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 Delia | Questions & Answers
Testosterone is The King of Muscle-Building Hormones Serum testosterone is your total testosterone level as measured in your blood. Free testosterone is the testosterone in your blood that is not bound to sex hormone binding globulin (SHBG). It is this free...
by AST Sports Science | Questions & Answers
Glutamine is the most versatile supplement an athlete can take. It is the quintessential performance supplement with effects including immune support, growth hormone release, protein synthesis, muscle cell volumizing, and glycogen replenishment. Not to mention that...
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 Delia | Questions & Answers
You’re doing fine. Keep the fruit, but be somewhat selective of the kinds of fruit you eat. Most fruit has a relatively modest to low glycemic index (GI) and in many cases has a much lower GI than vegetables made up of complex carbohydrates. The problem with the...
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...
by Paul Cribb Ph.D. CSCS. | Questions & Answers
Due to its role in thermoregulation and fat metabolism, healthy thyroid production is vital to anyone interested in building a lean, muscular physique. People that want to shed body fat usually restrict their calorie intake which eventually induces a “metabolic...
by Paul Cribb Ph.D. CSCS. | Questions & Answers
Rotator cuff injuries are very tricky to deal with. The shoulder is the most complex joint in the body. You have to be very careful and diligent with your rehab. Peak nutritional status is extremely important for optimizing recovery from injuries but doctors very...
by Jeff Willet | Questions & Answers
Regardless of what many magazine articles may tell you, super-sets are not a very efficient method for building muscle. In fact, super-sets are extremely inefficient. The best way to stimulate muscle growth is to overload it in a 4-6 rep range, and you cannot achieve...
