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Spotlight - The Bodybuilding Doctor: An Interview With Mauro Di Pasquale, M.D.
In this article, we'll turn the spotlight directly on Dr. Di Pasquale and learn about the man, his life, his work, and the substantial contribution he's made...
Section: Contests :: Oct 20, 2004
Why Weight Train: 4 Reasons From An NFL Coach!
Chet Fuhrman of the Pittsburgh Steelers outlines four weight training basics and how they can benefit you!
Section: Mind :: Oct 30, 2003
Mind
Re-Evaluating Your Goals: It's Up To You!
From time to time it is of infinite importance to re-evaluate where you stand in relation to the goals you set for yourself. These evaluations can help determine your performance or training fate.
Section: Mind :: Oct 02, 2003
Goal Setting: Your Personal Blueprint To Fitness Success: Part Two!
Now that you have decided on why you want a fitness plan and have realistically judged when you can do it. Here are a few tips to help you reafine how you are going to do it. Again, it's all about setting goals.
Section: Mind :: Nov 13, 2003
Goal Setting: Your Personal Blueprint To Fitness Success!
Learn all about the why and the when in your fitness plan by setting goals! Also, you will find a few tips on helping you with the how in your plan!
Section: Mind :: Nov 12, 2003
Inside Stress: How It Affects Us!
It's the constant of modern life and it affect us in many different ways, usually for the worse. It is stress and it can be insidious.
Section: Mind :: Apr 22, 2004
Motivation Within A Strength & Conditioning Program: Part 2!
In Part II of this series on Motivation Coach Nemish explains, in detail, how a strength and conditioning coach should use four incentive systems to motivate athletes.
Section: Mind :: Jul 04, 2004
Motivation Within A Strength & Conditioning Program: Part 1!
In Part I of this series on motivation Coach Nemish explains, in detail, how a strength and conditioning coach should lay the groundwork for his or her program.
Section: Mind :: Jul 04, 2004
10 Tips For Safe Grilling.
Anytime you handle or prepare meat, chicken or seafood you need to take extra precautions to prevent food-borne illnesses. Learn why and how to...
Section: Nutrition :: Sep 24, 2004
FAQs About The Glycemic Index (GI)!
This articles answers some of the most frequently asked questions about the Glycemic Index.
Section: Nutrition :: Jul 06, 2004
Deciphering The Food Label Code!
To some people trying to manage chronic disease like heart ailment or diabetes, label reading is a critical and lots of times a life saving matter. Learn more!
Section: Nutrition :: May 17, 2004
Guide To Sugar Alternatives!
Clearly, too much sugar is not good for everybody, with all the unpleasant consequences from tooth decay to obesity and diabetes to heart disease. But how about alternatives? Does it matter where you get your sweet?
Section: Nutrition :: Apr 14, 2004
How Much Water Do You Really Need?
Almost everyone agrees that water is good for you and that the biggest problem with water intake is that you don’t drink enough. Learn why and find out the truth...
Section: Nutrition :: Sep 27, 2004
Post-Exercise Carbohydrates May Be Counter-Productive.
There's no doubt that the use of amino acids both before, during and after exercise has significant short term effects on protein synthesis... Learn what some of the drawbacks might be by focusing on post exercise carb intake and more.
Section: Nutrition :: Jul 13, 2007
Sleep: Myths And Facts!
Lots of people have strong views and misconceptions about sleep or lack of it. A lot of these are shaped by living in an essentially sleep deprived post-industrial society...
Section: Nutrition :: Apr 08, 2004
InsideOut - Skin Therapy For Bodybuilders!
The only way to effectively strengthen the skin and increase healing is to supply your body with the means and nutrients to do both. This is the purpose of InsideOut! Check out this great product!
Section: Nutrition :: Nov 02, 2005
Fat Confusion: Is Fat Bad For You?
Over the last four decades I've maintained that a certain amount of saturated fat, especially saturated fat from red meat, is good for you. Learn why...
Section: Nutrition :: Feb 17, 2005
Getting Back In Shape.
