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Muscle Building and Lower Body Core workouts

Muscle Building Lower Body Core workouts

Author: Jake

Let's talk about how you can see some muscle gains in your lower body. The following are lower core body workouts that I will probably be using in many of my suggested workout routines in the future.

1. Squats - This is the primary lower body workout (it is much like the bench press of the lower body). Squats work out your quadriceps, hamstrings, calves, and back. The squats are probably one of the hardest exercises that you will do. To be honest, I hate doing squats myself. But while I hate doing them, I know that they are very important to building muscle mass, so I just suck it up and move through them. I am going to show you a few workout routines that I have personally used that did not require squats. At the same time, if there is a routine that requires you to do squats, I would definitely discourage you from simply skipping the exercise altogether.

2. Dead lift - This workout is pretty simple, you just lift the weight. This is a great workout for the legs and back, but there are some downsides. First off, it is imperative that you perform this exercise correctly with correct form. If you are ever getting lazy or feel that you are having an off day, simply skip this exercise and do something else for your back. The dead lift can do serious injury to your back if you perform it incorrectly. I will go over the proper

3. Power clean or clean and jerk - This exercise is a true test of strength for your entire body. It basically incorporates the dead lift, squat and shoulder press. This is an exercise that I don't put in most of my workouts, mostly because it is too hard to do. You often see it performed in the Olympics. The exercise involves starting with the bar on the ground (with weight), dead lifting it up to the neck. You are then supposed to lift it over your head. Some people go as far as lowering it to the back of their neck and doing a squat before reversing the process. Some people do this and then just drop it at the when they put their arms up for a second or two. This is a workout for somebody who is advanced, and I wouldn't recommend it for those just looking to gain a few pounds of muscle.

So that's it. Those are the primary lower body core workout. Squats and dead lifts will probably be used a lot, and I recommend learning how to perform them with good form

About the Author:

My name is Jake and I have been working out for about 5 years now. I enjoy teaching people how to gain muscle mass, and if you would like to learn more about how to build muscle mass, visit my website now, and you too can learn to gain muscle mass

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Effectively reducing belly fat - no easy task

How To Effectively Reduce Belly Fat

Author: Rebecca Welch

Jelly Belly. Love Handles. Dunlap Disease. Whatever you want to call it, the excess fat around your midsection that wiggles and jiggles in all the wrong places just isn't pretty. Not only is belly fat unattractive, it can be downright dangerous to your health. Extra fat carried around your abdomen can increase your risk of heart disease. With so many pills, potions and programs flooding the weight loss industry today, many people are left feeling just plain confused about how to effectively reduce belly fat.

The first thing you must know about how to effectively reduce belly fat is that there is no magic bullet when it comes to weight loss. Reducing body fat levels requires a three pronged approach that doesn't come from popping diet pills or gulping down foul tasting drinks. Belly fat also won't come off by trying to spot reduce only doing sit-ups or crunches. It's just not possible to spot reduce, so don't waste your time.

So, the question remains, how do you effectively reduce belly fat? Here is a safe, practical three pronged approach to get rid of belly fat.

1. Healthy Meals. Notice the word diet isn't part of the equation. That's because the word diet conjures up visions of carrots and celery and not much else. The word diet gives us nightmares of deprivation and hunger, and that's not the image we're looking for with permanent weight loss. Just because the word diet isn't used does not mean you're free to gorge on junk food at will. Healthy meals consist of lean protein, lots of vegetables, whole grains and some fruit. Your should consistently choose foods that are as close as possible to their natural state.

2. Cardiovascular Exercise. Regular cardiovascular exercise will reduce body fat levels. Where should you start? Walking is great cardio! Put your shoes on and get moving for at least 30 minutes per day. It doesn't matter how fast or how far you walk in the beginning, the most important point is that you're moving your body aerobically on a regular basis. If you don't enjoy walking then ride a bike, roller skate, jog, run. Participate in whatever aerobic activity you enjoy.

3. Lift Weights. Yes, you did read that correctly! If you're wondering what lifting weights has to do with effectively reducing belly fat, then read on. Regular weight lifting has several beneficial effects for those folks trying to reduce their body fat levels. Muscles burn extra calories. The more muscle you carry on your frame, the more calories you burn in a 24 hour period which translates into extra fat burning power. Muscles take up about one third less space than fat. Muscles give you the power to carry on your daily activities more effectively and with energy to spare.

Learning how to effectively reduce belly fat isn't a difficult task. The three principle keys to getting rid of your gut rely on diet, cardiovascular exercise and weight lifting on a regular basis. Remember, you didn't sprout belly fat overnight and you can't get rid of belly fat in a day, but you can reduce belly fat if you're willing to put forth a bit of effort.

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Sports Supplements that Work

Sport Supplements that Work

Author: Matthew Iannotti

Using sport supplements, there are various methods that people implement to achieve different goals in weight loss and muscle building. The common factor is usually that everyone in bodybuilding wants to pack on muscle and lose fat. You have to find the best method of muscle building that works for you. The dynamics of time, sport supplements, affordability and your core muscle strengths have to be considered in your choice for bodybuilding supplementation.

The foundational principals of muscle building and weight loss rely on structured routines and diets. Your diet has to be rich in protein and void of foods that are highly processed. Adequate amounts of protein, carbs, and fat will facilitate muscle growth and will also speed up your metabolism thus aiding fat loss. Before you think about using supplements, you first need to have your diet and exercise routine in check, otherwise you will be disappointed when you do not get the results you want. There is no “magic” pill in body building.

