| 411 | Exercise The Right Way - The Lying Triceps Extension Preview: Other articles in this series looked at a number of exercises, mainly from the perspective of developing a comprehensive muscle building program. Sometimes we take things for granted, especially when it comes to performing the basic exercises that constitute the core of most bodybuilders' training regimes. It is useful, therefore, to describe in ... (more) Published By: Rick Mitchell Submitted: 21 November,2004 |
| 412 | Exercise The Right Way - The Flat Dumbbell Fly Preview: Other articles in this series looked at a number of exercises, mainly from the perspective of developing a comprehensive muscle building program. Sometimes we take things for granted, especially when it comes to performing the basic exercises that constitute the core of most bodybuilders' training regimes. It is useful, therefore, to describe in ... (more) Published By: Rick Mitchell Submitted: 21 November,2004 |
| 413 | Exercise The Right Way - The Vertical Chest Press Preview: Other articles in this series looked at a number of exercises, mainly from the perspective of developing a comprehensive muscle building program. Sometimes we take things for granted, especially when it comes to performing the basic exercises that constitute the core of most bodybuilders' training regimes. It is useful, therefore, to describe in ... (more) Published By: Rick Mitchell Submitted: 21 November,2004 |
| 414 | Exercise The Right Way - The Wrist Curl Preview: Other articles in this series looked at a number of exercises, mainly from the perspective of developing a comprehensive muscle building program. Sometimes we take things for granted, especially when it comes to performing the basic exercises that constitute the core of most bodybuilders' training regimes. It is useful, therefore, to describe in ... (more) Published By: Rick Mitchell Submitted: 21 November,2004 |
| 415 | Exercise The Right Way - The Back Squat Preview: Other articles in this series looked at a number of exercises, mainly from the perspective of developing a comprehensive muscle building program. Sometimes we take things for granted, especially when it comes to performing the basic exercises that constitute the core of most bodybuilders' training regimes. It is useful, therefore, to describe in ... (more) Published By: Rick Mitchell Submitted: 21 November,2004 |
| 416 | Exercise The Right Way - The Triceps Pushdown Preview: Other articles in this series looked at a number of exercises, mainly from the perspective of developing a comprehensive muscle building program. Sometimes we take things for granted, especially when it comes to performing the basic exercises that constitute the core of most bodybuilders' training regimes. It is useful, therefore, to describe in ... (more) Published By: Rick Mitchell Submitted: 21 November,2004 |
| 417 | Exercise The Right Way - The Deadlift Preview: Other articles in this series looked at a number of exercises, mainly from the perspective of developing a comprehensive muscle building program. Sometimes we take things for granted, especially when it comes to performing the basic exercises that constitute the core of most bodybuilders' training regimes. It is useful, therefore, to describe in ... (more) Published By: Rick Mitchell Submitted: 21 November,2004 |
| 418 | Exercise The Right Way - The Machine Shoulder Press Preview: Other articles in this series looked at a number of exercises, mainly from the perspective of developing a comprehensive muscle building program. Sometimes we take things for granted, especially when it comes to performing the basic exercises that constitute the core of most bodybuilders' training regimes. It is useful, therefore, to describe in ... (more) Published By: Rick Mitchell Submitted: 21 November,2004 |
| 419 | What Causes Muscle Growth? Preview: In order for muscles to grow, three things are required: 1. Stimulus - exercise is needed to make the muscles work, use energy and cause microscopic damage to the fibers. 2. Nutrition - after intense exercise the muscles need to replenish their stores of fuel. 3. Rest - it is during the rest or recovery phase that the muscles repair the microsc... (more) Published By: Rick Mitchell Submitted: 21 November,2004 |
| 420 | The Importance Of Sets In Your Muscle Building Program Preview: In an earlier article we looked at how repetitions contribute to the muscle building process, but is the position regarding sets just as clear cut? Unfortunately, the answer to this is no as some experts feel one set to failure is sufficient, whereas others argue that multiple sets are needed to ensure maximum muscle gains. Research to date sugge... (more) Published By: Rick Mitchell Submitted: 21 November,2004 |
