by Paul Cribb Ph.D. CSCS. | Questions & Answers
The latest research shows that the fate of fat consumed from your diet is determined by the condition of your metabolic rate. When your metabolic rate is elevated (from exercise) new physiological research shows that fat storage is less likely. Also, your body burns...
by Paul Cribb Ph.D. CSCS. | Questions & Answers
There are two main types of muscle contraction that bodybuilders are interested in. An eccentric (or negative) muscle contraction is when the muscle lengthens under tension, generally by lowering a weight. A concentric muscle contraction occurs when a muscle shortens...
by Paul Cribb Ph.D. CSCS. | Questions & Answers, Research
As a matter of fact, low-fat dairy proteins show a rather strong link to improving insulin function. Research published in The Journal of American Medical Association has revealed a direct link between an improvement in muscle insulin resistance and low-fat dairy food...
by Paul Cribb Ph.D. CSCS. | Questions & Answers
Increasing the protein ratio within the diet appears to trigger multiple benefits that promote better fat metabolism. Researchers from the University of Illinois have shown in studies that greater fat loss is directly related to the increase in the ratio of protein in...
by Paul Cribb Ph.D. CSCS. | Research
Strength training researchers at The College of New Jersey have recently shown that athletes may experience better strength gains simply by making sure they lift heavy. This study examined the effects of both intensity and volume of training during an “in-season”...
by Paul Cribb Ph.D. CSCS. | Research
To get the best results possible, how much rest time do you need between cardio exercise and resistance training? One recent study has revealed that up to 24-hours recovery between cardio and resistance training exercise is required to lift your heaviest weights....
by Paul Cribb Ph.D. CSCS. | Articles, Research
Caffeine is a naturally occurring stimulant found in coffee, tea, and other herbs. Caffeine is the most socially acceptable drug in the world. Coffee is second only to tea (another caffeine-containing brew) as the most popular beverage in the world. Despite this, very...
by Paul Cribb Ph.D. CSCS. | Articles, Supplements
Smart athletes are always looking for a supplement or compound that will give them that extra edge in performance or recovery. A recent study has just identified two highly effective supplements that when taken together provide an even greater advantage regarding...
by Paul Cribb Ph.D. CSCS. | Questions & Answers
Based on the research, I definitely think so. I’ve often discussed the potent muscle-building effects of VP2 Whey Isolate. However, the ability of this protein source to promote fat loss is just as impressive. The results of some studies suggest that a diet rich in...
by Paul Cribb Ph.D. CSCS. | Research
Cortisol a hormone necessary for the inflammatory response, regulation of blood pressure and immune function. However, most bodybuilders and athletes understand that too much cortisol creates an environment that eats away as muscle mass and makes gains impossible....
by Paul Cribb Ph.D. CSCS. | Research
Caffeine works! It gives you a potent kick of energy, endurance, and focus. And aside from the very desirable energizing effect, you get, drinking a cup of coffee before exercise could help increase the amount of fat utilized during the activity, say researchers in...
by Paul Cribb Ph.D. CSCS. | Research
Most athletes think of creatine as a long-term supplement that has to be taken over time to enhance muscle and strength gains. However, Micronized Creatine can also be used to provide an immediate performance boost. A recent study completed by researchers at Creighton...
by Paul Cribb Ph.D. CSCS. | Articles, Research, Supplements
A while back, I posted an article; Sex, Lies, and Protein Intake – this article identified how the healthcare community has misled and totally confused people about their dietary protein requirements. Protein metabolism experts now grudgingly admit that the...
by Paul Cribb Ph.D. CSCS. | Research
One research-proven compound has been completely overlooked by all the “bodybuilding experts”. This side-effect-free, inexpensive compound is the only non-pharmaceutical agent shown to de-activate the major pathway of muscle loss. If you haven’t heard of...
by Paul Cribb Ph.D. CSCS. | Questions & Answers
I’ve never been a big fan of bioelectrical impedance analysis (BIA) for body composition assessments, particularly for athletes. Jeff Stout and his colleagues at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln produced several studies years ago that revealed the BIA procedure was...
