by Paul Cribb Ph.D. CSCS. | News
The latest research on this topic is quite conclusive, testosterone concentrations, in males particularly, correlate with body composition. That means low testosterone levels are linked strongly to fat accumulation and vice-versa. However, not all testosterone is the...
by Paul Cribb Ph.D. CSCS. | Research
Most active people understand that intense exercise increases body temperature, now a study has shown that intense exercise also increases the temperature of the brain. Researchers in Denmark have revealed that letting the brain get too hot during physical activity...
by Paul Cribb Ph.D. CSCS. | Articles, Research
The branched-chain amino acids (BCAA) are a select group of essential amino acids; leucine, isoleucine, and valine. Your body cannot synthesize them; they are essential and must be provided through your diet in abundance. In recent years the BCAAs have received an...
by Paul Cribb Ph.D. CSCS. | Research
Amino acids are the building blocks of protein. Protein is muscle. BCAA, the branched-chain amino acids, are three of the most essential amino acids for even the most casual athlete and even more so as your training intensity increases. If you are looking to build...
by Paul Cribb Ph.D. CSCS. | Questions & Answers
Lack of sleep definitely affects a variety of physiological processes where building muscle is concerned. A recent study by Dr. Eve Van Cauter at the University of Chicago (JAMA, 284:2000) demonstrated that a disturbance in sleep patterns produce marked alterations in...
by Paul Cribb Ph.D. CSCS. | Questions & Answers
There are some nutrients that are shown to have a significant, positive effect on brain function and mental cognition. Caffeine and creatine are two supplements that are shown in research to provide the brain with an immediate boost. However, at the top of this list...
by Paul Cribb Ph.D. CSCS. | Research
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as ibuprofen and aspirin are used to relieve pain for a plethora of conditions. In fact, around 70 million prescriptions for NSAIDs are written yearly. However, these drugs may cause some serious side-effects...
by Paul Cribb Ph.D. CSCS. | Questions & Answers
Based on the all the information, it appears as though drinking four or more cups of coffee a day is the closest we can get to a research-based recommendation. This amount is most likely to lower the risk of type 2-diabetes and promote healthy insulin function. What...
by Paul Cribb Ph.D. CSCS. | Research
GL3 L-Glutamine is a popular supplement with athletes because it provides so many important benefits that aid in muscle recovery and lean muscle growth. Glutamine is the primary fuel of the immune system and while intense exercise is a must for building muscle and...
by Paul Cribb Ph.D. CSCS. | Questions & Answers
Yet another study had linking coffee consumption to improved health. In this new study, men and women who drank coffee and other caffeinated beverages were less likely to develop type-2 diabetes than those who did not drink caffeine-containing beverages. However, the...
by Paul Cribb Ph.D. CSCS. | Questions & Answers
The longer you’ve been training, the smarter you have to train to continue to gain. A long time ago strength training researchers suspected that significant gains in strength could not be achieved by veteran weight lifters. However, this notion was dispelled in the...
by Paul Cribb Ph.D. CSCS. | Questions & Answers
Squats are often criticized as being “bad” for your back. However, done correctly, there is evidence that barbell squats could actually do your spine some good. An interesting case study, published in the International Journal of Sports Medicine, examined...
by Paul Cribb Ph.D. CSCS. | Questions & Answers
Let me run through the fiber types our muscles possess and the characteristics of each. This should clear up any confusion about why Max-OT is the most effective training method for packing on lean mass in the shortest possible amount of time. Muscle fiber types fall...
by Paul Cribb Ph.D. CSCS. | Research
A recent study has shown that when it comes to boosting the metabolism with exercise, resistance training and cardio training have similar effects. In a study on overweight and lean women, researchers from Cal State and Cedarville University showed that weight...
by Paul Cribb Ph.D. CSCS. | Research
Previous studies have found that the major polyphenol in green tea extract, epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG) may protect internal organs against cancer. The effects of EGCG are so powerful, the results of a new study suggest that EGCG will soon be used to treat...