We’ve all been in shape at one time or another in our lives. Unfortunately most of us have also gotten out of shape, and a bit pudgy, or even a lot.
Section: Nutrition :: Dec 13, 2004
A Short History Of The Low-Carbohydrate Diet.
The low carb diet has been the diet news story of the last decade. But believe it or not, it didn't start with Dr. Atkins or with Dr. Di Pasquale's Anabolic or Metabolic Diets. It actually started with a London undertaker more than 140 years ago.
Section: Nutrition :: Oct 19, 2004
Understanding Food Labels & Knowing What To Look For!
The ability to read and evaluate food labels is not just a matter of choosing to eat healthy. To those of us trying to gain muscle mass choosing the right mix of foods can be critical. Learn how to decipher those labels and more!
Section: Nutrition :: Dec 20, 2007
Alcohol And The Metabolic Diet.
Studies show that even small amounts of alcohol have a large impact on fat metabolism. Dropping whole body lipid oxidation (a measure of how much fat your body is burning) by up to 73%! Learn why!
Section: Nutrition :: Dec 04, 2003
Microwaves Destroy Antioxidants In Vegetables!
Studies show that microwaving vegetables can destroy up to 97% of cancer-preventing antioxidants, and that blanching and freezing can destroy up to 70% of vitamins. Learn why!
Section: Nutrition :: Dec 02, 2003
Nutrition
Are You Getting Your Protein?
Combining the right foods to get the correct amount and type of protein can be tricky. Mauro Di Pasquale, M.D. gives you tips on what foods you should concentrate on.
Section: Nutrition :: Oct 01, 2003
Nutritional Supplements Vs. Whole Foods: There's A Place For Both!
If you are a competitive athlete, you know that whole foods arn't enough. Find out why and what supplements you should be taking...
Section: Nutrition :: Apr 05, 2004
Nighttime Nutrition: Grow While You Sleep!
Due to the dynamics of sleep and exercise it is possible for your muscles to grow while you sleep! If you do it right, you can make maximum use of that beauty sleep to grow muscle, repair and rejuvenate the body and mind, and lose body fat.
Section: Nutrition :: Dec 12, 2003
Fish Oils Can Make You Thin!
Dietary fat is often implicated as the primary root cause of the prevalence of obesity in developed countries. However, research continues to mount that support all fat is not evil. In fact, some dietary fat is good.
Section: Nutrition :: Oct 23, 2003
Smoking & Musculoskeletal Pain!
There’s reason enough for people not to smoke, given the adverse health consequences and the detrimental effects it has on exercise performance. But now there’s even more reason for butting out.
Section: Nutrition :: Dec 16, 2003
Fat Facts: The Real Story On Cholesterol & Fats!
For the past two decades, low fat, low cholesterol is the mantra of those trying to lose weight, prevent cancer and avoid heart disease. In light of recent studies however, this view is outdated.
Section: Nutrition :: Mar 30, 2004
Eat Less, Live Longer!
The connection between eating less and living longer has been known to researchers since the 1930s when a Cornell University nutrition professor unexpectedly discovered that dieting rats tend to live 30 percent longer.
Section: Nutrition :: Feb 17, 2004
Use Of Nutritive And Nonnutritive Sweeteners.
It is the position of The American Dietetic Association that consumers can safely enjoy a range of nutritive and non-nutritive sweeteners when consumed in moderation and within the context of a diet consistent with the Dietary Guidelines for Americans. Learn more!
Section: Nutrition :: Jan 21, 2004
Pre-Season Rugby Training!
Sport-specific training leads to physical enhancement during sport-specific situations. This is a conditioning program for rugby players set up by Coach Barnes.
Section: Sports :: Jul 06, 2004
Strength Training The Los Angeles Dodgers Way!
An off-season strength and conditioning program is extremely important for baseball players. Here is what Coach Clausen of the Los Angeles Dodgers wants you and his players to keep in mind when following his strength program. Bonus: Nolan Ryan On Conditioning!
Section: Sports :: May 04, 2004
How To Increase Foot Speed On The Ice!
