Swine Flu update

May 3rd, 2009

1st case of Swine flu detected in Asia.

Mexico swine flu infection rises to 473 and death toll jumps to 19.

Swine flu tracker available for iphones and ipods soon.

The number of confirmed cases in the U.S keeps rising.

Scientists are still trying to assess how the swine flu/Influenza A h1n1 virus behaves.

Vaccines are available for pigs for prevention of swine influenza but no vaccine is available for humans as yet.

Vaccination available for the swine flu virus a few months away.

India : suspected influenza A/H1N1 cases rise to 4 with none testing positive.

Predictions : Such Flu have a mutating behaviour so nothing can be said as of now.

Influenza A H1N1 symptoms

May 2nd, 2009

Symptoms of Influenza A H1N1

The most common symptoms are :

Influenza H1N1 swine flu virus
1. Cough

2. Nasal Congestion

3. Bodyaches

4. Joint Pain and Muscle pain

5. Fever or Chills

6. Headaches

7. Fatigue

8. Decrease in energy level and general discomfort.

What to do if you feel you have caught the swine flu :

1. Visit your health center immediately.

2. Call 1-800-CDC-INFO for more information on swine flu.

Prevention is bettern than cure , read the article below to Protect yourself from Influenza A H1N1

Protect yourself from Influenza A H1N1

May 1st, 2009

How to protect yourself from Influenza A H1N1(Formerly Swine Flu) :

  • Avoid contact with people infected with this virus.
  • Avoid contact with people who are seriously ill, are coughing or sneezing.
  • Wash your hands with soap routinely. Dont touch your mouth or nose or eyes after you come in contact with unknow person.
  • Cover your nose and mouth with a tissue when you sneeze and then throw away the tissue into trash.
  • Avoid eating pork (from pigs that have been sick or from dead pigs).
  • Wear a mask if you are in an area afected with the Influenza A H1N1 virus.
  • Swine flu

    May 1st, 2009

    THE CONTENT IS EXTRACTED FROM YAHOO ANSWERS - PLEASE VISIT http://www.cdc.gov/swineflu/ FOR ACCURATE INFO… 

    What’s Swine Flu? 10 points for BEST ANSWER!!!!?

    It’s all over Yahoo! and probaly the news, still didn’t check. But anyway, Can it kill you, how do you prevent it?

    Answer

    Swine flu has similar symptoms to the more common, human seasonal form of influenza.

    It is one of a number of viruses that cause illness among people and animals, causing respiratory problems, fever and fatigue.

    Avian flu - which has previously been the subject of pandemic fears after humans began contracting it - is another deadly strain.

    According to the Health Protection Agency, outbreaks of swine flu - a disease caused by type A influenza - regularly affect pigs.

    People who are around pigs are most likely to suffer from the H1N1 virus but it is also possible for the virus to spread from person to person.

    Evoking memories of the fears associated with bird flu, the latest perceived threat of a pandemic was brought to public attention after cases of human swine flu were reported in Mexico and parts of California and Texas in the US.

    There have been no cases identified in the UK for at least 10 years.

    Scientists found this virus is contagious and spreading from human to human although they do not know how easily the virus spreads between people, the HPA said.

    The symptoms of swine influenza in people are similar to the symptoms of regular human seasonal flu and include fever, fatigue, lack of appetite, coughing and sore throat. Some people have also reported vomiting and diarrhoea.

    Testing has shown that the human swine influenza H1N1 can be treated with the antivirals oseltamavir (Tamiflu) and zanamivir (Relenza).

    ======================================…

    Source(s):

    Can it kill you: YES. Not always, but it has a high mortality rate.

    Why can it kill you: It is a strain of influenza (flu) virus that mutated from pigs. Humans have been 100% unexposed to it up until now, so we have no resistance or immunity to it.

    How do you prevent it: Don’t go to Mexico, stay away from pigs or hispanics (NOT being racist but mexicans are the ones who are most likely to carry it einstein), and take Tamiflu and Relenza, because they have been known to fight the chance of you GETTING the virus.

    Once you actually HAVE the virus… you’re probably f*cked, at least according to the statistics.

    Swine Flu Phase 5 Already?10 Points Best Answer?

    How Is Swine Flu Already A Phase 5, I Don’t Think It Needs To Be Five Yet But Now That It Is What Are The Procedures The Governments Going To Start Taking,Will They Shut Down Schools,Stores,Etc Like In Mexico Or What???

    Answer

    umm not yet. phase 5 is right before an pandemic. phase 5 is when the world is almost to the point of pandemic but not quite. there’s still less than 100 cases of it in the US. and as for the school thing well…. maybe is all i can say. in mexico they only closed because it’s in the heart of the city and that if everyone is out and around then it spreads faster. as for the US there’s not enough cases for the school to close.

    don’t worry yet. it’s not yet a pandemic and the drug industry are already stockpiled one kind of anti-viral drug which is working against this virus unlike before in which there were none.

    Swine flu… Opinions I will pick best answer?

    opinions… Will it kill us all, do u think it’s going to become a huge problem? Anything u think… I’m curious?

    Answer

    Just like the influenza virus, it will have the same symptoms and probably effects. You can catch is from swine, or from an infected person. I don’t think we’re all going to DIE. Remember the big SARS scare…do you know anyone who got that?

    I think the scare is it’s a new virus, like the Avian flu, so we don’t know much about it, or how to prevent it.

    As far as we know, it’s only dangerous for the sick, young and old (i.e. those with weak immune systems).

    Until we know more info, there’s no reason to panic. There are 6 billion people in the world,and we only know of a couple hundred who have been adversely affected.

    I think, just like anything, you always need to keep your self as healthy as possible, pandemic or not. Eating healthy and exercising is always beneficial to fighting off sickness.

    If you live in Maine, you live in a relatively isolated area, and you’re probably better off living in a rural area than a congested area.

    Swine Flu Question?10 Points For Best Opinion?

    Do you think the CDC or World Health Organization know more than we do seeing how the Swine Flu Isent Bad Enough For A Level 5 Pandemic Level In My Eyes…What Do You Think

    Answer

    Yes. Right from the beginning there was signs something wasn’t right about this. A city of 28 million people shut down because a few have the flu…umm I don’t think so.

    There has never been a level 5. Not during SARS or bird flu. What do they know?

    Swine flu plz answer?

    I dont think i have swine flu but im not sure i have runny nose and i sneeze i dont cough and it doesnt feel like a flu i just sneeze i dont get stuffy nose is it just allergies like runny nose or do u think i should go to the doctor

    Answer

    We here at Yahoo Answers are not diagnostic doctors, therefore we can’t tell you what is wrong with you.

