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The types of foods you eat and when you eat them are essential for bodybuilding success, but very few athletes really understand what it takes to maintain a healthy nutrition program. Bodybuilders involved in competition often resort to extreme weight loss that leaves them stressed, fatigued and incapable of increasing muscle size and strength later in their careers. Nutrition simply is eating the right food, at the right amount, and at the right time. Knowing this is not enough, you also need t… Continue

A lot of athletes and bodybuilders are now drinking whey protein to increase the effectiveness of their training and improve performance. Whey protein, sourced from real milk, not only contains high levels of protein but also has high levels of magnesium, calcium and other minerals. Anyone who is either training to build muscles or burn body fats can certainly improve the results of their training with whey protein.

Gregg Avedon, author of the book, "Men's Health Muscle Chow" encourages trainin… Continue

Professional bodybuilders are required to follow a low-carb, high protein diet in order to maximize muscle gains and improve their performance. A high quality nutrition program ensures optimal recovery after intensive training sessions and competitions, which in turn boosts performance over time. Making sure the right type of protein powder is being consumed at regular intervals throughout the day is essential for overall health and metabolic efficiency.

Protein powders come in different variet… Continue

Drinking protein shakes is an easy way for bodybuilders to meet their daily protein needs. Because of this, a lot of professional bodybuilders are already integrating protein shakes in their nutritional plan. However, drinking ready-to-drink protein shakes everyday can feel monotonous and dull. The solution is to mix your own shake recipes.

You can create your own shake recipes by mixing protein powder with other ingredients. In this way, you create a drink that suits your tastes while providin… Continue

You can only increase strength, endurance and muscle size by following a consistent training program and a proper nutritional plan. Training programs of pro bodybuilders and athletes are divided into several phases or stages with different performance objectives tied with specific nutritional requirements for each phase. The bulk of muscle development takes place during the off-season phase wherein a bodybuilder eats protein-packed small meals throughout a day.

There are other phases besides of… Continue