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Top Supplements
2007-09-13 14:18:00
Please remember that a dietary supplement is intended to supply nutrients,(vitamins, minerals, fatty acids or amino acids) that are missing or not consumed in sufficient quantity in a person's diet. Bodybuilding supplements are substances taken by athletes involved in weight training or other sports to aid in the building of muscle mass or aid fat loss. Bodybuilding supplements may also be used to improve sports performance and improve recovery from events and training. Aromatase inhibitors (prevent conversion of E to T, increase testosterone) 6-OXO, Ergopharm Beta-alanine (increase work capacity) Beta-7, Biotest Branched chain amino acids (promote lean mass, recovery) BCAA+G, MRM Branched chain amino acids, Biotest Growth factor, Nutrabolics Creatine (increase intracellular fluid, increase strength) Creatine monohydrate, Prolab Micronized German creatine, Biotest Phosphagen elite, EAS Essential fatty acids (anti-inflammatory, cognitive function, cardiovascular... [[ This ...
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UFC Fighter Keith Jardine
2007-09-13 04:59:00
Name: Keith Jardine Nick Name: The Dean of Mean Record 12 - 3 - 1 (Win - Loss - Draw) Team: Jackson's Submission Fighting Height: 6'2 (188cm) Weight: 205lbs (93kg) Fights out of: Albuquerque, New Mexico Breif Bio Keith Hector Jardine (born October 31, 1975) is an American mixed martial artist (MMA), currently fighting at light heavyweight for the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). He made his debut with the organization on The Ultimate Fighter 2, where he was cast as a heavyweight under coach Rich Franklin. MMA Career Jardine made his professional mixed martial arts debut in 2001, defeating Amir Rahnavardi by armbar submission. He would win five out of his next six bouts, suffering one knockout loss to Travis Wiuff, before debuting in the Japanese Pancrase organization in 2003. Jardine's bout in Pancrase, with Keiichiro Yamamiya, ended in a draw. Jardine defeated his next two opponents, including a submission win over Red Devil Sport Club fighter Arman Gambaryan, b...
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UFC All Access: Chuck Liddell
2007-09-13 04:48:00
Charles David 'Chuck ' Liddell (born December 17, 1969 in Santa Barbara, California), also known as "The Iceman" is a mixed martial artist who currently fights for the Ultimate Fighting Championship . A former UFC Light Heavyweight champion, Liddell has an extensive background in kickboxing and collegiate wrestling. He is associated with the Pit team and recently earned a purple belt in Brazilian jiu-jitsu. However, he is generally regarded as a stand-up fighter, relying primarily on his background in Kempo karate and Koei-Kan karate. Because of his relaxed "hands-down" stance and the various angles from which he throws punches, many within the MMA community have labelled Liddell's style "unorthodox." Along with Muhammad Ali, he is one of the only fighters to have knocked out an opponent with a cross while stepping backwards. Liddell is noted within MMA circles for his exceptional takedown defense and knockout ability.[1] http://www.megavideo.com/?v=TW5EM99L Run time: 19:34... ...
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Personal Training Special From Charles Gym
2007-09-12 22:46:00
A special bonus offer for members of Extreme Fitness Clubs and Good Life fitness Clubs. Stop paying the gym, and start compensating the trainer. Did you know your personal trainer only receives 20-30% of the contract. The gym takes upwards of 75% of what you are paying for your PT service. It's not fair to the trainer. It's not fair to the client. These companies stall your progress, so they can get you to renew your sessions. They hire trainers with no more than a weekend certification. These trainers do not have the skills needed to work with injuries/athletes/seniors, or you. It takes more than good looks to help a client reach their goals. When your paying upwards of $80 per session you deserve an established trainer with with positive testimonials from their clients. You deserve and educated trainer with hands-on experience with special populations. You deserve Charles Gym! Training rates are kept low because your not paying a commercial facility. Training experiences ar...
