Sports Supplement Digest - Preview - Issue #1

Welcome To The First Edition of the Sports Nutrition Resource Guide.  Below are various links that we've found informative and highly interesting in regards to all things sports nutrition.   Please enjoy and feel free to input any comments you may have.ISSUE #1: JAN 2011
 
Guys Pay Attention: Does Creatine Make You Bigger In ALL Areas?

This hormone is a metabolite of testosterone that is one factor in penis length and overall height. In fact it was found that afro-american men have more of this hormone than caucasian men, even though their testosterone levels are the same...READ MORE

Novedex XT – Review and Side Effects

There is no doubt that Novedex XT boosts testosterone, and is very effective at changing the estrogen to testosterone ratio with very minor side effects. Unfortunately studies have shown that changing this ratio does not increase muscle mass...READ MORE

 

The Top Muscle Builders Supplements On The Market

If you want the top Muscle Builders Supplements, you need to consider the basics of whether your diet and training are in order. You can’t grow unless you have a proper diet and exercise plan in place. I suggest downloading a free workout plan like the one here to help get...READ MORE

LG Sciences Un-Leashes HOT new Product - REZOLUTION

Dieting sucks! The worst part about a diet is the miserable cravings and bad mood that you get when you go without food. These bad moods may be caused by the denial of DOPAMINE in...READ MORE

 

Muscle Building Herbs: Do They Really Work?

Tribulus Aquaticus is an herbal extract sold as a muscle builder and a replacement for anabolic steroids. Users do report some benefits to the herb, but overall there is little to no data supporting it's use as a sports supplement meant to boost or act like testosterone...READ MORE

 

3Beta-Hydroxyandrost-5-Ene-17-One - Nature's Miracle Androgen

3beta-Hydroxyandrost-5-Ene-17-One is a androgenic hormone that is sold in the United States and in some other countries for anti-aging and overall fitness. This androgenic hormone is being used by people from 21 to their 90's as a way to increase the natural...READ MORE

1,4 AD is Now Illegal
Hey guys,

Just wanted to spark up some discussion on the infamous 1,4 AD.   Did you now it's illegal now?
Here take a look at my article about it.

http://www.androcycle.com/14-ad/

The supplements to get that perfect bikini body!

Best Muscle Builders Supplements

 Before you pick a muscle builders supplements you want to have your diet and exercise plan ready to go. Without a proper diet and exercise plan you won't be able to grow, so make sure you follow a good one.  There are many free workout plans like this one available on the internet:   FREE WORKOUT PLAN

When you choose a good diet and workout plan, then you can move on to proper muscle builders supplements for gaining mass.  There are many muscle builders supplements available on the market and you can get lost with what to choose. This should serve as a guideline for what kind of muscle builders supplements to choose.

 Creatine

 The most commonly used supplement that beginners start with is Creatine.  Creatine is one of the best muscle builders on the market because it can help a bodybuilder in three separate ways.  Creatine is one of the safest muscle builders supplements out there and has been studied since 1994 for safety.  Creatine builds mass by adding in an immediate water gaining or "volumization" effect to muscle. Also, creatine recharges ATP, which gives you more energy to perform. Finally, Creatine can block key enzymes that tear down muscle which will ultimately help you carry more mass.

 Amino Acids

 Amino Acids are the second part of our muscle builders supplements.  Amino Acids are not the same as straight protein from meat or even protein shakes.  Actually, a recent study has shown that ingesting and amino acid supplement before your workout will help you gain 33% more muscle each time you exercise.  The amino acid Leucine is the most important anabolic amino acid.  You need this amino acid in almost every supplement you take.  Our favorite stack that has creatine, leucine and other amino acids is found here and will give you all of the basic building blocks for muscle growth:   THE PERFECT STACK

 This stack is amazing because it gives you protein, creatine and amino acids for growth and is the best stack for the beginner who wants to put on tons of muscle while staying away from anything hormonal.

