glycogen

I know we all have to find what works for you/me and all of our opinions vary, but in light of things I've seen on logs lately, I wanted to share my theory on why maybe you'd want to do it different. Of course I'm open to discussion because I know my brain can get locked on things now and that's...

By Anthony Ricciuto B.Phed. C.F.T. S.P.N. F.T. At the present time the most written about macronutrient is the carbohydrate. This macronutrient has gone through some major changes over the years. Well, the carbohydrate hasn’t actually gone through physical changes, but the way dieticians and...

The performance-enhancing properties of insulin mean misuse of the hormone is becoming increasingly common in some sports. But health experts warn that those dabbling in the drug could cause themselves irreparable damage. Almost the “perfect drug” Recently, it emerged that a 31-year-old man...

Dorian Yates on Peaking for a Contest The final week before you enter a contest is critical, when nerves and indecision can reign. Here’s my nine-step plan to keep calm and get that last week right so that you peak on contest day, which is usually a Saturday. 1) Carbohydrate Depletion and...

The role of insulin is a current topic reverberating through gyms everywhere. Insulin is a hormone best known for its role in glucose metabolism. In an attempt to provide some clear scientific information to our trainers, this article will discuss the different classifications of carbohydrates...

Maximize Muscle fullness onstage with insulin and carb loading without spilling over and looking smooth! Insulin. Perhaps the most controversial performance enhancing drug used in BB’ing today, insulin’s talent for causing dramatic physical change over a short period of time is unrivaled by all...

<tbody> <tbody> Gycogen and Resistance Training Todd Astorino, M.S. and Len Kravitz, Ph.D.Studies Reviewed: Haff, G. G., et al. 1999. The effect of carbohydrate supplementation on multiple sessions and bouts of resistance exercise. Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research, 13, (2), 111-7...

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