A: Keep your torso upright and rigid...
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How to Increase Free Testosterone
I’ve always stressed the importance of optimal hormone levels when it comes to maximizing your muscle gains and fat loss. Those hormones include insulin, human growth hormone, cortisol and...
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Rests Between Sets for Max Strength
Q: I need more strength, especially on the bench press. How long should I be resting between sets? A: The length of your rest between sets affects several factors that are important in the adaptations...
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Grow On The Go
No more excuses about traveling and training. With this workout protocol, you can actually gain muscle and improve your endurance and energy systems. Be assured: Once you’ve finished this article,...
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Leg Training P/RR/S Style
Q: I am currently using your Hybrid-Power/Rep Range/Shock training at home with extremely limited equipment—a flat bench with leg extension/leg curl, a barbell, plates and a rack for squats—that’s it....
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July 2015 Table of Contents
[SUBSCRIBE to Iron Man] For the month of July let us introduce you to Michelle Lewin, one of the new breeds -- and arguably the world’s most famous -- fitness model. Features include: Pause For...
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All-Around Killer Muscle Attack
Contralateral Antagonistic Muscle Activation: This is a powerful modern tool for simultaneously hitting a lot of muscle fibers. If there were a simple way to instantly be 10 percent stronger in an...
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Reducing the Bad Effects of Pasta
Most of us love a plate of carbohydrate-loaded pasta, but the noodles and sauce can make you feel hungry again quickly, since they’re quickly absorbed as simple sugars. Blood glucose is increased and...
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How To Carb Up Properly
Having a carb drink pre- and post-workout has been in vogue for quite some time, in support of the theory that it was essential for keeping blood sugar levels high enough to power balls-to-the wall...
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On-the-Go Protein
Since the early 1900s peanut butter has been a fixture in American homes. Whether it’s peanut butter-and-jelly sandwiches or as a featured ingredient in cookies, it’s a favorite. The question is, is...
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Gain Lean Muscle and Lose Fat Simultaneously
“Calories In vs Calories Out”is the phrase and notion that continues to drive weight-loss strategies today, but simply put, it’s a misconception, period! This sentiment, instead of working...
View ArticleAll-in-One Vitamins
There is a simple elegance in trying to do something that’s good for you, doesn’t take much commitment, isn’t inconvenience and is economical to boot. The problem is that the effectiveness of a...
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Hardbody Marissa Rivero McGrath
When Marissa Rivero McGrath sets her mind to something, she doesn’t mess around. The petite bikini phenom decided she would compete in January 2013—“It was kind of a New Year’s resolution type...
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Liquid Bomb
High frequency, maximum intensity resistance training programming … this is where the magic starts to happen: more muscle growth, improved muscle performance and a shredded physique. Given enough...
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Turn On The Anabolic Switch
Because leucine is the key amino acid involved in muscle protein synthesis (anabolism), it is the star among branched-chain amino acids (BCAAs). In a study that provides very useful information to the...
View ArticleBacon-and-Eggs Pancake
This traditional-sounding meal is anything but traditional tasting. It’s a great way to eat egg whites and enjoy a flavor-filled meal that’s lean and low in calories. What you need: 2 cups egg whites,...
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