    For all we know you could have AIDS, because it has the same symptoms.

    If you are that concerned about it, GO TO THE DOCTOR.

    Otherwise, no one here can help you, because the swine flu has the SAME symptoms as the regular flu.

    Questions like these flood Yahoo Answers, and no one can really help with them. If you want to know exactly what the swine flu is, go to the CDC.gov website, the best information you can get.

    What are the swine flu symptoms?

    The swine flu sounds nasty, can anyone tell me what are the swine flu symptoms? And why is it called the swine flu?

    Answer

    Some of the symptoms of swine flu are expected to be similar to the symptoms of regular human seasonal influenza and include fever, lethargy, lack of appetite and coughing.

    There is a full list of the symptoms in the link below.

    Source(s):

    http://myhotnewstoday.blogspot.com/2009/…

    Swine Flu questions………….?

    I was wondering what sort of surgical masks would be suitable to protect one from any possible outbreak?

    Also i have read that there is a mushroom that would be beneficial to have handy just in case, anyone know the name of this mushroom?

    Finally has anyone seen anything around were they live that isn’t currently being spoken about by the media

    Im from northern Ireland myself and if any medical personnel have heard anything please leave an answer

    Answer

    UK is among the best prepared for deal with any flu pandemic. Scientists are already working flat out to find a cure for this particular swine-flu virus. In the meantime, there’s plenty of drugs in the form of tabs [anti-biotics I guess] which will control the disease and stop it dead in it’s tracks.

    The flu virus is airborne, thus wearing a surgical mask or a simple dust mask as used by workers, will probably stop the virus getting into your lungs. You might consider coating the mask with such as TCP or Isopropyl Alc. etc.

    Swine flu is not new, as these links below will explain. However there is one difference between the present outbreak and those of the past, in that the virus has now apparently developed the ability to jump from one human being to another, where before it could only infect people who had direct contact with the pigs who were carrying the virus.http://www.google.co.uk/search?hl=en&q=s…

    Swine flu cure - links

    http://www.google.co.uk/search?hl=en&q=s…

    You can improve your chances of NOT getting swine flu or any other flu by avoiding crowded places - cinemas, theatres, public transport etc.

    Latest Update :

  • The Swine flu has been renamed to influenza a h1n1 by WHO
  • 5 day shutdown in Mexico.
  • Pandemic alert is at Phase 5
  • Weight lifting

    April 17th, 2009

    Weight lifting and weight training

    5×5 weight training 10 points to best answer?

    i would like to start the 5×5 weight lifting program but i am not sure of the principles and stuff - like how much to increase lifts by and how ofen and what cadence should you have when lifting and stufft - cheers.

    Answer

    Hey mate I just started a 5×5 weight lifting program, a friend from work gave me. Its only 3 day a week workout but he reckons from the ten years of lifting he has made the most significant gains. The program he gave me is..

    Monday:

    Bench Press

    Pull Downsor Weighted Heaves

    Squats

    10min Abs

    Wed:

    Shoulder press

    Bicep Curls

    Calf Raises

    Fri:

    Deadlifts

    Weighted Dips or Close grip bench

    Shrugs

    10min Abs

    This is 5×5 starting at about 90% of your one rep maxium, but that is for the last set. So the first four sets your working up to the 90%. Then each week add 1.25kg to each arm/leg for 12weeks. And should give you good strength and mass gains. Im currently week 4 and already notice good strenght gains. Make sure you also eat well :) Oh and i usually leave about 1min-1.5min rest between sets.

    Weight lifting? (5 pts best answer)?

    i have a few questions (best answer gets 5 points)

    1) is eating a healthy meal, waiting 2 hours then working out, and after going for a jog, then drinking a protein shake (myoplex-carb control) a good way to get leaner

    2) is it ok to work out every other day like Mon-Wed-Fri if i want to get bigger, strength wise, or more tone

    3) what is the latest you should eat

    Answer

    Hi!!! I think that you want to get more information about it, go to http://healthylife09.blogspot.com/?q=Phe…

    Should I lose weight before weight training or during?

    I’m 323 pounds and I was wondering if I it was better If I lost more weight before I strength trained or not.

    Answer

    Definitely during…. weight training by itself won’t help you lose weight much, however: cardio is best for this - however, gaining muscle does speed up your metabolic rate a lot, so it is a good help nevertheless!! If you just try to lose a bunch of weight without exercise you’ll simply end up skinny, and prone to bouncing back to your original weight easily!! Gaining muscle is a good way to help raise your metabolic weight on a long term basis, which will help KEEP the weight off (and make you look good also…..).

    Is cardio or weight lifting better for weight loss?

    i work out during the day on my lunch, so I only have about 40 minutes really to work out (10 minutes on either side for changing). I’m about a size heavier (approx 8lbs) than I’d like to be, and given my limited time, which will help the weight come off faster, strength training or cardio, if I only have time to do one or the other?

    Answer

    Both actually…. why not do 3 cardio days and 2 strength training days? That way you can loose weight while also toning your muscles… Also, make sure you’re eating a healthy diet!

    Weight lifting deadlift question?

    How much weight should a 14 year old boy be lifting on the deadlift?

    By the way im pretty skinny and am currently lifting about 24kg.

    Answer

    i’m skinny myself. i weigh about 59 kg. and i’m 14 years old. i dead lift about 93 kg but i have a large advantage cause my arms are extremely long so i can easily get low to the bar. keep up the work! strengthen your legs and back and find a good technique.

    good luck!

    Should you do more cardio or weight training when trying to decrease body fat?

    i do a combination of cardio & weight training 5-6 days a week. my arms & legs are thin but still need to decrease my body fat because i have a lair of fat on my stomach. i wasn’t sure what i should be more focused on doing. thanks in advance

    Answer

    agreed…I do 3 days of weight training and 3 days cardio. Weight training will burn fat too…

    Source(s):

    http://fitnesscoachrob.com

    Weight lifting stun your growth?

    hey im 13 like 4′11.i started lifting when i was 11.Did me lifting weights damage me growth plates??

    Answer

    no weight lifting will not stunt growth…. it is very good for u… so much benefit…

    no damage

    drugs, not enough nutrition will stunt your growth… potentially

    How long should my Weight Lifting Session be?

