Shaun Vasquez USA’s Bodybuilding Prep 2014
by John Meadows on August 19, 2014This is was Shaun’s first time at a Pro qualifier and he pulled out a 4th place out of 28 guys. Well done Shaun!
This is was Shaun’s first time at a Pro qualifier and he pulled out a 4th place out of 28 guys. Well done Shaun!
Full Title(s):
Effects of Two Energy-Restricted Diets Differing in the Carbohydrate/Protein Ratio on Weight Loss and Oxidative Changes of Obese Men
On paper, at least, antioxidant supplements seem like a great idea. It has been known for quite some time that intense exercise increases the production of potentially toxic reactive oxygen species (ROS), which have been linked to aging and most chronic diseases, one way or another.
Post Contest, the subject of how one should go about reversing their diet is something that there is rarely agreement on. I’ve heard all manner of suggestions, from simple calorie additions (add 500 a week) to specific macro additions, to the common eateverythingandregretitmonthslater.
When I began my studies in Exercise Science one of my initial questions was how do I get started in developing a fitness program for a client? I didn’t want to write a generic plan, I wanted it to be personalized for the clients I would be working with, and have a science based approach to back up my recommendations.
I get many questions about all the programs I have built over the last few years and continue to build. I always like to get feedback on what seems to be the most popular and this particular program is right there at the top of the list.
As a competitive powerlifter since 1999, I have totaled Elite in three weight classes, had a few National Championships, held many records and was ranked #1 in the 132 pound class. I had never dreamed of stepping on stage as a physique athlete. Getting as strong as possible was always my main goal.
No one likes fat. It’s like that obnoxious parking cop just waiting for you to take one extra minute, or calorie, outside your “paid for” limit. He’s waiting impatiently for the moment when you go over the limit, so he can slap you with a ridiculous fine.
“Glycogen.” We want to store it. It makes muscles full n’ round. If / when you run out of glycogen, “bad” things happen, too.
Full Title(s):
Reversal of muscle insulin resistance by weight reduction in young, lean, insulin-resistant offspring of parents with type 2 diabetes
This program is designed with the novice lifter in mind. The goal of this program is to familiarize the lifter with the basic mechanics of the training movements, establishing and reinforcing good form.
As I’ve become fond of saying of late, resistance exercise is an unnatural act: A stressful set of repetitive actions undertaken primarily to elicit physiological adaptation. In the case of you and me, the preferred adaptation is muscle growth – pure, unadulterated, perhaps even “ridiculous” looking muscle growth.
So you’ve been planning your diet and dieting according to plan. You’ve made progress but things have slowed down a bit and you’re worried that you may be hitting a plateau. Don’t panic. It happens to the best of us.
This program is designed with the novice lifter in mind. The goal of this program is to familiarize the lifter with the basic mechanics of the training movements, establishing and reinforcing good form.
Our genius friend Bill Willis offers some more of his thoughts around nutrient timing.
Since Ken was here we kind of threw out the rules to a degree and went crazy – enjoy!
Full Title(s):
Effects of Supplemental Carbohydrate Ingestions During Superimposed Electromyostimulation Exercise in Elite Weightlifters
***Effects of carbohydrate supplementation on force output and time to exhaustion during static leg contractions superimposed with electromyostimulation***
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My name is Eric Loyola. I’m 44 years old, 5’8″, 204.4lbs. For the last 26 years I’ve been working out and it hasn’t been easy. I’m naturally lean and gaining weight has always been a struggle for me. I graduated from high school at 113lbs. I always tried to watch what I ate, but…