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Confessions of a Pit Fighter
2007-09-12 21:53:00
Confessions of a Pit Fighter Confessions of a Pit Fighter is a film slated for release in late 2007. It is a fighting film that follows an embattled pit fighter on a quest for revenge against the man that killed his brother. Story The Story: Confessions of a Pit Fighter Boasting extraordinary performances that are by turns devastatingly poignant and vigorously uplifting, this film is a confident and auspicious step into the fight drama genre. Director Art Camacho has conceived a sophisticated study of big breaks and last chances, and filmed in a moody, atmospheric style that is completely engrossing. Eddie Castillo (World Martial Arts Champion, Hector Echavarria) is a quiet man. He has survived seven years of incarceration in the California state penal system for killing a man in an illegal ?Pit Fight?, and wants nothing more than to live out his life in relative tranquility. His younger brother, David (Ricardo Medina, Jr.), has been on his own while Eddie was away and has... [...
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Featured Product: MRM BCAA+G 2.2lbs
2007-09-11 21:43:00
For those of you who have forgotten, the branched chain amino acids are named leucine, isoleucine, and valine. What sets them apart from other amino acids is that they have some very specific, very special properties: ? BCAA promote protein synthesis in muscle. ? BCAA taken during training have been shown to increase both growth hormone and insulin, thus increasing anabolism and anti-catabolism. ? BCAA, unlike other amino acids, are used to provide energy. ? A 1992 Italian study showed that BCAA taken prior to a workout not only prevented a decrease in post-workout Testosterone levels, but caused it to increase. ? BCAA have been shown to decrease post-workout soreness. ? BCAA, according to a 1997 Italian study published in Medicina Dello Sport, when taken 30 minutes before and 30 minutes after a workout, were shown to increase lean body mass and improve strength in the bench press and squat. ? BCAA have been shown to increase exercise endurance, especially exercise conducted ...
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UFC 75 Media Update ( 2 new fights)
2007-09-11 18:57:00
Update: Two new fights from the undercard at Champion Vs Champion. Update: UFC Event Centre (right side bar) UFC 71: Liddell vs. Jackson UFC 72: Victory UFC 73: Stacked UFC 74: Respect UFC 75: Champion Vs Champion Update: UFC All Access (right side bar) Chuck Liddell Georges 'Rush' Saint-Pierre Quinton Rampage Jackson Randy Couture Tito Ortiz Also be sure to check out my newest MMA post: MMA Strength: Using the Posterior Chain to Build Explosive Strength available by following the link below. http://charlesgym.blogspot.com/2007/09/mm a-strength-using-posterior-chain-to.html Media Prelim Fight UFC 75 - Thiago Silva vs Tomasz Drwal URL: http://www.megavideo.com/?v=G9QF166V Download link: http://www.megaupload.com/?d=BDQUSWSF Prelim Fight UFC 75 - Gleison Tibau vs Terry Etim URL: http://www.megavideo.com/?v=R8PU2QVZ Download link: http://www.megaupload.com/?d=7G6R2EXQ [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]
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Exercise of the Month: September 2007
2007-09-11 05:20:00
Barbell Complex III Movement Breakdown 1. Jump Shrug Take an overhand grip on the bar, hands slightly wider than shoulder width. Bend the knees slightly to prepare the explosion. While jumping (via hip extension) shrug your shoulders up to the ears. 2. Hanging Clean and Squat Preparation Grip the bar with an over hand grip slightly wider than shoulder width. Position the shoulders over the bar with the back arched tightly. Arms are straight with elbows pointed along the bar. Execution Pull the bar up and vigorously raise the shoulders while keeping the barbell close to the thighs. When the barbell passes mid-thigh, allow it to contact the thighs. Jump upward extending the body. Shrug the shoulders and pull the barbell upward with the arms allowing the elbows to flex out to the sides, keeping the bar close to the body. Aggressively pull the body under the bar, rotating the elbows around the bar. Catch the bar on the shoulders while moving into a squat position. Hitting the... ...
