Forearm Training

I have always found it difficult to develop my forearms to match my upper arms. A short time ago, I started to use a forearm development tool, called the wrist roller, which has been around for decades.

This is a simple device that can be made with things that most people can find around the house, and yet may be one of most effective forearm developers ever invented. As you’ll soon see, the reason most people don’t use this exercise is most likely because it is quite painful to perform! It develops a deep burn in the forearm muscles very quickly, which is why it is so effective. It hits all sides of the forearm if used properly.

A forearm wrist roller can be made with a section of a broom handle and a 5 foot length of rope. (you can see pictures by clicking the link at the bottom of this article) You can also go to your nearest home center and buy an 18 inch long wooden dowel, 1 to 1 1/2 inches in diameter. Drill a hole through the middle of the dowel about 1/4″ in diameter. Then take one end of a 5 foot (approx.) piece of rope and thread it through the hole in the dowel and tie a secure knot on the other and so it can’t be pulled back through. Now you need to attach some weight to the other end of the rope. Tie a small dumbbell or a couple 5 – 10 pound barbell plates to the other end of the rope. Make the length of the rope so that when you hold the dowel in your hands and extend your arms straight out in front you, weight is just barely touching the floor.

You now have your very own wrist roller exercise device! thicker forearms are just around the corner!

To perform the exercise, hold the dowel straight out in front of you with both hands and roll it either way, moving only your wrist (elbow movement makes it easier, so don’t move the elbows) until the rope is wrapped completely around the dowel and the weight is all the way up to your hands. Now slowly roll the dowel the opposite way to lower the weight. Keep the weight under control, and do it relatively slowly. This is very important. Be sure that you keep your arms straight, moving only your wrist for maximum effect. When the weight gets all the way down to the bottom, keep the dowel turning in the same direction, and it will begin to roll back up. Continue rolling it in that direction until the weight comes up to the top once again. Then reverse the direction until the weight returns to the bottom. This completes one rep. If you have chosen the correct amount of weight, you forearms should be burning!

There are variations in the way you can perform this exercise. The method outlined above is my preferred method. It can also be done while resting your elbows on something to support your arms so that you can focus more on your forearms and less on your deltoids. You could also try standing on a chair or bench, and just allow your arms to hang down in front of you and roll the weight up and down in that position.
If you follow the rolling technique I have outlined above, you’ll get a thorough workout of both the back and front of your forearms. If you do it properly and strictly, you will feel the pump and the burn that is so effective in stimulating new forearm muscle growth and strength using this device.

You will notice that for most people, it doesn’t take much weight to fry your forearm muscles! I suggest performing three or four complete reps of this exercise at least three times a week at the end of your workouts. Always do this workout last as you will greatly diminish your ability to lift weights for any other exercise! Or if you don’t have a workout that day, just do it before you go to bed. Just make sure you don’t do it right before you’re going to need your hands for something like typing!

I recommend that you use other exercises in your forearm workout. I only suggest that this is an excellent additional movement that will really add new mass and strength to your forearms especially if this is a problem area for you or if you really need to increase your forearm strength for some kind of sports activity.

A great forearm workout should include barbell wrist curls and reverse wrist curls for three sets of 12-15 reps for each exercise. Finish up your workout with wrist rollers and you will feel a most incredible pump that will stimulate new muscle growth!

I have noticed greater endurance, strength and size in my forearms in just a few short weeks of training with this effective exercise. Try it for a few weeks and see if you experience the same results. I think you will be pleasantly surprised!

Keep in mind that successful bodybuilding training requires proper nutrition. Muscle building requires the proper vitamins, minerals and protein.

Protein is by far the most important nutrient to a bodybuilder. You must consume 1 to 1.5 grams of high quality protein per pound of bodyweight every day to make quality muscle gains. This could mean 200-300 grams per day for most bodybuilders. Your protein should come from animal and dairy sources such as chicken, beef, turkey, eggs and milk. To find out the protein content of these foods, click this link for a useful chart that will help you plan your diet.

Rocksolidbodybuilding.com/Protein content

You can find pictures of the wrist roller device at:

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It’s no secret-everybody wants rock hard abdominal muscles. As a bodybuilder, you shouldn’t focus exclusively on this or any other group of muscles, but rather do training for your entire body. However, there are a few things you need to know about, and a few myths you need to bust, if you want develop your abs in a way to see results.

