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…
The 12 eggs a day approach to increase testosterone is surrounded in controversy. Prominent figures like the Rock have eaten 12 eggs a day for years and multiple website have made claims that eggs are comparable to the anabolic effects of steroids. On the other side, the argument against such an egg-heavy diet is that its excessive and not necessarily proven. This controversy over eggs thus results from the clash between anecdotal evidence, studies, and the vague definition of…
How to stay motivated to workout at home is a question that’s been asked many times. The key to accomplishment in the gym, and life, can be boiled down to repetition. Go to the gym. Go again. And again. And eventually you will accomplish your goals so long as they are reasonable. Thus, the determining factor in most cases of wether or not you achieve what you set out for is your ability to be consistent over time. Training…
While the clash between alcohol and fitness has existed since cavemen did curls with stones and ancient farmers fermented their crops in preparation for the weekend, there still remains a great amount of ambiguity as to how detrimental alcohol is on the physique of someone who lifts. Most people are aware that alcohol has some effect on performance and results in the gym but the extent to which it affects those things can be shrouded for many. In short,…
A common problem among weightlifters, bodybuilders, and athletes is striking the balance between life and the gym. Most people want to enjoy their lives but for those who make their physique and fitness a priority, going out on weekends often means sacrificing calories, sleep, nutrition, optimal hormones, health, time, training, and more. To advocate for fitness, one would discourage partying. However, to advocate for an enjoyable lifestyle, one might stress the need for a social life and a broad…