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Asafa Powell Breaks 100m World Record in Italy
2007-09-10 20:47:00
"Powell 'will lower mark further' By Sarah Holt Jamaican Asafa Powell will continue to beat his own 100m world record, says Dr Steve Ingham, lead physiologist for the English Institute of Sport. Powell, 24, set a new mark of 9.74 seconds to better his previous best by 0.03secs in Italy on Sunday. Ingham told BBC Sport: "My gut feeling is the physiology of Asafa Powell lends itself to lowering the world record because he has such an explosive start. "I wouldn't be surprised if he is able to lower it below 9.7 seconds." Powell broke the 100m record for the second time in two years at the Rieti Grand Prix in conditions perfect for sprinting. The Jamaican's record was aided by a trailing wind of 1.7m per second - under the maximum legal limit of 2m per second - in warm temperatures and on a quick track. Ingham, who is a specialist in understanding how to fine-tune athletes' bodies to improve performance, says Powell is likely to continue to set the 100m benchmark ahe...
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MMA Strength: Using the Posterior Chain to Build Explosive Strength
2007-09-10 19:50:00
"There's an adage that says, "A strong man is strong on the back of his body." This is very relevant and true for MMA fighters. You must develop super-strong muscles that run from the base of your skull down to your Achilles tendons. Some of the most important muscles in this range are your hip extensors and back extensors. These muscles, along with a handful of others, collectively form the posterior chain (PC). Why is the PC important for MMA fighters? Because the PC assists explosive movements involved in locomotion. If you've ever seen a guy shoot forward to drive his shoulder into his opponent's abdomen for a takedown, that's the PC at work. Furthermore, a strong PC will help you lift and throw a fighter, and it'll help you resist being pulled down to the ground. There are many effective exercises that improve the strength of your PC. Good mornings, back extensions, reverse hypers ? they all help. But one exercise remains at the top of my list for PC development for MMA...
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Personal Training Special From Charles Gym
2007-09-10 04:43:00
For the month's of September and October ONLY, Charles Gym will be offering a discount up to 25% off on select personal training packages. Benefits of Personal Training Personal training can benefit everybody - from the individual who is considering fitness for the first time to the elite athlete looking to enhance performance. Everyone can benefit from personal training! Working with a Personal Fitness Trainer, you can achieve your fitness goals - goals as modest as touching your toes again or as ambitious as preparing for a marathon. Each of us is unique; we all have different goals, ambitions and desires. A Personal Fitness Trainer can help you attain your aspirations, by listening to you and understanding your goals and personal time commitments. Fall Discount Special s 10 pack Personal Training Sessions: 25% off regular price* 10 pack Tandem Training Sessions: 20% off regular price** Fall Fitness Assessment: 10% off regular price*** Online Coaching: 10% off regular price,....
