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1 Week Out
At one week out I'm holding steady at about 191 lbs. By the end of the week after I carb deplete I should be around 187.
Section: Contests :: Jul 29, 2002
A Unique Combination Of Science And Experience Based Pre-Contest Advice.
This article will provide competitors information on diet, training, tanning, posing, and other competition related topics.
Section: Contests :: Mar 11, 2005
An Interview With 2008 Iron Man Competitor Troy Alves!
Troy Alves is one of the best IFBB pros that have yet to win a show. I recently got a chance to catch up with him and chat about his training and preparation for the 2008 shows. Read on for this and more.
Section: Contests :: Jan 24, 2008
An Interview With 9-Time UFC Champ Matt Hughes!
I recently had the pleasure of interviewing 9-time UFC Champ Matt Hughes. Join me as Matt talks about past fights, training, nutrition, off-season, and more right here. Check it out!
Section: Sports :: Nov 20, 2007
An Interview With Feared NFL Linebacker Bill 'Romo' Romanowski!
I had a great opportunity to chat with one of the most feared linebackers in NFL history, Bill 'Romo' Romanowski. In this interview we talked football, drug testing, training, and more, and Romo had some very intriguing answers.
Section: Contests :: Oct 29, 2007
An Interview With WNBF Pro And Top Money Maker Dave Goodin!
Dave Goodin is a 3 time WNBF world's winner and the top money winner in natural bodybuilding history. I had a chance to chat with him earlier this year. Learn more about him, his successes, his issues with the WNBF and much more.
Section: Contests :: Jun 05, 2007
Are Carbohydrates Anabolic?
The main focus of this article will be to determine whether or not carbohydrates can be considered anabolic or not. Read on to get the details.
Section: Nutrition :: Dec 07, 2006
Are High Protein Diets Safe? Dispelling The Myths.
We would like to present to the consumer some widely accepted 'myths' about protein! See some of the seriously flawed accusations against protein below. The facts are presented!
Section: Supplements :: Dec 20, 2005
Be In The KNOw About NO!
Products that increase nitric oxide claim to have positive influences on body composition and recovery by increasing blood flow to skeletal muscle. Is that true? Find out here...
Section: Supplements :: Feb 25, 2005
Bodybuilding Nutrition For The College Student!
As a freshman in college I found that there were many temptations and many freedoms that did not exist at home. I also found that the 3 meals a day offered on the meal plan left much to be desired in the way of a bodybuilder's nutrition plan!
Section: Nutrition :: Jan 09, 2002
Bulking - How To Do It Right!
All right. I get the same questions about bulking everyday. Guys want to bulk up but have no idea how to do it. I'll show you all how.
Section: Nutrition :: Dec 21, 2001
Can Chuck Come Back: An Interview With UFC Champion, Chuck Liddell!
Check out the interview with UFC fighter Chuck Liddell about his thoughts of his upcoming bout! Chuck & Wanderlei Silva is perhaps the most anticipated fight amongst the hardcore MMA fans in history. Learn more here...
Section: Sports :: Dec 29, 2007
Chimaira Drummer Andols Herrick Explains Training & Touring Lifestyle!
Chimaira drummer Andols Herrick - I thought it would be very cool for our readers to get to know a real life rock star who is also a member of the iron fraternity. See how he trains and more while following a demanding schedule!
Section: Contests :: Jul 23, 2008
Contest Update: What Happened At My Last 5 Contests.
I did a total of five contests in seven weeks and overall I was very happy with my performance. I hit my peak well almost every week...
Section: Contests :: Sep 16, 2004
Creatine: Fact And Fiction!
I don't usually like to write whole articles about
supplements because I believe diet and training to be far more important than any combination of
supplements. However there are a few supplements that work, creatine being the most notable of all of them.
Section: Supplements :: Jun 06, 2002
Dynamic Delts!
There are many bodybuilders who have great physiques. They are so huge many people say, "they don't need to get any bigger." But the Deltoids are one body part that EVERYONE will look better with more muscle in that area.
Section: Training :: Mar 29, 2002
Gastrointestinal (GI) Disorders!
