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| Subject | Date Asked |
| Muscle Soreness | 12/15/2010 |
| Q: I just started working out after 3 months of break. I am young, female and have medical setbacks if ... A: Number one!!! Seek performance not pain. Pain is not an indicator of a good workout, progress is. ... | |
| Little Confusion on Principles | 12/11/2010 |
| Q: i have few confusions regarding bodybuiding and more i find about them on sites and pros views more ... A: #1) Yes we need change but, change can be very small we also need repetition and familiarity to ... | |
| want your views on my problem | 12/8/2010 |
| Q: i have a great interest in bodybuilding i want to gain proper size and then want to maintain it, i ... A: OK sure you might have aches and pains if you lift very heavy weights beyond that of other people. I ... | |
| How often should I switch my workouts? | 12/5/2010 |
| Q: How often should I switch my workout routine up? Like how many weeks or months should I stick with ... A: When it doesn't work any longer, To quote my colleague Dan John the worst thing most peiople do it ... | |
| FOOD RATIOS | 11/30/2010 |
| Q: I AM 62 --- 6 FT. 190 POUNDER---BEEN ACTIVE FOREVER .LIFTING HEAVY(RELATIVELY SPEAKING)ENERGY SEEMS ... A: Depends what are you trying to do. I am not a real fan of ratios unless someone has a goal of ... | |
| Getting Myself In Shape | 11/29/2010 |
| Q: Phil, I am a 15 year old girl. I weigh 121 lbs, but would like to gain some more muscle. I am to ... A: You really think targeting your abs, biceps and thighs is whats going to get you in better fitness ... | |
| Changing my body for life | 11/27/2010 |
| Q: Hey there steve, I am a male. 22years old (5'11'' 224lb). My questions surround how to build up my ... A: Personally I would ease into the cardio slowly remember you dont have to run that far, this is why ... | |
| fitness | 11/22/2010 |
| Q: iam 33 years old recently (in the last 2 years) i gained a lot of fat (from 78 to 90 kg) mainly due ... A: number one to losing weight is simply what goes in your mouth. Number one you need to be consistent ... | |
| Am I doing the right training? | 11/20/2010 |
| Q: my name is Kurt and I just turned 18 a few months ago. I'm 6'0 tall and I weight 196 lbs. I just ... A: Kurt. Your body works as a whole machine not as a mass of parts does it. lets say you wanted to go ... | |
| Training for Mountaineering | 11/17/2010 |
| Q: I am a beginner athlete and I am climbing Mt. Washington with a group on January 28, 2011. I am ... A: How long of a climb is this Days?? One thing you dont want to be is to lean is this is a hard ... | |
| weights | 11/15/2010 |
| Q: After researching different ways of weight training, I noticed something. Some say slower reps and ... A: Caleb- Personally I would not concentrate on anythign negative like failing or tearing myself up. ... | |
| Corrective muscle inbalance | 11/8/2010 |
| Q: I joined the gym a year 2 years ago, i would consider myself to be in decent shape, but I am ... A: Kev- Sounds good, Do a youtube and google search for those terms scapular retraction and depression ... | |
| Corrective muscle inbalance | 11/4/2010 |
| Q: I joined the gym a year 2 years ago, i would consider myself to be in decent shape, but I am ... A: Yes you have the symptoms of most inexperienced gym goers who have had little or sub par teaching. ... | |
| workout routine | 11/3/2010 |
| Q: I am 5'9" male who weighs 200 pounds. I recently just started on my path to losing weight since I ... A: Karn if you want to be lean then strenght training should be at the base of your training not an ... | |
| Muscle building for teens. | 10/25/2010 |
| Q: I am 14 years old, 9th grand and a guy, I am 5'9 and 130 pounds. Fairly thin, do track and is going ... A: Well you dont get abs muscle by doing sit ups and curls all day. Abs are mainly two thing carrying a ... | |
| How to maintain my 6pack during a busy schedule | 10/10/2010 |
| Q: I'm from the Uk and since i was 8 or 9 years old, i have had a slim build with a six pack i have ... A: Congrats your growing up and turning into a man and will maybe son realize a six pack doesn't really ... | |
