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Science Update
How many sets, how many reps, which exercises? How much protein, which supplements and what’s your take on carbohydrates? Training, Nutrition and Supplementation are probably the most common topics physique athletes are talking about. But when was the last time you heard someone talk about his or her ‘regeneration regimen’? Especially among semi-professional athletes the notion that you can out-train your regenerative capacity is still receiving way too little attention.
Tapering, a Viable Strategy to Keep Gaining Strength and Give Your Body Time to Recuperate...
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I witness poor or incorrect form being practiced in the gym and ultimately this will lead to those people having a weak core. But what is the core? It is comprised of the muscles that provide core stability. These are the muscles that link the abdominal region, to the shoulder girdle, and also the pelvic region.
Different experts include different muscles in relation to the core but in general the muscles of the core run the length of the trunk and torso. The following list includes the most commonly identified core muscles as well as the lesser known groups.
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the grand scheme of developing the perfect chest, abs, legs or butt and all the MACRO stuff we’ve been taught it takes to do that – the nutrition, the workouts, the rest and recovery and even the overall mind-set - there is one quantum component that is often underestimated or overlooked.
This quantum component is the smallest part of something larger and that larger component along with other larger components makes up an even larger part of your overall effort.
The quality of this simple micro component when linked together with other micro components of its kind may have the single most profound impact on your ability to create the physique you want. Curious to know what this Vital Quantum Component is?
One of 
the questions I frequently hear asked is whether or not I “like” compound exercises. That’s a very broad question; it’s like asking if I like beverages. It depends on the exercise. Some I like, and some I don’t. But let me be clear - this particular discussion is specifically for the purpose of building the physique. It’s not for those who use resistance training as preparation for a particular sport, and it’s not for those whose goal it is to lift the maximum amount of weight. It’s for those who want to maximally develop the physique with the least amount of wasted effort, and the least amount of unnecessary risk of injury.
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hope you all are having a great year so far as we move into the summer months! I know everyone is always looking for new workouts, training styles, etc. and I recently introduced my “Blast Training System” on my website, www.HughesFIT.com. Since it’s release many have adapted the training system into their training regimen with great results!
As I said last month, I will be bringing a fresh, new “Blast” workout here, exclusively for MensPhysique.com readers/followers. Last month, I introduced you all to a Push/Pull style workout, “Swollen,” which many of you tweeted, emailed and posted that you enjoyed. This month, I am bringing you all a brand new Chest Blast workout entitled “Levels.” Just in time for summer!
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remember back in the good old days when I…” It’s what I used to hear in the gym when I was in my 20’s, from the older guys. Back in the day, when I was in my prime, listening to the older guys speak about what they used to do was becoming a broken record. I thought to myself if they want to they can still lift heavy why not, right? I would lift a ton just to prove to myself that I could and felt as if people in the gym were watching me. I did grow from a measly 118lbs to a little over 200lbs in a few summers from lifting heavy. I got into the mindset that lifting heavy was the only way to grow. I was lifting heavy and eating big. Since I lived 2 blocks from Gold’s Gym in Pasadena, I was able to lift anytime day or night. I even wore wraps on my elbow and knees to get those weights up! Now I’m in my late 30’s and sometimes the beast from my prime wants to come out and lift like that again; but, my body is just not as responsive.
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have been helping individuals reach their health goals for about 10 years. I have always had a passion for helping others succeed. It wasn’t till a few years ago that I decided to make a career out of helping people by creating Staggs Fitness. My main focus when I started the company was to coach competitors and your everyday average person who was trying to look and feel their best. I do some personal training, but found I could help the most people by focusing on their wellness and everything that happens outside the gym. Since starting Staggs Fitness back in 2009, I have helped hundreds reach their health goal or compete on stage. What I have found in the last 3 years is that everyone seems to think they can be a coach and help people reach their health goals. I have had the unfortunate experience of having people come to me after breaking off their relationship with their coach due to bad advice or not being compatible. I have seen competitors step on stage with no clue what to do, or even knowing they are not ready. I have seen individuals with metabolic damage. I have seen injuries caused by ridiculous exercises or individuals pushing themselves too hard. I’ve seen posing on stage that is nowhere near what it is suppose to look like. I have seen overall trophies lost due to bad coaches. Bottom line not all coaches are created equal and to be blunt some should not even be coaches! Here is what to look for when interviewing a coach to help you achieve your goals on and off stage...
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everyone knows that the exercise known as “side-bends” is meant for working the sides of the waist, also known as the external obliques or “love handles”. The term “love handles”, however, is generally used when someone has too much fat in that area. But whether one’s goal is to lose that fat, or simply to create definition in that area, the first exercise that comes to mind is usually “side-bends”.
However, there is quite a bit of misunderstanding regarding exactly what that area is comprised of, what can realistically be done to change it, and even how to do a “side-bend” correctly.
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