BCAA – Branched Chain Amino Acids Amino acids are the building blocks of protein as protein is the building block of muscle. BCAA are three specific amino acids: Leucine, Valine and Isoleucine. They are called “branched chain” because their molecular structure is in a form of chain with branches. They belong in the group of…
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Creatine is a natural compound processed in the body which helps create more muscle energy. It is made by combining certain amino acids, meaning it is a derivative of those amino acids. The body by itself produces around 1-2 grams of creatine daily. One of those amino acids is found only in meat and fish,…
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If you’ve noticed, most labels don’t state that the beef protein powder comes from beef meat. Because most beef protein powders don’t come from meat. Beef is the general term for the cattle group of animals such as cow, bull, and their young. The majority of beef protein powders are derived mainly from remains such…
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Protein powders are a necessary supplement for your bodybuilding needs or any kind of muscle-building activity. Protein builds, maintains, and recovers the body. It comes from the Greek word protos which means “first, most important”. The needed intake is from 1-2.5 grams of protein per kilogram of body weight depending on multiple factors. This pertains to…
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Definitions of fats in the dictionary contain the idea that they are used to store energy and keep the body warm. Every definition of carbohydrates contains the idea that they are used for energy. This is not wholly true. It has been made to be so. Fats can be used as raw materials for energy.…
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It is necessary to take vitamins and minerals. If we want our hormones to function with full force, to increase the benefits of nutrition, sleeping and training for muscle growth or losing that excess body fat – vitamins and minerals are irreplaceable. Not to mention their overall effect on physical and mental health. Many recommend…
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Healthy Food and Proper Nutrition Are Not the Same Thing Working out and eating healthy food, does not mean growth of muscle mass or loss of excess body fat. When we say proper nutrition in regards to weight training, muscle mass building, burning extra fat – we don’t mean healthy food. Many people think that…
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The keto diet is the most beneficial way of dieting for building muscle mass and getting rid of the excess body fat. Mainly it consists of minimal carbohydrate intake, moderate amounts of protein and high fat. And surely in order to build more muscle mass you need proper weight training. The ketogenic diet enables you…
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Most people consider that they need to work out until they’ve spent their energy. The feeling of energy is not a sign that there is more of the workout. The feeling of strength or energy during the workout is not a measure for the length of the workout. The feeling of strength or energy during…
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With sprints you burn fat several times more than with prolonged jogging or cardio. However, their purpose is not only to lose the extra body fat. Sprinting triggers hormonal response equal to 45 minutes intensive workout with heavy weights. Prolonged and frequent running or jogging is the most “popular” way to lose weight. It is…
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