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		<description><![CDATA[As today’s trend is to lose weight, there are many of us who are keen to learn how to start building muscle fast because you are thin and don’t have an attractive body. Having a perfect body makes us look attractive and popular. A person who is skinny is always bullied by others, unnoticed by [...]


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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img class="alignleft size-medium wp-image-27" title="building muscle" src="http://wantbigmuscles.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/10/backshoulders-300x185.jpg" alt="building muscle" width="300" height="185" />As today’s trend is to lose weight, there are many of us who are keen to learn how to start <b>building muscle</b> fast because you are thin and don’t have an attractive body. Having a perfect body makes us look attractive and popular. A person who is skinny is always bullied by others, unnoticed by girls and made fun of. Due to all this reasons we go for a fast method of <i>building muscle</i>. There are many questions that occupy our mind like what type of food should we eat? How much time should we spend in gym? What should we do to gain weight? The list just goes on.</p>
<p>Today many supplements are available for <u>building muscle</u> and the most popular and result giving supplement is steroid. Steroid can give you instant results but now it is reveled that use of steroids causes bone cancer, heart problem and many more. So it’s better to avoid steroids and go for other ways of building muscle fast.</p>
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<h1>Following are some tips on building muscle fast:</h1>
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<li>Food      has major role in building your muscle. So it is necessary to know what      type of food is to be included in your meal with proper amount. The body      builders consume more than 10,000 calories in a day. We cannot take this      much of calories but you can consume 3 to 4 calories or more at starting      point. The food that is necessary is milk, eggs, meat and specially the      liver lots of fruits. Instead of eating three meals in day what you can do      is have 4 to 5 small meals in which all the important factors are      included. Good food and good health is the starting point for building      muscle.</li>
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<h3>You      should understand your body and how the body reacts. It helps in achieving      your goal to begin building muscle fast.      The connection of your mind and body is very important.</h3>
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<li>By      joining a gym you will find a flawless workout program which helps in      muscle building. Put all your laziness behind and start working out in gym      for at least 2 to 4 hours per day. The routine that is most preferred is      separate body workout. Taking two body parts in a day is best option for      example taking chest and abs, biceps and forearms, thighs and shoulders      with breaks. You should also include one power exercise that is bench,      press, squat, rows and many more.</li>
<li>There      are many supplements available in market like andro, creatine and many      more which helps you in gaining muscles quickly but a question arises that      are supplement really necessary? The answer is yes. As body differs from      person to person. It happens that you are working out for 6-7 hours a day      but you don’t notice any change hence the need for supplement arises.</li>
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<h2>At the end of day, you are the maker of your body by understanding the simple science and art that helps you start building muscle fast.</h2>
<p>Learn how to start your journey on building muscle with my article &#8220;<a href="http://wantbigmuscles.com/building-muscle/get-addicted-to-bodybuilding-supplements">Get Addicted to BodyBuilding Supplements</a>&#8220;</p>


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		<description><![CDATA[Who doesn’t like to show their toned muscular and six packs look like Arnold Schwarzenegger’s of Hercules Goes Bananas? On the similar points, there would be hardly any woman who would not like to have the heightened features of an Angelina Jolie or a Salma Hayek. Well&#8230;it is not only that magnificent such big bodies [...]