One frequently asked question by hockey players is, How do I increase my foot speed on the ice? That is a very hockey-specific question, and Coach Nemish has the answer.
Section: Sports :: Apr 23, 2004
Recovery Times For Anaerobic Running!
Coach Tuten explains how and why you should monitor your recovery time between sprints during anaerobic conditioning.
Section: Sports :: Jul 29, 2004
Rugby Q&A With Phil Wagner!
Coach Wagner, Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach at the University of California, Berkeley, answers seven questions about conditioning for a rugby player.
Section: Sports :: Apr 15, 2004
Get Faster: Anyone Can Increase Their Basic Speed!
Three components affect your maximal speed: Stride Frequency, Stride Length, and Anaerobic Endurance. Here's a quick look at all three & how they work together.
Section: Sports :: Aug 02, 2004
Cardio Training Guidelines For Basketball Players!
For every activity there is a specific way you should train to get maximal, timely results. Coach Falsone details his cardio workout for the Rockets and Comets.
Section: Sports :: Jul 27, 2004
Denver Broncos Flexibility Development!
Coach Tuten provides you with the flexibility development program that he has implemented with the Denver Broncos. Learn how to stretch like the Denver Broncos.
Section: Sports :: Oct 06, 2003
Strength Training: The Tampa Bay Buccaneer Way!
Coach Asanovich takes strength and conditioning very seriously, and he expects his players to follow suit. This excerpt from his off-season training manual says it all.
Section: Sports :: Sep 23, 2003
Sports
Denver Broncos Speed & Endurance Program!
The Denver Broncos speed and endurance program was developed by the Denver Broncos strength staff to help improve our overall team speed. This is the explanation of the Rich Tuten's Denver Bronco Speed and endurance program exactly as it appears in their players training manual.
Section: Sports :: Sep 09, 2003
In-Season Power Training!
Coach Clark explains that training for power during the competitive season is as important to athletic success as training for power in the off-season and pre-season.
Section: Sports :: Aug 02, 2004
For Concussions, Rest Is Best!
Approximately ten percent of all athletes involved in contact sports, such as football, hockey, and soccer suffer a concussion each season (some estimates are as high as 19 percent). Because many mild concussions go undiagnosed and unreported, it is difficult to estimate precisely the rate of concussion in any sport.
Section: Sports :: Jan 15, 2004
Four-Week Program For Change Of Direction In Sports!
Regardless of whether you're breaking on a fly ball, going in the hole, or charging a bunt you have to start, stop, and change direction. You must also be able to keep your body under control in the process. In game situations, most errors and injuries occur during plays involving an all-out change of direction.
Section: Sports :: Mar 23, 2004
Tips And Reminders For In-Season Pre-Practice Warm-Up!
It is very important for coaches to implement an efficient and effective pre-game warm-up system that works to get their team properly prepared for the game.
Section: Sports :: Jan 20, 2004
Sports Medicine: For Concussions, Bench Remedy!
Approximately ten percent of all athletes involved in contact sports, such as football, hockey, and soccer suffer a concussion each season. Find out what is best when it comes to concussions...
Section: Sports :: Apr 06, 2004
Women's Training For Basketball!
Coach Sigmon and Physical Therapist Jay Isear of the Charlotte Hornets, who work with both men and women professional basketball players, explain the different approaches they take in training the two genders.
Section: Sports :: Aug 12, 2004
Gator Agility And Foot Quickness Training.
Here are detailed directions on how Coach Glass coaches the Gators to have better agility and quicker feet.
Section: Sports :: Sep 15, 2004
Nutrition & Football!
Although body types in football differ greatly from position-to-position nutritional needs remain basically the same. At the 49ers we have a Food First approach. We advocate a high-carbohydrate, moderate-protein, low-fat diet.
Section: Sports :: Aug 08, 2004
Motivation Within A Strength & Conditioning Program: Part 3!
In Part III of this series on Motivation Coach Nemish explains, in detail, how a strength and conditioning coach get athletes to motivate each other.
Section: Sports :: Sep 14, 2004
NBA Power Conditioning.