Gas, bloating, abdominal pain, vomiting, diarrhea, and abdominal cramping: These symptoms not only make life very unpleasant, but their causes may mean that the nutrients you intake may not be absorbed properly...
Section: Nutrition :: Apr 05, 2005
Get Your Summer Abs Using K.I.S.S. Training!
I've heard so many training theories on abdominals
from about every person that has ever touched a
weight. In fact, if I gained an once of muscle for every time someone talked about a crackpot method to train abs, I would be accepting the Sandow instead of Ronnie Coleman.
Section: Training :: May 30, 2003
Got Back?
Okay let's all be honest. Everyone in the room who did a back workout their first day they ever lifted weights please raise your hands. If you are raising your hand stop lying to me. Let's face it...the chest, arms, and abs are the showboat muscles.
Section: Training :: May 02, 2002
How To Survive... And Thrive On A Diet!
First off lets talk about what kind of diet you should be on. There have been many diet fads in the past few years, with ketogenic diets becoming more and more popular among bodybuilders.
Section: Nutrition :: Jul 25, 2002
Layne Norton Reloaded... The Comeback: Recovering From A Torn Pec (Part 1).
I was in one of the best PhD programs in the country and I was about to get married to my lovely fiance Isabel in May... life was good. No life was great! But on February 25th, 2008... it changed forever. Read on.
Section: Training :: Feb 17, 2009
Layne Norton Reloaded... The Comeback: Recovering From A Torn Pec (Part 2).
I was in one of the best PhD programs in the country and I was about to get married to my lovely fiance Isabel in May... life was good. No life was great! But on February 25th, 2008... it changed forever. Read on.
Section: Training :: Apr 07, 2009
Layne Norton's Contest Preparation Journal!
I am a competitor, always have always will be. I cannot stand not competing against something or someone and after rugby season was over I had no one to compete against. So I decided that I would do another contest this year...
Section: Contests :: May 30, 2002
Layne Norton's Pursuit To Become A Natural Pro Journal - Part 2!
Here are the results and commentary for my quest to become a natural pro bodybuilder. I will not spoil the outcome here but let you know it has all been worth it. Read on as I describe my experiences at two pro qualifiers...
Section: Contests :: Jun 08, 2006
Layne Norton's Pursuit To Become A Natural Pro Journal.
I made it my goal to become a professional natural bodybuilder one day. Four and a half years later, I feel I've made the necessary strides... Learn more about me and see how am I preparing for competition.
Section: Contests :: Mar 21, 2006
Layne Norton's Questions And Answers
I realized after reading many of my reader's
questions that many of them had the same
questions. Get the answers here!
Section: Supplements :: Sep 24, 2002
Layne Norton: 5 Weeks Out!
Wow what a difference two weeks can make. Two weeks
ago I was going over my pics and being objective with
myself. I think I have the size to do well at the
natural level, in fact I know I do. However I realize
that conditioning is much more important and that I
was not as lean as I should be with seven weeks out!
Section: Contests :: Jul 15, 2002
Layne Norton: 7 Weeks Out!
Cutting down for a contest can be a bit unnerving at
times. I look at myself everyday in the mirror so it
is hard to tell if I'm getting the results I want.
However over the past two weeks things have been
looking up. I have dramatically increased my
vascularity in my arms and shoulders and I'm starting
to show vascularity in my legs and lower abdominals...
Section: Contests :: Jul 01, 2002
Layne Norton: 9 Weeks Out!
Well the last two weeks have shown promising results. I have lost a noticeable amount of body fat as I am now seeing some chest striations and more of my abdominals. My arms, shoulders, and chest have also increased in vascularity. I have noticed one thing that is troubling a bit though...
Section: Contests :: Jun 16, 2002
Layne's How To Guide For Bulking: Part I - The Macronutrients
Before I talk about the system itself it is important that everyone understands the basics behind muscle growth and how calorie surplus helps you gain muscle. I will cover these issues in 3 parts.
Section: Training :: Nov 26, 2002
Let The Countdown Begin: 1 Week Out!
I am now 1 week out from Tampa Bay Classic. Check out the latest changes I made to my diet, sample day, stats and much more...
Section: Contests :: Jun 07, 2004
Let The Countdown Begin: 11 Weeks Out!
