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Check out more fitness articles and videos at: www.muscleandfitness.com Rather than “Googling” the results and getting conflicting opinions from “other” fitness websites and self proclaimed “experts”, we make it simple for you right here at Muscle & Fitness.com. The real Expert is back and takes a break from his workout in his underground training facility “The Lair” with PART 2 in M&F Raw! Post Workout Nutrition tips. Our Oracle Jim Stoppani PhD discusses what types of Post Workout Carbs are best after a brutal workout.

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Check out more fitness articles and videos at: www.muscleandfitness.com Ever feel like there are so many varieties and different types of Protein on the market to choose from you don’t know where to start, or when to take them? With the various and new types that have come out over the years it’s easy to see how the confusion can surface. Fortunately we have access to a great source we can get answers from, like Jim Stoppani PhD. However, not all of you have a Fitness and Nutrition Crystal Ball like Jim upstairs, so we bring his expertise to you. In this episode Jim makes it “Crystal” clear what types of Proteins to take Immediately following your Future Training Sessions.

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Pre-contest chest weight training bought to you by Richard Gaspari. Inaugural winner of the Arnold Classic & IFBB Profesional.

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Learn what types of foods, vitamin supplements, and the important balance of working out for your health in this free how-to video on bodyweight conditioning exercises.

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Nutrition in body building is very important for anyone serious about the sport. Good nutrition is essential for a healthy life, but it is most important for a body builder to have effective workouts and grow muscles quickly and efficiently. What type of nutrition should you have to become successful in your body building quest?

You need to first have a diet that is high in protein. That means eating a lot of chicken, fish, and meat. Chicken and fish are best for you because of their low fat content. Although fats are important in body building nutrition, you still must be careful that your fat consumption doesn’t contribute to health problems.

Another big part of healthy body building nutrition intake is to be sure that you consume lots of carbohydrates. Carbs are very important because they provide the primary energy source for our body from the foods we eat. You will need lots of energy to complete an intense workout which will build your muscles quicker and more efficiently.

Complex carbohydrates are the best carbs to take in. These can be found in foods such as whole grain rice, whole grain breads, and pasta. Be sure to take your carbohydrates with protein for maximum efficiency.

Fats are also very important in body building nutrition. Believe it or not, fats actually do good in our bodies providing insulation for body parts like the heart and lungs as well as making energy when the fats break down. Of course, you will want to consume the good fats as opposed to the bad ones so that you don’t gain weight through fat intake.

Saturated fats are the worst fats to take in. These are fats like animal lard and butter. Saturated fats are those that stay solid at room temperature. Unsaturated fats are the “good fats”, but they also should be consumed in moderation. Olive oil and flaxseed oil are good unsaturated fats. They stay liquid when at room temperature.

A very important fat group that can help both your body and mind are Omega 3 fatty acids that are found in fish. Omega 3 fatty acids are known to combat depression, fend off fatigue, and give you energy you need to workout.

You should also include a lot of fresh vegetables in your diet. Foods such as broccoli, cauliflower, and carrots give you many vitamins and minerals that are necessary for a healthy body. Fruit should be consumed in moderation as they naturally contain a certain amount of sugar naturally. Too much sugar can hinder your progress.

In the sport of body building, nutrition is just as important as lifting weights and exercising. Getting good nutrition is essential for an effective body building routine. Eat what’s good for you and what your body needs without over-indulging too much. Then sit back and watch your body grow!



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Revamped strength, nutrition program leads to big gains at Florida State Seminoles defensive tackle Everett Dawkins has added nearly 25 pounds – one of several players to significantly increase their weight. TALLAHASSEE — Jimbo Fisher was talking more like a scout for a modeling agency than a football coach. Read more on Orlando Sentinel