Anybody who thinks that strength training isn't for basketball players is dead wrong. Coach Foran of the Miami Heat explains why it's important, and how the coaches of the NBCCA can help all basketball players reach their potential through proper...
Section: Sports :: Sep 10, 2004
Nolan Ryan On Conditioning.
Nolan Ryan talks about how a weight training program was critical to his success.
Section: Sports :: Sep 10, 2004
Baseball Hip & Groin Drills For Strength & Mobility!
The following drills simulate a number of the movement patterns required in game and practice situations. They are designed to help improve functional strength, range of motion and mobility in the hip and groin. Do them three times per week year around.
Section: Sports :: Jul 09, 2005
Sport-Specific Training For Football.
If you want to perform like the pros, you need to train like the pros. Here Coach Barnes explains exactly how he trains the San Francisco 49ers.
Section: Sports :: Sep 17, 2004
Basketball Training Programs For Young Athletes.
During this time of year in basketball, coaches should really make the most of their there pre-practice and pre-game stretching routines. Get some great samples right here and see a great bonus section!
Section: Sports :: Nov 02, 2005
Develop A Strong Vertical Jump!
An explosive vertical jump is important to nearly all athletes regardless of their sport of choice. Coach Brungardt shares some ideas on how to improve your vertical through complementary exercises.
Section: Sports :: Aug 09, 2004
Strengthen Your Wrists & Forearms For Wrestling, Rock Climbing, Water Skiing & More...
Coach Brungardt explains why it's important to work the wrists and forearms, and what to do to make them stronger.
Section: Sports :: Aug 22, 2004
Dynamic Stretching Routine For Women's Basketball!
Here is dynamic stretching routine that Coach Ciaravella uses with the Miami Sol of the WNBA.
Section: Sports :: Aug 12, 2004
Iron And Athletic Performance
A lot hinges on the ability of the body to transport oxygen. Oxygen is transported in the blood by the pigment of the red blood cells (hemoglobin). Iron is a component of...
Section: Sports :: Aug 27, 2004
Strength Training For Kids Is OK. But Bodybuilding Is Dangerous?
You've heard talk about strength training for children, but you wonder, is it really good? Absolutely?it is safer than most sports! Learn more from my own experience and studies about the danger of other sports.
Section: Sports :: Feb 27, 2007
Protein, Exercise, And Factors Affecting Muscle Mass.
The principles behind the regulation of protein metabolism are worth knowing about… Learn more about these factors if you want to know how important protein and exercise are as you try to maximize body composition and exercise performance.
Section: Supplements :: Nov 30, 2007
The Importance Of Slow And Fast Dietary Proteins.
The speed of absorption of dietary amino acids varies according to the type of ingested dietary protein... Learn just how important slow and fast proteins, taken at the appropriate time, can affect your ability to put on lean mass.
Section: Supplements :: Jan 22, 2008
Drug Testing - Is It Fair? 40 Years Later!
Drug testing of athletes for performance enhancing substances has been going on now for over four decades... Here are criticisms against drug testing methods and suggestions that could make them better. Get the latest here.
Section: Supplements :: Sep 10, 2008
Essential Fatty Acids - Essential For Gains.
This is the third article in a series covering what I call the 'Foundation Supplements.' In this article we'll deal with the essential and some important non essential fatty acids. Learn more right here.
Section: Supplements :: Oct 29, 2007
Stressed Out - Cause And Solution!
We're all familiar with psychological stress. It can bring us down both physically and mentally. ReNew can help. Find out what ReNew is and how it can relieve stress.
Section: Supplements :: Nov 29, 2005
The Bodybuilding Steroid Dilemma: How To Get Off Steroids.
If you need help getting off steroids, see your doctor and bring this article as well as some of the papers I mention above. If you have some problems getting any of the articles, drop me a line and I'll see if I can help.
Section: Supplements :: Jan 07, 2005
Alanine – The Essential Non-Essential Amino Acid.