    I’ve been strength training for the last 2 years now, usually i lift weights for about half an hour. i was wondering how long a recommended session should be? and if my muscles don’t pain the day after my workout can i lift weights everyday (i’ve been doing heavy weights for so long that my muscles don’t tire as easily)?, and also, lately i have wanted to try out some protein shakes, and i wanted to know what good shakes that you would recommend, id prefer them to be cheap but have good results at the same time. Cheers

    Answer

    half an hour isn’t bad. but if you’re strength training, more reps less weight. so try doing that for a hour of 45 min. as for cheap protein shakes, just down three raw eggs in the morning and that’ll be the equivalent amount of protein in one of those shakes. add in some multivitamins and some ginseng extract and you got the shake it’s self.

    working out-don’t worry about how many reps you can do, but rather how long you can last. So instead of counting out reps, have your spotter keep time, like just do bench presses for 5 min, without counting reps.

    What’s the best type of weight lifting for track & field?

    I am a football player in high school for my freshman year and I am also a track runner. I weight lift for football but I don’t want to become too heavy for track & field. What’s the best kind of weight lifting that I can do for track and field that can give me strength but not build any heavy muscle? Should I do lots of reps and low weights or VERY little reps and heavy weights?

    My current weight lifting workout is Bench Press (175lb 4-5 reps) and Squat (205 lb 8 reps) and other unipmortnat things to mention.

    Answer

    depends man what events are you planning on doing? if your doing distance you want usually like 3 sets of 16reps (less weight). if your sprinting probably want to get 3sets of 8-12 reps (more weight)

    Building shoulders

    March 9th, 2009

    What are the best exercises or building up lats/shoulders?

    Answer

    Push-ups. Bar none. Push-ups work you entire shoulder. And your chest and arms as a secondary benefit.

    Work up to 20-25 military style push ups. If your shoulders are weak, start with 3 sets of 8. Build up from there.

    Rest a day in between your push-up sets.

    The site below has a workout plan for shoulders and six-packs.

    Source(s):

    http://www.mangoboss.com

    Best method for building arm muscles / widening shoulders?

    yeah… I want to build up my arm muscles and widen my shoulders a bit! they seem a little too scrawny for me, and I need them widee. I’m prepared to buy equipment for all of this; i have around $700 to spend on weight-training equipment. I have an elliptical and treadmill so i’ve gotten the legs covered and I do plenty of pull/push-ups and things like that.

    Answer

    You can keep most of that 700 dollars. You need to buy some dumbbells. You can build your shoulder with lateral raises and your arms with different curls and extensions. For more info go to:

    menshealth.com

    mensfitnes.com

    muscleandfitness.com

    bodybuilding.com

    Recommend: Top 3 Exercises for Building Mass - Biceps, Shoulders, Pecs?

    I am male, 5′10″, 175pounds. I look lean. Your recommendations on the top 3 exercises for building muscle mass for: Arms (biceps/triceps), Shoulders, and Chest (pecs).

    Thanks

    Answer

    arms: bicep curls and tricep pull down

    shoulders: military press

    chest: bench press and flies

    Workouts for building up shoulder muscles?

    ive got muscles on my arms and legs but my shoulders arent getting any bigger. any tips on building up my shoulders? also the muscle that extends from your neck to your shoulder. thanks.

    Answer

    The muscle from your neck to shoulders are traps. To increase trap size do these with heavy weight. http://www.bodybuilding.com/fun/exercise…

    To build up shoulders do these http://www.bodybuilding.com/fun/exercise…

    Body building injury, Shoulder Dislocation,,,?

    hi

    before 3 weeks when i was in gym training i have injured my left shoulder , during exercise -seated dumbbell presses- so the joint Dislocated and i put my hand on it and pushed it back to previous location. it dose not hurt .much. i haven’t seen doctor just stopped training for about 3 weeks,, and know after 3 weeks from the injury my shoulder dose not hurt me even when i play , BUT when i play i notice that the the muscle or joint ,i don’t know, moves strange when i train shoulder muscles.

    so what should i do ?

    Answer

    You should really see a doctor. A friend of dislocated his shoulder while skiing last year and it did not seem like a serious injury. However, since then, he has popped it out numerous times, and now has to wrap it before all of his hockey games. He will probably have to have correctional surgery, and even with that, his shoulder will probably not ever completely return to normal. You should get it fixed now so that you can continue playing sports in the future.

    HOW TO BUILDING BIG ARMS AND SHOULDERS?

    IM FIT 6FT 170PDS….I WANT TO DROPP TO 165PDS …

    Answer

    Try out running in the morning as an extra little WAMMY.

    Building upper body muscle?

    would going to the gym every tuesday and thursday and doing 6 sets of 3-6 reps or each of these exercises be an effective workout

    chest:

    dumbell press

    dumbell flyes

    shoulders:

    shoulder dumbbell press

    dumbbell side raises

    triceps:

    dumbbell overhead extentions

    cable push downs

    biceps:

    dumbell curls

    barbell curls

    forearms:

    hammer curls

    barbell reverse curls

    i dont want your opinions or what to add on to this or anything.

    i just want to know about this workout, and should i be working out each muscle more, and if so, what workout.

    and please no links to websites

    only people that know what theyre talking about, mainly form experience.

    thanks!

    Answer

    Shocking Tips on How to Build Chest Muscles

    Building chest muscles is one of the concerns for every man and woman. Many people ask them self the question how can I build chest muscles?

    Do light bench presses. Use comfortable weights and do one or two light sets of bench presses. This will help you to get the blood flowing to your shoulders, arms and especially your chest.

    Upper body stretch. This is best before doing any heavy lifting. Stretching out your shoulders, chest and arms is necessary. Proper warm ups and stretching exercises help you to prevent soreness and injury during workout.

    Do the proper bench press. The ultimate builder of chest muscle is the flat bench press. It tests the upper body strength and it integrates the shoulders, arms and chest. To build chest muscle, bench press is one of the exercises that should not be missed.

    Incline bench press. This is also an important exercise to build chest muscle. The upper chest is the main focus of incline bench press.

    Doing the proper dumbbell flyes can improve the shape of the muscle. It focuses on the chest muscle itself and requires lighter weight only. You can do dumbbell flyes on flat or incline bench.

    You should never forget your diet to build your chest muscle, or to any kind of exercise. The proper intake of protein is necessary for chest muscle development. Because of your workout, you will feel hungry more often. The best diet is low fat, low carbohydrates and high protein.

    It will help if you research, whether on the internet or fitness magazine. It is recommend that you follow a muscle building program to attain the best result.

    These tips are just the beginning. If you really want to have a bulked up, lean, muscular body, you need to check out the GainMuscleReview.Com.

    The Website is chock full of tips, workout programs, and nutritional plans to help you reach your goals and help you to build muscle fast.

