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- Heavy Resistance Training vs. Light Resistance Training - by Submitted on Dec 21, 2009 from i-Supplements comFor years, one debate that has been tossed back and forth in just about every gym and fitness center across the country is; which is better, heavy resistance training or light resistance training? A variety of factors play into this debate, and the answers may not be as obvious as it may ...
Views: 9388(5 votes) - Holiday Weight Loss Tips - by Submitted on Dec 21, 2009 from i-Supplements comWith the holiday season in full swing, a good majority of people are stressing out around the world because of how easily it is to gain weight throughout the holiday season, and how much harder it is to take it off come spring. Between holiday parties, dinners, and sweet temptations lurking ...
Views: 1546(5 votes) - Celebrity Pregnancy Health & Fitness - by Submitted on Dec 08, 2009 from i-Supplements comEver wonder how superstar moms like Christina Aguilera, Heidi Klum and Jessica Alba bounced back so quickly and drop those dreaded pregnancy pounds after giving birth? Many would automatically believe that celebrity moms practically have unlimited resources to spend on trainers, nutritionists ...
Views: 1934(3 votes) - MMA Workout Routine - by Submitted on Dec 02, 2009 from i-Supplements comMMA is quickly becoming the fastest growing sport in the world. A basic MMA workout routine can be extremely difficult as well as extremely demanding. MMA training requires a tremendous amount of conditioning and endurance. What makes MMA workout routines so challenging is training all aspects ...
Views: 3396(2 votes) - Best Shoulder Workout Promote Growth in Delts - by Submitted on Nov 25, 2009 from i-Supplements comMassive shoulders let the whole world know that you’re serious about lifting weights. Whether in a tank top or going shirtless, huge, round delts are an impressive sight to all. If you’re one of those individuals whose shoulder growth has come to a standstill, the following is one of my best ...
Views: 3133(3 votes) - MMA Training Centers Learn Mixed Martial Arts - by Submitted on Nov 25, 2009 from i-Supplements comMMA Training Centers have a wide variety of different skills and disciplines of martial arts to offer someone interested in attending a training facility. MMA schools do a lot more than teach an individual how to beat up another person. Good Mixed Martial Arts Academies with great instructors ...
Views: 1498(2 votes) - MMA Circuit Training Improve Physique & Endurance - by Submitted on Nov 25, 2009 from i-Supplements comOver the last five years circuit training has taken the fitness world by storm. With the popularity of the UFC, many mixed martial arts fighters have incorporated mma circuit training into their regular training. The purpose of mma circuit training is to combine a number of exercises together to ...
Views: 4259(1 vote) - Celebrity Beauty Secrets Improve Your Looks w/ Celebrity Tips - by Submitted on Nov 25, 2009 from i-Supplements comCelebrities, o celebrities. They seem to look gorgeous 24 hours out of the day, 7 days a week. Many of us believe that they wake up looking amazing day in and day out, but truth is they are just like the rest of us. Question is though, unlike us, how do they manage to look impeccable every day ...
Views: 4091(2 votes) - Good Chest Workout for Amazing Pecs - by Submitted on Nov 17, 2009 from i-Supplements comDeveloping your pecs into massive slabs of impressive beef is a goal of many men who walk into the gym. The trouble is, many of these gym rats have no specific weight training routine, and for the most part, their effort goes to waste on meaningless ego boosters such as how much they can bench ...
Views: 3869(5 votes) - Promote Beauty w/ Natural Skin Care Products - by Submitted on Nov 10, 2009 from i-Supplements comFor years now people around the world have been searching for the fountain of youth. With the majority of those individuals, their search has come to a halt and they are now pursing beauty products, such as natural skin care products to age beautifully, naturally and in a healthy manner. Natural ...
Views: 2089(2 votes) - Cleanse Body Toxins w/ Liver Detox Supplements - by Submitted on Nov 10, 2009 from i-Supplements comLiving a healthy life and developing healthy habits are essential. Many of us understand how important exercise and diet are to your health. We focus on our weight, body fat levels, cholesterol, along with others. One part of our body that is often forgot about is our liver. The liver is one of ...
Views: 1801(1 vote) - Post Cycle Therapy - by Submitted on Nov 03, 2009 from i-Supplements comSo, you decided to take the plunge and did your first steroid cycle. The muscular gains you made were incredible, and your strength went through the roof. On the downside, all that fun is over and you’ve come to the end of your cycle. You don’t want to lose that impressive mass of new muscle, so ...
