It’s the new year, and it seems everyone is on a mission to lose weight or pack on muscle, but then there is you, skinny-fat. If you try to lose weight, let’s face it, you’ll just be skinny. And if you try to bulk, chances are you’ll end up with more body fat. So you’re...
The term “lean bulking” is a bit unnecessary when you consider it should rarely be someone’s goal to “fat bulk.” There’s also the concept of “dirty bulking,” which is a term for bulking without a care for how much fat is gain in the process. Doing so is simply not a smart approach to building... View Article
There are three primary nutrient groups (or macronutrients) that affect our body composition, metabolism, and energy. Many people simply refer to these nutrients as macros. The three main macros in humans are: Protein (1 g of protein provides 4 calories) Fat (1 g of fat provides 9 calories) Carbohydrates (1 g of carbohydrates provides 4... View Article
It can be a bit overwhelming when you first stroll into a local supplement store to buy supplements. The sheer amount of pre-workout products on the market makes choosing the right one a daunting task. Regardless, pre-workout supplements are now a staple for many active individuals. Many of these products claim to increase endurance, improve... View Article
It can be very discouraging when you simply can’t gain lean mass no matter how hard you try. The good news is that some strategic diet tips will help you overcome your natural tendency to remain skinny. This should be a no-brainer for most readers, but if you want to gain lean mass, it’s crucial... View Article
Just about every major media outlet and mainstream magazine trick people into believing that the leaner someone is, the healthier they are. After all, we know obesity is one of the unhealthiest states for the body to be in, so it would only make sense that the opposite is the healthiest, right? Well, in short,... View Article
Let’s face it, belly fat is not very pleasing to the eye. Fat is a complicated and interesting organ system. The human body contains multiple types of fat tissue that vary by function and location. Much of the fat tissue in humans is made up of white fat, which is largely in charge of secreting special... View Article
The foundation of creating a training routine is vital to the success of anyone who plans on building an impressive amount of strength and muscular size. This article is going to teach you how to do this using the unique type of training called powerbuilding. Powerbuilding is becoming a prominent way of training for many... View Article
When it comes to your fitness goals, do you find yourself teetering between staying lean and bulking up? If so, you’re like so many others out there. Many people have a tendency to cut down during the spring months, getting shredded and ready for beach season. Then, they go to the other end of the... View Article
One question you may find yourself asking is whether indulging in the odd alcoholic beverage will impact your progress. You want to see great results in the gym. You want to build muscle, burn fat, and achieve a higher level of fitness. But at the same time, you also really don’t want to pass up... View Article
If you’re in the market to boost your lean muscle mass, you may be looking at one of the many different testosterone boosters out there. They claim to help you pack on pounds of lean muscle mass, sometimes in a very short period. What’s more, is that they state they are a natural solution and... View Article
When it comes to your health and fitness, chances are, your primary focus has been on your nutritional protocol as well as how often and how much you are exercising throughout the day. Both of those are critical elements to helping kick-start your progress. That said, sometimes it’s helpful to look outside the realm of... View Article