It is important to remember that your abdominal muscles are really no different than any other group of muscles in your body. Training to define your abs takes hard work and intensity. People who simply want to stay healthy and prevent love handles may find that doing crunches every night works perfectly, but this typical abdominal exercise, while it will help you keep off the weight, does nothing to define your muscles. Instead, you need to move to a workout that increases in intensity and gives you the look you desire.

Instead of just doing crunches ever day, try intensifying your workout by doing crunches on an incline. Do as many as possible, and each day try to do a few more. Even more beneficial than this, however, is to do regular or incline crunches with weights. Weight training will really help define your abdominal muscles, giving you the six-pack that most people only have in their dreams. Using weights, along with a healthy diet, will also help you keep the fat off, so your muscles will become even more defined, even when you are not flexing.

The abs machines you see on TV usually won’t give you a good weight workout, because there is not enough resistance to intensify your workout from week to week. These machines are good for beginners or for those with serious weight problems who need to tone down, but in general, bodybuilders shouldn’t waste their money. Instead, use one of your pulley machines to lift as you do crunches. Make sure you’re raising the stack of weights one or two inches and load it with enough weight so that you are only able to do about ten reps. Each day, intensify your workout by adding around 5% more weight to the stack. If you find that you cannot do this, that’s a sign that you need to take more time off between workouts to let your muscles rebuild from your last workout. Overall, this type of training, along with a healthy lifestyle, will help you find your six-pack.

Further research examining the influence of diet on testosterone has been performed by Volek et al., who simultaneously studied the effects of nutrients on cortisol, a catabolic hormone. According to their research, results indicate that specific nutrients may have the potential to alter the regulation and metabolism of testosterone, whereas effects on cortisol remain unclear. Their evidence verifies that testosterone levels positively correlate with percentages of dietary fat and negatively correlate with percentages of energy that is protein. Likewise, it appears that the protein-to-carbohydrate ratio is negatively correlated with testosterone levels Regarding fat, a previous investigation has also observed a significant positive correlation between percent energy fat and testosterone in young athletic men, and preliminary evidence also suggests a positive relationship between monounsaturated and saturated fatty acids on resting testosterone concentrations In contrast, a negative correlation between the polyunsaturated-to-saturated fatty acid ratio and testosterone was reported.

A study by Raben et al also found similar results when studying the hormonal responses to a meat-rich diet versus a vegetarian diet. In a study of male endurance athletes, the investigators reported a significant decrease in testosterone concentrations and an attenuation of the exercise-induced increase in testosterone when the subjects switched to vegetarian diets. These results may be explained by the likelihood that vegetarians consume less fat, saturated fatty acids, and a higher polyunsaturated-to­saturated fatty acid ratio than meat-eaters, and therefore exhibit lower concentrations of testosterone Interestingly, both diets in this study derived equal amounts of energy from protein, carbohydrates, and fat, indicating that the supply of energy from the macronutrients was not responsible for the effect on testosterone. Thus, the composition (in this case, vegetarian versus animal sources) of the energy-providing macronutrients may also modify testosterone concentrations.

The findings of these studies are particularly important for athletes and exercise enthusiasts who are attempting to increase or maintain strength and muscle mass, especially during periods of intense training, which can elevate levels of cortisol. Overtraining may also be responsible for a decline in resting testosterone concentrations, further signifying the need for appropriate dietary habits. Accordingly, such debilitating effects of overtraining may be exacerbated by a diet low in fat, which many athletes (i.e., wrestlers, gymnasts) consume

Further studies have examined the ratio of carbohydrate to fat in the diet and its effect on nitrogen retention. Such an investigation was performed by McCargar et al who also studied this ratio’s effects on substrate use and hormone response in healthy males. The researchers found that the high-fat diet (45% of total calories) increased nitrogen retention, especially when maintenance energy intakes were consumed. The authors also stated that their findings indicated a potentially increased fat oxidation in those subjects consuming a high-fat diet, and that the nitrogen-sparing effect of such a diet was likely substrate mediated (as opposed to being hormonally mediated). The results also indicated that the high­carbohydrate diet (60% of energy) induced elevated triglyceride levels, which may be a reflection of additional fat synthesis in the liver owing to the presence of excess glucose. The significance here is that once energy and glycogen needs are met, surplus carbohydrates may lead to hypertriglyceridemia.