Views: 8068(2 votes) - Learn About Bodybuilding Nutritional Supplements for Women - by Submitted on Oct 15, 2009 from i-Supplements comWith the huge selection of nutritional and sports supplements available today, it’s often difficult to wade through all the hype to get to the optimum bodybuilding supplements for helping you reach your individual goals. As a woman, it can be even more challenging because most bodybuilding ...
Views: 1998(1 vote) - What Causes High Blood Pressure - by Submitted on Oct 15, 2009 from i-Supplements comIn 2008, according to The World Health Organization (WHO), heart disease was the leading cause of death in the entire world (number one in the U.S. as well), accounting for 30% of total deaths worldwide! That means roughly one out of every three people in the world died of some sort of heart ...
Views: 1114(1 vote) - BCAA Supplements for Muscle Recovery - by Submitted on Oct 15, 2009 from i-Supplements comIf you know anything about supplements and nutrition, then you should know that amino acids are the building blocks of protein. When the body consumes protein it is digested in the stomach and intestine as amino acids, which are absorbed into your blood stream. This is where BCAA Supplements ...
Views: 6280(1 vote) - The Truth on Creatine Monohydrate Digestion - by Submitted on Oct 15, 2009 from i-Supplements comCreatine Monohydrate Digestion Creatine monohydrate has long been a staple in the supplement regiment of nearly any fitness enthusiast since it started gaining notoriety in the 90’s. Whether it be EAS’s Phosphagen or Champion Nutrition’s Power Creatine, almost everyone I’ve ever talked to has ...
Views: 15149(2 votes) - The Benefits of Creatine Monohydrate Supplements - by Submitted on Oct 13, 2009 from i-Supplements comOne of the most versatile and widely used supplements in the history of the health and fitness industry is creatine. It doesn’t matter if you are on a weight gain diet or you want to lose some fat, creatine monohydrate can aid your gains (and fat losses) in the gym. Creatine monohydrate ...
Views: 1909 - Quick, Easy and Healthy Packable Lunches - by Submitted on Oct 13, 2009 from i-Supplements comWith school starting, moms are looking for anything new to pack in their kids lunches. PB&J gets old, fast. Here are some suggestions that will make your child the envy of the cafeteria! Turkey Wrap Take a whole wheat soft tortilla, line it with honey turkey and Colby/jack cheese. You can ...
Views: 2749(3 votes) - Learn the Importance of All Natural Multi Vitamins & Minerals - by Submitted on Oct 13, 2009 from i-Supplements comEveryone by now should know that vitamins and minerals are perhaps one of the most essential supplements we should be incorporating into our daily routines. All natural multi vitamins and minerals are substantial for all walks of life including men, women, children, seniors, athletes, ...
Views: 1667 - Sunless Tanning Lotions - by Submitted on Oct 13, 2009 from i-Supplements comNothing says healthy or sexy like a great summer tan. Millions of us hit the beach or the pools every summer with bronze colored skin and a shinny glow. Unfortunately for all of us, having a golden tan comes with a price. The most common form of cancer in the United States is skin cancer. More ...
Views: 1329 - Learn How Arthritis Supplement Relieve Pain - by Submitted on Oct 02, 2009 from i-Supplements comAging happens to everyone unfortunately. For many people, part of aging can be painful and discomforting because of ailments like Arthritis. Arthritis is a very complex disorder that is comprised of more than 100 distinct conditions that can affect people at any stage in their life. For many, ...
Views: 1272(2 votes) - Can Aspirin Stop a Heart Attack? - by Submitted on Oct 02, 2009 from i-Supplements comAspirin has been around as long as most of us can remember. It was introduced over 100 years ago as a fever reducer and pain reliever and since that time, it has made its way into virtually every medicine cabinet in the country. Over the past several years, aspirin has been touted to help reduce ...
Views: 1930(2 votes) - Learn About & How to Use Creatine - by Submitted on Sep 22, 2009 from i-Supplements comOver the last 15 years creatine has been one of the most talked about and controversial sports supplements in the world. Creatine is a nitrogenous organic acid that occurs naturally in vertebrates and helps to supply energy to muscle. Creatine was identified in 1832 when Michel Eugene Chevreul ...
Views: 1278 - Learn About Protein Powders - by Submitted on Sep 22, 2009 from i-Supplements comAs a former competitive bodybuilder, I have taken a wide variety of protein powders over the course of my career. From whey protein to casein to a blend of both, I have pretty much tried them all. But when it comes to protein powders, there are a wide variation in the quality that you can ...
