Q. I’m sick of always having to walk on the treadmill or ride the bike for an hour or more per day when I’m trying to get lean. Is there any other way for me to get ripped without having to do cardio...
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2018-01-12 13:46
Q. My biceps are pretty good, but my triceps are seriously lacking. What are the top three exercises of all time for packing mass on to your triceps?
A. In my humble opinion, if you want to pack...
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2014-10-23 08:31
Q. I’ve been training my legs hard of late and added some pretty good size to my outer sweep. My problem is that I just can’t seem to add size to the teardrop muscle just above the knee. What are the...
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2014-10-23 08:35
This herb originated from ancient Chinese medicine where it was used as a tonic with a host of proclaimed benefits including immune enhancement and stress protection. One recent study in rats shows...
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2018-01-11 21:02
Geranamine is a relatively simple and small organic molecule found in geranium oil, and it is known chemically as 1,3-dimethylamylamine (DMAA). It has stimulant and bronchodilating properties. I...
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2018-01-11 20:54
Fucoxanthin is a carotenoid (part of the Vitamin A family) found in edible brown seaweed. Some animal studies have suggested it has fat loss properties and that it works through the protein UCP-1,...
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2018-01-11 20:59
This ingredient’s full name is glycine propionyl-l-carnitine hydrochloride. What this boils down to is this is a form of carnitine. Carnitine is the amino acid that helps with fat loss, endurance,...
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2018-01-11 20:57
R-N-Benzyl-Alpha-Phenylethylamine
This is a strange compound for me to see being sold as a supplement. The stuff is sold commercially as a reagent for synthetic chemistry where it is used to...
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2018-01-11 20:58
If you’re looking for a proven way to get ripped without losing muscle or doing boring cardio, you’ve definitely found it. My Pro Sport Conditioning team has created a fat-burning masterpiece with...
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2018-01-15 00:02
Q. I’m using a pre-workout powder and get unbelievable energy from the stuff. I read that it contains geranium in it, which is supposed to be responsible for the real kick you get. Have you...
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2012-01-30 00:44
Q. How often do you practice your posing, and do you get outside help?
A. Due to my geographic location, I’m very limited in terms of resources for in-person help with competition prep....
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2012-01-16 07:47
Q. Can creatine be used pre-contest?
A. Certain people and companies have convinced much of the weight-training public that creatine somehow makes you look “soft.” But creatine is...
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2012-01-16 07:35
Q. What is protein spiking?
A. Protein spiking is where a protein manufacturer adds amino acids that are cheaper than the base protein powder it’s actually selling in order to increase the product’s...
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2014-08-05 11:14
Q. Is it true that stretching before training can reduce power? Charles Poliquin wrote about this, and it seems like bullshit because I’ve been warming up like this for years. Charles says...
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2012-01-16 00:51
Q. What’s your opinion on the use of prescription muscle relaxants to treat an injury? My family doctor always tries to prescribe diazepam (Valium) and never recommends chiropractors. It...
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2012-01-16 07:37
Q. I’ve seen some athletes using arch supports or orthotics in their shoes. What the heck are these for, and do they have any place in bodybuilding or powerlifting as an ergogenic aid?
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2012-01-30 00:27
Quad Sweep Potato Fries
4 sweet potatoes cut into wedges
seasoning salt
cajun spices
Preheat oven to 350°F. Place sweet potatoes into a microwaveable dish, cover, and...
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2012-01-16 00:23
Sweet Apple Frittata
• 1 tart apple, thinly sliced
• ½ cup golden raisins
• 1 tbsp walnuts, finely chopped
• 1 tbsp honey
• 1 tsp cinnamon,...
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2012-01-16 00:20
Oriental Beef Biceps
• 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
• 2 tbsp water
• 1 tsp sesame oil
• 1 tsp fresh garlic
• 1 tsp Dijon mustard
• 1 tsp ginger...
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2012-01-16 00:13
Laura Creavalle Cheesecake
8 large (2" × 5") fat-free graham crackers
3 tbsp fruit spread
3 8-oz. packages fat-free cream cheese
2 tbsp flour
¾ cup honey
3 tbsp lemon juice
¾ cup...
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2017-10-03 21:11