Protein is one of the macronutrients responsible for building muscle mass. There are many ways to consume protein from animal products to plant-based products, but this article is going to discuss the protein shake. What Are They? Protein shakes are a mix of a liquid, usually either water milk (depending on if you need extraContinue reading “The Uses of Protein Shakes”
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Smith Machine vs Barbell
For most who go to the gym, the barbell is the holy grain of their program. The barbell can be used in the three primary lifts; deadlifts, bench, squat, or it can even be used in abstract compound movements. Similarly to the barbell is the Smith Machine. The cousin to the squat rack. The SmithContinue reading “Smith Machine vs Barbell”
Steady-State vs Interval Training
Steady-State Cardiovascular: Think of steady-state cardio as cross country. It’s continuous. Your body stays in one state the whole time, a constant state. There isn’t a much significant difference in heartbeats per minute over the period. What are the benefits? Steady-state cardio is excellent for those trying to shed pounds or build endurance. It isContinue reading “Steady-State vs Interval Training”
The Importance of Bands
My first experience with workouts bands was in physical therapy. Let me tell you, it was horrible. The simple-looking resistance bands generated some burn in my muscles I never knew existed. Now, they are crucial to my personal quarantine workout. It is a common misconception by new beginners think that weights are more important thanContinue reading “The Importance of Bands”
Coronavirus Body
What a crazy last few weeks it’s been in the world. With everything going on, I hope everyone is practicing their social distancing and isolation. I’ve been at home bored out of my mind, like plenty of people with nowhere to go. Bars are closed, restaurants are closed, and no sports on the TV thereContinue reading “Coronavirus Body”
Nutrition
Last week’s blog I talked about the three macronutrients and the importance of them on the body. Touching basis off of that, the goal for this week’s blog is to educate that you are more than able to supply your body what it needs without a meal plan and on college budget. One of theContinue reading “Nutrition”
Macronutrients
Are you trying to get bigger? Trying to get that six pack that you have always wanted? Or are you trying to train to become a better athlete? The gym is a good place to start, however the food that you eat is as important if not more important than the gym alone. Think ofContinue reading “Macronutrients”
Motivation and Routines
Finding Motivation in College: We’ve all been there. From lying in bed in the morning thinking “can I skip this class and be fine?”, to wondering if the gym can wait a day because you don’t have the energy to go. For me this hits about half way through the semester. Once I start gettingContinue reading “Motivation and Routines”
My First Blog Post
Be yourself; Everyone else is already taken. — Oscar Wilde. This is the first post on my new blog. I’m just getting this new blog going, so stay tuned for more. Subscribe below to get notified when I post new updates.
Introduce Yourself (Example Post)
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