I am now 11 weeks out from Tampa Bay Classic. Check out the latest changes I made to my diet, sample day, stats and much more...
Section: Contests :: Mar 29, 2004
Let The Countdown Begin: 16 Weeks Out!
I have decided to start cutting at approximately 22 weeks out this year and only lose 1-1.5 lbs per week. I want to leave nothing to chance...
Section: Contests :: Mar 01, 2004
Let The Countdown Begin: 18 Weeks Out!
I have decided to start cutting at approximately 22 weeks out this year and only lose 1-1.5 lbs per week. I want to leave nothing to chance...
Section: Contests :: Feb 17, 2004
Let The Countdown Begin: 20 Week Contest Prep!
I have decided to start cutting at approximately 22 weeks out this year and only lose 1- 1.5 lbs per week. I want to leave nothing to chance...
Section: Contests :: Dec 18, 2003
Let The Countdown Begin: 20 Weeks Out!
I have decided to start cutting at approximately 22 weeks out this year and only lose 1-1.5 lbs per week. I want to leave nothing to chance...
Section: Contests :: Feb 03, 2004
Let The Countdown Begin: 5 Weeks Out!
I am now 5 weeks out from Tampa Bay Classic. Check out the latest changes I made to my diet, sample day, stats and much more...
Section: Contests :: May 12, 2004
Let The Countdown Begin: 9 Weeks Out!
I am now 9 weeks out from Tampa Bay Classic. Check out the latest changes I made to my diet, sample day, stats and much more...
Section: Contests :: Apr 14, 2004
Leucine: The Anabolic Trigger!
It has been shown that in order for protein balance to become positive post workout, dietary protein, specifically the amino acid leucine, must be consumed. Learn how that happens right here.
Section: Supplements :: Dec 06, 2005
Loaded Guns
When I first started training my arms were only 12". Now they measure in at just a shade less than 18". For an all-natural 20-year-old bodybuilder I'd say that's not too bad. So how did I build them you ask? Well it's really a bit strange...Read how Layne did it and check out his two arm routines.
Section: Training :: May 31, 2002
MMA Champion Chuck Liddell Talks About His Success With The UFC!
Chuck is coming off a recent UFC win against Wanderlei Silva and takes a few moments to talk about this and other fights. He also shares some pre-fight diet & training tips as he starts getting ready for his next fight! Read on.
Section: Sports :: May 05, 2008
More Bodybuilding Questions Answered!
Now that I have some free time I can finally get around to answering some of your questions and writing some new articles. I am kicking off my return with a brief, but in depth Q and A session...
Section: Training :: Nov 27, 2002
My History: The College Years!
The gym at my college sucks so my roommate and I decided that if we were serious about getting big that it would be a good investment to go to Gold's. The next week was spent adjusting to college life and then came the weekend.
Section: Training :: Mar 29, 2002
My History: The Elementary And High School Years!
I feel many people can relate to my story and may be inspired by it. So here it goes, here is how I came to be the person I am today.
Section: Training :: Feb 28, 2002
Never Say Die!
Especially when your life revolved around preparing for a bodybuilding
contest for 15 weeks and you don't place as well as you would have liked.
Section: Mind :: Sep 10, 2002
New England Patriots Quarterback Tom Brady Talks With Bodybuilding.com!
Tom Brady led his team to an unblemished regular season record of 16-0 among other astonishing records! In a Bodybuilding.com exclusive interview Tom sits down to chat with us for one of his first interviews after Super Bowl XLII.
Section: Sports :: Feb 08, 2008
Pounding The Pecs!
What can give you the chest of your dreams? Dumbbells! Here are the reasons why along with a great 12 week chest workout that will have you growing quicker than you ever thought possible.
Section: Training :: May 19, 2002
Protein - The Key To Max Gains!
This article will be dedicated to that all important macromolecule named protein. It is no wonder that protein is needed for muscular growth, since life itself could not exist without protein.
Section: Supplements :: Dec 21, 2001
Representin' The Repetition - The Truth About Rep Schemes!
There is no magic rep scheme. ALL rep schemes have merit and all should be utilized in order to achieve maximal physique development. Let me explain how every rep scheme has its merit.
