How do you train properly? The most important thing before visiting the gym is to determine your goals and objectives that you strive to achieve. In this case, there are only two paths: shedding subcutaneous fat (losing weight) or working on increasing muscle mass. However, combining these two paths is not feasible: combining exhaustive cardio […]
Insulin plays a significant role in our body. The secretion of a large amount of this hormone (usually as a result of consuming simple carbohydrates) leads to the accumulation of excess fat. At the same time, a low insulin level results in an incessant feeling of hunger. The body itself will push a person to […]
The bench press using a straight or inclined barbell is familiar to almost anyone who has ever been to a gym. This exercise is one of the basics, the use of which provides maximum efficiency in the process of enhancing the entire muscle mass of the body. In this case, the chest muscles (receiving the […]
Spirulina is a plant from the cyanobacteria family, used as a dietary supplement. This plant is an excellent source of protein and beneficial nutrients that participate in human metabolism. It gained particular popularity in the 1970s during the era of space exploration and voyages. Specifically, scientists proposed using spirulina as a plant grown in space […]
Everyone has heard about the importance of sports supplements for aspiring athletes. Not always do guys striving to gain muscle mass know how to approach this issue. Sports nutrition for beginners I have mentioned more than once about the importance of diet, calorie content, and the correct training process for ectomorphs. This body type has […]
Bulgur wheat is one of the most ancient grain crops, which humans have been familiar with for many thousands of years. It is believed that this grain is a distant relative of the wheat we are accustomed to, which overshadowed bulgur due to its higher yield and ease of processing. The seeds of bulgur wheat […]
Is fat burned faster in the morning? There was a long-held belief that cardio done on an empty stomach is much more effective in fighting excess weight. This assertion was based on the morning blood sugar levels of the subjects: glucose levels are minimal, so the body, to function, draws energy from an athlete’s fat […]
I have mentioned before that the human body can adapt to various changes, including in the diet. We can very well exist without consuming carbohydrates, using our own fat reserves as a source of energy for survival. This process is familiar to many as ketosis, and the diet based on the principles of no-carb eating […]
Dietary supplements based on protein can be divided into three types: BCAA amino acids are most often produced in liquid form and are not as popular as other types of proteins. The reason lies in their composition and cost: it’s the same protein blend, but BCAAs are much more expensive than regular protein or mass […]
Wide-grip pull-ups are a fundamental exercise used by virtually all athletes. It’s an excellent choice for training the latissimus dorsi muscles, which create an impressive back and its beautiful inverted triangle shape. Muscles Involved Overall, this exercise can be considered one of the most effective for back muscles. Due to the wide hand positioning, the […]