Studies examining the impact of caloric intake on resting testosterone levels have discovered a depressive effect on such concentrations. For instance, one study showed that fasting for 5 days can lower testosterone levels by as much as 30_50%. It also appears that severe caloric restriction, even if induced by excessive exercise, lowers testosterone levels. Combine these revelations with the possibility that increased fat intake may enhance testosterone levels, and the importance of adequate fat, as in the overtrained state, becomes paramount.

Yost and colleagues investigated the effects of macronutrient composition on the activities of adipose tissue lipoprotein lipase (an enzyme that breaks down fat) and insulin sensitivity. The researchers studied the reaction of these compounds to both a high-carbohydrate (55% of total kcal) and high-fat (50%) diet. They concluded that after 16 days of the high-carbohydrate diet only the responsiveness of adipose tissue lipoprotein lipase was increased. There was no effect on insulin sensitivity, although other researchers have found that diets containing a higher percentage of energy from fat produce insulin resistance. Of course, if such findings are conclusive, the development of type 2 diabetes, hypertension, and cardiovascular disease are possible adverse consequences.

Do you want to take your arms to the next level, that is in terms of strength and muscle mass? Have your arms been defying any attempt to grow, no matter what you do? Have they defied intensity , frequency and technique until you are really frustrated? Are you actually frustrated by your arms rate of growth? Well if your answer is yes for any of these questions, then this article is for you.

The frustration accrues from seeing a well-rounded figure from which two feeble arms hang. Well it is not unusual or hard to understand. For as much as body builders concentrate on the physique, most of us leave the arms behind simply because we don’t understand that the arms are a distinct muscle group that needs attention. The following workout will help you stimulate maximal muscle growth in your arms in the shortest time possible. You should optimally work out your arms three times a week on alternate days. The good thing about this arm workout is not just its ability to isolate the arms for training but also its ability to consulate muscle strength in the arms so that you can better perform in other training for isolated muscle groups like the chest, back and stomach.

So let’s get down to the workout. The workout incorporates a single triset that should be done and repeated twice within a twenty-minute training routine. A triset basically comprises of three distinct but complementary exercises that must be performed consecutively without allowing rest durations in between. However, after performing the last exercise composing a single triset can you rest, and then the rest must be for the recommended duration, before starting over.

The first round of the triset begins with three to four sets of the triceps pushdown. Ten to twelve reps for each set are adequate, if using your ideal weight. From there on, you move on to the second exercise of the triset, ensuring that there is no break offered between the two exercises. The second exercise is the concentration curls. Three to four sets of the concentration curls are adequate, each comprising of at least eight reps and twelve reps on the higher side. After the last set of the concentration curls, move of on to the last exercise of the triset, which is the overhead triceps extension. For the overhead triset extensions, perform at least three sets or four on the higher side, with ten to twelve reps for each. This should be based on the level of your training, your training intensity and the poundage of the weight you are using.

Rest for a single minute, before starting the triset all over again. After the second triset, move on to the next part of the workout and forget the arms until the next training session.

It is also important to note that these training routine only aims at rejuvenating growth in your arms, and you should therefore incorporate other arm training workouts after a while, especially if you can note any positive change in your arms after this workout has been used for a month or two.

In life, each day is a hectic affair for most of us. These protein supplements come in many distinct categories and from different sources. Some of the best supplements come from the Whey proteins. These are protein sources considered mostly because of their ability in improving performance during sports. They reduce the levels of stress by lowering the levels of muscle destroying hormones. Also, whey proteins improve a lot to the immunity of the body through the increase of glutathione, a specific water soluble anti-oxidant occurring inside the body. Amidst all these, they also reduce the pressure of blood, help the fight against the HIV virus and also reduce the risks of overtraining. Egg Protein is also another viable bodybuilding supplement.