    Also there is a review of the top 3 muscle building programs. Anyone who want to take Muscle Building to the next level needs a Solid Program Workout Program. Go Grab a workout program at: GainMuscleReview.Com. You Won’t Regret It

    Source(s):

    www.healthinfomal.blogspot.com

    What is the best way to gain muscle and abs without personal trainer and not having access to a gym?

    i am 15 and i dont have access to a gym so i work out around my house but not getting any results

    Answer

    attending sports that take a lot of muscle - like foot ball and swimming…..

    Are push-ups effective to increase your shoulders and back?

    I’ve been doing push-ups and also bench presses. I’ve been researching but i am not sure if bench presses or push ups are the best to build muscle around the shoulders and back. Some say start lifting weights and some say push ups are good but which is the best and fastest way to get muscle, Bench presses or Push ups?

    Answer

    Push ups are not very usefull for your shoulders and back (a little …) Bench press is only good for your chest. If you want some good shoulder workouts look this website :

    http://www.shapefit.com/training-shoulde…

    Browse through the site for other muscles

    Gettin broader shoulders?

    I want to become a wide shouldered person, and stronger. i am not that strong, but i’m not weak, i only have 5kg dumbells at the moment!And can’t afford anything else…

    Thanks….

    Answer

    Clean and press is the best shoulder building excercise known to man.

    Get on it and get soem heavier weights. If not try and use things like sandbags, utube has a tone of video demos on this

    also for a broader shoulder look, do lateral raises, it might help a lil. but mostly its down to genetics im sorry to say.

    Whey protein side effects

    January 30th, 2009

    Is there any side effects from taking whey protein isolate?

    I do not have diabetes but will taking whey protein damage my liver or my pancreas? Will it spike insulin levels or cause blood sugar problems. I understand that a big mac hamburger contains 30 grams of protein and so does a serving of whey so Im not concerned about any kidney damage. I just want a extra boost in energy is it safe>or is it even going to give me Extra Fuel i need?

    Answer

    There are side effects.

    Firstly, large amounts of protein make blood more acidic. To neutralize the blood, calcium is drawn from the bones. Also, production of free radicals increases, so you should counter it with a lot of antioxidants .

    Secondly, (this is not common knowledge, see Dr. Russel Blaylock’s books and website) any protein isolate contains exitotoxins similar to MSG that increase level of free glutamate in the body. Glutamate cause neurons to be super exited, and then die (very simplified explanation) The effect can be as devastating as Alzheimer’s in the far future or some health issues here in there in the near future - depending on what is the weak spot in your body. One person can get depressed for example, nothing would happen to another. So please use protein isolates with caution.

    If you need energy boost, consider complex carbs (nuts/seeds/grains), they do not cause insulin spike because sugar gets into the blood gradually. And they contain plant protein. Almonds, for example, have a plethora of health benefits, and 21% of weight is protein. You may also consider using superfoods like maca , ginseng etc.

    Hope this helps

    Olga.

    Are there any serious side effects to taking Whey Protein Powder?

    Answer

    It should be fine. Whey is derived from milk.

    Go checkout http://www.cagedanimal.net post your question in the beginners cage and you will get tons of relative info and support.

    Is Wheybolic Extreme 60 the best Whey Protein?

    Answer

    The “Best Whey protein” is all relative my friend. If you are seeking pure whey protein minus fillers , additives, and artificial sweeteners they are out there. A majority of “popular” whey proteins are 75% whey and the rest is chemicals. Get what you pay for and keep it Whey ONLY. Good luck!!!!

    What are the side effects of whey protein, if any at all?

    I’ve been told its just protein, but I guess I look at it as a supplement and I get a little suspicious with supplements. I’ve also heard different things from different people so not really sure what to believe I guess. So, is there any side effects of whey protein? Any health risks, effects on penis size, etc? I did hear it can cause kidney problems if you take too much, but how much is too much? Thanks in advance.

    Answer

    No, you won’t get any serious side effects with whey protein. Actually, you won’t really get any, besides bulking up easier… About the kidney thing.. well it’s true that if you take more than like 60g at one time it could possible negatively effect your liver by overloading it, but as long as you take it in moderation (I never said don’t take 60g, I said don’t take a whole lot more..) you’ll be perfectly fine and very satisfied.

    What are the side effects of protein supplements or whey protein?Can i have them at 17 years of age?

    Will the supplements make me fat?i weigh 65 kg and am 6 feet tall.

    Answer

    You can take it. It won’t make you fat, its just protein, it really doesn’t have very many calories. Roughly 100 calories per scoop.

    When is the best time to take whey protein shakes?

    Answer

    well, i would say the morning. unless you workout at some other time.if you do workout, drink one before then.

    Side effects of whey protein?

    Are there any short or long term side effects from taking whey protein?

    Answer

    Whey protein, are just that, protein - unlike some other types of supplements and drugs, whey protein supplements contain mostly whey and some other stuff like carbohydrates, calcium, some fats, and some fancy shimancy ingredients which really aren’t that special. So in other words, you can expect very little, if any side effects of taking whey protein supplements. Other than maybe gaining some lean mass, which is what you want. Also, there have been no documented side effects of whey protein, it’s just like the food you eat, causing no side effects.

    Whey Protein - Any Side Effects? How long till it works?

    I recently started using Whey Protein as a suplement for my workout plan. I use 1 scoop with milk in the morning and 1 scoop with water after my workout. How long before I start seeing any results? I’m pretty sure I can see a result after a week or so, but maybe it’s my imagination? =) (I got a pretty hectic workout plan, but it’s to be more firm, not for bulking up). Also, are there any side effects? I heard that it clogs, can mess up your kidneys etc. But as I can figure thats only if you over do it is a myth. I use bout 50 grams per day.

    Thanks =)

    Answer

    Reading some of these answers is very comical. I don’t know why people post when they have no idea what they are talking about. Myth: Protein builds muscle. The fact is amino acids are responsible for muscle repair, it is true amino acids derive from protein, but certain types of protein contain different amino acids, so you cannot generalize protein. Myth: Protein damages kidneys. The truth is protein molecules are too large to be filtered through the kidneys, they are transported from the small intestine to the liver, where the liver decides to absorb them or send them on their way to be used elsewhere.

    Let me help you out.

    Taking protein will help increase muscle strength/mass. It is one of the few supplements that has been proven to work. Whey protein is a faster digesting protein, so I recommend taking it right after you work out. This get the amino acids into the blood stream and available for the muscles to grab. Casein is another type of protein powder you will commonly see. This is a slow digesting protein, so its going to give your body amino acids over a longer period of time. I would take casein protein right before bed or first thing in the morning. Milk has alot of casein protein and I like the fact that you mix whey(fast digesting) and milk in the morning. Of course, you have to eat a balanced diet, protein alone cannot build muscle. As far as i can tell you have a solid protein schedule and you should stick to it. Feel free to email me if you have any further questions. I enjoy answering questions in my field of research.

