by Dana Bushell | Articles, Training
“It’s not the size of the dog in the fight but the size of the fight in the dog.” –Mark Twain. For so many of us dedicated warriors of iron out there, the innate desire to be bigger and stronger is the driving force behind our efforts in and out of the gym. Born out...
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 Jeff Willet | Questions & Answers, Training
It is important to understand that high reps with light weights does not equal more definition. Increasing your definition is the result of reducing your body fat and that is accomplished by paying close attention to your diet and incorporating cardiovascular...
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 Skip La Cour | Questions & Answers
More than likely you are getting results and you have not hit a plateau. Stop and think about your situation for a moment. Can your progress ever really stop if you are consistently putting forth your best effort? If you are training with any type of regularity and...
by AST Sports Science | Articles, Research, Supplements
Uncovering research that has a direct impact on muscle growth, fat loss, and performance enhancement is exciting, to say the least. Now get this, research shows an 8-gram dose of glutamine directly after exercise promotes the same glycogen storage effect as consuming...
by AST Sports Science | Questions & Answers, Supplements
Absolutely! Don’t be fooled into thinking that because you eat well, you are getting all the vitamins and minerals your body needs for optimum performance. And just because you eat well doesn’t mean you are even meeting the vitamin and mineral requirements...
by Paul Delia | Questions & Answers, Supplements
What is the best way to take BETA-X? The research to date suggests that a Tissue Saturation Phase is required and this should be followed by a lower-dose Muscle Tissue Support Phase. The Tissue Saturation Phase loads your muscles to promote higher carnosine...
by AST Sports Science | Articles
Since 1935, researchers have recognized that the restriction of calorie intake can significantly broaden the lifespan of insects, animals, and even humans. But how can fewer calories increase the lifespan? The reason behind calorie restriction’s ability to influence...