All amino acids are important in one way or another. Take alanine for example. Most feel that alanine, a non-essential amino acid, has no place in an amino acid formulation. But they're wrong. Learn why right here!
Section: Supplements :: Oct 22, 2007
Calcium And Fat Loss!
Several studies have shown that calcium plays a key role in body weight regulation and especially on fat metabolism. Learn more about what these studies are showing us and how that can help you. Learn more here!
Section: Supplements :: Nov 22, 2005
Rejuvenating Your Brain With Acetyl-L-Carnitine And Alpha-Lipoic Acid!
The combination of acetyl-l-carnitine and alpha lipoic acid has been shown to help neurons maintain optimal energy levels and rejuvenate aging brains. Learn more about these two supplements and what they do right here.
Section: Supplements :: Dec 05, 2005
Whey Protein, Creatine & Glutamine Combo Studies!
Does a mixture of whey protein isolate, creatine and glutamine help increase strength? Read more and find out the results of several different studies!
Section: Supplements :: Nov 04, 2004
Lipoic Acid: The Super Supplement!
Lipoic acid is a powerful antioxidant. That alone would justify it's place in our must have supplement list. But lipoic acid does much more.
Section: Supplements :: Nov 13, 2003
Supplements
An In-Depth Analysis Of L-Tyrosine.
Dr. Di takes a scientific look into claims that tyrosine can do wonders for sports performance and weight loss, and for anything else that may ail you.
Section: Supplements :: Aug 27, 2003
Ephedra: Why All The Fuss?
Ephedra is used by bodybuilders and other athletes, and by those wanting to lose weight/body fat, for two main reasons. First of all it increases their energy and training drive. Secondly, under certain conditions, it increases metabolic rate and the mobilization and oxidation of body fat.
Section: Supplements :: Sep 16, 2003
Effects Of Glutamine On Athletic Training!
Because it is so prominent in supplements these days, Dr. Di gives us the ins and outs of Glutamine, and what it can mean to athletic training. Learn what glutamine can do for you!
Section: Supplements :: Oct 08, 2003
Magnesium Boosts The Effects Of Creatine: Get Big Faster!
A new random, blind study has shown that combining Magnesium with Creatine significantly boosts strength after two weeks of supplementation. Creatine Advantage combines Creatine Monohydrate with other synergistic ingredients (including Magnesium) to maximize your training results.
Section: Supplements :: Nov 07, 2003
MRP's And Body Composition!
What exactly is a meal replacement powder? Is it a substitute for having a salad, vegetables, steak and desert, and maybe even a glass of red wine? Don't be ridiculous. Learn more about what these are right here.
Section: Supplements :: Dec 13, 2005
Increasing Energy & Decreasing Fatigue.
There are a number of components in the energy equation. Learn what they are...
Section: Supplements :: Jan 15, 2005
Amino Acids For Musculoskeletal Health.
Amino acids contribute to musculoskeletal health and repair in many ways. Get some great examples of what they can help you with and learn a little in the process. Check it out.
Section: Supplements :: Feb 24, 2006
Essential Fatty Acids And Dieting!
Omega-3 and various other fats are very important in a healthy diet to help with cholesterol and various other problems. Learn more here about what it can do for you. Read on...
Section: Supplements :: Feb 02, 2006
The Matrix And Injuries - More About Glucosamine, Chondroitin And Hyaluronic Acid.
The extracellular matrix fills the spaces in between cells and collagen fibers in the musculoskeletal system, particularly in and around joints... See how these components are being used.
Section: Supplements :: Feb 24, 2006
MRP LoCarb -The Ultimate Anabolic, AntiCatabolic, Fat Burning, MRP Shake!
What is MRP LoCarb? Well to learn about what it is exactly then you have come to the right place. This amazing product is loaded with the consumer in mind. There were no short cuts taken here. Learn more...
Section: Supplements :: Dec 15, 2005
Antioxidants - Maximizing The Training Effect.
Antioxidants form a front line defense against cell damage caused by free radicals...Get detailed information right here about the importance of vitamins and various types of antioxidants including vitamins C and many more.
