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Top 5 Things To Do For Better Lifting Results

When starting out lifting, there are many pitfalls that slow down progress. The fitness industry is full of money grabbers and there are thousands of different diets and supplements being sold to you. Even after several years of lifting, the results you want out of training might not always be the same as the results you are actually getting. By recognizing how to lift and get better results, you can avoid the mistakes that slow down progress and get…

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Bulk, Cut, or Maintain in Lockdown?

In most countries, nightclubs and large gatherings are still banned and in many places, gyms are still closed. Even if gyms are open, there are usually time restrictions and less overall equipment available due to sanitation. Because there is currently not a vaccine or significant reduction in cases, the COVID-19 situation rages on and wether or not you should bulk, cut, or maintain is still relevant. When to bulk Unless, you had previously planned on using this time to…

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Cutting On a Budget Grocery List

When cutting on a budget, it can become difficult to select the right foods for optimal macros without spending a lot of money. Protein tends to be more expensive than carbohydrates when shopping making it more difficult for weightlifters than the average costumer. Foods like rice and beans can be purchased for under $2 however foods like chicken breast and fish cost 2-3 times this amount. Since keeping protein high is one of the major priories of a well-designed…

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Assorted Gym Equipment

Low Price Gym Equipment 2020

Low price gym equipment is the key to keeping and making gains in 2020. Even if you are able to use a gym, owning transportable equipment is convenient for moving, traveling, and having the ability to train without leaving the house. Before you spend hundreds on dumbbells, benches, and squat racks, take a look at these items which are all very inexpensive and give you the ability to do many different exercises in your home. The following are going…

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Muscular Man Sitting at Side of Pool

The Positive Feedback Loop of Lifting and Living

A common theme among weightlifters is that there is a desire for improvement. Many people join a gym and pick up weights initially because they have the desire to improve. Some people may have started as part of a training regimen for sports, but eventually lifting on your own is motivated by something, and that motivation almost always stems from a yearning to make more of yourself. As one lifts, lessons tend to be learned. One of the first…

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Ginseng For Weightlifting

One of the most popular adaptogens in the health and fitness communities is ginseng. Adaptogens are a group of plants with qualities that work with the body to combat stress, re-balance, and be healthier physically. They all differ from each other and contain a unique set of benefits for people looking to improve their gym performance and recovery as well as anyone interested in general health and wellbeing. Ginseng is a renowned adaptogen and has a long history of…

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Cacao Seeds

The Benefits of Cacao for Bodybuilding and Testosterone

Cacao is one of the best superfoods to eat for testosterone, energy, mood, lifting, and general quality of life. It has all these benefits because it contains a potent blend of various fatty acids, antioxidants, minerals, amino acids, and MA-O inhibitors. Briefly, cacao is able to increase testosterone levels by supplying the minerals magnesium and zinc as well as tyrosine, an amino acid. It also has many vitamins necessary for hormonal and bodily function as well as 9g of…

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Caffeine vs. Guarana for Lifting

Caffeine (from coffee beens) and guarana are both popular natural stimulants included in many pre workouts. Caffeine and guarana are close to the same thing. Caffeine is present in guarana but is usually derived from other sources and is associated with coffee. The caffeine in pre workouts and energy drinks is usually synthetically made while the guarana included is usually an extract of the plant. Guarana is a Brazilian plant with red fruit that grows up to 40 feet…

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Jolt Pre-Workout Review (2021)

Jolt pre workout is made by Braniak Labz and stands out as a DMAA-heavy, stimulating pre workout. At a large dose of 100mg of DMAA per serving, there needs to be a disclaimer that this pre workout is not at all ideal for those with any sort of heart condition or health issue that might cause a confliction with this pre workout. Also, DMAA is a banned substance in the United States and is also not allowed by the…

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Plate with High Protein Food such as Chicken

Top 5 High Protein Low-Calorie Foods

When attempting to lose fat and maintain muscle, high protein low-calorie foods are optimal. Even if fat loss isn’t a goal and you merely want to stay lean while building muscle, foods that are high in protein without a calorie requirement are staples of a well-designed meal. A high protein intake is key for both building and maintaining muscle. The body requires protein to perform protein synthesis after training, and without it, results from working out would never be…

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