    Chris

    M.S.,C.S.C.S.

    How is the suplemnt “optimum whey protein gold standard”? Are there any side effects of it?

    I am 17yrs 8months old. My height is 5′ 10″. I have a slim figure and have been gyming for about 3 months now. Is this best for me to use and will it aid in height grwth along with built ?

    Answer

    weight protein will not help you growth but will help with you building muscle. You will get fat if you take it and don’t exercise

    Whey protein for a sixteen year old???

    hi there

    i am 16 years of age and am 5 ft 5 iches tall,weighing 55 kilograms. I’m pretty lean and till recently had virtually no muscle on me.But over the last month I’ve been doing a hundred pushups a day, along with pull ups,squats,and crunches and have noticed that my body is getting toned.But now I need some mass in my body. Thing is,I am a vegetarian and hence my diet is limited.Also, I don’t do weights,coz I don’t want my height to get affected.I want to grow to around 5 ft 10 inches at least by the time I’m done with my growth.Now my question is…should I start using whey protein and continue my workout? Will it help me get more muscled? And does whey protein have any side effects like the dehydrating characteristics of Creatine? In short, can i start using whey protein soon along with a good workout? Will it help me get a better body? Thanks for your help.

    Answer

    Vegatarian?! enough with the nonsense!

    If you want to grow then eat grain-fed lean meats like chicken and turkey. Also Beef and lamb are very high in protein. Eggs and fish are an excellent source of protein as well.

    Stay away from Soy products as its an incomplete protein and your body does not digest the enzymes effeciently.

    Whey will help. Take it AFTER your workouts. There will be no side effects to Creatine unless you are depriving your body of water. Thus you must drink more often than usual.

    As for your workouts, you need to stress the muscles differently. Work out with weights (i.e. dumbells, barbells) and keep the reps down, anywhere from 5-10 reps per set for any given exercise. You will gain more muscle mass with low rep, high stress workouts.

    There are no studies that confirm any side-effects that you mentioned.

    As for ?llison response:

    Soy protein IS an INCOMPLETE protein! They lack the sulphur bearing amino acids methionine and cysteine. The high-phytic acid in unfermented and processed soy (found in nearly all soy products) disrupts mineral absorption and can deplete your supply of zinc, magnesium, and calcium.

    There is a reason why professional bodybuilders eat animal protein. Hormone injected animal products are obviously not good for several reasons that is why I suggested grain-fed, hormone-free meats.

    Whey protein

    January 15th, 2009

    Whats the best brand of WHEY protein?…or does it matter?…?

    Im wondering because I want to know which one to get…Ive been told that OPTIMUM NUTRITION is the best. I can get that off the internet or I could go to walmart and get the body fortress cheap stuff?…what would you suggest?…thanks

    Answer

    give phil best answer hands down! optimum nutrition whey is amazing. its decently priced and has a great amino profile and chcoclate taste madd good!

    What is the best whey protein for body building on the market?

    Answer

    The best whey product out, is the one that has NO ARTIFICIAL SWEETENERS, FILLERS, OR PRESERVATIVES!!! Keep it simple Pure whey is the only whey my brotha…do not believe the hype.. Get what you pay for. Good luck

    Is Wheybolic Extreme 60 the best Whey Protein?

    Answer

    The “Best Whey protein” is all relative my friend. If you are seeking pure whey protein minus fillers , additives, and artificial sweeteners they are out there. A majority of “popular” whey proteins are 75% whey and the rest is chemicals. Get what you pay for and keep it Whey ONLY. Good luck!!!!

    What is the best vanilla whey protein powder?

    I am looking for vanilla whey protein powder, but there is quite a lot of brands.

    I would like advice from somebody who is hopefully a weightlifter with experience in taking protein powder to grow muscles.

    Thanks.

    Answer

    Theres no such thing as the best one.

    Technically the one with the best protein/carb - total product weight ratio would be the best, however at the beggining if you want to gain weight, I recommend the most cost effective one (best protein/carb - price ratio).

    I use EAS which is top shelf, but it costs an arm and a leg.

    Best time to drink whey protein?

    so im planning on getting a protein drink and stuff, its 24g of protein pershake…. when is the best time to drink it? before my workout, after my workout, or what???

    Answer

    You can consume a pure whey shake any time of the day. I personally like to consume one upon waking and immediately following a workout. Look for a pure whey protein minus artificial flavoring and preservatives, or fillers. Good luck!!

    Who sells the best 100% Whey Protein?

    I am looking for a great product which can create lean muscle gain, tastes great and reduces fat. I have heard from friends and doctors that I do not have to spend a fortune either. Any suggestions?

    Answer

    Whey Protein is ideal for weightlifters, endurance athletes, and people who want to build muscle, because it is a fast-digesting protein that the body uses quickly to build and repair muscle. You’ll want to make sure you’re giving your body the protein it needs to build and rebuild lean muscle tissue. You also need antioxidant protection from harmful free radicals generated by intense and prolonged exercise.

    Whey protein helps your body immediately build and rebuild muscle after exercise, while plant-derived digestive enzymes help your body process protein more efficiently. Nutrilite Whey Protein Powder comes in convenient, portable pouches with 25 g of whey protein in each serving.

    Nutrilite Protein Shakes help you maintain lean body mass, with 25 grams of satiating protein your body uses to build and rebuild muscle tissue. You’ll also get antioxidant protection from harmful free radicals generated by intense and prolonged exercise, thanks to the exclusive Nutrilite C-Lenium Blend.

    Nutrilite Protein Shakes have more protein than the competition, giving you more muscle-building power. Calories are equal to or lower than competitors, plus Nutrilite is the only shake here with no sugar, and no artificial colors, flavors, or preservatives. The fiber in Nutrilite Protein Shakes is comparable to Myoplex™ Lite, and far exceeds the fiber in CytoSport™ Muscle Milk™. If you’re watching carbs, Nutrilite Protein Shakes have the competition beat there as well. Power up with the right protein shake – made by Nutrilite.

    You’ll love the creamy, chocolate fudge, decadent vanilla, and the sweet taste of strawberries and cream and feel confident that what you’re putting into your body contains no artificial colors, flavors, or preservatives.

    I hope this is helpful.

    Btw…Nutrilite is the world’s leading brand of vitamins, minerals, and dietary supplements. Give ‘em a try; you have everything to gain and nothing to lose. Nutrilite products are backed by a 100% satisfaction guarantee. Here is the guarantee…

    “We stand behind the quality of our products and guarantee your satisfaction. If for any reason you are not completely satisfied with our products, you may return it within 180 days of purchase for an exchange or refund of the product price and applicable tax.”