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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img class="alignright size-medium wp-image-31" title="pills" src="http://wantbigmuscles.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/09/pills-300x200.jpg" alt="pills" width="300" height="200" />Who doesn’t like to show their toned muscular and six packs look like Arnold Schwarzenegger’s of Hercules Goes Bananas? On the similar points, there would be hardly any woman who would not like to have the heightened features of an Angelina Jolie or a Salma Hayek. Well&#8230;it is not only that magnificent such big bodies are a child&#8217;s play; it is something more than that. In order to obtain the Greek God’s ideal body, it needs a lot of hard work that is, a perfect mix of <b>bodybuilding supplements</b> and proper exercise.</p>
<p>It is not a big surprise that most of the people are becoming more and health conscious nowadays. They would like to stay strong and fit and they are prepared to devote more than a bowl of sweat in order to get that picture ideal look. Today, markets are swamped with wide varieties of body building supplements which help both men and women to improve their body or health.</p>
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<p>Health is wealth. A good health or a perfect body is something that most of the people wish to have. Having a powerful and physically toned body helps you to work more energetically without any signs of stress. For that matter, bodybuilding gives you that amount of strength and fitness. The primary way to achieve that perfect strength and body is less or moreover the same usual way of counting on a special diet since it helps in building and repairing of muscles. Whereas the second method is faster than the previous method as it includes consumptions of extra body building supplements. One of the main sports supplement which helps to repair and build muscles is protein. The major sources of protein could be found in beans, milk, poultry, fish and dairy products.</p>
<p>What’s more, you could also go for protein shakes which you can drink. However, nothing comes nearer when compared to protein supplements which is available in the market. There are several popular proteins sources are available in the market for you to choose. However you have to take the advice of the doctor before consuming those body building supplements. Most of these body building supplements are available in the form of powder. These supplements have the maximum value of branched-chain amino acids which helps in building muscle tissues. With dieting and those who would like to loose some fat and build body muscles these supplements is pretty perfect as good intake of protein balances blood sugar levels.</p>
<p>You get these supplements in any of the medical store in your area or can buy online. Buying <i>bodybuilding supplements</i> online is another way of getting discounts that lets you to purchase high quality supplements in bulk. Buying these supplements will also help you to know several other brands and prices of different company’s products. When you build your body muscles think about these supplements because they are the perfect key to muscle building success. Without the proper food, exercise supplement intake, all of your efforts will be wasted.</p>
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		<title>How to Avoid Over-training to Maximize Muscle Growth</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Almost anyone that\'s picked up a set of weights has or will experience symptoms of over-training at one point in there muscle building program.


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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img class="alignleft size-medium wp-image-29" title="workout" src="http://wantbigmuscles.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/10/workout-212x300.jpg" alt="workout" width="212" height="300" />Almost anyone that&#8217;s picked up a set of weights has or will experience symptoms of over-training at one point in there muscle building program. Over-training can lead to serious injury, chronic fatigue, and even muscle loss.</p>
<p>Over-training is very common amongst athletes and particularly bodybuilders, since they figure that training as much as possible is the fastest way to massive muscle gains.</p>
<p><strong>This couldn&#8217;t be any further from the truth however&#8230;</strong></p>
<p>Training too much, or at too high of an intensity <em>will</em> lead to over-training.</p>
<p>Now this doesn&#8217;t mean you don&#8217;t have to put plenty of effort in to see some decent results&#8230; Whether you are a bodybuilder, athlete, or just someone that wants to add some additional mass to your frame, you need to train hard and be consistent-that&#8217;s a given. In order to get the most out of your genetics, you have to progressively overload the muscles by increasing the weight and / or intensity of each weight training workout.</p>
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<p>The problem is however, that many of us increase the intensity of our workouts or get insufficient amounts of rest, or even worse, a combination of both. The trick is finding the right balance between workout volume and intensity, and rest and recovery. And that is exactly what I&#8217;ll cover in this article.<br />
<span>The Effects of Over-Training on Bodybuilders</span></p>
<p align="left">First, let&#8217;s take a look at some of the effects of over-training and how one can prevent over-training from happening in the first place.</p>
<p align="left"><strong>The Effects of Over-training on the Nervous System</strong></p>
<p align="left">Over-training effects both the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems in the following negative ways:</p>
<div>
<ul>
<li>Higher resting heart rate</li>
<li>Weak appetite</li>
<li>High blood pressure</li>
<li>Weight loss</li>
<li>Trouble sleeping</li>
<li>Increased metabolic rate</li>
