What Are The 7 Metabolic Renewal Hormone Types? These hormone types are associated with different stages of a woman’s reproductive cycle and menopausal transition. Each type has specific hormonal imbalances that can affect metabolism, weight, appetite, fat storage, and cravings. The Metabolic Renewal weight loss program offers customized diet plans based on identifying an individual’s … Read more
Brace yourself, folks; this is an opinion-filled article. So please keep an open mind about it as you read through. And also, post your comments and opinion below for discussion. It’s a fun topic, really. Suppose you spent any amount of time in the bodybuilding community. In that case, you’ve undoubtedly discovered it doesn’t take … Read more
Demystifying the Bench Press: What’s Your Number? The classic bench press question – “How much should I be able to bench press?” might have crossed your mind a few times. There is no universal answer that fits everyone. But it is generally noted that the beginner with some experience can bench press between 0.50 to … Read more
Why Do Barbells Spin? The outsider may assume that weightlifting is pretty rudimentary. Not necessarily in a bad or offensive way of thinking, just in general observation. At the end of the day, to some, it’s all about lifting and dropping. However, weightlifting is more complex and intricate than you might think. Barbells spin to … Read more
Is Working Out a Hobby Or Lifestyle? Working out, so long as it increases anaerobic and/or aerobic activity, is great for your body and especially for your mind. So many are often focused on the physical attributes while the mental benefits are ignored entirely. Does that make working out a lifestyle or is it just … Read more
Big Forearms Small Biceps Disproportionate arms is a deeply embedded fear in the minds of prospective and even veteran weightlifters. It’s not just arms either. Hugh Jackman was relentlessly mocked for skipping “legs” the day after he released a picture with ripped arms and two stick legs in jeans. The reason your forearms are looking … Read more
Plasma is the reason your blood isn’t a series of dried, red flakes flowing through your capillaries, veins, and arteries. Thanks to the liquid component of plasma, your blood is capable of carrying proteins, hormones, cells, and vitamins throughout the body, delivering them where they’re needed. Though plasma doesn’t carry actual calories, you do lose … Read more
Anyone who spends a fair amount of time lifting weights will tell you that at least half, if not more, of lifting in the gym is mental. If there is one thing a muscle pump will give you, it’s a mental boost. It’s the kind of thing that gets your mind into the workout, which … Read more
Full Body Workout vs. Split Routine There are many different ways you can structure your workouts in the gym for successful results. The training design you ultimately decide upon is usually determined by a combination of your individual goals and the type of routine you enjoy doing. Whether you’re working towards a weightlifting competition or … Read more
Dips vs bench press matters to anyone wanting to strengthen or add muscle mass to their upper body. The two exercises compliment each other, and a good upper body workout will include both. You need to pick a side on the dips vs bench press debate if you plan on building your upper body. The … Read more