    What is the best whey protein on market ?? for ingredients, taste, weight loss, and muscle building.?

    i know Optimum 100% Whey Protein is good, but don’t know if its best.. tried it, good taste. i seen nitrotech has a lot of amino acids but never tried it. had cytogainer, not bad… but whats best, im tryin to get cut?? im 170lbs, have 15% body fat, need to lose like 5% , and maintain or gain muscle mass, i do workout.

    Answer

    GNC’s Pro-Performance Whey Isolate. it ROCKS! i’d try out GNC’s creatine (great pure fat burner!). get the pill version- the powder makes you retain water weight.

    Question about EAS Whey Protein…(10 points for best answer)?

    Does it have a recovery blend in it (like with amino acids and stuff) like other protein powders??

    Answer

    Jeez, you JOCK! I am proud of you for one thing only:

    That you at least sort of care about your body, why on earth are you askin bout stuff to do with body building?

    NOW YOU ALREADY KNOW THE ANSWER TO UR OWN QUESTION:

    Who cares if it has a “recovery blend” ffs mate, stuff like that does not ever do any good for the long term effect of your body. If you truly want to be fit, take the long term approach and eat 4 weet bix in the mornin’ and do a work out in the afternoon! why are you askin silly diet questions like: “is the chocolate diet good for me” S&it me!! how freakn silly, you already knew the answer. Don’t f*&k with that sort of thing ok?

    What is the best whey protein product availible?

    im 5′11 and 155 lbs. i wanna get to maybe 175, and ive been taking creatine..what protein product is best for packing on lean muscle? i want to maintain my athletic frame

    Answer

    i like american sports nutrition whey. i right now have the double dutch chocolate and the creamy vanilla and they taste amazing also have all your BCAA’s in it too. check out best price nutrition, they tend to have the best price on it. i’ve tried the GNC line and they taste like ***.

    When is the best time to take whey protein shakes?

    Answer

    well, i would say the morning. unless you workout at some other time.if you do workout, drink one before then.

    Building chest

    December 27th, 2008

    How many push ups is best for building chest muscle?

    now, ive heard of all these ‘jocks’ who always brag on their websites about how they can do 200000 push ups and now they look like hulk hogan or whatever (steroids is probably more truthful) but keeping reps within the 6-10 rep range is meant to help more for building mass. does this apply to push ups too or should a more extensive amount be reached. Any help, much appreciated

    Answer

    6-10 pushups isn’t going to do anything. The 6-10 reps for muscle building thing is only relevant if you are working with around 60-90% of your MAX lift potential. If you are doing something extremely easy (like pushups), then you’re going to want to do as many as possible, every set. And when that becomes easy, do them with your legs elevated (put your feet up on a bench). But seriously, if you’re trying to actually build muscle, start bench-pressing. Push-ups and other bodyweight lifting exercises are only really good for toning/endurance.

    What are the best chest building excersizes for women?

    Want my chest to appear bigger!

    Answer

    You need ones that lift. Incline bench press and flys. Incline targets the upper chest, lifting the chest up and out.

    Chest muscle building?

    Does it take a while? I’m asking because a dented chest (known as pectus excavatum) and I heard building chest muscle hides it (don’t want surgery or plastic surgery). Everytime I go to the pool or beach people stare at it like im an alien and it gets old. I will be doing a lot of push ups but I won’t be doing flys because I don’t have a flat bench. (how much should I do) and I have Whey Protein to help. Also should I work out every day or every other day. Thanks for the help =)!

    Answer

    Myself and my brother have this feature. Though, the good thing is, if you choose to build up your chest muscles, you get a better seperation of pectorial muscles - and that looks good!

    Try choosing a physical job that involves you using the chest. I used to push trolleys (shopping carts) for 5 years when I was younger. The weight would depend on how many were being pushed (20-30 at a time) - I would then use and focus on using my chest muscles.

    Optionally try push ups or using placing both hands together in a prayer position in front of your mid torso region and push both arms together with force and at the same time moving your arms away from you and then back towards your chest. This is a great excersise to execute in chest development.

    If i stop building chest muscle and lifting weights will my chest begin to look flabby and fat : / ?

    i havent built a ton of muscle in my chest, i bench like 170 max, but i usually just do alot of reps

    but anyway im pretty skinny

    and if i were to stop bench pressing, will my chest loose muscle and begin to look fat? or will my chest just look normal and skinny without muscle?

    Answer

    that depends on your body type.

    Ectomorphic: characterized by long and thin muscles/limbs and low fat storage; usually referred to as slim.

    Mesomorphic: characterized by large bones, solid torso, low fat levels, wide shoulders with a narrow waist.

    Endomorphic: characterized by increased fat storage, a wide waist and a large bone structure.

    Mesomorphic people gain muscle when they gain weight, and are

    altogether “meaty”. Ectomorphic are the people who eat a lot and never

    gain weight, and endomorphic people gain all their weight in form of

    fat.

    The three body type descriptions could be modulated by body

    composition, which can be altered by specific diets and training

    techniques. In a famine a person who was once considered an endomorph may begin to instead resemble an ectomorph, while an athletic mesomorph may begin to look more like an endomorph as he ages and loses muscle mass. However, some aspects of the body type cannot be changed: muscle and adipose mass may change but the bone structure is a fixed characteristic.

    If you are a mesomorp, you will stay the same, more or less. If any of the two others - you will change for the worse, especially endomorp - all mucsle will turn into flab and fat!

    Chest muscle building questions- how do i build a bigger more tone chest?

    im about 17 years old and ive been working out for about a year.

    since i dont have a bench at home i cant do most dummbell/barbell workouts. so i improvise with a swiss ball with my dumbells.

    ever since a few weeks ago, i havent felt any burn in my chest anymore. to me, my chest feels like its getting smaller and i work it out at least 3 times a week. i think ive hit a plteau but i need a way to increase my workout

    this is my example work out:

    dumbell press on swiss ballx4 reps: 15×12x12×10 in between each set- incline push upx20

    dumbel fly on swiss ballx4 reps: 15×12x10×10 or 8

    in betwwen each set- wide pushupx20 or 15

    machine chest fly- 20×15x12 or 10 with chest press after each set 20×15x12×10

    then after that 3×20 pushups

    is it a good idea to use heavy dumbells on a swiss ball for building chest?

    and also, if i can bench about 175 lbs…how heavy should my dumbells be for dumbell chest press and chest dumbell fly?

    please list any advice/or workouts since i need some new 1s :/

    especially for lower and upper chest.

