by Dana Bushell | Articles
Training is the essence of our lives. We love testing our body’s limitations and pushing the boundaries of our genetic potential. If training were the only thing we had to do to grow, we would all be larger than life. Unfortunately, this just isn’t the case, and our...
by Paul C. Henning, Ph.D. CSCS | Research, Supplements
We often hear the term “nutrient timing” or “anabolic window” which describes a time period following intense training where the consumption of certain nutrients will enhance the muscle recovery and regeneration process. Let’s take a look at this window and the...
by Dana Bushell | Articles
Make no mistake about it; bodybuilding and the lifestyle required for success is unlike any other sport. It is a 24 hours a day, 365 days a year venture that will fill your life with successes, failures, victories and defeats. Not a day can go by that is uncalculated...
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. | 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
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 cause some serious side-effects including...
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 building a better physique. Glutamine is the primary fuel of the immune system and while intense exercise is a must for building muscle and burning fat, it...
by Paul Delia | Questions & Answers
As you know, the Max-OT protocol is to perform 4 to 6 reps per set. So with this understanding, as long as you can properly execute the exercise with the amount of weight you are using, you should move up in weight when you can perform six repetitions on a consistent...