<li>Irritability</li>
<li>Early onset of fatigue</li>
</ul>
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<p align="left">If you are experiencing more than one of the symptoms outlined above, you may be in a state of over-training, and should evaluate your routine as soon as possible.</p>
<p align="left"><strong>The Effects of Over-training on Hormone Levels </strong></p>
<p align="left">Many studies have indicated that over-training negatively effects the levels of hormones, as well as the hormone response in the body.  Since hormones play such an important role in the muscle building process, this can have a detrimental effect on your training progress.</p>
<p align="left">Over-training has been show to:</p>
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<ul>
<li><em>Decrease</em> testosterone levels</li>
<li><em>Decrease</em> thyroxine levels</li>
<li><em>Increase</em> cortisol levels</li>
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<div>The increase in cortisol levels along with the decrease in testosterone levels is a deadly combination, since this leads to protein tissue break down. This will ultimately lead to a loss of muscle tissue.</div>
<p align="left"><strong>The Effects of Over-training on the Immune System</strong></p>
<p align="left">perhaps one of the most alarming repercussions of over-training is it&#8217;s negative impact on the immune system-you&#8217;re bodies first defense against harmful viruses and bacteria.</p>
<p align="left">Over-training can drastically decrease the levels of antibodies and lymphocytes in your body, making you much more susceptible to illness.  Simply put, this means that if you are in a state of over-training, you are much more likely to get sick.  Since you will have to skip workouts while you are sick, your muscle building progress will slow considerably.</p>
<p align="left"><strong>The Effects of Over-training on the Metabolic System</strong></p>
<p align="left">Here is a list of how over-training can  effect the metabolic system.  These symptoms are the ones that are most commonly discussed, and are ones we can&#8217;t ignore:</p>
<div>
<ul>
<li>Micro tears in the muscle</li>
<li>Chronically depleted glycogen levels</li>
<li>Slow, weak muscle contractions</li>
<li>Depleted creatine phosphate stores</li>
<li>Excessive accumulation of lactic acid</li>
<li>Extreme DOMS (delayed onset muscle soreness)</li>
<li>Tendon and connective tissue damage</li>
</ul>
<p>So you must get the point by now&#8230; Over-training effects the entire body, and can seriously impact the results of your muscle building program.</p>
<p>Now let&#8217;s take a look at the different types of over-training, and what we can do to prevent it.</p></div>
<p><span> Is it Worse to Over-Train With Cardio or Weight Training?</span></p>
<p align="left">Any form of over-training is a bad thing, however, I&#8217;ve personally experienced both types of over-training and can honestly say that over-training in the weight room is much worse, and much more prevalent than over-training through cardiovascular training.</p>
<p align="left">Here are some of the reasons why:</p>
<div>
<ul>
<li>In order to grow, muscles must fully recover from their last workout, every workout.  If you are over-training and work the muscles before they have fully recovered, you will break down the muscle tissue before it has rebuilt-making it impossible to build muscle!</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Over-training with weights makes you more susceptible to nervous systems hormone and immune system issues, which all pose serious health risks.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>It can lead beginners down the wrong path, perhaps wasting money on unnecessary supplements, or even worse, steroids.</li>
</ul>
<p>I personally believe that only competitive athletes such as swimmers, runners and bikers run a serious risk of reaching a state of cardiovascular over-training, since there are often training for two or more hours daily.</p>
<p>The bottom line is that it is much easier for the average person to over-train while weight training than while cardiovascular training, and I think the effects can be more serious.</p></div>
<p><span>How do I Determine if I&#8217;m Over-training?</span></p>
<p>Determining if you&#8217;re currently over-training is fairly simple.   If you&#8217;re in tune with your body, you can often see the signs of over-training before they get serious.  If you are losing interest in workouts, are having trouble sleeping, and feel weak and irritable, you may be in a state of over-training and should take a week or more off.</p>
<p>If you are experiencing two or more of the symptoms outlined earlier in the article, this should raise a red flag.</p>
<p>Another variable you can use to determine if you are over-training is by tracking the performance of your workouts.</p>
<p><strong>Has your physical performance improved compared to your last workout?</strong></p>
<p>For example, let&#8217;s say last workout you were able to perform 8 pull-ups using your body-weight, but were only able to perform 6 pull-ups the following week.  This means that you have not &#8220;out done&#8221; your previous workout, have not fully recovered, and therefore are likely over-training.  You nave to re-asses your program and make modifications so that you see progress <em>every</em> workout.</p>
<p><span>How Can I Prevent Over-training?</span></p>
<p align="left">n order to avoid over-training, you need to take a multi-facited approach.  Determining the correct training volume and intensity, eating the right foods, and getting the right amount of rest and recovery must all be taken in to consideration.  Now let&#8217;s take a look at each of those factors in more detail.</p>
<p align="left"><strong>Correct Training Volume</strong></p>
<p align="left">Determining the correct training volume can be difficult, especially when you are first starting out.  You have to determine how much weight to lift, how many repetitions and set to perform for every single workout.</p>
