Over two-thirds (69%) agreed that bodybuilders would be more successful in competition if they watched more of what they eat and that pressure to alter diet helps to meet goals for competition. Over half (62%) disagreed that pressure to alter diet makes one less confident that one can be...
Using anabolic steroids got more common in the early 60’s when bodybuilders found out this can take their muscles some steps higher. But even about steroid, the majority of studies link long-term consumption of steroid with a higher risk of cardiovascular disease and irregular heart function. ...
Premature deaths in bodybuilders regularly make headlines and are cited as evidence that bodybuilding is a dangerous activity. A wealth of research has revealed elite athletes typically enjoy lower mortality rates than non-athletes, but research on bodybuilder lifespan is surprisingly limited. Anabolic ...
An observational study gathered information on nutritional peak week and competition day strategies among 81 natural bodybuilders (Males = 59, Females = 22) via a 34-item questionnaire; the survey listed commonly utilized peaking strategies and provided additional space for qualitative informati...
Although allowing your hips to rise from the bench may give the impression of increased range of motion, back and hip extension does not equate to shoulder mobility. Unlike a competition-stylebench press, arching is counterproductive to the pullover because it ultimately removes tension from latissi...
Bodybuilding is a competitive endeavor where a combination of muscle size, symmetry, “conditioning” (low body fat levels), and stage presentation are judged. To be successful, competitors must present their best physique during the day (or days) of the competition. Bodybuilders typically employ ...
California bodybuilding competition in 1998 as well as a few other competitions. But his extreme popularity was more due to the fact that he had a larger than life personality and wasn’t afraid to be real and honest. Piana ran a YouTube channel where he gave inspirational speeches, work...
25.Hales, Michael E et al. “Kinematic analysis of the powerlifting style squat and the conventional deadlift during competition: is there a cross-over effect between lifts?.”Journal of strength and conditioning researchvol. 23,9 (2009): 2574-80. ...
Reebokis an iconic general activewear company that has been around for more than 60 years. They now have a pretty impressive range of training apparel for bodybuilders and other hardcore iron pumpers. They offer complete fitness gear lines for men, women, and children. ...
For instance, bodybuilders mistaken for “natural” mesomorphs may actually be endomorphs who’ve trained and dieted hard. Or they could also be ectomorphs who’ve spent years guzzling protein shakes and lifting weights. Solve your clients' biggest problems. Are You Missing This? From ...