    Answer

    I found this site with some great muscle building exercises and tips for building muscle. I learned so much from these articles. I found out everything I’ve been doing all these years.

    http://fitness4u.sitesled.com/MuscleBuil…

    Building Chest Muscle?

    okay,my arms are great,so now i want to build my chest.

    all i want to know is how long it will take to see some decent changes.on average i guess.

    Answer

    Bench press is the most effective to build chest muscle , incline bench press will build your upper chest muscle and declind bench press will build your lower chest muscle ( the yummy line that distinguish between the chest and the stomach region ) Do dips too , it works on both your tri-ceps and your lower chest ( more on the outer sides ) , dumbell fly can also aid great help. The most important thing is to hit your chest muscle at various angles , dont forget to add weight up when you get used to a certain amount of weights. Do heavy sets to build up your strength and muscle fast, if you wanna look lean and defined, do more reps.

    If you are persistant , and also strict on diet, I’d say after 3 months , you will see a change . The best thing to observe is take a picture of yourself now , and then compare it to the new ones taken every month , you will see. But be patient hey!

    Good luck working out.

    Chest Muscle (Pec) Building - No Weights?

    What are some good exercises or workout routines that I can do at home? I don’t have any benches or any thing like that, just one 15lb dumbbell. Thanks.

    Answer

    Push-ups are sufficient to build up your chest. Try varying your hand spacing to get as much of the pec muscles to work. for example do three sets to fatigue. 1st set normal shoulder width hand spacing. 2nd set -close- with your hands touching where your thumbs and index fingers make a diamond shape. Your chest should touch the center of the diamond with your push-up. and a 3rd set with your hands far apart…wider than shoulder width.

    You can increase the resistance as well as get an “incline bench press” type of work out by elevating your feet above your shoulders. For example put your feet up on a bench or chair wile you perform the varying width push ups.

    By doing pushups, are u just building chest muscles. or do u lose fat also. is it the same with situps?

    Answer

    Push-ups build muscle. Muscle burns fat –8 time more than other tissue. So, if you do push-ups, you are both building muscle and giving yourself an opportunity to burn calories 24 hours a day. The same applies to sit-ups.

    What are the best workouts for the chest?

    im bench pressing but to flatten out the fat on my chest and build muscle what other techniques can i use that will help..

    Answer

    Start doing cardio for 15 minutes chest exercises for 30 and cardio for 15 minutes.

    Here is some suggestions on chest

    Best Chest Exercise

    A well defined and developed chest is the dream of most men (and woman) . To achieve a well defined and balanced chest you must incorporate several chest building exercises. Your chest building exercise workout must have different exercises from different angles to develop all the parts for your chest. Developing strong triceps and Deltoids also will help develop a well balanced chest.

    To get the best results you need to do 6-10 reps of each exercise. Choose a weight that you can do up to 10 for three sets. Once you can do 10 then move to a higher weight for maximal results. You can build up your chest muscles by doing chest presses on a n incline bench, a flat bench, or a decline bench. These exercises angles will target your upper, middle, and lower pectoral muscles, respectively.

    Barbell Overhead Pull

    Dumbbell Fly (Chest Building Exercise)

    Lie supine on bench, step or floor, abs tight and lower back flattened on the bench. Start with weights directly over chest, palms facing each other, elbows slightly bent. Lower weights out to sides, stopping at shoulder level, then bring weights back up over chest. Think of hugging a tree.

    Bench press (upper chest exercise) (lower chest exercise)

    (flat)Lie supine on bench, step or floor, abs tight and lower back flattened on bench. Start with weights directly over chest, elbows at 90 degree angles. Press arms straight up without locking, then lower back to starting position.

    Dumbell Bench Press

    Incline Bench Press

    Incline dumbbell press

    Decline bench Press

    Bent Arm pullover

    Decline dumbbell bench press

    Pec deck exercise

    cable crossovers

    Pushups

    Get into pushup position, with your weight evenly distributed between your toes and your hands — and your legs, hips and back in a straight line — and lower and raise your body by bending your elbows, making sure that your arm angle is 90° at the bottom of the movement. Pushups is one of the best chest exercise.

    Dips (lower chest exercise)

    Hold yourself up on a dip bar and, making sure to keep your head down and your legs straight beneath you, lower yourself by bending your elbows, and come back up to the starting position. Make sure to keep the movement in your chest and not in your triceps, as you are working the former.

    Check out http://www.makeoverfitness.com to get specific details if you need them remember to put your email address with the question.

    What is the best exercise for building and/or toning pectoral muscles?

    a diagram url would be great

    Answer

    Some of the best chest exercises are:

    push ups

    bench press

    cable crossovers

    pec flyes

    www.bodybuilding.com

    www.shapefit.com

    Building Triceps

    December 7th, 2008

    What are the best tricep building exercices for mass and definition?

    Ive been working out for about 4 months now but my triceps are lagging behind my other muscle groups…..Mainly my outer tricep head, the one that pops out when you flex….

    Answer

    The one that I think will target the outer tricep head would be dumbell “kickbacks” (where you are bent over leaning on a bench and you have the dumbell lifted by your side and then you extend your arm out behind you)

    but my absolute favorite dumbell exercise (probably my very favorite exercise of all) is the close hand dumbell press!

    wow! that exercise REALLY gets my triceps good!

    also for mass - by targeting the bigger (upper part of the tricep)

    dumbell pullovers are EXCELLENT!

    What is better for building triceps?

    I’ve recently noticed that I have very small triceps in comparison to my other muscles. I heard that pushups are great for triceps, but I’ve also heard the same about tricep dips, so I was wondering, which is better, or if you know of any other tricep exercise thats better than these?

    Answer

    Any pushing motion will engage your triceps:

    Weighted dips

    Skull crushers

    Bench Press

    Building strong forearms and triceps?

    how do you build them cause those are my weak muscles

    Answer

    The best tricep exercises are rope pulldowns, pushdowns, skullcrushers, dips, and close grip bench presses. These are tricep “mass builders” For strong forearms try some reverse barbell curls and wrist curls using barbells and dumbbells.

    Biceps and Triceps not showing ?

    I’ve been doing one-hundred pushups every other day since September of 2007 and the result is small. How much protein does the body need to take in to build muscle?

    Answer

    Purpose Arm (Biceps Brachii, Triceps, Forearms)

    Days Per Cycler: 2 Day Routine

     Rest Between Sets: 1:30-2:00 minutes Duration 60 Min per session

    This arm body building exercise/workout program is designed to increase biceps brachii, triceps and forearm size. Complete this arm/ bicep/tricep training program twice weekly. This is NOT a complete fitness program; these exercises should be added to your current regeme for arm growth.

