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While weight loss may be a goal for many, some people are after the opposite, to gain some weight!

Estrogen plays a huge role in body composition. Too much & you'll gain unwanted fat. Not enough & your bones will become brittle. So how do you optimize? When it comes to achieving the body of your dreams, estrogen typically is not high on the list of things to look at. However, what is not known by many folks is the way estrogen can make or break your physique. Intrigued? You should be. By optimizing your estrogen levels as a man, and keeping your testosterone to estrogen1 level ratio in check, you can have your gains and eat it too! If you’ve tried increasing your testosterone naturally, but still feel underwhelmed, then estrogen deserves a serious look. Ready to meet your feminine side? Yeah, we thought so too!

Whether for religious reasons or not, fasting has many benefits, and weight loss is one of them. If you are looking for a fad diet plan that will help you lose weight real quick, water fasting is the best way to go about it. You can lose up to 14 pounds (6 Kgs) in just 10 days. This is a short-term weight-loss diet plan and can be harmful if you extend it for more than 10 days. The concept of water fasting has been prevalent since ancient times when human beings did not know how to hunt or grow crops. Water was one of the primary energy providers and health tonics for human beings back then. Humans can stay alive and fit for days on just water. Applying the same philosophy today, water fasting not only helps you to lose weight but also improves your health in numerous ways. To get the best advice on how to start water fasting and how to break your fast, read on.

Magnesium is crucial for your health on so many levels. Learn all the major foods that contain the mineral & why you should begin supplementing it! While magnesium is best known as a relaxing ingredient in the popular nighttime supplement ZMA, the benefits of magnesium are extremely impressive and extend far beyond sleep alone. In this article you will learn everything about this key mineral and how regular supplementation can advance your health and even your physique, one step further.

Ready to hear the dirty little secret no one tells you about how to lose stomach fat? The secret is — you can’t. At least, not the way that you think. Studies show that blasting your abs with tons of crunches won’t trim your belly fat, just like doing curls won’t give you tighter arms and squats won’t give you leaner legs.[1] Spot reducing fat, or picking and choosing where you’d like to lose fat on your body, is a complete and utter myth. The only way to get a leaner midsection is to shed fat from your entire body. To do this, you’ll need the right combination of diet strategy and exercise — something you can stick to long enough for your body to start tapping into the fat stores in your belly. There are as many approaches to losing weight as there are people on this planet, but no matter who you are, here are 10 diet hacks to keep you on track as you lean down in your quest for a flat stomach.

Having a hard time going to the gym? Fear no more! In this article, we’ll be breaking down 10 in home lower body workouts anyone can try at home and their exercises. No gear needed for these workouts, just some space and a cup water waiting for your disposal. There’re 3 main parts in this article: If you’re familiar with the basic lower body exercises, just get into the first section 10 Lower Body Workouts That Can Be Done Anywhere right away. If you want more guidance on the basics, check out the second section Lower Body Exercises Breakdown. And the last section is about what you should do before and after working out.

It's likely you've already watched my videos on why you shouldn't spend your hard-earned money on supplements that use proprietary blends, and you may have read some of my other articles on it already. But I can't express enough just how silly it is to take a supplement when you have no idea how much of each ingredient is included in it. So I'll continue to break it down for you.

If you are worried about specific nutrients in your diet or think you are not getting enough, there are some basic steps you can take to make sure you are getting enough nutrition everyday! What is the best and most affordable alternative to buying expensive supplements or multi-vitamins? Healthy food! Fresh vegetables, fruits, legumes and whole grains supply the most effectively utilized nutrients that your body needs to stay healthy, improve performance and build tissue. Most supplements companies are trying to sell you expensive diet pills, performance enhancers or supplements that are often ineffective, expensive, not meeting quality standards or providing any of the nutrients or claims listed on their labels.

So you’re skinny. If this were an RPG, you’d be an elf. If this was Maniac Mansion, you’d definitely be Bernard. In the fitness world you’re called a “hardgainer.” You weigh 125 lbs., you eat whatever you want, and you still can’t gain weight. You’re ready to bulk up, build some muscle, and get strong like a mofo…but you have no freaking cue what you’re doing. Luckily, you’ve found this site, and I’m here to help. I used to be a skinny guy too. And it wasn’t that long ago! I’ve spent the past 15 years struggling to get bigger and only in the past few years have I finally cracked the code. I still am working on getting bigger and stronger, but. But these 13 tips will get you started down a path to a stronger physique.