This is a wonderful bio-available protein which is only second to Whey. The body releases it slowly as compared to whey making it perfect as a whole day supplement. One can mix whey and egg proteins and come up with a perfect bio-available shake. Milk proteins are also highly bio-available and released slowly into the body’s blood stream. They increase amounts of milk peptides which are bioactive and help support the immunity of the body as well as muscle growth. They are the right choice for all long lasting and muscle protecting choice of protein. Beef Protein supplements are also released slowly by the body. They help in building more blood iron as well as B-vitamins and aid the body in their contribution towards a better utilization of nutrients and enough energy production.

Soy proteins supplements exhibit myriads of health benefits for all bodybuilders. Soy proteins help in the reduction of cancers that are hormone-dependent. They help in the reduction of high cholesterol as well as easing symptoms of acute menopause. For women bodybuilders they are highly recommended for better change as desired to be occasioned. Protein supplements are those weight gainer supplements that contain protein-made shakes which have a calorie base largely in carbs form. The source of these supplements is whey protein in conjunction with other types of proteins, for example milk or egg proteins. They contain high amounts of carbohydrates which contain enough amounts of good calories paramount to muscle gain.

Other supplements include replacement powders which are lower in calories and good for those who have qualms with gaining weight, protein powders containing largely of protein and are a perfect daily home-made formula of bodybuilding, protein bars made from the different protein sources, shakes of supplements that are manufactured ready to drink, beef liver-made tablets that one can add to his/her meal every day. It’s always good to remember that protein supplements are not advisable to be used instead of food; they are supplements to the already available food intake. Good food diet is the base upon which fitness and bodybuilding activities are harmonized with the supplements to make the results you are looking for. They are just a vehicle for the maximization of bodybuilding exercises and the way forward in occasioning the right body changes.

Steroids abuse occurs when people begin to consume steroids for reasons other than medically prescribed ones. Steroids are mostly known to have performance enhancing, muscle building and other androgenic effects. The immediate physical results obtained by their use seem so alluring that a lot of people opt for non-prescribed usage. This paves way for steroids abuse.

Just think about how you would take medicine to cure a cold. How many times have you wondered whether it will be addictive? Almost none, so the same happens in the case of steroids abuse too.

In most cases, those who take in steroids are unaware of the harmful consequences. That is one reason it is always recommended to seek professional or medical advice before going ahead with a steroids cycle.

Common Reasons for Steroids Abuse

Cases of steroids abuse are most common among sportsmen and athletes. This enhances performance enhancement and increases endurance. Sportspersons like Barry Bonds, Marion Jones and Tim Montgomery were stripped of all their records when they were proved to have steroids abuse. Bodybuilders have continued use of steroids to obtain an enviable musculature along with a reduced recovery time after workouts. Non athletes also become victims of steroids abuse for the same reasons. A lot of people take steroids to shed extra fat and improve their physical appearance.

Common Steroids used in Steroids Abuse

Usually, steroids are not legally available in countries like the US, without a medical prescription. However, some steroids like fluxoymesterone, nandrolone (deca-durabolin), and durabolin can be obtained without much monitoring. Veterinary steroids like mibolerone and trenbolone are also available and abused.

More Facts About Steroids Abuse:

Here are some more facts about steroids abuse:



To prevent steroids abuse, the US government has categorized anabolic steroids as ‘Controlled Substances’ under the Anabolic Steroids Control Act of 1990. This means they cannot be sold legally without a prescription.



A shocking revelation by The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) concluded that more than half a million of adolescents aged between 13-16 years were using steroids, without even knowing what the consequences were.



For those been victims of steroids abuse, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services offers help through Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s Center for Substance Abuse Treatment.



Steroids use has both physical and mental implications and steroids abuse. As the bodily capabilities and metabolism rates are varied in most people, it makes no sense to jeopardize our mental and physical health to match others who use steroids to stay fit.

To know more about steroids abuse and its implications, visit www.Steroids.ro.

All persons currently in excess of body fat, even obese, which has not always had weight problems. Some people are in good condition and has very little body fat in their younger years, but changes over time things. And suddenly may find you have a real problem, since any excess fat in the past.

Reasons for weight gain

The main reason that this happens to many people is the fact that their metabolism begins to slow in the mid 20s. And learn how people of that time so you have more commitments and less time for sports. People are inactive and have poor nutrition, in combination that can come with the fact that your body is not able to burn calories more efficiently, at first, then body fat easily.