    A planned nutritional program is one of the most important aspects of increasing size for any bodypart. Please see the nutrition section to learn about protein, carbohydrates and fats. The bottom line is to make sure to get 6 small meals during the day all having protein, veggies and fruit. Also, have carbs and protein during and after a workout for muscle recovery. This is needed for increasing arm size.

    This program focuses on compound exercises first and then isolation exercises to increase testosterone and growth hormone output for the rest of body for building size.

    A planned nutritional program is one of the most important aspects of any workout program. Please see the nutrition section to learn about protein, carbohydrates and fats. The bottom line is to make sure to get 6 small meals during the day all having protein, veggies and fruit. Also, have carbs and protein during and after a workout for muscle recovery. This is needed for increasing arm size.

    if you want to read more about this:

    http://www.myfit.ca/fitnessprograms/view…

    http://www.bodybuilding.com/fun/layne12….

    http://www.bigarms.bodybuilding-muscle.c…

    HOPE THIS HELPS! :)

    Whats the Best Bicep Workout? Building Mass?

    whats the best workout to do, or even the best couple excerises (in order) that you can do with your biceps to build mass?

    Answer

    I agree with the first answer that you need to focus at least as much attention to the triceps in order to have big arms. Arms tend to train pretty easily because they are a smaller muscle group than your quads, chest, or back. In fact, you can overtrain your biceps because they get worked doing other movements, like rows. Here are some tips to help you build mass:

    - Do your arm workout only twice a week; give the muscles time to recuperate and grow.

    - With every bicep workout, match it with a tricep workout.

    - Whenever possible while doing a bicep movement, like a dumbell curl, add a twist to the movement - literally. From a standing position holding your dumbells at your side, palms toward you, do a curl. As you near the top of the movement twist your forearm so your palms are facing up. This engages the small head of the bicep.

    - Use good form; don’t cheat and swing the weight.

    - Eat a lot of protein. Muscle is protein, and to build mass you need to consume protein.

    Have fun, and good luck.

    Build muscles ( six pack, biceps, triceps )

    Right, ive always been a fit person, but in the last few months ive stepped it up a gear. Ive been jogging most days, and im very fit now.

    I just want to build muscles now. like six pack, bigger triceps, and biceps. im very dtermined, so lets say 2-3 weeks. to see a real difference, how many pres ups, and sit ups would you recomend each day?

    Answer

    Take the body for life challenge or just get the book and follow it to the “T”

    It is written by Bill Phillips and I would highly recommend using EAS supplements and products because they taste good and they actually have the ingredients that it says they have on the box and are not misleading you. Remember 5 meals a day to keep your metabolism up, It can be two regular meals with an additional three shakes throughout the day or vise versa. Workout for 30 to 40 minutes every other day and cardio

    on non workout days. DO NOT work the same body part twice in one week! And I would suggest you go to your local track and do 20 to 30 yard sprints at full speed for 20 minutes, with limited breaks in between sprints and all other workouts. Remember get in and get out!

    Cut out all white food and ingredients from your diet, Salt,sugar,bread,rice,milk,etc. until you are well educated with nutrition. And remember your portions should never be bigger than your palm or fist, Otherwise known as portion distortion!

    Bill Phillips is a Scientist/Bodybuilder who became a best selling writer and entrepreneur. He single handedly took on the bodybuilding world and exposed the frauds and makers of the supplements of some of the biggest names in the business who were falsely selling bogus products. I guess you should not mess with a guy who is a scientist.

    Research him and then go for it, it is truly the real thing.

    Good Luck!

    Who’s building stronger biceps and triceps?

    two of my friends workout alot and I’m wondering who’s building more strength?

    1.190 pound friend is doing about 5 dips with a quick pace, while my 120 pound friend in doing 15 dips with a slow pace who’s building more tricep strength

    2.the 190 pound friend is doing dumbell curls with 60 pounds, while the 120 pound friend is doing 18 chin ups who’s build more bicep strength

    please give reasons why

    Answer

    Strength and power are two different things. Power comes from moving mass at high velocity. Strength on the other hand is just the ability exert force on physical object (i.e. lifting really heavy weights for your maximum benchpress)

    Your friend who’s doing 5 quick pace is training for power.

    Your other friend whos doing 15 dips at a slow pace is stimulating a different muscle fiber, which increases strength as opposed to power.

    For the biceps. Your friend whos doing dumbell curls is building more strength, because he is isolating the muscle. While the chin up dude is using primarily his back muscles (biceps are secondary) to perform chin ups.

    Well defined biecps/triceps???

    i want well defined or cut arms!

    i need tips coz im just a beginner in bodybuilding…im 17

    im lifting 12lbs dumbel

    is 12lb enough??

    how many reps??

    how many sets??

    any pointers??

    does heavier dumbel can help me get defined/cut arms? or is it for bulking them up? coz i dont want bulk arms

    im doing 4sets, 14-12-10-8 reps…, is that good? need help

    Answer

    Start of with 3 sets of 10 reps first.

    Use a dumbbell that you can comfortably do 10 reps without breaking form (going wobbly).

    Do 2-3 routines on each muscle group to work it until you feel the burn.

    Work out your biceps and triceps ONCE or twice a week as muscle builds when they have time to repair themselves.

    Keep to a good clean diet to reduce Body Fat %.

    Once you’ve done that for 3 months and you want more, go to www.bodybuilding.com for more routines ;)

    Does anyone know how to get muscle in the tricep, deltoid, biceps, and abs?

    plz tell me i really wanna know

    Answer

    Tricep - Hold a dumbell behind your head, far away from it, now extend your arms and bring it back down.

    Deltoids - With a dumbell in each hand, stand straight up with them at your sides. While you keep your arms straight, move them to your side so they line up with your shoulders. Bring it back down but not all the way.

    Biceps - Pushups, Bench press and curls will do the trick.

    Abdominals - CRUNCHES (no sit-ups), obliques (side situps) and reverse crunches (raising of the tailbone off of the floor) are the best ways in my opinion.

    Whats the best way to get muscles in my back,pecs,triceps,biceps.,neck ,shoulders,?

    i want to know the differnt types of exercises i could do to get bigger muscles in that areas.

    i want to get a workout plan or someone to tell me how to do the exrcises(write down how to do the exrcises for me if u can people.,)i woul appreciate it alot

    PS:am 16yrs old

    Answer

    I agree with Mr. Incognito. Check out bodybuilding.com, they have lists of all kinds of exercises to do and you can find out exactly which exercises target which muscles.