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The Discovery of Testosterone
2007-09-09 23:46:00
The Disc over y of Testosterone "In 1929, researchers discovered that male urine contained the mysterious male hormone. Two years later, a professor at the University of Gottinggen named Adolf Butenandt, in conjunction with the Schering pharmaceutical company, isolated minute amounts of the substance and named it androsterone. In 1934, another researcher purified the hormone from cholesterol, and he and Butenandt were later named co-winners of 1938 Nobel Prize in chemistry for their work. In-between those events, in 1935, a professor named Ernst Laquer, with his colleagues and the Dutch pharmaceutical company, Organon, purified the hormone even further from bull testes and gave it the name ? queue up sound of heavenly choir ? Testosterone!" [1] [1]http://www.t-nation.com/readArticle.do ?id=1557428&cr= [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]
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UFC 75: Champion Vs Champion (Videos and Results)
2007-09-09 06:03:00
UFC 75: Champion Vs Champion Full Card Result s Obviously, Spoilers below! Jess Liaudin vs. Anthony Torres (welterweights) Result: Jess Liaudin def. Anthony Torres via TKO (stoppage) ? Round 1, 4:10 Dennis Siver vs. Naoyuki Kotani (lightweights) Result: Dennis Siver def. Naoyuki Kotani via KO (punch) ? Round 2, 2:04 Tomasz Drwal vs. Thiago Silva (light heavyweights) Result: Thiago Silva def. Tomasz Drwal via TKO (strikes) ? Round 2, 4:23 Terry Etim vs. Gleison Tibau (lightweights) Result: Gleison Tibau via Terry Etim via unanimous decision (30-27 on all three cards) Houston Alexander vs. Alessio Sakara (light heavyweights) Result: Houston Alexander def. Alessio Sakara via TKO (stoppage) ? Round 1, 1:01 Marcus Davis vs. Paul Taylor (welterweights) Result: Marcus Davis def. Paul Taylor via submission (arm bar) ? Round 1, 4:14 Mirko ?Cro Cop? Filipovic vs. Cheick Kongo (heavyweights) Result: Cheick Kongo def. Mirko ?Cro Cop? Filipovic via unanimous decision (29-28 on all three...
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UFC All Access: Quinton Rampage Jackson
2007-09-09 02:58:00
Quinton "Rampage" Jackson ""Rampage"(born June 20, 1978) is an American professional mixed martial arts fighter who rose to prominence with his fights in Japan's PRIDE Fighting Championship s. He is currently the light heavyweight champion of the Ultimate Fighting Championship and Middleweight champion of PRIDE Fighting Championships. He has a professional record of 27 wins with 6 losses, and has often been seen with his trademark "Rumble Chain" around his neck ringside and before fights. MMAWeekly.com ranks Rampage as the number 2 Light Heavyweight in the world behind Mauricio "Shogun" Rua. He has notable wins over: Kevin Randleman, Murilo Bustamante, Ricardo Arona, Murilo Rua, Matt Lindland and Chuck Liddell."[1] http://www.megavideo.com/?v=L43N8PPA Run Time: 18:19 [1]Wikipedia.com [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]
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Stretching for the Squat
2007-09-09 02:31:00
When stretching for the squat, focus on all the lower body muscles, but in particular: ? Hip flexors. These are key! This is the fastest way to lengthen the hamstrings! And if you have any impingement to the front of the hips towards the bottom of the squat, this will be magic! ? Tibialis anterior, the front of the shin. You'll be amazed at how this can reduce any impingement you may be experiencing to the front of the ankle joint. Kneel on the ground such that your foot is extended, leg under your body, and put some weight on the heel of this leg, forcing the joint further into extension. [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]
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UFC 75: Free on Spike, TODAY at 9PM
2007-09-08 21:15:00
"UFC 75: Champion vs Champion Topping off an incredible line-up is a dream match between two of the greatest fighters in all of mixed martial arts. For the first time in the sport's history, champion will collide with champion as title-holders Quinton "Rampage" Jackson and Dan Henderson put it all on the line to decide who really is the best 205lbs fighter on the planet. Jackson is coming off a stunning one-round KO of Chuck Liddell and will put his newly won UFC® title belt on line against Henderson, the pound-for-pound superstar who holds two titles in the PRIDE® fighting organization. Also appearing on the stacked super-card is fearsome striker Mirko "Cro Cop," who is looking to erase the memory of his stunning loss to Gabriel Gonzaga in Manchester in April and begin a new reign of terror in the heavyweight division. Plus, in a special attraction the UK's favorite fighting son Michael "the Count" Bisping returns to the Octagon in a light heavyweight battle against Matt Hamil...
