Bodybuilding News – June 16, 2009
June 17, 2009 by Bodybuilding Blog
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Keep up to date with the latest bodybuilding news from The Bodybuilding Blog.
- What Is Cellulite And What Causes It? The Ugly Fat All Women Dread!
- Tiffany Forni’s 2009 NPC Oregon State Championships Contest Prep, Part 3!
- Rookie Pro Stan McQuay Discusses Debut And Success As A Celebrity Trainer!
- How Can One Strengthen Stabilizer Muscles?
June 16, 2009
- Cellulite especially affects women above 35 years and progressively worsens… The best way to reduce the amount of cellulite is to decrease excess body fat, eat fewer calories and exercise more. Check out these great tips & recipes. (Written by Danijela Crevar and supplied by Bodybuilding.com)
June 16, 2009
- My size eights are feeling a bit loose now and I’m seeing more and more definition in my midsection. I am now seeing changes every day. Here’s the latest on diet, training, and everything in between at 8 weeks out. (Written by Tiffany Forni and supplied by Bodybuilding.com)
June 16, 2009
- I spoke to Stan recently and he gave me some insights into how he trains his many celebrity clients, men like 50 Cent and Dr. Dre, and how he builds his one-of-a-kind physique. Here’s part one of this two part series. (Written by David Robson and supplied by Bodybuilding.com)
June 16, 2009
- How can one strengthen stabilizer muscles? Here are some great tips, methods and a sample workout that emphasize the importance and benefit of these muscles. Everyone can benefit from this training. (Written by Megapron, soundcheck129, History In Effect, mrkdrt and supplied by Bodybuilding.com)
Where To Buy Bodybuilding Supplements
June 15, 2009 by Bodybuilding Blog
Filed under Bodybuilding Supplements
There are numerous places to buy bodybuilding supplements both online and offline but some just happen to be better than others.
Here are my favorites based on personal use and comments received over the years from people I trust.
My first choice has to be Bodybuilding.com partly because of the huge range of products on offer but also due to their low prices, special offers, customer service and fast delivery. Add to this the expert guidance available on-site on everything from bodybuilding supplements to training routines and you’ll probably agree they deliver just about everything a serious bodybuilder could need.
Anyone based in the United Kingdom should consider buying bodybuilding supplements from Maximuscle. This company manufactures its own range of products which it sells through its online store and locations throughout the country. Although Maximuscle’s products are somewhat more expensive than competitor brands they have been commended for their quality and, crucially for tested athletes, all Maximuscle products are batch-tested by an independent lab for impurities.
At the end of the day where you buy bodybuilding supplements is down to your personal preference but it’s important to remember one thing – get the basics of your bodybuilding right first (including nutrition, training and rest) before seeking extra help through supplementation.
Bodybuilding News – June 14, 2009
June 15, 2009 by Bodybuilding Blog
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Keep up to date with the latest bodybuilding news from The Bodybuilding Blog.
- Bodybuilding FAQ – To Train or Not To Train When You Are Feeling Tired?
- Canadian Bill C-51: 3 Potential Problems For Natural Health Products!
- Whey Protein Product Review: Higher Power Whey A Great Value!
- Marc Lobliner’s Gold’s Classic Contest Prep & Lifestyle Juggling Act: 4 Weeks Out!
- Gaining Muscle After 40: A Complete Beginner’s Guide!
- Unleashing Your Power From Within To Create An Unstoppable Mindset!
- Peak Pyramid Training, Episode #3: Shoulders Day!
- Quick Bodybuilding Tip: Deceptive Food Labels and Claims
June 14, 2009
- Should you perform your bodybuilding training or not when you are feeling tired? Many times when you are tired it is hard to motivate yourself to perform a tough bodybuilding.(Written by Hugo Rivera and supplied by About.com)
June 14, 2009
- Bill C-51 has been on the government’s agenda recently. This has made me a little miffed with my government. No, scrap that. I’m downright mad. Essentially, there are three things Bill C-51 will do. (Written by Jaime Filer and supplied by Bodybuilding.com)
June 14, 2009
- In the spirit of trying as many different brand names and flavors of protein powder that I can get my hands on, I decided to give Higher Power’s 100% Whey Power a chance. Here’s what several others had to say as well. (Written by Matt Canning and supplied by Bodybuilding.com)
June 14, 2009
- For the Gold’s Classic, I will bring it as a middleweight at 175 pounds and even better conditioning! So today, the prep begins all over! I am very excited about what I will bring to the stage! (Written by Marc Lobliner and supplied by Bodybuilding.com)
June 14, 2009
- Is it possible for me to regain the body I once had and put on some muscle at my age? You can, but you will have to take a different approach. Here’s a complete training program for a better over-40 physique. (Written by Alex Stewart and supplied by Bodybuilding.com)
June 14, 2009
- Getting into the right mindset will transform your body. One step is to start creating clear-cut, well defined goals. Here is a look at how strong the mind really is and criteria for five fitness goals to accomplish in the next 16 weeks. (Written by Stewart Schaefer and supplied by Bodybuilding.com)
June 14, 2009
- Try out the new adaptive Peak Pyramid Training program from Scivation’s Marc Lobliner and Derek Charlebois – 5 sets of decreasing reps on 4 exercises per body part to accompany their Cut Diet. (Written by Marc Lobliner and supplied by Bodybuilding.com)
June 14, 2009
- As I was walking through the supermarket the other day I was looking at a lot of food items with labels that contained claims like: zero sugar, zero fat, low… (Written by Hugo Rivera and supplied by About.com)
Trapezius Exercise – Upright Cable Row
June 11, 2009 by Bodybuilding Blog
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In this post you’ll learn the correct way to complete the upright cable row exercise for the traps or trapezius.
Exercise Details
- Main Muscle Worked: Traps (Trapezius)
- Other Muscles Worked: Shoulders
- Equipment Needed: Cable
- Exercise Type: Compound
Starting Position:
Standing upright, grasp a straight bar connected to a cable machine with your hands about shoulder width apart.
Let the bar hang straight down in front of you.
Keep your body and wrists straight.
Pull the bar straight up towards your chin, keeping it close to your body.
Concentrate on either pulling with your traps or the front of your shoulders, depending on what you want to work most.
Finishing Position:
Lower slowly to the starting position.
Don’t cheat by leaning forward or backward.
Don’t swing!
Watch Upright Cable Row Exercise On Video:
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Trapezius Exercise – Upright Barbell Row
June 11, 2009 by Bodybuilding Blog
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In this post you’ll learn the correct way to complete the upright barbell row exercise for the traps or trapezius.
Exercise Details
- Main Muscle Worked: Traps (Trapezius)
- Other Muscles Worked: Biceps, Shoulders
- Equipment Needed: Barbell
- Exercise Type: Compound
Starting Position:
Standing upright, grasp a barbell with your hands about shoulder width apart.
Let the bar hang straight down in front of you.
Keep your body and wrists straight.
Pull the bar straight up towards your chin, keeping it close to your body.
Concentrate on either pulling with your traps or the front of your shoulders, depending on what you want to work most.
Finishing Position:
Lower slowly to the starting position.
Don’t cheat by leaning forward or backward.
Don’t swing!
Watch Upright Barbell Row Exercise On Video:
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