People make mistakes very often, which is actually the metabolism is slower, is a diet. Most diets work by restricting calorie intake too low, and when it starts below 1800 calories, your metabolism slows down fat loss and makes it very difficult. The threat of losing muscle mass during dieting is very real, and weight loss is much more than people are actually a muscle.

How to lose fat and gain muscle

To reverse this process and really being able to lose fat and gain muscle in the body has a different approach. A much better solution is to not eat Moor 2.3 meals a day, but 5-6 small meals per day are consumed every 2-3 hours. This makes your metabolism is faster and burn more calories. Each meal should be balanced and at least 20 grams of protein. You can prepare meals in advance, so it is easier.

The second way to win, fat and muscles to lose weight is to start training. Cardiovascular training is also important, but is a bit “exaggerated, because it has no effect on metabolism. But when you lift weights and then stimulates muscles to grow. And the more muscle you have, the more calories your body burns.

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While dealing with bodybuilding presentation, there are certain muscle areas that you just can’t hide. The front deltoids, also known as the shoulders, are one of these certain areas. You can see them in every pose whether they’re facing forwards or backwards; the front deltoids make up the top two corners of the bodybuilding physique. Having massive front deltoids can make the chest and arms appear much larger, and with good side deltoids can give the figure a very nice V-taper. The following are exercises that will give the deltoids a great work out.

The Machine Press

There’s a plethora of exercise machines in the gym from different manufacturers that were made to concentrate on the front deltoid heads, they do this by having the exerciser lift the weight in a particular movement. These machines are popular because they’re very secure and simple. While free weights usually are chosen because stabilizer muscles become part of the workout, it’s never a bad thing to hit the front deltoids by themselves. A lot of people in the gym have huge triceps that are out of proportion to their smaller deltoids; this is because their arms are used for the majority of the work in pressing motions. The use of a machine isolates the deltoids and forces them to do all the work.

The Dumbbell Press

This can be done very similarly to the barbell press. The two exercises are very good for the muscle areas because they make each side do the same amount of work. In a lot of situations, one arm will be slightly better developed than the other one, which leads to unbalanced development and a disproportionate physique. The use of the same amount of weight and number of repetitions will make sure that each deltoid gets the exact same work out every time.

The Front Dumbbell Raise

This can be a peculiar exercise that a lot of people don’t remember. Stand while holding a dumbbell in both hands. Whether together or separate, lift them up from the waist to the chin while the arms are kept perfectly straight. This exercise is very similar to the well-used dumbbell side raise, except that you lift forward instead of to the side, and it works the front deltoids instead of the side ones.

The Barbell Press

You can either stand or sit, with a barbell as high as your neck using an underhand grip, lift up the bar past your head in a slow and controlling movement. The majority of trainers would probably tell you to avoid doing this motion behind the neck because it puts the rotator cuff in an unsettling place. It is much better to place the weight on the front of the upper chest. This exercise will be the most beneficial for developing muscle mass in the front deltoids. The exercise will also target other muscle groups such as the arms, back, and chest.

 

The human body is an organism which can adapt to various stimuli very quickly. If you don’t give it enough food, it learns not to require as much food. If you give it too much food, it learns to need that much food. No matter what kind of inputs you throw at it, the body usually learns to grow or change to become capable of facing the challenge. The flipside, of course, is that this can be a detriment to bodybuilders seeking to keep their bodies growing. When their systems quickly adapt to the training, supplement, and other inputs they’ve been using, they must find ways to keep the growth coming. This can be accomplished in one of two ways. The bodybuilder can add additional inputs, or lessen some inputs then re-introduce them at a later date so that they may be effective once again. Let’s learn more about how this could work for you.

Response to supplements

Creatine, caffeine, and whey protein are three supplements that are commonly used by bodybuilders, and with great effect. The problem, however, is that over time the body adapts to these compounds. Soon, you learn to need them just to function at a base level. Withdrawal from caffeine can lead to powerful headaches. Upping your protein continually to keep your body growing can lead to kidney issues. The solution, of course, is to take breaks from these compounds. Every time you re-introduce caffeine or creatine after two months of rest, your body will react like it did the very first time – which is good for growth and cutting.

Response to training

Take a week off of training, and you will see the body respond in a brand new way. Take a month off of a single exercise, such as the squat or the bench press. You’ll learn upon returning that the movement causes new growth. Don’t allow your body to become fully adapted to any movement. Take breaks so that these movements will retain their influence and effectiveness.

