Archive for the ‘Opinion’ Category

Building Muscle, What Is It Worth To You?

Monday, January 25th, 2010

It seems like steroids are everywhere you turn your head these days. On the news, in most sporting circles, in high schools, on the street, in foreign drug rings, and on and on. It’s amazing what people think they know and really don’t know about building muscle. While most people are probably getting sick of it, I for one and glad that this is happening. I as a bodybuilder think that it is about time that this became “dinner table” talk because people’s perceptions really need to be changed in order for this sport that I love to be a legitimate endeavor. (more…)

Can You Build Muscle And Lose Body Fat At The Same Time?

Wednesday, January 20th, 2010

One question I am continually asked is, “Is it possible to lose body fat and gain muscle at the same time?” My answer is an emphatic YES!

First of all, to build muscle, you must constantly overload the muscles in the gym. Heavy training is of utmost importance. Even when you are on a calorie-deprived diet to lose body fat, you must be mentally tough and continue to train heavily to preserve-and even build-muscle mass. And, as I’ve discussed several times already, back up heavy training by eating high-quality protein on a consistent basis. (more…)

7 Activities That Burn A Lot More Calories Than You Think

Friday, October 9th, 2009

There are many activities that are well-known for burning calories. Running, lifting weights, and cardio kickboxing spring to mind, but are you aware of how many calories other common activities burn? If not then you may be burning a lot more calories than you think just going about your day. (more…)