Building Muscles
Tuesday, June 10th, 2008Having a really hard time building muscle! giving best answer?
well im inbetween an ectomorph and an endomorph ive been working out for about 6 months and i have noticed results.
but i dont have much muscle im alot stronger and can produce some nice guns when i flex but thats it
i have recently started take a supplement with creatine and protein in 1
i am getting about 9 hours of sleep
i drink plenty of water
and eat alot of healthy protein packed food through out the day
but i still cant build any muscle
im thinking of takeing steroids even though i know the bad effects of what they can do
can any one give me some advice
ps im 17 75kgs 186cm
o yea i also train really hard so that shouldnt be the problem unless im training the wrong way i do 4 sets for every body part and 8 to 12 reps
maybe some people cant build any muscle?
Answer
3 steps to 30lbs… 1. creatine 2. protein 3. ‘muscle confusion’
Teenagers and whey protein for building muscle and gaining weight?
Hi,
I have several questions regarding a teenager who is trying to build muscle when going to the gym.
First, he wants to gain some weight so he can “bulk up” (not gain weight and get fat). He eats a lot, but just cannot gain weight. Would whey protein be good for this.
Also, he is trying to build muscle and get the most out of his workouts at the gym. A trainer said to have 1 whey protein shake an hour? before the workout, and another one directly after working out. Will this help build muscle? Is this healthy? Is this the correct amount to have? Also, how long should he have the whey protein for… every time working out… until we see some results (in muscle and in weight gain)? Should he weene off taking it or just stop? Will the results stay, or will he rely on having whey protein every time he works out.
Sorry for all the questions… your help is greatly appreciated.
Answer
a lot of protein is great, too much protein does nothing( the excess protein will just not be absorbed and will exit the body)
take roughly 1.5 times the amount you way in pounds a day. slowly over the day. The body can, again, roughly, absorb 30-35 grams of protein at a time. It is a good idea to drink a protein shake and have a carb source such as a banana before work out and after work out. Have another low carb hi protein shake right before you go to bed to refuel your muscels when yo uare asleep. That is when your muscles need the protein the scond most, the first most important time would be right after a workout(within an hour of end of training)
Just keep working out and pushing yourself harder and adding more weight, 4-5 days a week at max 1 hour sessions. remember the exercise should burn during the last reps of each set. Goodluck!
Best maximuscle supplement for building muscle?
looking at geting some maximuscle which type is best.
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Well, it depends on what exactly you’re looking for. According to their website, they’ve got 11 different products in their “build muscle” section. They have proteins, creatines, combinations (mostly with protein and other things), meal replacement bars, ZMA, etc. All of those can be used together if you wanted to, but you may want to buy from other companies that don’t charge as much for the simple ingredients (like the ZMA and Creatine at least).
Protein is basic fuel for your body and all muscles. Creatine is quick energy for your muscles. Meal replacement bars… well, that says it in the name. ZMA helps to boost Testosterone levels.
Each of those help different aspects of your workout and can help build muscle in their own way. I’d suggest taking a look at their website to see what’s available.
What is the best exersice method for building muscle in your entire body?
I want to get fit and there is a whole summer to do it so I would like to know. Thanks in advance.
Answer
Swimming makes every muscle in your body work.
What are the best foods to eat for building muscle?
And what are are the best drinks?
thx ^-^
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The basic norm for Muscle Building foods is “Eat, Eat and then eat some more”. Lets discover what to eat Now.
When eating to build muscle mass don’t get too fancy. The list below contains the best Muscle building foods proven to add pounds of muscle to your body.
The Best Muscle Building Foods
Any food that has high quantity of carbs and protein qualifies itself as best muscle building food. The best way to ensure that you get adequate muscle building nutrition is to combine 2 high quality sources of carbs and protein.
High Quality Muscle Building Carbohydrates
Carbohydrates are Muscle sparing nutrients. The body uses carbs for energy and muscles are filled with glycogen as well. Quality carbs will help you with high energy so vital for Muscle building workouts.
Complex carbs are the best as they are slow releasing. Simple carbs like fruit juices, energy drinks should be restricted to around workouts period as they provide immediately useable energy { insulin spike }, which if not used will be stored as fat.
The Best Complex Carbs
Bread
Brown rice
Oatmeal
Bagel
Pasta
Cereals
Potatoes
The Best Simple Carbohydrates
Fruits like Apple, Orange, Grapes, Raisins and Mango
Honey
High energy carb drinks
High Quality Muscle Building Proteins
Protein are regarded as the building blocks of Muscle. Not all foods contain enough proteins and their protein completeness also differs. Vegetarian diets have to be combined to get all essential amino acids in order to make a complete protein meal.
