Recent content by rschaefer

Gummy bears or pixxy sticks work for post workout insulin spike.

There a mutltitude of reasons that cheat meals are a good idea. For me, I love pizza and do legs on Mondays, so its a win win. I get extra carbs and I get to eat pizza on Sundays.

Most of those equations are based a untrained person and does not eqaute vigorous actvity. Your nutrion should mirror the type of exercise and goals you have. Remember, as you increase lean muscle mass you burn more claories which translates into bodyfat loss. Don't just count calories.

Diet pills don't work unless you have the habit of eating clean and traing properly down. Supplements in all forms, are inherently only effective when combined with proper nutrion and exercise. Once you get the basics down, then start experimenting with supplements. Fat burners are stimulants...

Since, I am not a doctor I would recommend seeing a physician if the pain persists. Other than that, rest and alternate heat/cold compress for chronic pain. Remember to do some kind of stretching if you are inflexible in that area; which, could lead to injury if you are doing compund movements...

GASP products are solid for any type of lifting;bodybuilding or powerlifting. Very durable and comfortable. I've used thier wrist straps and knee wraps from them and have had no complaints.

Keep up the good work!

In all my studies a mixed diet is the most efficient way for the average person who is looking to maintain a healthy weight. Elite athletes and bodybuilders can alter their ratios to match their workouts and/or pre/post contests. The average person would be better off sticking to a realistic...

I am sure that some of the board reps here would disagree;however, there is no supplement or "diet" that will target visceral fat in the abdomen. How you store body fat and/or burn it off, has to do with genetics, nutrition and exercise. There is no quick fix to gaining "abs". Hard work and...

Hey, I am new to this thread. I have been lifting for the greater part of two decades. I hold my masters degree in exercise science and currently work in the fitness industry. Hope to make some good connections and help answer some questions a long the way!