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Weight Loss 101

Having difficulty losing weight is one of the most common problems that everyone face. Losing weight is simple but it is not easy. Before...

I believe that everyone should be doing pushups, at least for warmups especially if they have some nagging shoulder issues. The main...

Poor postural habits and training incorrectly for your body will lead you to injuries down the road. Sitting down on a chair all day is...

The age-old question: whether or not protein powder is necessary in order to build size. What is Whey Protein? Protein powder are food...

Soreness is the buildup of waste products in your muscle tissue and this soreness can occur for many reasons. Perhaps you are not...

Whether you are trying to build muscle or lose fat, the simple answer is: No, it is not absolutely necessary. However, learning to track...

General rule: when it comes to the gym, someone with less than 1 year of training, has not gained the initial 10lbs of muscle and can’t...

Eating If you want to grow, you need to eat more. As a beginner, gaining 20-30lbs in your first year is completely normal. You should be...

We've all been there, setting a goal to shed the extra flubber that has accumulated over time but it never materialized for most people....