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UFC 75 Weigh-ins Via Tape Delay
2007-09-07 00:47:00
Thanks to a five-hour time difference between London and the U.S. East Coast, tomorrow?s UFC 75 weigh-ins will air via tape delay on UFC.com, Yahoo! Sports and other media outlets. A taped version of the weigh-ins should be available for viewing at approximately 2 p.m. ET/11 a.m. PT. UFC 75 takes place at the O2 Arena in London this Saturday, Sept. 8. The Spike TV broadcast features a title unification bout between UFC 205-pound champion Quinton Jackson and PRIDE 205-pound titleholder Dan Henderson . Additionally, the U.K.?s Michael Bisping will face ?The Ultimate Fighter 3? fellow cast member Matt Hamill on the nightâ??s main card. Tomorrow?s weigh-ins, which take place at the London Piazza section of the O2 Arena, begin at approximately 3:30 p.m. BT (10:30 a.m. ET/8:30 a.m. PT). Doors open at 3 p.m. BT. Saturday?s UFC 75 event airs at 9 p.m. ET/PT (via tape delay) on Spike TV. UPDATE UFC 75 Weigh -in Video [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, o...
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The Archives
2007-09-06 21:59:00
Don't forgot to check out my previous entries from August. http://charlesgym.blogspot.com/2007_08_01 _archive.html Some Titles of Interest - Jiu Jitsu in MMA Highlight - Training Journals - Must Read Article: What I?ve Learned from Practical Programming by Mladen Jovanovi? - Must Read Article: How to Design a Damn Good Program by Christian Thibaudeau - 100-meter Sprints to Increase Creatine Utilization - September 2007 Workout Program [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]
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Bedroom Stamina!
2007-09-06 21:53:00
According to the ACE (American Council on Exercise), a normal heart rate during sexual intercourse can average between 90 to 145 beats per minute, or around the same cardiac output as a 6.5 mph pace on the treadmill, and an hour of strenuous sex can equal roughly the same caloric expenditure as running 5 miles. Unfortunately, for all those of you who despise cardio in any form (myself included), there is no way to escape this inevitable conclusion: you must workout your heart. And though hours spent on the treadmill, elliptical machine, or stepper quickly spring to mind, this doesn?t have to be the case. Alternatives such as boxing, jumping rope, and even weight-training exercises, between the range of 15 to 20 reps, are all excellent ways to increase your cardiovascular fitness. The focus here is endurance, so try to increase the intensity and length of your workout each week by at least 5-10% for sustained progress?and watch your stamina skyrocket in the bedroom. Follow up....
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Cholesterol: Whats Up?
2007-09-06 16:35:00
With the drug companies promoting statin drugs (Lipitor, etc) more than ever, most people are confused about cholesterol. Cholesterol is a vital component of every cell membrane on this planet. Without cholesterol, there would be no life on earth. Cholesterol is also needed to make estrogen, testosterone, cortisone, and just about every other vital hormone that you can imagine. The majority of cholesterol in one?s bloodstream is manufactured from the liver. The amount of dietary cholesterol has little to do with your cholesterol levels. Please read that statement again and repeat it out loud. The cholesterol that you are consuming in eggs has little to do with your cholesterol levels. When you go to get your cholesterol levels checked, the total cholesterol is measured and expressed in milligrams per deciliter of blood (mg/dL). HDL and LDL levels are also given. Currently, the most accurate predictor of cardiovascular health is not total cholesterol, but the ratio of HDL to tota...
