Category: Bodybuilding



Comeback Of  Julie Michaelson

Comeback Of Julie Michaelson

After having 7 competitions under my belt in less than 3 year’s time, I can tell you that what I know for sure about competing is that it’s not about the stage, it’s not about how you place: it’s all about the journey. I am now making my 8th journey to the stage and I [...]


Posing Can Help You Get In Shape Quicker How

Posing Can Help You Get In Shape Quicker How

Posing Improves Muscle Awareness 1. Posing can dramatically improve muscle awareness, especially in hard to develop areas such as hamstrings or parts of your back. Very often athletes have lagging muscle groups, simply because they do not contract them properly during the workout. Posing betters the mind muscle connection which then leads to better workouts [...]


Prevent A Slowing Metabolism

Prevent A Slowing Metabolism

I see it ALL…THE…TIME! Metabolic damage and serious metabolic issues are rampant in the sport of bodybuilding. Metabolic damage is essentially a drastic slowing of the metabolism that is caused by excessive calorie restriction, excessive cardio, and stress on the body. I think I can speak for all good prep coaches out there when I [...]


Compartment Syndrome Vs. Shin Splints

Compartment Syndrome Vs. Shin Splints

I don’t normally write about injuries or diagnosing things simply because I am not a doctor (not saying that all doctors know what they are doing either). I do on the other hand have a little experience learning, researching and dealing with the topic of shin splints vs. compartment syndrome. Unfortunately, there are a lot [...]


Psychology Of Sports

Psychology Of Sports

Ideate: Think for Yourself In the health and exercise realm, the first thing the majority of people do is wonder what other people are doing for their fitness regimen, “Hey that guy is pretty ripped; he must be on the best program! I’ll just do what he’s doing.” For better or for worse, a lot [...]


Vegan Muscle Building

Vegan Muscle Building

Over the last years, more and more people have approached me with questions regarding a vegan diet and how to gain muscle/lose fat, so I decided that this might make for a good topic for Muscle & Strength. I am a convinced carnivore but I do respect other people’s beliefs, and it makes for interesting [...]


Are You Taking What Heck

Are You Taking What Heck

Microfiltered, isolates, extracts, ethyl esters, concentrates, acetyl-L, sulfates, what on earth do all of these terms mean? Is monohydrate a good thing? Do I really need to include guggulsterones to my supplement plan? Will I actually burn fat with forskolin? You may have heard of some of these words attached to your favorite supplements such [...]


Amplify Your Efforts 6 Nutrients

Amplify Your Efforts 6 Nutrients

Tired? Run down? Feeling droopy, drained and devastatingly devoid of energy, despite devouring your morning coffee or energy drink? Well it’s time to wake up, and I’m going to help you do so! But before I dive into the details, it’s time for a pop quiz. Ready? Here goes…Give me a list of 6 nutrients [...]


Purchases Prioritize Your Supplement

Purchases Prioritize Your Supplement

Priority #1 – Protein! All right, this priority is obvious. Proper protein intake is essential for building muscle, and for retaining muscle mass while on a fat cutting diet. You can work hard in the gym, but if you aren’t eating enough protein, results will be hard to come buy. Whey protein powder is best [...]


17 Common Questions Answered

17 Common Questions Answered

1.What Is Creatine? Creatine is derived from the amino acids glycine, arginine, and methionine. Skeletal muscle contains 95% of all creatine. The heart, brain, and testes hold the remaining 5%. 2. How Does Creatine Work? According to David Sandler, the Senior Director of Education for the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA), “Creatine allows you [...]