Birmingham, AL – 4/12/2011 – ICON Performance, the Leader in Sports Performance Training in Alabama, is holding the Mountain Brook Lacrosse Combines at Mountain Brook High School at 2:30-4:00PM. Alabama, Nov 29, 2011 — The Mountain Brook Lacrosse Combine is open to all Mountain Brook High School athletes looking to measure their potential as they [...]
Men w/ low testosterone levels above 40 have a higher risk of death in a four-year period than those w/ normal levels, a new study suggests # Losing muscle has more to do with inadequate diet than with excessive aerobics # Molecular biologists at the USC in Los Angeles have found indications that beta-alanine can [...]
Light training before you start serious training is anti-catabolic and results in less injury # The more weight men can shift with bench presses and squat=the longer their life expectancy=muscle power protects, especially against cancer # For stronger biceps, train your legs-The best way to develop more strength in your arms is to train them [...]
A high carb meal will only elevate your metabolism from 4 to 30 percent above normal. This small elevation will last only 2 to 5 hours # Concerning basal metabolism proteins speed it up 30%, Carbs and fats 10% # Greer Rocking the Power Wheel: http://t.co/IPXzUOHN via @youtube # Sledge Hammer Coin Balance Lift: http://t.co/hMzJyNbR [...]
Carbohydrates are digested 30% in the mouth with the salivary enzyme amylase and with of course chewing aiding the cause # Proteins are primarily digested in the stomach. Eating proteins after carbs and fats will result in a reduced amount of protein digestion # A high protein meal however will elevate your metabolism by up [...]
Ive been getting a few emails lately on what all goes into running a personal training / rehab / athletic training practice and how I go about my day in getting everything done and getting everyone trained. That is a pretty tall order and I will admit I’ve put off answering those emails because of the sheer amount of time it would take to put a day like mine into the written word.
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I get asked this question daily. What supplement do you recommend for my post-workout drink? At least we have come far enough to understand how important the post-workout meal is. But since we are discussing it (and believe me, we could debate for days on end) Here are some parameters to consider: The “fast vs. [...]
You have worked hard, you are leaning out. But you feel flat, you muscles need glycogen, it is your cheat day. Instead of reaching for trans-fat laden donuts, why not try Poliquin High protein pancakes. 1. Throw into a blender. 2 full scoops of Whey Stronger (Vanilla or unflavored) 12 ounces of organic whole milk [...]
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