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Variety In Oils Is Best
2007-09-05 22:19:00
Flaxseed and fish oil both contain Omega -3s, but they're different. Flaxseed contains short chain Omega-3s (alpha linolenic acid) and fish oil contains long chain omega-3s (EPA and DHA). You can't just take one or the other. They both have beneficial properties separate of each other. For example alpha linolenic acid has been shown to reduce levels of C-Reactive Protein (a general marker of inflammation that's been correlated with risk of heart disease), but EPA and DHA do nothing to CRP. [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]
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"Kickboxer" Starring Jean-Claude Van Damme
2007-09-05 16:51:00
Plot The story follows Kurt Sloan, a cornerman for his brother Eric (Dennis Alexio), an American kickboxing champion. Kurt and Eric travel to Bangkok to take on Tong Po (Michel Qissi), the Thailand champion. However, Kurt and Eric quickly discover that they are outmatched by Tong Po and throw in the towel. Rather than stopping the fight, Tong Po continues and brutally paralyzes Eric in the ring. Kurt vows to avenge his brother and defeat Tong Po in the ring, and goes to a remote area in Thailand to train with a famous trainer, Xian Chow, who helps him master the art of Muay Thai ("Thai boxing"). Jean -Claude Van Damme on the Dance Floor Maybe his best fight/dance scene ever. [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]
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"While My Guitar Gently Weeps"
2007-09-05 16:08:00
Jake Shimabukuro rips it up on the ukulele with one of my all time favourite songs. A cover of "While my guitar gently weeps" from the late George Harrison . Jake Shimabukuro Bio "Though many still have trouble pronouncing his last name and the instrument he plays, Jake Shimabukuro (she-ma-BOO- koo-row) is unquestionably regarded as one of the world's top ukulele musicians. Renowned for lightning-fast fingers and revolutionary playing techniques, Jake views the ukulele as an "untapped source of music with unlimited potential." His virtuosity defies label or category. Playing jazz, blues, funk, classical, bluegrass, folk, flamenco, and rock, Jake's mission is to show everyone that the ukulele is capable of so much more than only the traditional Hawaiian music many associate it."[1] With out further adieu, the Jimi Hendrix of the ukulele, Jake Shimabukuro. Check out more Jake at JakeShimabukuro.com Short Song History The composition was met with little to no interest by the o...
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The Salt Bath
2007-09-04 16:15:00
The salt bath allows salt to be stored in the upper callous layer of the skin and binds water. This maintains the natural, protective film of the skin and the skin does not dry out. The cleansing effect of a 30 minutes salt bath equals that of a three-day fast. The toxins from your body are released into the bath water, while the minerals from the sole are absorbed through the skin. This reduces the acidity in our body and gets rid of skin-irritations. Calluses on the skin become smooth and supple again. Containing all of the 84 elements found in your body, the benefits of salt bath include: 1. Regulating the water content throughout your body. 2. Promoting a healthy pH balance in your cells, particularly your brain cells. 3. Promoting blood sugar health and helping to reduce the signs of aging. 4. Assisting in the generation of hydroelectric energy in cells in your body. 5. Absorption of food particles through your intestinal tract. 6. Supporting respiratory health. 7.... [[...
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UFC and Fedor: Still in Negotiations
2007-09-04 04:55:00
Despite conflicting reports, a meeting the UFC had Thursday with Fedor Emelianenko?s camp was ?not good? according to a source within the organization that spoke to Sam Caplan of CBSSports.com. Emelianenko would bring an incredible resume to the UFC. With a near-perfect 26-1 record, he suffered his lone loss in a 2000 RINGS event against Tsuyoshi Kohsaka. The bout was stopped just 17 seconds in because of a cut What Did Dana Have to Say September 3, 2007 interview with Sam Caplan for CBSSports.com "CBSSports.com: You confirmed during the UFC 75 conference call that you would be meeting with Fedor on Thursday. How did that meeting go? Dana White: It didn't go well. Q: Can you elaborate a little bit? DW: I don't like to talk about contract negotiations with the public. but it didn't go well. These guys are crazy."[1] And Fedor's Camp "...The UFC proposal, which was discussed between the two camps much of the day Thursday in Las Vegas, was far and away the most lucrative...
