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]
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]
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]
The answer to the age-old question of “What is the best ab workout for losing stomach fat?” is… None! Ab workouts alone don’t create enough of a metabolic response in your body to create fat loss. As a trainer, nutrition specialist, and fitness professional, I often get asked what the best types of exercises and workouts are for losing stubborn stomach fat in order to bring... [Read more]
The quest to develop a stunningly fit, lean and attractive body is a long, slow journey. It’s not something you achieve overnight by popping a few pills or strapping an electric gizmo to your belly. Which reminds me, did you know that by the time the FTC finally blew the whistle on the electronic ab belt scam, the makers of those “ab zappers” had swindled over $100 million dollars... [Read more]
The Power Of Goal Setting – Without goals we are like a ship on the middle of the see, just drifting away with no sense of direction. It just goes with the flow, so to speak, and if it ever gets anywhere it is just by mere accident. In order to achieve success in our bodybuilding program, our goal should be clearly defined and engrained in our brains. Otherwise, like the boat on the example... [Read more]
Most people who read my articles and e-books know me as a science guy who likes to quote studies and apply research to everyday problems such as weight loss, bodybuilding, and other health/fitness related topics. However, sometimes you have to step back from the science and look at the big picture to help bring people back into focus, so they can see the forest for the trees, so to speak. For most... [Read more]
Eat at least five times a day, every two to three hours. You must keep your system saturated with amino acids and glycogen from protein and carb sources, respectively, if you want to push muscle growth to abnormal levels. You never know when your body will need these precious nutrients. What’s more, not eating every few hours can cause the starvation mechanism to kick in, which signals your... [Read more]
When it comes down to it, insane muscle gain can be quite difficult. Most bodybuilders will agree that if you want to see major results in terms of strength and insane muscle gain, pushing yourself at each and every workout is important. This is one of the biggest reasons why most people don’t see the insane muscle gain they desire; they just plain don’t train hard enough. The question is, why... [Read more]
Are you ready for my famous “gain muscle or lose fat” chart? I know this is going to make a few people mad, but it’s the truth about whether a guy should lose fat or gain muscle. If he doesn’t stick to my recommendations, he won’t get the ripped abs and muscles he wants. I often get scrawny guys asking me how to lose fat, when they have no muscle underneath the fat…they... [Read more]
