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Contests
Don't Go To Your First Competition Unprepared!
Going into your first competition can be a daunting experience. I'm going into to a local bodybuilding competition soon in the under 19 first timers and I've been told all these small details which can really effect my performance on stage.
Section: Contests :: Apr 28, 2002
Thinking About Entering A Competition?
Everyone hits a plateau I have actually just hit one and another competitor who's doing the same competition as me said he's seen gains everywhere but in his legs which he also hates working. When this happens it does make us loose the motivation we started with and think to our selves is it all worth it? When this happens don't loose heart and you will get through it.
Section: Contests :: May 22, 2002
Competition Diary.
I will be competing in my first bodybuilding competition and I decided to keep a diary of everything that happens from now until the day of the show.
Section: Contests :: May 03, 2002
Prep For A Bodybuilding Competition
This is where I decided I would prepare properly for my next show and learn from my mistakes so I will have no excuses for a poor performance on stage.
Section: Contests :: Sep 04, 2002
Coping With A Medical Condition
For most people a medical condition unless really serious does not stop them from training and in some cases it can motivate you. The biggest person in my gym has diabetes but he always come in with two mars bars and he trains normally.
Section: Mind :: Mar 05, 2002
Has Your Motivation Got The Best Of You?
In my opinion if you have lost your motivation you will nearly always give a half hearted effort. If you have lost your motivation, read this article.
Section: Mind :: Mar 07, 2002
Dealing With Parents!
I don't know about you but my parents hate the thought of me bodybuilding. I envy all of you who have supporting parents who encourage you to eat right and go to the gym. Here's what you need to know to convince your parents that your bodybuilding 'lifestyle' is okay.
Section: Mind :: Apr 01, 2002
Determination Makes A Champion!
What makes a good bodybuilder a great bodybuilder? What separates the winners from the losers? For people wishing to take their willpower to the max start training for a show and you will see what it takes for competitive bodybuilders to compete.
Section: Mind :: Jan 22, 2002
Mind
School's Starting, Great!
School's started again after that well deserved summer holiday and I bet you're all excited about catching up with all your teachers and seeing the teacher which glares at you when you start to nod off in their class... well me neither. Learn how to plan out your day!
Section: Mind :: Sep 26, 2000
Nutrition
10 Nutritional Mistakes
Find out the ten most commonly mistaken nutritional facts!
Section: Nutrition :: Sep 03, 2002
Sports
Bodybuilding For Tennis!
I've designed four separate routines that work different parts of the body. Each workout will help to increase strength, size and stamina and with in turn improve your tennis ability while helping put on mass.
Section: Sports :: Mar 07, 2002
John Lemare Q & A
Got questions? Get the straight answers on working out, nutrition and more right here!
Section: Supplements :: Jul 03, 2002
Supplements
Facts About Steroids!
The hormonal system can be effected. For men they can get infertility, breasts and shrinking of the testicles (the girls would love these!) For women they can develop enlargement of the clitoris and excessive growth of hair.
Section: Supplements :: Mar 07, 2002
The Proper Way To Warm Up!
Firstly who actually warms up at the beginning of their training session by stretching. I reckon 90% of teenagers who go to the gym forget that part and go straight into heavy lifting.
Section: Training :: Mar 07, 2002
Who Wants Tree Trunks For Legs?
Before the workout you should pre-exhaust your thighs by doing a set of leg extensions to failure.
Section: Training :: Mar 07, 2002
Q And A On Nutrition, Exercise!
If it's fat you want to loose I suggest a light jog or cycle on an empty stomach first thing in the morning for around 30 minutes.
Section: Training :: Mar 07, 2002
Want Abs? No Pain, No Gain!
I'm sure you all know you can not get abs if you do not have your body fat at around 10%. This is where most people go wrong. They have a diet that consists of chocolate bars and crisps and they expect their abs to pop out by doing hundreds of crunches and leg raises... DON'T DO THIS!
Section: Training :: Mar 07, 2002
Training
The Beginner Starting Out!
Many articles are great for experienced bodybuilders. This article is for the beginner looking to train the right way. Here is what you need to ask yourself before you enter the gym, and many tips for being successful!
Section: Training :: Aug 20, 2001
Training While On Holiday!
If you are trying to cut -up and you are on holiday by a beach it's the perfect time to go for a 20 minute swim or even running on the sand as it is harder than on the treadmill and much more tiring so you will burn more calories.
Section: Training :: Mar 07, 2002
Want To Try Something Different?
Do you want to try a program that is totally different to the all out on every exercise
that people recommend? For this program you will have three cycles. Try it out for great results!
Section: Training :: Mar 12, 2002
The Importance Of Cardio!
I'm sure most of you reading this hate cardio. I actually for the first two weeks enjoyed getting up at 5.30am to go for a 30 minute jog but then I realized why so many of you hate cardio.
Section: Training :: May 07, 2002
Putting On Mass!
The most important part of putting on mass is the overlooked diet. The food you eat provides the necessary building blocks to repair and build more muscle tissue.
Section: Training :: Mar 07, 2002
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