diet Archives - Muscle Toughness

Resistance Training And Rest Periods – New Research Could Mean You Building More Muscle!

January 12, 2020 by AbidineFit

There is a lot of information out there about the best way to gain muscle mass. It can be confusing. I decided to look for the best information I could find in articles from scientific journals. Here is what I came up with. Resistance Training And Hypertrophy Studies have shown that high volume resistance training incorporating short inter-set rest periods produces significant short-term elevations in human growth hormone (HGH) following the completion of resistance training exercise 4,5,7. Based upon these studies, high volume/short rest resistance training has been accepted as the gold standard in resistance training for muscular hypertrophy. Unfortunately, despite HGH’s well …

Building Muscle 24 Hours Per Day In 2020! Is That Possible?

January 11, 2020 by AbidineFit

Hi Guys, I’ve been getting involved in some of the discussions on fitness and bodybuilding forums since 15 years ago. One of the things that comes up more often than not is the question of what to have before bed to keep the “Anabolic Drive” going all night. Well, to be quite honest, there isn’t anything that is going to last the 8-10 hours you’re asleep. It only takes roughly 4 hours for your body to slip into a post-absorptive (catabolic) state. I believe that I’ve come up with a simple technique that is not only effective and potent but …

How Diet And Exercise Can Alter Your Metabolism

March 25, 2020January 9, 2020 by AbidineFit

Resting Metabolic Rate (RMR) can justifiably claim 60% to 75% of our Total Energy Expenditure (TEE). Simply put, TEE, is the total amount of energy that we expend throughout an entire day. Digestion and absorption of food are called the Thermogenic Effect of Feeding (TEF) and accounts for 5% to 10% of our TEE. Energy expended via physical activity is called the Thermogenic Effect of Activity (TEA), which comprises roughly 20% to 30% of our TEE. Body Surface Area (BSA) is a major determinant of RMR, however, voluntary behaviors such as diet and exercise influence RMR in a positive manner. …

Food Poisoning: What Is It And How To Avoid It.

January 8, 2020January 8, 2020 by AbidineFit

Bodybuilding success is largely dependant on whether one has access to a fresh supply of nutritious foods. Chicken, beef, turkey, and fish are all examples of staple protein sources, designed to build serious muscle if consumed in sufficient quantities. However, given bodybuilders typically eat considerably more than the average person, as they strive to add mass to their physiques, particular attention should be given to the quality of the foods they ingest. The aforementioned protein sources are notoriously susceptible to contamination if incorrect preparation processes are followed – one more reason to avoid fast-food restaurants (these are where many of …

Bodybuilding – Build Muscle And Lose Weight At The Same Time

April 5, 2020January 8, 2020 by AbidineFit

From life lessons to disease prevention, in the purest sense, we carry what may be the last guiding light, There are two sides to every coin, a yin for every yang, and I’m here to shed a positive light on bodybuilding. Bodybuilding, Beyond Building Muscle I can’t count high enough to tell you the times I didn’t want to do something in life. This includes going to the gym some days; I just feel like the answer is no. But no means yes. Some of my most memorable was from days when it took everything I had to make it …

Understanding Intermittent Fasting For Weight Loss

January 25, 2020January 6, 2020 by AbidineFit

Being overweight is the top disease in the United States. This is all due to those tasty burgers, pizzas, lasagna, and sandwiches drenched in mayo, cheese, and oil. While the sight of a pizza right out of the oven may seem too scrumptious to resist, the fact is that it is food like these that cause a person to put on all those extra pounds. However, is the weight gain just due to this one pizza for the whole day? The answer, of course, is a big no. People gain weight due to the eating habits that they have adopted. …

Best Way To Losing Weight And Get In Shape At The Age Of 60

January 25, 2020January 3, 2020 by AbidineFit

GET SLIM AND FIRM AT THE AGE OF 60 Old age can bring with it some undesired developments. Your metabolism starts to slow down, making it harder to losing weight and easier to gain weight. Your skin’s collagen levels decrease, leading to dull, loose skin. Joints stiffen and bones become weaker. Although it can be hard to maintain the body you might like, it’s still possible even at 60 years of age to slim down your physique and tones your muscles. OVERCOME YOUR FEAR OF EXERCISE Although exercise can promote health and happiness at any age, some senior citizens are …

Low Carb Diet That Is Healthy & High in Protein

January 25, 2020January 3, 2020 by AbidineFit

Low Carb Diet Overview Consuming a diet high in lean protein and low in carbohydrates can be a beneficial way to shrink your waist size and keep you energized all day long. This style of eating provides a reasonable amount of healthy carbs such as whole grains and vegetables as well as healthy, unsaturated fats such as nuts and seeds. The diet is based around eating lean protein such as eggs and poultry and swapping vegetables and whole grains instead of simple carbohydrates such as white bread and pasta. Furthermore, foods high in protein keep us satisfied for longer, however, be …

The Real Reasons Why Dieting Sucks?

January 25, 2020January 3, 2020 by AbidineFit

Brothers, we’ve all been there. We’ve all got our own stories to tell. We all know dieting f*cking sucks. Here are a couple of observations from some bodybuilders and coaches: Machine The alarm goes off. 4 a.m. came too quick. Your mouth is dry, you can’t walk without hamstring cramps and egg whites with oatmeal does not seem to make you run to the breakfast table anyway. One hour of cardio, 90 minutes of weights, baked chicken breast, steamed green beans, and a headache to wash it down. All before 10 a.m. Damn, dieting sucks. G Diesel The dreams man… the …

How To Optimize Your Physique And Health In 2020 Through Diet

January 25, 2020December 31, 2019 by AbidineFit

Are you ready to take the first step towards a year-round beach body? If so it would be wise to continue reading and learn how to change your physique and perform at your potential! Beach season is once again just around the corner so you can’t be hiding the layer of winter’s insulation much longer. Hop on board and let me take you on a healthful hiatus from all of those fad diets. Aside from an intense workout regimen, what you put in your mouth is essential for a knockout body that is healthy from the inside out. As all …