The BackdropEven if we look back to the 1970s and 80s, while women had already been making significant progress in other fields, bodybuilding was not considered as one of the most desirable things for any woman to follow. The world was going through a fitness revolution, but it was still generally unheard of about a woman joining a gym. They could pursue their fitness program and training but that was mainly limited to some basic freehand...more
Things to Look Out For During the beginner days muscle development is relatively significant. This is because when you start out the opportunities are endless. Since there is so much scope for improvement, even the minor improvements are noticeable. Things however change when you graduate to the intermediate level. Although now the routine becomes tougher, the gains are less evident. This is because, by the time you move to the intermediate...more
The Benefits of Natural Bodybuilding There is a whole range of benefits in practicing natural bodybuilding. With the proper effort you will have as good a body as any other bodybuilder. The added advantage is that you will know that the integrity of your body and your character has not been compromised in the process. You have done it the hard way, and you should be immensely proud about it. Basics of Natural Bodybuilding Routines Natural Bodybuilding separates itself from other streams of bodybuilding mainly on the issue of dietary habits and practices. But at the end of the day the most crucial thing about bodybuilding and developing muscles boils down to the kind of exercise routine you follow. And that is why it is of utmost importance that you lay a lot of stress on your training procedures. You have to accept the fact that developing a proper routine involves a lot of research and thinking through. All this takes time and you have to be patient. But the patience pays off in the long run. Once you know which routine works for you, then you can focus on the exercises and you need not unnecessarily worry about injuries or results. The initial time invested in the research...more
Popular BeliefThere is a widespread perception that, since Natural Bodybuilders are not taking drugs to boost their muscles, they have to replace it with protein. But while protein is a very important constituent of their meal, it is not the only important thing to worry about. The amount of carbohydrate and fat that is consumed is also important....more
Bodybuilding Does Not Make Womens Features Masculine There is a widespread perception that doing weights make women develop big muscles which makes them look bulky. The perception has grown from seeing photographs of women bodybuilders which appear on various fitness magazines. But such figures are not natural. As unfortunate as it may be, most of...more
The Primacy of WorkoutsSince a womans body is not exactly the same as that of a mans, the exercise routine also needs some tweaking. The routine obviously has to be well-planned and thought out. The routine should focus not only on gaining muscle mass but should also help the body to function properly. To plan your bodybuilding workout you can consult a professional trainer who should be able to chalk out a plan for a couple of months. After you complete these months of training you can revisit the routine and make the changes that are necessary. You can also talk to established professional bodybuilders who can have important things to share which they have picked up through the years of training. For your diet, you can consult a nutritionist. The thing you have to look out for is that you have several small meals a day, you should never feel famished, and your diet should have a balanced proportion of carbohydrates, protein and fats. When we say fats, we mean unsaturated fats that are good for our health. Unsaturated fat can be obtained from olive oil and fish oil.A lot about your bodybuilding routine will depend on the age group you belong to and the kind of structure you have....more
If a person really wants to burn fat and lose weight, most of the time they turn to a cardiovascular workout. What many people do not realize that they need to build muscle to burn fat. This is the whole concept behind popular workouts! A...more
Dumbbells are the most versatile and effective workout tool for constructing a muscular body. With just a pair of dumbbells, we can perform dozens of compound and isolated workouts in order to strip away fat, develop lean muscle mass and improve...more
Static stretching is where you take a muscle through its full range of motion and hold it there for a length of time. This is a great way to ensure you lengthen muscles back to their original length after a workout session, and to flush away waste...more
In other words, they try to reduce their body fats at the same time they are getting bigger to be healthier, stronger and of course, much more appealing to the opposite sex. Here are some helpful tips to better understand the basic principles behind...more
Asking a group of people may generate completely different answers each and every time regardless of where they heard the information on ways to build muscle quickly. Studies have shown that there is no quick solution. The fastest and most effective...more
Here are some tips on how to get bigger quicker without having to waste so much of your time doing strenuous exercises at the gym. Do Your Training At A Higher IntensityResearch has confirmed that a person's blood sugar level decreases following 20...more