by Paul C. Henning, Ph.D. CSCS | Research
Aging is a process that alters our physiology in ways such as decreasing the secretion of anabolic hormones, e.g., growth hormone and insulin-like growth factor (IGF-1) [1]. Also, aging changes body composition, including a progressive increase in body fat,...
by Jeff Willet | Articles, Training
A Perfect Workout Starts With a Perfect Warm-up Every aspect of Max-OT training works synergistically, making it the most effective training approach for building maximum muscle. To get the greatest results, it is important that you understand and execute all the...
by Paul C. Henning, Ph.D. CSCS | Research
There is little research available regarding the influence of performing aerobic exercise combined with strength training on the acute response of testosterone and cortisol. Conducting both aerobic and strength training together can generate a higher metabolic demand,...
by Dana Bushell | Articles
We push ourselves every day to be bigger, stronger and faster. We push past our limits in our attempt to build the physique we’ve always dreamed of having. We push so hard sometimes that our bodies decide to fight back, and that fight comes in the form of an injury....
by Dana Bushell | Articles
Clean Bulk, Dirty Bulk or a Hybrid of Both Large amounts of nutrient-rich foods strategically eaten throughout the day are what it takes to grow. Clean sources of carbohydrates such as yams, oatmeal, and rice coupled with the leanest cuts of poultry, red meats, and...
by Dana Bushell | Articles, Training
#Beast mode, #killed it, #crushed the iron and #goHAM are all tags which can be readily seen on many of the social media pages of those determined to prove they are hardcore lifters. While the enthusiasm is very much appreciated and the thought that there are plenty...
by Paul C. Henning, Ph.D. CSCS | Research
It is very common for eccentric exercise to elicit muscle damage and soreness in the days following a high-intensity exercise session. The damaged skeletal muscle fibers that result from the exercise create a prolonged and complex interaction between protein synthesis...