 The Next Step

 If you want to take your workout to the next level, you need to look at something stronger like an herbal testosterone booster or natural herbal androgen.  These two ingredients optimize the hormones of the natural athlete by increasing testosterone levels. 

 Testosterone boosting is going to help you increase aggression and muscle mass when in the gym.  You can boost testosterone naturally, using herbs and other supplements that boost your testosterone naturally.  Unlike steroids, these don't screw up your normal production of testosterone, they actually signal your body to make more testosterone.  The most popular testosterone booster on the market can be found here:   THE BEST TESTOSTERONE BOOSTER 

 If you want to go a step further, you can use natural herbal androgens. These ingredients are going to act like testosterone in your body and give you the natural boost in mass and strength that comes from steroid use, without being on anything that is a steroid.  You can be confident that these are not going to cause you to piss hot on a drug test. You can use these to give yourself a natural gain of 6-8lbs in a month.  A great natural steroid replacement and muscle builders supplements can be found here:   THE BEST STEROID REPLACEMENT 

 Steroids...legal and illegal

 Steroids are the holy grail of all sports supplements. They are still available on the internet, in gyms and in many countries they are not considered illegal.  Anabolic steroids are able to put on 10-12lbs of mass in one single month and can certainly be the best muscle builders for people wanting to get big.  People should be over 21 before they take any kind of steroids because these muscle builders supplements are not natural.  Also they can cause you to fail a drug test if you are an athlete or tested professional.

 Most steroids are illegal in the US, but there is one still legal steroid that you can take, which will help you boost your testosterone levels and give you massive gains in the gym.  This steroid is available without a prescription and can be a huge benefit for the experienced athlete looking for the best muscle builders supplements on the market.

 You can find these legal steroids HERE:

 Now that you have the basic muscle builders supplements, you can choose which one is right for you and start to put together your own program for putting on tons of mass.  Remember all muscle builders supplements are subject to proper diet and exercise and nothing will replace hard work, so you need both to succeed...

If you like my article, please check out my others:

 Whey Protein Shake Review

D-Aspartic Acid Review

6 OXO Review

Chrysin Review

Massularia Acuminate Review

Creatine Effects

How to Use Andro In A Cycle

Is Tribulus Terrestris Worth The Hype?

Feeding Your Body:  Creatine Nutrition

Are There Any Side Effects With Creatine?

What Is A Creatine Serum?

Is There Science Behind Tribulus Aquaticus?

Creatine Powder Vs. Creatine Pills; Which One Works!

The Best Creatine On The Supplement Market:  LG Sciences Anadraulic State GT

1 MP Review

Muscle Pharm Assault Review

The Perfect Workout Stack: Trifecta Stack

Branched Chain Amino Acids: Are They Really Needed?

Supplement Review: Formadrol Extreme XL

The Natural Alternative To Steroids

Supplement Review:  Endothil CR Review

Supplement Review:  VPX Anarchy

Supplement Review:  Methyl Masterdrol

Has anyone ever ordered online ?
I used to buy hoodia gordonii pills offline, but pharmacy that has hoodia is far away and I'm tired of spending hours in transport.

Now found this site - http://www.buy-mega-hoodia.com
Is it ok to buy pills over the internet ?
Has anyone any experience with online pharmacy stores ? Is it safe ?

clen/t3: weight losee "stack"
Has anyone tried the clen/t3 mix or know someone who has (or either part of the mix)?

What were your/his/her experiences? What else have you heard?

Do you think if I took it it would interact with my adderal?

If you do think it would interact would you suggest just taking the clen part?

Do you know of a reliable place to buy these pills online?

Anything else you want to tell me other than I shouldn't take diet pills blah blah blah?

New community!

Tonight was parent-teacher conference night. I have this gigantic cramp in my neck/shoulders from stress, I think. I don't know why I am stressed out (I really internally don't feel stress, but my body certainly does). This morning we had a staff meeting, and a bunch of teachers brought in muffins and donuts. I told myself it was not an option.

