By Vince DelMonte The “Guns.” The “Pythons.” “Thunder” and “Lighting.” The “Rockweillers.” There is no other muscle group that has earned more nicknames than when describing a bulging and huge set of bicep! Bulging biceps – every guy wants them. Count me in this group. The days are far from gone when you walk into the gym and see 9 out of 10 guys doing bicep... [Read more]
Pull ups are better than pull downs. Duh. You don’t need a training partner to get huge (but it helps). You should be able to pack on your first 20 plus pounds of muscle alone. Bicep curls do not produce bigger biceps. Focusing on increasing your body’s overall size is what makes your biceps bigger. John Berardi’s G-Flux theory. Also know as energy flux (or energy turnover) is the... [Read more]
Are protein supplements really better than protein foods? Before attempting to answer this question, I should first preface it by mentioning that I do not sell supplements, nor am I associated with any supplement company, so you’re getting an honest and unbiased opinion. Don’t get me wrong; I am not anti-supplement by any means. It would simply be more accurate to say that I am “pro-food.”... [Read more]
Will Smith, Gerard Butler, Christian Bale, Ryan Reynolds and Robert Downey Junior-five guys who have gotten super buff for movie roles. Will Smith got ripped for Ali and I Robot; Gerard Butler for 300; Christian Bale for Batman Begins; Ryan Reynolds for Blade: Trinity; and Robert Downey Junior for Iron Man. Each one of these guys was in decent shape before he took on the role but none of them was anything... [Read more]
When it comes to constructing the ultimate weight training program to build muscle, exercise selection is a very important component. You build muscle fastest with compound weight training exercises. Any bodybuilding program that focuses on machines and isolation weight training exercises is a complete waste of time. Below are the worst weight training exercises to avoid if you want to build muscle... [Read more]
The holidays are approaching with Christmas leading the way followed by New Years not too far behind. During this time of joy and happiness unfortunately most people, including some of us bodybuilders, tend to forget about their bodybuilding workouts and nutrition plans. If thoughts of dumping your fitness and bodybuilding program have crossed your mind, allow me to remind you that this road only... [Read more]
Training the body to put on more muscle size is really tough business – and there is no way to get around it. If you get to see the photographs of the champion bodybuilders working out (an actual workout, not an easy “staged” photo shoot as some magazines employ) you will quickly notice one primary thing – these people look like they are in pain. And they are. It is hard work... [Read more]
Pre & Post Workout Nutrition – Most people are aware that nutrient timing is as important as nutrient composition. In other words, it’s not just what you eat, but when you eat it that gives optimal results. As the man says, “Timing is everything.” Consuming the right foods at the right time can have positive effects on body composition: which means more muscle and less body fat. Health-conscious... [Read more]
Everywhere you go people are looking for ‘energy‘. Have you been seduced by the ads promising “such and such” beverage will “give you wings”, or by stores offering sky-high cups of coffee. Where do you go for your fix? And is it really a fix at all? Or just a patch that leads to an inevitable crash and burn? In reality, the “energy” we’re chasing... [Read more]
Using the resistance bands to sculpt the body, one can conveniently select the different phases or levels of the resistance in order to meet the body shaping or fitness goals. As per the experts, if one spends about 10 to 20 minutes and thrice a week using these resistance bands, the users will surely increase their overall body endurance and flexibility levels. As you work out you are working the... [Read more]
