Fitness 
was always something I loved and really excelled at. I grew up a three sport athlete, so being physical was what I lived to do. Being a professional baseball player was my only option as a young man. After having a couple major arm surgeries my dream was gone, needless to say I was crushed! Fast forward years later and the love to compete physically was still imbedded in me, so I searched….then I found the fitness industry.
That
age old question, which is better – BCAA’s or Essential Amino Acids? There are a lot of supplements on the market which are classed as Branched Chain Amino Acids but there is also many supplements classified as Essential Amino Acids, but which one is worth buying?
BCAA’s: Branched-Chain Amino Acids (BCAA’s) are comprised of essential amino acids (specifically, valine, leucine and isoleucine). BCAA’s are needed for the maintenance of muscle tissue and preserve muscle glycogen stores and even may even help to prevent muscle protein breakdown during exercise.
Why 
do I compete if it’s not to “WIN” or turn PRO?
The way I live my life is my statement to the world, representing by living values, beliefs, and aspirations. I’m defined by three core values FAMILY, COUNTRY & HONOR.
Many things are within control, and some things are out of my control. Knowing the difference gives two options: Surrender or die trying.
One and a half months out from the Governor’s Cup my knee gives way during a lateral movement. An MRI and Ultra Sound Reveals a meniscus tear and ACL Tear.
With
us today is MP Competitor Patrick Mahoney. Congrats on a great showing! What made you decide to compete in the Men’s Physique Division?
I have always been interested in Physique sports and had always been interested in competing. When they started the Men's Physique Division I knew it was the perfect opportunity for me.
Can you tell us a little about the show in which you most recently competed?
The last show I competed in was the 2012 Kentucky Muscle held in November. It was a great show with 35 Men’s Physique Competitors. It gave me the opportunity to compete against a larger field of competitors.
Men’s
Physique competitors are really a hybrid between a Bodybuilder and more “traditional” athlete. One of the things that distinguishes all great athletes who perform with their feet on the ground (as opposed to an athlete such as a cyclist who creates movement from a fixed position) is the ability to move in multiple planes of motion.
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new proteins appearing on the market, it is important to know a few facts about each. Nutrition is 70% of the game of when it comes to building a top notch physique so here is a brief rundown of some of the leading proteins on the market. First we take a look at bioavailbility, the measure by which the body is able to absorb and utilize protein once it is absorbed, as well as a few benefits and concerns of each.
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