Without sufficient protein you guarantee failure. So make sure you eat one of the listed protein every meal.
The Best Protein Foods
Chicken breast
Turkey
Tuna
Egg whites
Cottage cheese
Yogurt
Protein Shakes
High Quality Fats
High quality essential fatty acids help the production of testosterone and hundreds of biological functions in the body.
The magical omega-3 fatty acids required for this can be found in the below listed foods.
The Best Fat Foods
Flaxseed oil
Olive oil
Udo’s choice
Cod-liver oil
High quality Energy Drink - Water
There is no replacement for water. Colas and alcohol cannot. Only Water means water.
Not many people drink enough water, not many people get the Muscle gain results they want either.
One Last Tip
Remember “Eat, Eat and then eat some more”. Your Muscle Building Gains will not disappoint you.
Building Muscle?
How can i build up my strength fairly quickly, preferably without supplements, particularly my legs? Where could I download a decent workout? What exercises would you recommend?
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very simple…. every muscle needs to be worked out once a week….
for the legs do squats, leg presses, hamstring curls and calf raises…..
Whats the best muscle building supplement on the market today?
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I use N.O.-Xplode before work outs and drink a Whey protein shake after work outs…and it seems to be working fine. N.O.-Xplode basically allows more oxygen to get to your muscles when working out, therefore allowing you to get more reps in each set. You can def. tell a difference the first time you use it. And taking protein after helps rebuild your muscles after tearing them down during a workout.
When Building Muscle what muscle groups are best worked on the same day?
Im started a new Workout routine with the intent of building muscle mass. Im spreading out my routine over 4 days with a rest day in between. I know about proper nutrition and all that. My question is im working
Chest.
Back.
Legs.
Calves.
Forearms.
Biceps.
Triceps.
shoulders.
What days should I combine with what muscle groups to get the best results?
Answer
try the split push, pull, legs which is chest, shoulders, triceps (push); back, biceps, forearms(pull) and legs (calves, quads, ham, butt) with abs in between. and you are suppose to rest at least 2 days in between each muscle group to give it time to rest.one day do push, next pull, next legs, so by time you get back to push you have rested the recommended 2 days.
What is the best muscle building supplement?
Answer
Creatine, whey.
And if your more of the adventures type, try Animal Stack or any supplement with andro
Building Muscle and Gaining Weight?
I am wanting to gain 15 pounds by spring 08, what are some foods I can eat to gain that are economical? Also Im naturally petite framed but want to bulk up muscle some, how could I do this considering my natural built? I have a fast metabolism but starting to gain easier since turned 25. I eat a lot of noodles, burgers, peanuts, beans and such. I am about to buy a protein shake that I used to.. Any recommendations be helpful and appreciated
Answer
load up on the chicken, fish and weights. no light weight, you have to push yourself. no more than 8 reps
Does building muscle increase your pounds of weight?
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Muscle is more dense than fat. Losing boy fat and gaining muscle mass will make a person weigh more.
Difference between strength training and building muscle?
Is there a way to do both? build muscle and build your strength, and can you show me the difference between the 2. To build strength you do alot of weight and fewer reps but more sets right? so like 5 reps but like 6 sets of it? i’m just looking for how many sets/reps you should do for strength training and building muscle. just differences
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You are talking about the same thing, strength training is building muscle. How else would you get stronger, by putting on fat?? Yes, typlically to lift heavier weight you will want to do less reps with more weight. But dont overdo it. It is easy to injur yourself if you are not training all of the muscles needed to perform an excercise eaqually. Dont neglect the importance of your arms and back in performing chest excercises etc.
What is better for building muscle, creatine or whey protein?
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Whey protein hands down. To build muscle you need to get several things straight: your workout, rest, and nutrition. Nutrition is probably the most important. If you’re not eating enough, you’re not going to grow. The most important macronutrient for building muscle is protein, and different sources will tell you you need different amounts, but the general “number” accepted by bodybuilders and weightlifters (e.g. not doctors and researchers) is 1g/lb bodyweight. So if you weigh 170lbs, you should aim for at least 170g protein a day. Drink lots, and lots of water, even if you aren’t thirsty, so that this does not task your kidneys.
So, whey protein is essential as it helps you get your diet in check. Creatine is extra, like icing on the cake. It can help you make great strength and muscle gains, and even though you will lose some of it when you get off creatine, your hard earned muscle will not just “disappear” contrary to what a lot of people think. Creatine does make you gain some water weight, but not all of it is just “water.” Also, newer formulations such as creatine dichelate, creatine magnesium chelate, etc. (a lot of time has passed since just normal creatine monohydrate years ago) transport the creatine better into the muscles so that it doesn’t get trapped just under your skin and give you the dreaded “creatine bloat.”