Response to anabolic steroids

Running your first cycle can be a wonderful thing. Your body has no idea what it’s in for, and you will grow without a doubt. The problem, however, is that many bodybuilders stay on the juice until it is no longer effective in building or holding muscle. Imagine losing muscle when still running your cycle after 20 weeks! For this reason, it is very wise to cycle off of the drugs every 12 weeks to allow the receptors in your muscle cells to repair themselves. When you run your next cycle, the gains will be tremendous, and your body will have enjoyed a nice break.

The intelligent bodybuilder takes advantage of the fact that his body will respond positively to one of these stimuli being introduced. He times their use to coincide with what is convenient for his schedule to ensure he can devote the most energy to training at those times when the supplement, training, and drug influences will be new once again. Take breaks for your receptors’ sake!

Sport nutrition supplements help promote muscle growth in bodybuilders. Nutritional bodybuilding supplements also enhance performance and workout routines that include physical exercises. Weightlifting programs or weight training with free weights or machines will benefit from the addition of body building supplements.

Whether you are body building, weight lifting or working out with body toning exercises, always read and review the nutritional information on supplements before adding them to your workout routine. There are many different kinds of nutritional supplements which can be used for bodybuilding, weightlifting or even the general exercise enthusiast.

Many body building supplements also work well for weightlifting programs and even certain diet programs. On the other hand, you may find some sports supplements and nutritional products work better for the specific style of workout routine you are following.

For body building enthusiasts working towards muscle growth, there are some excellent weight gainer whey protein supplements available to help meet your goal. Because these bodybuilding products help add weight and muscle, they may not be best suited for workout routines designed only to tone muscle.

Body Building Supplements

Building muscle mass while sculpting your body for the perfect look can be a long and difficult process.

You can improve workout results with sports nutrition products like whey protein isolate, nor androstenediol, guggulsterones, amino acids, DHEA and meal replacement bars. Bodybuilders and weightlifters alike reach their goals as well as their limits while depending on quality bodybuilding supplements.

Weightlifting Supplements

Weightlifters are always pushing themselves to the limit or lifting weights to the point of ‘failure’. To ‘burn’ through these sets and increase muscle growth, weightlifters employ nutritional supplements. You can safely combine supplements, such as a whey protein isolate, Nitric Oxide and Testosterone Boosters, whether you are just beginning or wanting to reach your peak performance. Weight training programs at all levels benefit when bodybuilding supplements are used in weightlifting workouts.

Nitric Oxide

Nitric Oxide is a free form gas that is produced in the body and is used by the body to communicate with other cells in the body. To produce this gas, enzymes in the body break down the amino acid Arginine.

Nitric Oxide is a molecule consisting of one atom of nitrogen and one atom of oxygen. The production of Nitric Oxide occurs when the amino acid L-arginine is converted into L-citruline through an enzyme group known as Nitric Oxide Synthase (NOS).

Everyone REQUIRES nitric oxide to carry out key physiological processes within the body. From a bodybuilder’s perspective, nitric oxide supplementation may prove useful in increasing growth due to increases in blood flow to certain areas of the body. Further, men suffering from erectile dysfunction may also find supplementing with nitric oxide helpful.

Signs of deficiency include the inability to achieve and sustain erections, physical weakness and extreme fatigue. Most “nitric oxide” supplements contain the amino acid Arginine-alpha-keto-glutarate.

With any amino acid containing product, overdose is a possibility. Dosing with too much arginine can lead to diarrhea, weakness and nausea. Clear dosing guidelines have not been established, so it is best to do what is known as “tolerance mapping”. Take a small dosage for one week, note the benefits and the side effects, and increase the dosage until the benefits are maximized and the side effects minimized. Over time the two will converge and you will hit the optimal dose. This process is similar to “receptor mapping”

for bodybuilders who use insulin.

Protien Powders

Many protein powders are fortified with amino acids, including arginine. With this in mind, pay particular attention to how much arginine you are ingesting from all supplements taken.

Protein powders are formulated to be the perfect meal in a quick and easy shake. It is easy to take them with you to work or school or anywhere that you need to get your protein or satisfy your hunger in a healthy way.