Then at lunch, I had my healthy lean cuisine and peaches. But dinner was awful. See, on P-T conference night, our PTO brings in food and there's usually a somorgasboard of things to choose from. But they forgot (bc we changed the date of the conferences) and all we had was pizza. I literally had 10 minutes to eat between conferences (if that), so I had pizza for dinner. I am not a huge fan of pizza, so I wasn't very happy about this... plus it really didn't go along with my diet. Ugh. I am mad at myself for eating it.

Then I got home (8:30) and I decided I wanted to go to bed early. That's where I am headed now. I should have gone down and worked out. I am not beating myself up over it because I am dead tired. I put in a 12 hour day. I will make sure to get it in tomorrow. What's strange is that I actually feel like I am missing something if I don't do my workout. I feel guilty, and I really truly miss it. That's a good sign, right?

I hope everyone is doing well. I wish I had more time to comment on blogs, but with my work schedule, weekends are really my only free time. Good luck to all of you! : )

Tonight was parent-teacher conference night. I have this gigantic cramp in my neck/shoulders from stress, I think. I don't know why I am stressed out (I really internally don't feel stress, but my body certainly does). This morning we had a staff meeting, and a bunch of teachers brought in muffins and donuts. I told myself it was not an option.

Then at lunch, I had my healthy lean cuisine and peaches. But dinner was awful. See, on P-T conference night, our PTO brings in food and there's usually a somorgasboard of things to choose from. But they forgot (bc we changed the date of the conferences) and all we had was pizza. I literally had 10 minutes to eat between conferences (if that), so I had pizza for dinner. I am not a huge fan of pizza, so I wasn't very happy about this... plus it really didn't go along with my diet. Ugh. I am mad at myself for eating it.

Then I got home (8:30) and I decided I wanted to go to bed early. That's where I am headed now. I should have gone down and worked out. I am not beating myself up over it because I am dead tired. I put in a 12 hour day. I will make sure to get it in tomorrow. What's strange is that I actually feel like I am missing something if I don't do my workout. I feel guilty, and I really truly miss it. That's a good sign, right?

I hope everyone is doing well. I wish I had more time to comment on blogs, but with my work schedule, weekends are really my only free time. Good luck to all of you! : )

Today I started my rigorous program in which I will change my life.
I adopted the motto "It's not an option." When I saw the chocolate chip cookie bars in the lounge, and I wanted to eat them, I told myself "it's not an option". When I wanted a mountain dew from the vending machine, I said "It's not an option". When I wanted to eat a chocolate graham cracker (that my hubby waved in front of my face) I told myself, "it's not an option."
And then tonight when I didn't want to take my ample rear downstairs and get my workout on, I screamed inside my head "it's NOT an OPTION!"
So I completed a 90 min. workout. 45 of it was cardio kickboxing, and 45 of it was sculpting with weights.

I also stayed between 1200-1400 calories for the day.

I am on a mission to stay in that calorie range and to burn 1000 calories a day exercising. I want my old body back. I can do this!

Tomorrow before work I will get up and run on the treadmill for 30 minutes to rev up my metabolism.

I'll check back in tomorrow to let you know how I do...please be my accountability partners!

Current Mood: determined

MARINA Musical Health song of the day!
Hi!....MARINA here! As a mom of 3 kids who has lost 100 pounds while writing music for the fitness community, staying positive and motivated is key!
Here is a FREE Fitness Song from http://www.marinaonline.com/new/index.php to get you moving right at your desk today...walk in place or just pop to the beat.

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medication and weight gain
I have ADD Bipolar disorder and I also suffer with depressions.

I have also had issues with eating disorders as well but not lately.

For the past year and a half to two years I have been taking 225mg of effexor and 40 milligrams of Adderal daily which have also aided me in losing about 20 lbs.

Recently the doctor has changed this because he found that together these have caused substantial weight loss.

I had been out of my meds for a month when I saw the doc and by then had gained 15-20 lbs going from my usual 125 lbs to 140!

Now the new mads he has given me have proved to cause even MORE fucking weight gain: Celexa, Seroquel and then I am on my regular 40 milligrams of Adderal and also now I will be taking Yaz.

