Can you bulk up without getting fat? Is a question most bodybuilders have been seeking an answer to for decades, is it an impossible dream? Yes, but it's not all doom and gloom.While you are gaining that hard-core muscle you can certainly limit the amount of body fat...
When we look at sources of protein for building muscle we need to realize the body can only use proteins that contain all of the amino acids. It's true the body does produce some of the amino acids needed, but the others called the essential amino acids can only be...
Don't be the weight trainer who forgets how important minerals and vitamins are for healthy muscle gains and recovery. Combine a well thought out weight lifting routine with a diet rich in vitamins to get the most from your workouts.Here's our list of 5 best...
Is there a reason, bodybuilders, athletes and others involved in sport, are avoiding our 4 legged piggy pals when searching out the healthiest protein sources... Why? Well, there are a couple of reasons that could explain porks bad reputation: sausages, bacon and...
Knowing Your Protein Many of you will know, you need protein to build muscle! Not only do proteins help build muscle they help with forming bones, cartilage, skin, blood, build antibodies that defend against infections and a lot more. Key points 1. A...
If you want to pack some PROTEIN and shed some fat, and you haven't got many spare $'s. I've found 15 cheap sources of protein that will only make a small dent in the bank balance. Proteins are the building blocks of the body, they're made up of amino acids containing...
Carbohydrates and fats tend to cause most arguments healthwise. Protein, on the other hand, is widely regarded as the most important nutrient and as weight trainers, we will probably be needing a little more than the RDA to maintain and increase our muscle mass. Let...