Prohormones and Explosive Muscle Growth Explained

A prohormone is a hormone precursor that is converted to the actual anabolic hormone by the body. The body does this through enzyme processes and the resulting hormone functions just as if you had taken a steroid. If you simply ingested the hormone itself this would be illegal since the end product is a steroid. The need to convert the prohormone is what differentiates them from steroids. Prohormones came onto the bodybuilding scene around 1996 and were used extensively to enhance performance in the gym. In 1998 prohormones jumped into public consciousness and have been used since then across the country. Unfortunately in 2005 the FDA banned most prohormones due to their side effects and controversial nature. Claims were made that the prohormones being sold caused sexual... Read more »

Tone Up Those Calf Muscles

The calf muscle is a pair of muscles called the soleus and the gastorcnemius, both which need a few different exercises to specifically target. The calf is an important muscle group to increase mobility, and also plays a huge role in running, jumping, and walking. In order to remain resilient and mobile, strong calf muscles are needed, and the most effective way to keep them in shape is through calf exercises. There are many different calf exercises that will target both muscle groups (gastorcnemius, soleus) of the calf. Below... Read more »

7 Things to Know About Body Building

There are certain things that you need to know about body building, before starting a daily body building regime. Few pointers are: 1. Consult your physician, if you are out of shape. 2. Begin slowly. 3. Start with the basics. 4. Be committed to your fitness program. 5. Check your weight and keep measuring yourself on a regular basis. 6. Do not start with advanced training. If you are underweight, do not overwork. You need to conserve the energy to re-build your torn muscle tissues. Eat every 3 hours. Try to eat little food until your body is adjusted to the new food diet. Below is a 6-meal diet plan, which you need to follow to start toning your body: Meal 1: 1. 4 whole eggs 2. 2 toasted slices of wheat 3. 1 banana 4. 8 oz of fat free milk Meal... Read more »

HGH to Build Muscle

A large number of HGH or Human Growth Hormones are now available in the market. They are frequently used by the body builders with an intention to accelerate the process of increasing lien muscle mass in the body. They are available in capsule, spray and injection forms for the convenience of the users. HGH has become one of the hot topics for discussion among the persons interested in bodybuilding activities. A number of people who have experimented with HGH to build muscle have responded positively to this formula. The positive response from the early users of Human Growth Hormones made it more popular and the most sought for bodybuilding... Read more »

Weight Gain Bodybuilding Diets

Many of us are under the wrong impression that body building is all about weight training and exercising. Although this is true to a large extent, bodybuilding is also about the right diet. The right diet assumes greater importance if you are particularly skinny. It is not to say that skinny people cannot take up bodybuilding. With a little bit of planning weight gain bodybuilding diets along with the right workout plan can work wonders for you. Your personal trainer is a person who can help you out with weight gain bodybuilding diets. Since they are professionals who have been in the field for a long time, they can help you plan a diet with all the essential nutrients and based on your workout program. Generally speaking those who are... Read more »

Best Legal Bodybuilding Supplements

A large number of body building supplements are now available in the market targeting the people involved in bodybuilding activities. These substances are meant to accelerate the process of muscle mass increase in human beings. While some of these products are safe to be used by all, some others are found to be adverse to the health of the user. So it is always important to select a safe and legally approved bodybuilding supplement from among the large number of muscle mass increasing aids. The components of products that a bodybuilder normally use for the purpose of increasing the lien muscle mass in the body include protein, Creatine, Glutamine and branched chain of amino acids. The other supplements... Read more »

Bicep Exercises for everyone

This is my 3rd and final installment on building bigger and better biceps. Everywhere I go I am asked how to get bigger biceps. I have written a few articles to give beginners and pros some of the tried and true bicep excercises. Let’s get started now on your bicep workout. Preacher Bench Curls: This exercise is not only great for your biceps but works those forearms at the same time. You will need a preacher bench for this one. If you don?t have it, remember this the next time you are at the gym. Sit on a preacher bench, with your upper arms resting on the pad, palms facing upwards. Have someone... Read more »

Muscle Definition - What It Is

Muscle definition is something a lot of people aren’t quite clear on. Well yes, we all know when a muscle looks well defined, but what is it that makes for muscle definition and how do you achieve it? Definition is what is often called “ripped”. You know how you can see the outline of the muscle perfectly against the skin? That is the goal of every bodybuilder and of course everyone wouldn’t mind having a bit more muscle definition themselves. Definition is what makes muscles appear larger. And in fact, you can have a bicep which is 12 inches around and it will actually look larger than a... Read more »

Steroids - Bionabol

It is actually in Bulgaria where Bionabol was produced by a company called Balkanpharma, although it is medically known as methandrostenolone. The Bionabol steroids were ceased to be produced back in 2005 although anything that is still available doesn′t expire until 2009. The reason was it’s discontinuation was due to the Bulgarian Ministry of Health who around that time decided to tighten up on steroid production. The most popular oral steroid ever taken up until present day times is dianabol, the generic name for which is methandrostenolone. Dianabol hit the market back in 1955 by an American based company called Ciba... Read more »

Sticking with Your Workout Plan

The thing all of us who are bodybuilders or fitness enthusiasts have all struggled with from time to time is motivation. It can be hard to drag yourself out of bed to get to the gym before work it can also be hard to summon up the energy to do anything other then going home and lying in an exhausted heap in front of the TV after a long day at work. However, all of us also know that working out actually gives you an energy boost and makes you feel better (and sleep better so you’re more refreshed for the next day at work). Staying with your exercise program not only benefits your physically, but mentally... Read more »