TWELVE GREAT FOOD IDEAS TO PUT ON SOME POUNDS In our body image conscious society, it’s rare to actually  want  to gain weight. But if you’re anything like me, stuck with a high metabolism and lanky frame, it’s really tough to put on any amount of weight. Food is the obvious solution, but what should we be eating? You don’t want to fall into the trap of junk food: those empty calories won’t help. Finding healthy and cheap foods to gain weight is essential. You need to find something that you like, that you can afford, and something that’s good for you. No pressure, right? Here are a handful of healthy food choices for putting on weight. Add a few of these to your diet and eat regularly, and you’ll see amazing things happen. DID YOU KNOW: The average man needs about 2000 to 3000 calories per day. A woman needs about 1600 to 2400 calories. Click Here to use our [free] TDEE Calculator. Find out exactly how many calories you burn each day! To gain any w...

Curious about whether the ketogenic diet could help you reach your goals, but dreading diligently counting macros and calories each day? Then a “lazy keto diet” might be a good option for you. This approach focuses most on limiting carb intake, while allowing for more flexibility in terms of how much fat and protein you eat. While this type of diet may not help you get into nutritional ketosis as easily as a stricter keto diet , many find it can still pay off in terms of leading to weight loss and other benefits.

Morning brain fog? Few people are likely to jump up with excitement once that alarm begins to sound. “Ding, ding,” it goes and we are called into another day of life. Coffee, a brisk walk, and fresh air are great for getting us going in the morning. Yet, what about the muscles and joints that help us function? What can we do to welcome all of the parts of our body into each day? Can we use our arms and legs to help clear some of that brain fog? Yes! We have created a list of the best morning stretches for clearing your mind and charging your body. Which ones will you choose first?

If you’re looking to add muscle, bulking (alongside your training) is one of the most essential aspects of making consistent progress. For those unfamiliar with the term, bulking means eating more calories than you burn on a daily basis with the intention of gaining weight. With regular weight training and the right macronutrient ratios, the majority of this gained weight should be muscle rather than fat. Bulking has historically been done in the winter, largely thanks to the almost inevitable fat gain that will occur due to the caloric excess. As the weather cools down we tend to cover ourselves up a little more, meaning it’s a bit easier to hide the fact your 6 pack is slowly being eroded as you look to add more lean muscle! In the past, little regard was given to this additional fat. It was just the price to be paid for adding muscle, and when the sun started to peek through the clouds at springtime it was time to get rid of it. Cardio becomes compulsory, you start hitting the ...

Breakfast is often referred to as the most important meal of the day, and there’s plenty to suggest that’s true. Alongside helping with weight management, a healthy breakfast can help maintain a nutritionally balanced diet, improve energy levels throughout the day, improve your concentration levels, and it has a strong correlation with long term health. For those engaging in regular physical activity, particularly those who train early in the morning, a high protein breakfast should form an essential part of your daily routine. A balanced breakfast with plenty of protein will help you recover from your training more effectively, and will help prevent that mid-afternoon crash that morning exercisers know all too well. The challenge with eating a high protein meal first thing in the morning is that many of the foods we traditionally eat for their protein content can be a little tricky for some people to manage that early in the day. Not many of us will be able to face chicken and ri...

CrossFit is a high-intensity, constantly varied, functional movement exercise program that has seen a huge growth in popularity around the world since it first started in the early 2000s. What originally began as an exercise program to help train military forces, police and firemen is now taking the fitness world by storm. CrossFit workouts promise to keep members in the top shape of their lives, building muscle faster, promoting better recovery and usually meeting a whole support network of like-minded people in the process, too! With a growing number of CrossFit certified trainers, gyms, and programs now being offered across the world, you might be wondering what all the fuss is about.

The History Of The Mr. Olympia Contest I've put together a list of past Mr. Olympia results, Olympia history, and much more. Check it out! In 1963, Joe Weider had a vision that he felt would take the sport of bodybuilding to a new level. Joe came up with the ultimate contest with the ultimate prize, the Mr. Olympia. HOW TO QUALIFY FOR THE OLYMPIA Previous Mr. Olympia winners (if more than 5 years they must have IFBB approval). Top 6 finalists from the previous year's Mr. Olympia. Top 6 finalists from the same year's Arnold Classic. Top 5 finalists from the same year's New York Men's Professional (previously called Night of the Champions). Top 3 finalist from any other competition in the IFBB professional tour held during the subsequent year prior to the Mr. Olympia. The winner of the Masters Professional World Championships. The event organizer can nominate one competitor who has not qualified by other means, as a "special invitee."

If you’re overweight or obese, burning 500 extra calories a day walking can help you shed about 1 pound per week.