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The Five Factors of Fat Loss Training
2007-09-04 04:46:00
"The Five Factors of Fat Loss Training 1. Metabolic resistance training 2. High intensity anaerobic interval training 3. High intensity aerobic interval training 4. Steady-state high 5. Steady-state low Start at the top and work your way down if you have the time to commit. If you can only train three times per week, you're going to focus on numbers one, two, and possibly three." Alwyn Cosgrove [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]
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Training Journal September 3, 2007
2007-09-04 02:02:00
September 2007 Program Week 2 Warm-up:Thoracic and lordotic region stretches Prone scorpion: 5 reps per leg Supine scorpion: 5 reps per leg Supinated barbell row: 135lbs x 8reps (8sets) Day 1 of 4 Horizontal Push and Horizontal Pull A1: Barbell mid-grip bench press 5 sets of 5-7reps @ 60sec Ri 185lbs x 7reps 195lbs x 6reps 205lbs x 5reps 215lbs x 4reps 205lbs x 5reps A2: Supinated barbell row, mid-grip 5 sets of 5-7reps @ 60sec Ri 155lbs x 7reps B1: Straight bar seated cable row 3 sets of 8-12reps @ 0sec Ri 80 x 8reps B2: Incline dumbbell press, hammer grip 3 sets of 8-12reps @ 60sec Ri 60lbs x 8reps C1: Single arm dumbbell row 3 sets of 8-12reps @ 0sec Ri no time C2: Decline dumbbell fly 3 sets of 8-12reps @ 60sec Ri no time D1: Weighted abs crunch 3 sets of 12-15reps @ 0sec Ri no time D2: Reverse pec-deck machine 3 sets of 12-15reps @ 60sec Ri no time [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]
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Don't Underestimate Your Progress
2007-09-03 06:26:00
Data presented by Dr. Claude Bouchard at the 2004 American College of Sports Medicine Conference discussed the fact that there?s a poor correlation between independent training outcomes. What does this mean? Well, let?s list some training outcomes. They include improved oxygen capacity, improved muscle mass, decreased fat mass, increased muscle strength and decreased "bad cholesterol" (among others). According to Dr. Bouchard?s work, some individuals respond to exercise very quickly with improvements in one or more of these outcomes. But there are no universal responders (people who see equal progress in all areas) and there are no universal non-responders (people who see progress in no areas). Here?s what Dr Bouchard?s work tells us: Just because your bench hasn?t gone up doesn?t mean that you?re not making progress in other domains. Likewise, just because you?re losing weight doesn?t mean your cholesterol is necessarily going down. Don?t put a box around one outcome and look....
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The Psychological Benefits of Exercise
2007-09-03 06:18:00
By: Dr. Mike Bracko ? Exercise is often used as punishment in schools and on sports teams. Do something wrong and you have to do push-ups or go run laps. Teaching a child to associate a healthy activity with being punished is not exactly a great idea. ? Kids who perform vigorous activity regularly have higher test scores. Problem is, most PE classes aren't vigorous enough. ? The trend toward skateboard parks and other alternative sports is great. These kids have no idea they're "exercising." ? Teenagers who are active are less likely to have sex and less likely to do drugs or alcohol. They're more likely to get good grades, get summer jobs, do their homework, and sleep eight hours a night. ? Exercise can help battle severe depression by improving mood and reducing anxiety. Problem is, it's hard to get a depressed person into the gym to begin with. However, if a regular gym-goer becomes depressed, the training will likely keep him from getting as depressed (suicidally......
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Heavy Weight Training, New Muscle Fibers
2007-09-03 06:15:00
Muscle biopsies from the quads of strength-trained athletes after heavy resistance exercise showed an increase in mRNA and protein expression of a particular myosin heavy chain (MHCneo). Essentially, this suggests hyperplasia ? the formation of new fibers ? something that hasn't been proved conclusively in humans. Only 10 of the 26 subjects showed this effect, so it may just be luck of the genetic draw. Why grow your muscle fibers bigger when you can just make new ones?! Freidman, B., et al., Increased Expression of Neonatal MHC in Skeletal Muscle after Heavy Resistance Exercise. Heidleberg, Germany. [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]
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