protein

Eating is a very pleasurable thing for most of us, but for bodybuilders - it's their JOB! Nobody enjoys tossing down 12 or 18 egg whites for breakfast, let's be honest. Nobody enjoys the taste of chicken off the Foreman grill, by the pound. And how many whey shakes can we toss down each day...

Protein Balance- and why it matters. This actually quite basic information which every bodybuilder should know. - The maintenance of skeletal muscle tissue is predicated on the dynamic balance of muscle protein synthesis and protein breakdown. The human body is in a constant state of protein...

What do I eat before and after a workout? It is a question that every fitness lover has in mind when they are just starting out in their fitness journey. Before one hits the gym for a workout, their body requires an anabolic state. Anabolic state allows the body to keep the muscles already...

A recent review and meta-analysis investigating protein intake conclude that consuming the recommended daily allowance is fine for most people, most of the time. However, more protein is not necessarily beneficial. Share on PinterestProtein supplements are increasingly popular. Many of us...

There are many practices in bodybuilding nutrition that have no scientific backing and can be detrimental to your health. These diets are based on what athletes eat during their dieting phase. But there are no similar recommendations for the bodybuilding off-season. During this time...

Bodybuilding might sound daunting to some of us. But it’s just a simple workout plan with small tips that optimize your efforts, so today, let’s talk about the two things to include in your diet to get the best possible bodybuilding results, fish, and meat! Lean fish! Fish is the best option...

ou can gain muscle mass by eating, lifting weights, and sleeping. That's basically what most people do, and they gain more muscles. However, some people find it challenging to put on muscle mass despite how hard they lift weights. The problem is their nutrition; they have no nutrition plan, and...

I think here is more Carb Cycling information here at musclemecca bodybuilding but I found this helpful. Carb cycling and fat burning is over looked by too many bodybuilders. If you really want to be ripped like Lou Ferrigno than do carb cycling! How To Turn Your Body Into A Fat Burning...

That's right! If you are a bodybuilder than do not skip out on amino acids! Many bodybuilders totally ignore amino acids. Don't do it! Reasons You Need Amino Acids in Your Bodybuilding Stack By Brendon I Boid They may be present in your favorite protein powders and are found in most of the...

Part IV Bob Kennedy Gets Interested In Enzymes As I went on about enzymes, and the effects of enzyme deficient diets Bob asked, "Wade, don't you get your enzymes from fruits like pineapples and papayas." "Great point Bob, and for many years that was true but most of these foods have been...

You get in the gym, you kick butt in there, and then you get out of there. The schedule can be tough and your life can be busy, but you always manage to find the time and energy to make it to the gym your 4 or 5 days each week to get the job done. Training is only part of the battle, as you...

Fitness experts experience the same problems that we all experience during the holidays. You know the problem during the holidays and other busy times when your routine is almost impossible to follow. That’s why we reached out to these seven fitness experts to get them to share their favorite...

Are you one of those old school gym rats who believe heavy and low 6-10 rep resistance training the best stimulus for muscle growth? If so, you’re not alone. Many of us (yours truly included, so I’m not pointing any fingers) believe that the best stimulus for muscle growth is heavy lifting in...

Nutrition and Supplementation The importance of food and a solid eating plan or approach can’t be understated. Hard training much be backed by quality nutrition and proper intake. Without the proper nutrients or calories, you will limit your body’s ability to repair and strength muscle and...

Your body has to balance between creating and breaking down muscle tissue. When you eat protein and weight train, your body produces new proteins. When you rest and digest your food, your body breaks down and removes damaged proteins. The overall ratio of this daily cycle determines your overall...

It's a damn shame that, amid all the hype surrounding so-called superfoods, lentils are often upstaged by foods that promise the world, but come and go like the weather (anyone remember spirulina?). These age-old, wonder-working legumes are the real deal. If you want to stay on top of your...

Many vegetarians often struggle to find dishes that are both healthy and flavorful. When you have your sights set on hitting your macros without the incorporation of meat, it is essential to ensure you are still getting a complete source of protein. When foraging for vegetarian meals, look for...

Evan Centopani Getting started in any endeavor is often the hardest part. This certainly holds true for new bodybuilders taking their first stab at meal planning. When you first begin training, it becomes apparent almost immediately that you'll need to eat well to sustain your energy and reach...

Many of the things I have to say about nutrition and fitness are unconventional. They fly in the face of long-standing traditions. They diverge from what most people think of as common knowledge. But much of what passes for conventional wisdom is nothing more than bro-science. There just isn't a...

Weight loss is a funny subject. The idea of just eating less is simple, yet we crave instant gratification and tend to overcomplicate things, a situation not conducive to efficient fat loss that sticks around. You can get all kinds of "how to" information from the internet, magazines, and social...