Views: 1608 - Learn About Human Growth Hormones - by Submitted on Sep 22, 2009 from i-Supplements comHuman Growth Hormones (HGH) have been a controversial topic amongst athletes and sports enthusiasts around the world for almost a decade. The use of HGH in sports has been widely documented with a large number of high profile professional athletes, along with Olympians admitting to the use of ...
Views: 1691(1 vote) - Body Detox System - by Submitted on Sep 14, 2009 from i-Supplements comBody Detox System Body cleansing or detoxification is a treatment that rids the body of unwanted accumulated harmful substances. Complete body cleansing has been done for centuries as a means of purification. Various methods of body detoxifications have become very mainstream because of their ...
Views: 1285 - Chicken Finger Recipe - by Submitted on Sep 14, 2009 from i-Supplements comChicken fingers are a fun and exciting addition to any family cookout or social event. The majority of Americans are constantly on the go with work and other daily activities not to mention if you have children we all know how difficult it can be to just sit down and take a breather. After that ...
Views: 1146 - Learn How Antioxidants Help You! - by Submitted on Sep 14, 2009 from i-Supplements comAntioxidants are some of the newest and hottest supplements available for people today. Antioxidants play such a vital role in the protection, defense and repair of damage caused to the human body by outside sources like the damage caused by nasty free radicals. With our bodies constantly trying ...
Views: 1531 - Learn about Yohimbe Supplements - by Submitted on Sep 14, 2009 from i-Supplements comEveryday millions of Americans are bombarded with radio ads and television commercials that sell sexual enhancement products. We spend countless of hours channel surfing only to find some c list level celebrities pushing a miracle pill that makes empty promises to frustrated men who are looking ...
Views: 1432(2 votes) - Working out when you are sick - by Submitted on Sep 09, 2009 from i-Supplements comFor many, including this author, working out is an addiction. We plan our days around hitting the gym. The priority list usually looks like: Go to the gym, eat, sleep, everything else. When we are sick, the priorities should shift and getting better should take the top spot, however anyone with ...
Views: 1696(1 vote) - Learn about Neuronutrients - by Submitted on Sep 09, 2009 from i-Supplements comIn today’s hectic lifestyle, stress and anxiety can wreak havoc on a person’s mental health. It doesn’t matter if you’re sitting in a traffic jam, you run a small business, or you’re the CEO of a multi-billion dollar company, managing your mind in a healthy way is an important part of living a ...
Views: 2401(1 vote) - Learn About Safe Fish to Eat - by Submitted on Sep 09, 2009 from i-Supplements comIs today’s fish safe to eat? The question shouldn’t be if you should eat fish, the question should be how much? Seafood is a key source of heart-healthy, lean protein, of which everyone should consume two servings a week. Not only is most seafood low in fat, it is high in protein. The ...
Views: 1096(1 vote) - Prosteroids Your Alternative to Anabolic Steroids - by Submitted on Sep 09, 2009 from i-Supplements comProsteroids have taken the sports supplement industry and the world of bodybuilding by storm. Over the last decade, athletes from just about every sport have been using anabolic agents like steroids and prosteroids. Countless number of athletes have been linked to doping scandals and other ...
Views: 3336(1 vote) - The Best Multi Vitamin Benefits - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2009 from i-Supplements comNo matter what your fitness or weight loss goals may be, there is one critical component required in every diet and exercise regimen. The multivitamin is an integral part of any nutrition based program. For those of you who ask, “Do I need a multivitamin? I eat fruits and vegetables,” the answer ...
Views: 1521(2 votes) - Learn About Arthritis Relief - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2009 from i-Supplements comArthritis is a complex disorder that is comprised of more than 100 distinct conditions that can affect people at any stage in life. The two most commonly discussed forms of arthritis are osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis which both have very different causes, risk factors, and effects on ...
Views: 1439(3 votes) - Buy Legal Prohormones at i-Supplements.com - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2009 from i-Supplements comIf you are a sports fan chances are that you watch ESPN or some other sporting news show. Over the last few years, the news media has been obsessed with the use of performance enhancing drugs in sports. In 2005 Major League Baseball star Jose Canseco released his tell all book Juiced. In this ...
Views: 2865(2 votes) - Testevol by Evolution Labs Review - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2009 from i-Supplements comThe future of natural testosterone therapy has arrived with the anabolic testosterone stimulator Testevol. What was once a secret compound used in only hard-core gyms, is now available to bodybuilders and athletes who are looking for an alternative to anabolic steroids. Over the past two decades ...