| 421 | How Long Should You Rest Between Muscle Building Sessions? Preview: In an earlier article we concluded that muscles must be worked to failure if an adequate hypertrophic response is to occur. Whether this involves one or more sets is irrelevant as in either scenario the muscles must be worked to failure and beyond. This causes significant microscopic damage to the muscle tissues and it is during the period of reco... (more) Published By: Rick Mitchell Submitted: 21 November,2004 |
| 422 | The Role Of Repetitions In Your Muscle Building Program Preview: Repetitions are the basic building blocks of any strength or muscle building program but it is something that many lifters take for granted. How often do you see people at the gym speed through their reps, breathe haphazardly or fail to complete each rep correctly from a technical perspective? There is much more to the simple rep than meets the ey... (more) Published By: Rick Mitchell Submitted: 21 November,2004 |
| 423 | Increase Your Training Intensity - Pre-Exhaustion Preview: You can only build muscle tissue if you can generate progressively stronger muscular contractions, so this calls for an emphasis on finding ways to increase exercise intensity. This should not be confused with exercise duration as maximum training intensity will actually shorten the time needed to achieve maximal muscular growth. In an earlier ar... (more) Published By: Rick Mitchell Submitted: 21 November,2004 |
| 424 | Increase Your Training Intensity - Negative Repetitions Preview: You can only build muscle tissue if you can generate progressively stronger muscular contractions, so this calls for an emphasis on finding ways to increase exercise intensity. This should not be confused with exercise duration as maximum training intensity will actually shorten the time needed to achieve maximal muscular growth. In an earlier ar... (more) Published By: Rick Mitchell Submitted: 21 November,2004 |
| 425 | Increase Your Training Intensity - Partial Repetitions Preview: You can only build muscle tissue if you can generate progressively stronger muscular contractions, so this calls for an emphasis on finding ways to increase exercise intensity. This should not be confused with exercise duration as maximum training intensity will actually shorten the time needed to achieve maximal muscular growth. In an earlier ar... (more) Published By: Rick Mitchell Submitted: 21 November,2004 |
| 426 | Increase Your Training Intensity - Forced Repetitions Preview: You can only build muscle tissue if you can generate progressively stronger muscular contractions, so this calls for an emphasis on finding ways to increase exercise intensity. This should not be confused with exercise duration as maximum training intensity will actually shorten the time needed to achieve maximal muscular growth. In an earlier ar... (more) Published By: Rick Mitchell Submitted: 21 November,2004 |
| 427 | The Health Risks Associated With The Use Of Anabolic Steroids Preview: Anabolic steroids are classed as illegal drugs and are banned by most legitimate sports organizations. There can be no disputing the fact that testosterone boosts the development of muscle mass and aids sporting performance. Equally there is no doubt that its use can adversely affect the health and wellbeing of users. The androgenic properties of... (more) Published By: Rick Mitchell Submitted: 21 November,2004 |
| 428 | Know Your Muscles - The Lower Body Preview: Becoming familiar with the muscles that make up your body has more benefits than simply allowing you to talk shop with your training partners. The more familiar you are with the muscles you're working, the better you'll be able to judge what's needed to make improvements. In this article we'll get to know the muscles that make up the lower body. ... (more) Published By: Rick Mitchell Submitted: 21 November,2004 |
| 429 | Know Your Muscles - The Shoulders And Arms Preview: Becoming familiar with the muscles that make up your body has more benefits than simply allowing you to talk shop with your training partners. The more familiar you are with the muscles you're working, the better you'll be able to judge what's needed to make improvements. In this article we'll get to know the muscles that make up the shoulders and... (more) Published By: Rick Mitchell Submitted: 21 November,2004 |
| 430 | Know Your Muscles - The Chest And Upper Back Preview: Becoming familiar with the muscles that make up your body has more benefits than simply allowing you to talk shop with your training partners. The more familiar you are with the muscles you're working, the better you'll be able to judge what's needed to make improvements. In this article we'll get to know the muscles that make up the chest and upp... (more) Published By: Rick Mitchell Submitted: 21 November,2004 |