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by Jacob Green, M.S., R.D., C.I.S.S.N. The fitness world might have you believe that lifting weights is all it takes to build muscle. And make no mistake, you will put on some muscle with a regular lifting routine. However, your gains might not nearly be what you expected. When the number on the...

by Andi Breitowich Macro tracking has gained a lot of popularity in recent years thanks to its simplicity and potential health perks, but if logging all your macronutrients throughout the day sounds daunting, don’t panic. When you’re looking to build muscle, maintain your weight, or simply feel...

Abduction: Movement of the straight legs, accomplished by contraction of the leg abductor muscles (the sarorius, primarily), from a fully abducted position back to one in which the legs are again pressed together. Advanced Trainee: An individual with at least one year of steady, systematic...

There are several biceps curl variants, but we believe the standing dumbbell biceps curl is the best place to start. Remember, you want your biceps to do the work - it seems basic, but it's all too easy to recruit other body parts to assist transfer the weight if your technique isn't precise...

The stability provided by the sitting cable cuff tricep extension workout is a crucial feature. You can maintain your shoulder blades locked down since you have a bench for support. This keeps your shoulders from moving and allows you to concentrate only on channeling stress into the triceps...

The hack squat encompasses the whole range of motion and knee hinge angle of the Squat. This means that the shoulders, hips, knees, and toes are all included. This serves to "oil the groove" for the conventional barbell Back Squat by putting your ability to squat as deeply as possible to the...

A super pendulum squat is a sort of workout in which you squat while swinging a weight or kettlebell in a pendulum motion. As the squat is executed, the weight is normally gripped in both hands and swung between the legs. Because it demands balance, coordination, and strength, this exercise may...

I read all the time here at musclemecca about mass. No matter what else you do you also have to eat to gain muscle mass! Eating to Gain Mass By Anthony Ellis This is usually the forgotten element of most mass programs. Food. The truth is, no one will gain muscle without food. It seems so...

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...

I want to look at caloric intake through the bulking phase. We all know that everyone is different and will vary their diets accordingly. What do you guys feel are not things that should be varied? For instance: Macros: A fair standard has always been 40/40/20. Do you guys see this as set in...

I know there are some old bastards on musclemecca bodybuilding forums. I thought this article might help some of you older bodybuilders out! Body Building for Older People By Norma Holt One rarely would think that as you age it is far more important to do some body building than when...

Today I am posting an article for you bodybuilders here on calorie shifting theory. It really isn't that complicated and it could be something you are doing already in your bodybuilding plan. Calorie Shifting Theory By Philipp S Kostin This diet has become so popular and it has taken many...

So who do you think were the top 5 bodybuilders of all time? I am posting this top 5 bodybuilding list because I am almost in complete agreement with it. It is not only a matter of opinion but also where the most successful bodybuilders of all time. Check it out and let us know if you agree or...

It seems like we are always posting the untimely deaths of very young bodybuilders over in our bodybuilding tribute forums. It is true that the most successful bodybuilders seem to give up almost everything and many die young too. It doesn't really have to be that way. You can be a bodybuilder...

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...

Use of wrong exercises is sure cause of trouble which happens as a result of more advanced levels of training regimens being followed by a beginning bodybuilder. It is clear that ambitious youthful bodybuilders happen to acquire too much in weight from a bench press as an attempt in maximizing...

Here are a few simple Ideas That Can Lead To Big Weight Loss Not being motivated can really put a damper on weight loss. That spark isn't there, or maybe you don't even know how to begin. These fitness ideas will point you in the direction of a workout that is fun for you. Listen to your...

The Importance of Exercise Performance The other day, while I was finishing my workout, two veteran trainees, about 50-plus, approached me in the gym. These guys both had decent physiques, but they were not satisfied with their upper pec development. This, of course, is an all-too common...

If you're looking for the one move that brings together everyone that has ever hit the gym, from bodybuilders to powerlifters and even complete novices, then it should be deadlifting. Being the best of all compound exercises, it's difficult for any other type of weight lifting to replace...

Would you believe it if your gym instructor said you could achieve more gains and fitness by using an economic principle? It may be hard to believe, but it is true. It's natural for humans to choose the easier way out in all their endeavors, and fortunately, the 80/20 muscle-building rule backs...