<p align="left">You need to use your own judgment in this case, based on your recovery ability and your recovery methods.  Remember that the goal is that you improve every single workout, and if this isn&#8217;t happening, you have to decrease the intensity of your workouts.</p>
<p align="left">This is where many people go wrong though.  You begin your workout and realize that you have not fully recovered.  You can either continue to train at a lower intensity than the previous workout, or skip the workout entirely.</p>
<p align="left">As hard as it may be, skipping the workout is the right way to go.  Just turn around and go home!  Your body is telling you that it needs more rest, and you <em>must</em> listen to it!</p>
<p align="left">There is no point in training at a lower intensity, further breaking down the muscle tissue.   By doing this you will increase your risk of injury, and make it harder for your body to fully recovery for your next training session.</p>
<p align="left"><strong>Proper Nutrition</strong></p>
<p align="left">Your diet plays a huge role in your muscle building program.  It helps regulate hormone levels, provides energy, and provides the raw building blocks that are used to create new tissue.</p>
<p align="left">Here are some dietary recommendations that will limit the chance of over-training:</p>
<ul>
<li>Do not skip breakfast.  This is one of the most important meals of the day.  Skipping breakfast is very catabolic, and can promote muscle loss.</li>
<li>Never let yourself get hungry.  If you&#8217;re trying to build muscle mass, you have to constantly feed your body quality foods so that it never has the chance catabolize muscle tissue.</li>
<li>Unless you are trying to build muscle <em>and</em> lose fat, make sure you have eaten prior to your training session and are not hungry.</li>
<li>Have the largest meal of the day within an hour after your workout.  Do this every single workout!</li>
<li>Consider taking proven supplements like creatine, and antioxidants to increase performance and fight free radicals.</li>
<li>Eat every 2-3 hours to ensure that your body remains in an anabolic state.</li>
<li>Keep glycogen levels at full capacity to inhibit muscle tissue breakdown.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Rest &amp; Recovery</strong></p>
<p>Rest and recovery is essential when it comes to avoiding over-training.  Make sure that you get at least 7 hours of sleep each night, and that you are on a consistent schedule.  As for recovery time, it&#8217;s important that you have days off between weight training workouts.  Try to have one rest day between weight training workouts, and never train the same muscle groups on consecutive days.</p>


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		<title>Muscle Building Is Not Easy</title>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Muscle  Building is not actually easy however if the efforts are taken from the heart to do it then within no time you be able to increase the kind of muscle you desire. To build your muscle quick it requires a <b>muscle building</b> plan. If you will try to build your muscles without some workout preparation, you will suffer with pulled muscles and you cannot move your body because of pain.  Then you finally have to visit the hospital.</p>
<p>Some of the weight building workouts also use free weights. It’s always advisable that your heart is in fine form before you start the exercises for building your biceps, you need to first start with cardiovascular work out which last three times a week. By doing this from time to time you will surely get the good health as well as it will reduce the tiredness. The big biceps can make your personality appear cute; however having a good workout plan like cardio even makes you look healthy. Building muscle exercises without aerobic exercise will surely make your body stiff and furthermore make you appear unhealthy.</p>
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<p>Every one of us likes to build the big muscles and also be healthy. The best aim to have in bodily fitness is constructing biceps but at same time it’s a huge threat to build biceps before nothing else. It’s since the chief muscles work in couple of opposite groups. You need to keep strong, these two groups to decrease the risk of injuries, and make certain you are affecting on your quads pecks, shoulder and also the stomach muscle.</p>
<p>You may also have wondered that why most of the people think building large biceps? The answer is because it is the mainly effective kind of <i>muscle building</i> technique and noticeable simply by all. Muscle gain truth is also one of the best muscles building workout plan for anyone who wants to build his muscle instantly and easy way. Please don’t try to take health supplements, because most of them have steroids and extra substance which are very harmful for building muscles workouts. Most of the muscle builders exercise electric muscle simulator, they are frequently used to excite muscles and make stronger them as the weight builder rests, and it’s really not that helpful as exercising. Please keep in brain that those who have heart troubles, epilepsy or any other health related problems should not at all use this electrical muscle stimulators, always follow your muscle builder tips before continuing your exercise.</p>
<p>If you want to grow your muscle effectively you need concern two basic factors which are proper nutrition and exercise. You need to have a correct combination of both nutrition and exercise or else you will miss out on building the maximum amount of muscle in short time. A good guide of <u>muscle building</u> will show you how to use the nutrition and the secretion of hormones to grow your muscles with growth opportunities. The guide which you take should always explain and address the foundations of bodybuilding.</p>


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