Section: Training :: Dec 15, 2006
Results From The Mid-America Muscle Classic
At one week out I'm holding steady at about 191 lbs. By the end of the week after I carb deplete I should be around 187.
Section: Contests :: Sep 03, 2002
Teen Bodybuilding Guide: How To Break Into Bodybuilding As A Teenager!
I was bullied, pushed around, and was the butt of every joke. Bodybuilding changed that. Looking for a way out of the gloom? Find success and strength with this detailed beginner's training guide!
Section: Training :: Jan 13, 2009
The Latin Assassin Starring Isabel Norton-Lago, Episode #2: Two Weeks Out!
In this episode we join Isabel two weeks out from her show as she and Layne discuss her unwavering dedication to her contest prep and identifying opportunities for improvement including her back.
Section: Training :: Jul 08, 2009
The Latin Assassin Starring Isabel Norton-Lago, Episode #3: Amy Suds Contest Prep
Check out this brand new series featuring up and coming natural figure competitor Isabel Norton-Lago as she prepares to compete in the upcoming 2009 NANBF Mr./Ms. Natural Illinois with new husband and powerhouse trainer Layne Norton! First, we join another Team Norton star Amy Suds as she prepares to compete against Isabel. Find out the training and diet secrets behind this grandmother of one's competition success. Then, Isabel talks about her breaking point during contest prep that almost drove her to drop out.
Section: Contests :: Jul 15, 2009
The Latin Assassin Starring Isabel Norton-Lago, Episode #4: Final Week
Isabel continues to work on bringing up her shoulders and arms while still focusing on preventing an injury in her knees by utilizing occlusion training under the guidance of Layne. Layne goes into detail about the anabolic science of this type of training.
Section: Contests :: Jul 22, 2009
The Latin Assassin Starring Isabel Norton-Lago, Episode #4: Final Week
Isabel continues to work on bringing up her shoulders and arms while still focusing on preventing an injury in her knees by utilizing occlusion training under the guidance of Layne. Layne goes into detail about the anabolic science of this type of training.
Section: Training :: Jul 22, 2009
The Latin Assassin Starring Isabel Norton-Lago, Episode #5: Contest Day
Isabel pumps up backstage in preparation to hit the stage at the OCB Circle City Championships. Layne reflects on working through her knee and digestive difficulties during contest prep. Chelsea Kmiec remarks on the details of her prep.
Section: Contests :: Aug 05, 2009
The Latin Assassin Starring Isabel Norton-Lago, Episode #6: Final Placing.
There's some tough competition on the stage during the finals as Layne comments from the crowd. Chelsea loves the thrill of competing and highlights some of her strengths. The final stages of the competition are tense as Team Norton takes top spots.
Section: Training :: Aug 19, 2009
The Latin Assassin Starring Isabel Norton-Lago: Episode #1, Contest Prep!
Check out this brand new series featuring up and coming natural figure competitor Isabel Norton-Lago as she prepares to compete in the upcoming 2009 NANBF Mr./Ms. Natural Illinois with new husband and powerhouse trainer Layne Norton!
Section: Training :: Jul 08, 2009
The Lipoic Acid Project!
Layne Norton & Eric Satterwhite team up to bring your The Lipoic Acid Project. Find out how to use this information to get the most out of your supplementation.
Section: Supplements :: Dec 17, 2003
The Rundown On Protein: Your Questions Answered!
A few questions are routinely asked when it comes to protein supplementation, like what is available, differences, and whether more than one kind should be used. I've answered these questions for you right here! Learn more...
Section: Supplements :: Aug 30, 2006
The Safety Of Creatine
Is creatine safe for use? This article will answer the question once and for all. With scientific studies!
Section: Supplements :: Oct 01, 2002
What Makes A Bodybuilder A Bodybuilder?
Here's a question. What makes a bodybuilder a bodybuilder? Is a bodybuilder a big guy? Is a bodybuilder a ripped guy? No. A bodybuilder is big and ripped. Anyone can get big (barring a severe thyroid problem), all you've gotta do is eat. But being big and ripped is something not many people achieve.
Section: Mind :: Oct 21, 2001
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