Do bodyweight exercises burn fat while building muscle? and is it a great way to get rdy for lifting weights?
is that True or should i just start lifting? im 16 yrs old btw
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At 16 bodyweight is the IDEAL way to get yourself ready for heavy lifting. Your bones arent formed properly at 16 and heavy lifting can actually stunt your growth or cause permanent damage. Where as body weight will keep you strong, and in the condition you would need to be in to play most sports.
You may want to also take up pilates (bodyweight exercises) or yoga (which will increase your flexibility, reducing the amount of injury you are likely to cause yourself).
If building muscle…?
should i limit my cardio so i don’t lose my muscle???…i am 14 and a hockey player..i want to build muscles and increase speed wat should my weight time and cardio time look like. e.g 1 hour daily weights and 20 mins cardio
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Don’t lift every day. But one hour is good, 3, 4 times a week. I’m not sure as to whether cardio will make you lose muscle. Cardio will slow your metabolism down, while if you gain muscle mass, that will speed it up. If you eat a lot and your metabolism is slowing down, that might help you gain weight. But if you burn too many calories while doing cardio, you might lose weight. If you do a lot a lot of cardio that will make you lose weight also because of the way it trains your muscles. But I don’t think 20 min a day would be bad at all. More than 60 min every day would be bad. But 20-30 min sounds good. Good luck!
Building muscle and toning it?
ok well is doin 10reps with a 20lb dumbell in each hand the same as benching a 100lb 10x’s?? i heard that toning and buildin r diff since building NEEDS more weight and toning just involves lower weight but more reps but by toning can i also build muscle eventually?? and abo how long if i do 20 reps with a 20lb dumbell 4 times a week
btw im a teen that doesnt no much abo weight lifting stuff but trying 2 learn and plz dont tell me im too yung cuz teens is the right age plus telling me that wont help me
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I cannot answer your question, but I want to tell you there isn’t any such thing as “toning” your muscles. If you are lifting weights you are building muscle.
Wat anabolic steroids caqn i take for building muscles?
wer can i buy them from in india , chennai
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I suggest none. No steroids are safe, because you never know what you are getting. About the safest you can get to taking roids is if you have a verrrry good friend that has been taken them for a while. Get them from him, but remember, there still not safe, he doesnt know who made them, and he doesn’t know what in them.
My suggestion keep workin out, get ya some protein and creatine!!
Should you lose belly fat before building muscle?
I have at least 25 pound to lose around my mid section and I don’t want to build muscle under the fat. Should I lose the fat first then build the muscle?
Thanks
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that is why u must loss ur belly fat
and i have solution to ur belly fat
Small Ways to Lose a Big Belly
1. Fried foods are garbage. Potato chips, French fries and onion rings are pregnant with saturated fat and calories, yet they contain zero healthy or muscle-promoting nutrients. If you’re on a fat-loss plan, simply eliminate fried foods. That alone will allow you to shed lard quickly
2. Drink a glass of skim milk as soon as you wake up. Some quick protein before you even step into the shower will energize you and end those morning cravings for Egg McMuffins and pastry.
3. Do 2 minutes of pushups every morning. It’s tough to exercise as soon as you roll out of bed, but you can burn off 21 calories a day–2 1/2 pounds in a year.
4. Toss a quart of water in your briefcase. Water helps you burn calories–96 calories just by carrying a bottle while you walk for 20 minutes. Serve it over ice in your office and your body will burn 31 calories warming it to 98.6. Then there’s the aerobic effect of all those bathroom runs.
5. Want to look better naked? Try drinking half as much alcohol. Alcohol contains calories. You may drink like a fish, but booze isn’t water. Even a light beer has more than 100 calories. Booze makes you store fat. Your body sees alcohol as a poison, and tries desperately to get rid of it. Your liver stops processing all other calories until it has dealt with the alcohol. So anything else you eat during the time you’re drinking is more likely to end up as fat. Alcohol also lowers testosterone. With more abdominal fat, testosterone drops.
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Is the Weider Crossbow good for building muscle?
Has anyone had sucess with this machine? I’m thinking about buying one and don’t want to waste time or money.
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waste of money. if you want to build muscles do lift free weights which really against the gravity and you become a really strong man. no machine does that. go to the park do chin-ups do squats, dead lifts. buy heavy dumbbells