Need to eat one gram of protein per pound of body weight? Or maybe you are trying to eat six small meals each day? Sounds easier than it really is, huh? Protein powders like the ones listed below may be exactly what you are looking for.

How do you pick a protein out of the hundreds that we have for you to choose from? Basically, you are looking for a powder that has the right amount of protein, carbs, fat and the correct protein type for your goal.

If you are trying to lose fat, you will most likely want a low carb, low calorie protein. The extra protein will help you keep your current muscle mass. If you are trying to gain muscle, you would want a high protein, high calorie powder that is relatively low in sugar and fat. If you are simply trying to find a quick meal replacement, a protein powder with medium carbs and medium calories would most likely be for you.

The three most popular types of protein are whey, casein and soy.

Whey

Out of the many protein sources out there, whey protein is the ultimate. It comes from milk. During the process of turning milk into cheese, whey protein is separated out. Protein can be found in a variety of foods -mainly meats, such as fish, beef, and chicken.

Dairy products as well as eggs, cottage cheese, soy and vegetable protein also contain good amounts of protein.

Nevertheless, none of these sources compares in quality or ease of use like whey protein. Whey protein has the highest value in providing branched-chain amino acids, which result in building and retaining muscle tissue.

Whey protein (the highest quality and best form of protein) is incredible stuff. It provides the body with the necessary building blocks to produce amino acids that are used for building muscle tissue. Whoa! Nearly every bodybuilder knows the importance of protein supplementation. Studies have been conducted that compare whey protein to other sources. They have found that whey protein contains the perfect combination of overall amino acid makeup… and in just the right concentrations for optimal performance in the body. Both hormonal and cellular responses seem to be greatly enhanced with supplementation of whey protein, too! Not to mention the benefits whey protein has on the body’s immune system according to documented scientific research. Whey protein also plays a role as an antioxidant and helps support a health immune system. Most importantly, consistent whey protein intake coupled with exercise will result in consistent muscle building.

Training athletes often consume 25 grams of whey protein per day. Bodybuilders who want serious gains (and are burning serious calories), generally consume 150 grams per day. Extremely high doses of whey protein is not recommended, as this will cause the body’s liver to be overloaded and you won’t get the same benefits as with a consistent lower amount taken three to five times per day.

BCAA:

Amino acids are the building blocks of protein. Amino Acid supplements are an effective and useful blend of essential amino acids for the human body.

Amino acids come from protein rich sources such as meat, fish, dairy products, and vegetables such as legumes, peas, and grains. There are many types of amino acid supplements on the market. Some products claim to have a large quantity of amino acids, but come primarily from a weak protein source (such as milk). Unfortunately, people may have allergies associated with the protein source. Our supplement formula is comprised of the highest quality crystalline protein source.

One and one-half grams of powder three times a day should be sufficient to provide the body with an adequate supply of available amino acids to assist in digesting food and bulking up. There are no side effects with proper supplementation.

Testosterone Boosters:

Raising your testosterone helps you to gain muscle, enhance your mood, support healthy libido, and more! Some prohormones do a great job of raising test levels, but some people prefer not to use them.

Arginine

Arginine is a semi-essential amino acid. It is a building block of protein that performs a myriad of physiological functions. It is a known precursor of the gas nitric oxide [N02].

Arginine is an amino acid that the body cannot make naturally. Therefore it is important to consume foods that are rich in arginine.1

Arginine is found in high concentrations in nuts and seeds like peanuts and almonds. It can also be found in chocolate and raisins.

Individuals with existing heart or psychiatric conditions should consult with their physician prior to supplementing with Arginine. With any amino acid containing product, overdose is a possibility. Dosing with too much arginine can lead to diarrhea, weakness and nausea. Clear dosing guidelines have not yet been established, so it is best to do what is known as “tolerance mapping” – Take a small dosage for one week, note the benefits and the side effects, and increase the dosage until the benefits are maximized and the side effects minimized. Over time the two will converge and you will hit the optimal dose. This process is similar to “receptor mapping” for bodybuilders who use insulin and steroids.

Many protein powders on the market are fortified with amino acids, including arginine. With this in mind, pay particular attention to how much arginine you are ingesting from sources. If you do not feel comfortable following the above described procedure, it is always best to follow the directions as prescribed on the products label.