Section: Supplements :: Oct 10, 2007
Vitamins And Minerals For Recovery And Repair.
Recovery and repair of tissues require a host of vitamins and minerals that participate in synthesis of new cells... Here is a list of those that have been shown to help. Read on to learn more...
Section: Supplements :: Jan 23, 2006
The Importance Of Vitamins And Minerals!
Vitamins and minerals, widely used by athletes and the general population are useful... Learn about types of vitamins and minerals and what they be used for right here.
Section: Supplements :: Oct 04, 2007
Dietary Fats And Essential Fatty Acids.
While the human body can manufacture most of the fat necessary it cannot manufacture linoleic acid or alpha-linolenic acid. Learn more here about these good fats!
Section: Supplements :: Jan 19, 2006
Fat Loss - Effects Of Calcium, Magnesium, Vitamin D.
Several studies have shown that calcium plays a key role in body weight regulation and especially on fat metabolism. Learn more about that and several other minerals in regard to fat loss.
Section: Supplements :: Dec 27, 2005
Supplementation: A Look At Why You Should Take Nutritional Supplements!
I believe there are two reasons we should all take a high quality vitamin and mineral supplement. Those are less health problems as we age, and to improve health and functioning. Learn more right here.
Section: Supplements :: Dec 24, 2005
The Nutritional Equivalent To Liposuction!
Is this even possible? Well yes it is. Science has been discovering a great deal about several supplements and how well they work together. Learn more about them right here!
Section: Supplements :: Jan 03, 2006
Successful Home Fitness Training!
The sale of home fitness equipment is a trillion dollar industry. Well, maybe not a trillion dollars, but it seems like it. It's likely you or someone you own has something like this. Find out how to finally succeed when you are working out at home!
Section: Training :: Dec 05, 2003
Fatigue And Exercise!
Fatigue is a part of life and we’re all familiar with it. But it can be difficult to describe and people express it in a variety of ways, using terms such as tired, weak, exhausted, weary, worn-out, fatigued, burnt out, wiped, etc...
Section: Training :: Apr 08, 2004
Dallas Cowboys Stretching & Flexibility Routine!
This is the complete detailed stretching and flexibility program of the NFL's Dallas Cowboys exactly as Coach Juraszek presents it to the boys...
Section: Training :: Nov 14, 2003
Bulgarian Leg Training Secrets Explained!
This is an extensive and thought-provoking article about the different leg training protocols that were popularized by the dominant Bulgarian weightlifting teams of the latter half of the Twentieth Century.
Section: Training :: Jul 16, 2004
Ankle Flexibility In Athletics: Underrated & Overlooked!
Perhaps the most overlooked area in flexibility with regards to athletics is the ankle. Coach Wagner focuses on the muscles of the lower leg and their role in ankle flexibility.
Section: Training :: Oct 14, 2003
Choosing The Right Fitness Facility.
If you think physical fitness is crucial to your health, then choosing the right fitness centre should be on the top of your must do list.
Section: Training :: Nov 10, 2004
Training
Bob Sapp's (The Beast) Training and Nutrition Secrets!
Lifestyle, training, diet and nutritional supplement use are all important in maximizing strength, performance and muscle mass. Dr. Di has helped Bob Sapp become an anabolic beast at 6 feet 5 inches and weighing in at over 350 pounds. Bob is has mass and size that has rarely been seen. Did I mention that he is ALL NATURAL?
Section: Training :: Sep 04, 2003
Tracking Your Progress.
The first step to measuring your progress is to figure out where you want to be. Here I will share ideas for measuring progress and staying on track with training. Read on...
Section: Training :: Jan 09, 2006
Developing A High School Weight Training Program.
In this article, I will help high school coaches in developing a conditioning training program to optimize the performance of their athletes. This program is not just for football, many other high school athletes can benefit from a training program.
Section: Training :: Sep 29, 2004
Women & Weight Training!
Weight training offers women a number of benefits including weight loss and fat burning, improving muscle tone as well as fighting osteoarthritis and osteoporosis.
Section: Training :: Jul 24, 2004
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