Sport supplements are a dime a dozen, but the first that you should look into getting is a good multi- vitamin. Besides from the general health benefits a multi-vitamin brings into the table, you also ensure that you are getting all the vitamins and minerals your body needs throughout the day; which as a bodybuilder is much higher then the sedentary individual. Multi-vitamins are never a substitute for a healthy diet filled with fruits and vegetables, they should only be used as quality insurance. With that being said, make sure you invest in a well named brand, a lot of time what is written on the labels is not true with what is inside the vitamin so go with companies with a track-record, not the miracle cure pills. Multi-vitamins will not help much in building mass fast, but it will aid in recovery by ensuring that your body is getting the nutrients it needs on a daily basis.

Another sport supplement that you should look into is a protein supplement. If you are not reaching your protein ratio from whole foods (1g of protein per body weight) then you should consider in investing whey protein. Besides convenience, whey protein is fast-acting. What this means is that if there ever would be a time to use whey protein, it would be right after your workout. When you are finished lifting weights, your body aches for protein to begin its recovery, so using whey protein with its fast acting properties will help bring your body into an anabolic state.

There are a lot of other sport supplements that you can use like fat burners, but in my experience they are not worth it. Multi-vitamins and protein are very important, but besides that you are likely investing into convenience. If you are a health nut, getting a good omega-3 supplement can help keep your cardiovascular in-tune and if you have been stuck in a weight-lifting plateau for a few weeks creatine may help get you out of your stump. The important thing to remember though is supplements should never be the core of your body building routine, supplements supplement what you are already doing, they should never make up the main processes. This is why I usually don’t recommend anything past a good quality multi-vitamin and whey protein to use after a workout.

About the Author:

Matthew Iannotti is a Nutritional Researcher and the author of Sport Supplement Secrets. To learn more proper nutrition, fatloss and sport supplements, Visit: http://www.SportSupplementSecrets.com
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EBOOST errific

EBOOST was a recently added product by a customer request. Fairly new and just breaking out in the California area at swank hotel chains and upscale workout clubs we figured why not.
 

Ask which people currently use the product and its basically the entire population (excluding children of course because of the naturally occurring caffeine) according to their website. Dig a little further and this stuff can be used to help people get to the moon or just get over a late Friday Night Lights binge.

This week I managed to come down with a cold thanks to our little people friends in the house. Seems the older I get the harder it is to get over the common crud. So, after a day of overdosing on vitamin C and Zinc tablets I decided to give EBOOST a try. Stretching this stuff to the recommended daily dosage... in a matter of an hour (literally) I started feeling better. Now, maybe it was just timing after feeling like crap for 2 two days, maybe I'm a bit nutty or there was something to it. Whatever the case I've seemed to turn the corner on this episode of "when a pe-tri dish comes calling".

So, the next time echinacea or Zicam remedies fail you try some EBOOST for kicks. An inexpensive way to feel great even on your good days.

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The road..... more or less traveled

What was to be an essay of sorts has managed its way into my blog only because its likely to wind up here anyway. Random thoughts about my life in and out of Taekwondo.

When I sat down to write this I was looking for a little inspiration. Inside myself here, the day before a big test wondering how I will perform I started thinking back to the time in which the journey began. As a youth I never aspired to participate in martial arts. Only by chance was I introduced to the art and sport of Taekwondo, yes, in that order. What literally started as an extra curricular activity after school turned into what I can only explain to be an addiction for perfection and a quest to become numero uno (or something really close). Over the next few years in between daily workouts, after hours training and tournaments the art, or the sport now as it turned out took on a whole new meaning .....living, eating, sleeping Taekwondo.

CAM, Complementary and Alternative Medicine ProCAM

I've been meaning to write this for sometime now. We're in the business of bettering endurance athletes and the like with a myriad of supplements, but it was recently brought to my attention that some of the potions we market could actually have a positive impact on people with chronic illnesses.

SAHD, Cleared For Takeoff

I was on the phone with my mom yesterday listening to her tell me how lucky I am to be able to spend time with London. This is a cake walk. Not really, but I've had to do many more difficult things in my life.

Hang on ... I hear an "uh oh" coming from the little man's mouth.

Better Legs, Better workout

Before working out a few days ago I popped the recommended dose of SportLegs to find out what the chatter was all about. You won't believe what a difference pharmaceutical grade Vitamin D, Calcium and Magnesium will do for your workout.

This stuff claims to suppress the lactic acid build-up in the muscles during workouts by raising the blood lactate level. In doing so, the elevated level in the blood tells the muscles to hold on...don't make so much lactic acid. Personally, I rarely experience the "burn" a lot of athletes talk about just because the sport I practice. But, what I did notice with this product was my lack of muscle fatigue and legs being tired.

My workout didn't go beyond an hour, otherwise, I would have continued supplementing every 2-3 hours with the same dosage. To minimize muscle soreness the day after they suggest taking an additional dose just after very strenuous exercises.

Who would have thought something so simple could provide such a great benefit to athletes of all genres. I give this stuff an A+ for doing what is says it can. I'm pushing the wife to give it a try now. She's a marathon runner so we'll let you know what she thinks of it also.

If you're into test driving a car before you buy it, you can do that here as well. SportLegs comes in a 120 capsule bottle or a convenient single serve pack of 5 caps. These are also handy for the person on the go that doesn't like to carry loose pills or bottles around.

Try some .... your legs will love you for it.