The search continues for a natural supplement that will produce genuine anabolic or muscle-building effects. It seems that most people are seeking short-cuts to gains in muscular size and strength, even though with proper training and judicious … [Read more...]
Herbal testosterone-boosting supplements: Are they effective? By Jerry Brainum
Bodybuilders, athletes, and those who are experiencing hormonal declines related to the aging process are often keenly interested in anything can provide a safe hormonal boost. The word "safe" is key here since many of the potential users of … [Read more...]
Creatine versus cortisol by Jerry Brainum
Creatine is probably the most popular food supplement used by bodybuilders, and for good reason. It works for 80% of those who use it. The 20% for whom creatine isn't effective are usually habitual heavy meat-eaters. Red meat is the richest source of natural … [Read more...]
Nutrients and aging by Jerry Brainum
According to most anti-aging researchers, the only known way of maximizing life span is through a drastic reduction in calories. This involves a total caloric intake that averages 30% less than the usual intake of calories for most people. That is in most people of … [Read more...]
Concurrent training: problems and solutions by Jerry Brainum
Similar to many others, Bob Hickson opted to study exercise physiology because of his avid hobby of powerlifting. He wanted to learn the science behind what causes muscle growth, and possibly develop new and more effective ways to build muscle and strength. Luckily, … [Read more...]
Anabolic steroids and heart failure by Jerry Brainum
The side effects associated with anabolic steroid drugs (AS) are controversial. If you go on many websites or online forums, you will encounter many habitual anabolic steroid users who claim to use the drugs with impunity. However, similarly to other drugs, the effects … [Read more...]
Natural Bodybuilding Training: The finer points by Jerry Brainum
In the inaugural issue of Applied Metabolics, I discussed the best evidence-based nutrition techniques for natural bodybuilders. To reiterate the meaning of the term "natural," that refers to a bodybuilder who doesn't resort to using any type of pharmaceutical … [Read more...]
New studies from a nutrition science conference by Jerry Brainum
Every year, hundreds of various scientific conferences are held around the world. The ostensible purpose of these conferences is to provide a forum whereby top scientists in their fields can present and discuss new scientific information. Most of the time, some good … [Read more...]
Book review: Jim Stoppani’s Encyclopedia of Muscle and Strength
I've never met Jim Stoppani, but I know we have at least three things in common: 1) We were both formerly Science editors of Muscle and Fitness magazine; 2) We both have a fascination and enjoyment of deep science or the minutiae that most others aren't that much into; … [Read more...]
Does fasted aerobics burn more fat? by Jerry Brainum
A commonly used technique by bodybuilders seeking to lose excess body fat prior to a contest involves doing aerobic exercise while in a fasted state. The usual practice is to do the aerobics first thing in the morning, prior to eating or drinking anything. The … [Read more...]
- « Previous Page
- 1
- …
- 6
- 7
- 8
- 9
- 10
- 11
- Next Page »