Views: 3400(2 votes) - Learn about dietary fats - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2009 from i-Supplements comFat has earned a bad reputation. When people hear the word “fat”, you can see them cringe at the thought of cellulite, love handles and beer guts, almost as if you are pointing to them as an example. While body fat may be a disgusting thought to many, dietary fats are an essential part of living ...
Views: 1318(1 vote) - Learn About 5-HTP - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2009 from i-Supplements com5-HTP is a naturally occurring amino acid which is a precursor to the neurotransmitter serotonin and an intermediate in tryptophan metabolism. Many people have no problem using this all natural supplement since the safety of 5-HTP has been clinically tested and proven to have no side ...
Views: 1374(3 votes) - Learn About ZMA - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2009 from i-Supplements comAbout ten years ago, the supplement industry introduced a new spin on two old, but necessary, nutritional supplements. By combining the minerals - zinc and magnesium aspartate (this is where they get the letters for ZMA) - a safe and powerful supplement for increasing testosterone and aiding in ...
Views: 1603(2 votes) - Learn About Antioxidants - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2009 from i-Supplements comWith all the talk these days of an overhauled health care plan, personal health and wellness are becoming more and more important to the average person. Instead of waiting until it’s too late to take care of your body, why not start right now with the simple addition of antioxidants to your ...
Views: 1566(5 votes) - Learn About Anti-Aging Supplements - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2009 from i-Supplements comAnti-Aging Supplements Aging is an undeniable part of life. The growth and development of the human body begins and ends with life and death. In between those two points our bodies go through tremendous spurts of growth and then the decline of development. Anti-aging supplements are the ...
Views: 2121(2 votes) - Learn about Whey Protein - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2009 from i-Supplements comAsk anyone who works out and takes a protein powder what type they are using and most likely their response will be “Whey protein.” Whey protein has been a staple supplement for years in the bodybuilding world and also in many other athletic events for those wanting to gain muscle for one simple ...
Views: 1627(3 votes) - Learn about Joint Pain Relief - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2009 from i-Supplements comAs a bodybuilder, joint pain is a fact of life. Pushing your body to the outermost limit takes its toll, not just on your muscles, but your bones, ligaments and cartilage as well. No matter how perfect the squat or how steady your dumbbell press, strains and sprains do happen; and that’s if you ...
Views: 1880(2 votes) - Learn about Tribulus Terrestris - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2009 from i-Supplements comTribulus terrestris is an herbal supplement that has been used for thousands of years by people on every continent. Tribulus Terrestris extract can be found all over the world and this horny herb can survive the most harsh climates and can thrive in soil that is in poor condition. The tribulus ...
Views: 2759(2 votes) - Detox Cleansing - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2009 from i-Supplements comRenewing your lease on life is what detoxifying cleanses are all about. Cleansing is all about empowering individuals with the knowledge, tools and techniques that enable you to take full responsibility over your own health and longevity. Lets face it, as citizens today in our modern world; we ...
Views: 1014(2 votes) - Miracle Macro Greens - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2009 from i-Supplements comIn an over populated world filled with an endless number of illnesses, now more then ever its important to have a superior immune system. Each year Americans are bombarded with Influenza. This is commonly called the flu. This virus infects the respiratory tract (nose, throat, lungs). Unlike the ...
Views: 1889(2 votes) - Learn About Protein Shakes - by Submitted on Aug 11, 2009 from i-Supplements comProtein shakes have been around since the early days of bodybuilding. For years athletes and bodybuilders from around the world have constantly used protein shakes to build muscle and lose fat. Protein is one of the body’s main building blocks for muscle, skin, bone, and other tissues. Protein ...
Views: 1521(3 votes) - Learn How Yohimbe Helps Erectile Dysfunction - by Submitted on Aug 11, 2009 from i-Supplements comErectile dysfunction is curable with Yohimbe! Yohimbe is one of the most powerful and effective herbal remedies that every man should know about, especially if you have an erectile dysfunction problem. Yohimbe increases the amount of blood that is allowed to flow into your penis and helps ...
Views: 2449(2 votes) - What Causes High Blood Pressure - by Submitted on Aug 11, 2009 from i-Supplements comBefore we examine the causes of high blood pressure, we must first understand what exactly the blood pressure is. Put simply, the heart pumps blood through the arteries, arterioles and capillaries. This action supplies nutrients and oxygen to the organs in your body through blood flow then ...
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