What are your experiances with Celexa, Seroquel and Yaz? Have you gained weight on these? I have a friend who takes Seroquel and she doesn't experience any weight gain but I think she might be just weird because the general studies I have found say most people gain up to twenty lbs in the first 4 months on it.

I am really freaking out because I want to drop off this damn 20lbs QUICK and I will do this unhealthily if I have to. My next photo shoot is on the 5th and I need to be in the best shape I can be obviously because my livelihood depends on my looks being a model and running a porn site and all.

Any tips or tricks on how to beat the bulge on psychiatric meds?

Confusing
Confusing, but good. Why does my actual weight (blue squares) jump around so much around the predicted weight (pink)?

Below 180 milestone
OK, today I'm 179.8 lbs, first time in a very long time.

FitDay.com is working, but I find that it overestimates how much weight I'm going to lose. It overestimates by about 125 Calories per day for me. That's the "fudge factor" that I need to add to bring predicted in agreement with reality.

But I'm happy with it, and it's free, so it couldn't be better.

Current Mood: content

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I have lost too much weight for my clothes... they are falling off... but I still can't fit into my skinny clothes! It needs to get warmer because my in between clothes are all spring and summer!

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Up until this week I was obese... this is a big day for me!

You Are Somewhat Overweight

Your BMI is 29.7 - a healthy BMI falls between 18.5 and 25 While you aren't obese, you could use to lose a few pounds (unless you're very muscular). Your BMI puts you at a slightly higher risk for type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and certain cancers. Don't starve yourself or crash diet. See a doctor to learn how to lose weight safely. Don't agree? Blame the government standards we based this test on!

The kids are about to kill me. Yesterday I was actually really pumped up about being halfway to my goal weight. Every night Samantha asks me how my diet is going. I think she finds it novel that I'm dieting. She is skinny. She doesn't understand that this isn't a crash diet and I'm not trying to lose 5 or ten pounds. I'm trying to lose 70! She doesn't get that I will struggle always with my weight the same way I have always struggled with my weight. She always asks about my diet then says something like, "Sounds like you're not allowed to eat much." or "Wow, that doesn't sound like much food." She doesn't actually listen to the amount of food I'm eating, just makes a snap judgement because it's a "diet." She told me last night that I don't really need to lose weight. I'm sorry, honey, I do. She said, "Your diet is just so restrictive!" Ummm... no. It's not. I told her I had lost 35 pounds, but that I still have 35 to lose. She was shocked and said that I don't and that I look fine. She then started to talk about how her mom is getting a tummy tuck. Good for her. While she's paying for that you might want to ask where the child support money is. But that's a different story all together! We moved on from the weight discussion and Lexi told Samantha she liked her jeans. She asked what size they were (wondering if she could borrow them). She told her they were ones... that she usually wore threes, bur for some reason she got these in a one. That's when I turned to Jess and said, "Ummmm... that's why I need to be on a diet!" Samantha tried to stand up for herself by saying, "I used to be a nine!" I laughed and said I used to be a nine too! I wish I could be a nine again!" I was a nine at my lowest weight ever! Jess just turned to her and said, "When were you ever that big?!" She said, "In 8th and 9th grade. I was CHUBBY! You should have seen my gut! I have pictures to prove it!" Yeah... that made me feel better. A LOT better.... right.

FitDay.com
I've started using FitDay.com to log my food and activities. It's a very nice site. I am learning that I eat many more Calories than I thought. I've got a 300 Calorie per day deficit going. That had better translate into a pound every 12 days, or I'm going to be very puzzled.

Standstill
The holidays fought me to a standstill, in fact I'm up to 187 lbs. But, I've been doing lots of resistance training, and my strength is lots greater, so I'm guessing that new 2 lbs is muscle mass. Bodyfat is 19.5%.

The goal remains, elusive, at 174 lbs, 14% bodyfat.

I have hardly been cycling at all. Almost no aerobic work in the last couple of months. Maybe I'll make some progress when I start cycling again in the new year.