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Emily Mitchell, MS, RD, CSSD, CDE is a Fit4D Nutrition and Fitness Coach. An expert in diet and fitness, Emily counsels, treats and educates patients suffering from diabetes and weight management issues. In addition to working closely with Endocrinologists and other physicians, Emily teaches numerous classes and lectures in the areas of weight management, sports nutrition, and diabetes. Emily is an active member of the American Dietetic Association, American Diabetes Association and California Dietetic Association. She also has a masters degree in Exercise Science with an emphasis on Sports Psychology. Emily has been spotlighted on KCAL/KCBS TV and guest hosted on WNN talk radio’s “Janis’ Jump Start to Good Health – The Role of a RD, CDE”, contributes to the new Vivid Magazine, Nikes ClubRunLA & TEAM IN TRAINING program. Emily also regularly speaks and writes articles about current issues in diabetes, weight management, and sports nutrition. Emily can be reached at emitchell@fit4d.com

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Frank Shamrock, one of the most known MMA fighters and experts talks about importance of nutrition for MMA fighters and everyone else, and gives some great tips to improve it. For more weight loss and exercise/training information visit buy-diet-pills-online.net . Note Shape-yourself.net had nothing to do with making of this video, it just features it on the site and recommends it.

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I tell the clients doing personal training in Singapore with me, that their weight loss diet plan is, in most regards even harder to stick to than training.

Training is 4-6 times per week for 30 min to 90 min. That is only a fraction of your life. However, eating right is a constant battle since you should be eating often.

The great thing is that once you learn and have the habit of preparing food, eating correctly is not a burden at all. That’s when you know that your weight loss diet plan is in full swing.

As a personal trainer in Singapore (which is a food crazy county!), I love cooking for myself (I don’t love doing dishes but it’s a necessary evil, and having home cooked food is worth the trouble) and once you do it, there is no turning back.

In fact I find myself having less and less cravings for poor food choices (Making it even easier to stick to the weight loss diet plan). In addition, when you eat well you are “fine tuning” your car (body) to like and accept only the top quality fuels.

Your taste preferences change and you reap the benefit of the improved fuel choices in your weight loss diet plan. Once you notice these benefits – health, fat loss, improved energy, no drowsy periods of the day etc, there is no turning back. The common “journey of a thousand miles starts with a single step” saying really does apply to dietary change.

Here is my “Singapore personal trainer tip-sheet” to getting that weight loss diet plan up and running.

Tip 1: Animal eating and other good protein sources – get some of these every meal the benefits of protein are just great!

Tip 2: Timing is important especially for starchy carbohydrates. Only in the morning and after training are these starches put to good use. If you are a former fat boy like myself I wouldn’t even eat them in the morning.

Tip 3: Plan and prepare. This applies to cooking and shopping and even dining out. There is almost no way to consistently succeed in eating the right thing if you don’t prepare. I know that I eat poorer not because of desire for junk food, but because situations that I was not prepared for came up and interfered with my eating plan. When dining out, feel free to ask for modified foods on the menu. E. g. “May I have the Lamb chops with no potato but more steamed veggies please”. ”

Tip 4: You don’t need to be perfect, but you do need to be very, very good. Perfection is impossible and also unnecessary. Plan (yup there is that “p” word again) a few imperfect meals each week, time with family, friends and even a scoop of ice cream. No need to be a social outcast just because you want to be healthy. But the remainder of the time, be ruthlessly excellent with your eating.

Tip 5: Cut out non-water drinks. One of the easiest and most powerful habits to implement. Calories in drinks come mostly from high fructose corn syrup or plain white sugar. Both of these make the “badness” factor go up really quickly and without warning – it’s scary. Ok fine, a black coffee in the morning, and some unsweetened herbal drinks/teas are ok.

Tip 6: If you are hungry, eat something. This means eating often – like every 2-3 hours. Don’t fall into the “I’ll get fit by starving” foolishness, or the “I’m busy, food doesn’t matter” misconception (My experience as a personal trainer in Singapore tell me that these misconceptions are pretty widespread).

The former is just malnutrition waiting to happen, and the latter can be “planned away” so it doesn’t occur. A missed meal is as bad for you as an unhealthy meal. Your many meals each day don’t need to be fancy affairs. A cup of low fat yogurt and a handful of nuts is a good “meal” that can take you from mid-morning till lunch in a healthy way.



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