| Pectoral imbalance | 9/22/2010 |
| Q: I am a 21 yr old guy. Ive been lifting for 8 yrs, I am a hardgainer, Or a B*tch in the kitchen haha ... A: You need to eat!!!! Like you said. As for your problem. I will say no matter how hard you try you ... | |
| calves | 8/20/2010 |
| Q: i'm 17 i was wondering on how i could build up my calves i know it sounds like a silly question; ... A: Sadly calves are one of those muscle groups that are largely genetic usually those that have big ... | |
| Workout problem | 8/16/2010 |
| Q: I play baseball in college and one thing i have been struggling with is getting more bulkier in ... A: train and eat to get bigger. You cant get bigger and bulkier without extra food. Its impossible you ... | |
| workout | 8/4/2010 |
| Q: Im thinking about using this workout: ... A: You would simple adjust calories and macros for your goals. The main difference between a training ... | |
| Protein Supplements | 7/29/2010 |
| Q: Ive been noticing lots of people taking protein shakes after workouts and i was wondering if there ... A: Protein is fine. I wouldn't recommend anything beside that and lots of real food. Phil ... | |
| Bodyweight | 7/27/2010 |
| Q: What is a good bodyweight training? I have a dip/pull up bar with the perfect push up. I am trying ... A: start with negatives do just negatives for a month and then try and progress to one where you start ... | |
| Bodybuilding | 7/16/2010 |
| Q: Hey Phil, About Me: Lifting off and on for approx. 6 years (mainly off) 5'-7.5" 153 lbs 14-15% BF ... A: #1 the easiest way is go our site www.staleytraining.com and you could get a consult under the ... | |
| Bodybuilding | 7/15/2010 |
| Q: Hey Phil, About Me: Lifting off and on for approx. 6 years (mainly off) 5'-7.5" 153 lbs 14-15% BF ... A: #1 no I cannot prescribe you a program that's what i get paid to do. if you wanted to become a ... | |
| Weight Gain | 7/13/2010 |
| Q: I would like to add about 2-4 pounds in 2 weeks is this possible? What is the easiest weight for me ... A: Yes no problem you just need to EAT like its your job. The best thing to do is just sit down and eat ... | |
| lifting weights | 7/6/2010 |
| Q: I havent been to the gym in a really long time but 3 days ago I went along with my brother to the ... A: No mike. I'm not huge fan of curls as they are I feel time can be better spent. But For the most ... | |
| Toning up to show muscle. | 7/2/2010 |
| Q: i have a Btec Sport Science Level 3 Certificate so if you want to use complicated phrases and words ... A: OK Ill answer these in pieces. No. no i don't as long as you are paying attention to and practicing ... | |
| Toning up to show muscle. | 7/1/2010 |
| Q: i have a Btec Sport Science Level 3 Certificate so if you want to use complicated phrases and words ... A: I think you hit it on the head with this "no point in having muscle if there's no definition and you ... | |
| Teeneger And Weights | 6/24/2010 |
| Q: My son is 15 and is doing weights. We can see results and he loved it. He wants to drink protein ... A: Hector- Glad to here your son likes it. Yes plain old protein shakes are just fine for your son. ... | |
| getting back in shape | 6/23/2010 |
| Q: I'm a 23 year old female, and i noticed im not as strong or toned as i used to be. I havent even ... A: Jen I would keep it simple. I would make a few small steps to eating a bit different. Im not saying ... | |
| working out - gaining/not losing weight | 6/22/2010 |
| Q: I work out 4-5 times/wk. I usually start off with 20-30 min of cardio on the treadmill. Then I go ... A: Lynn- lets ignore the scale and tell me how are the clothes fitting? have you lost size. Its very ... | |
| Bulking up | 6/11/2010 |
| Q: im finishing up my freshman year and looking forward to all my sports next year. I want to become ... A: Eric your going to need to eat like its your Job at your age. #1 will be the battle with the knife ... | |
| squatting | 6/7/2010 |
| Q: I'm 18 and I just started doing squats; I've heard a number of different things saying do sets of ... A: Squat Max increase? Lower reps of course. But you need to learn proper form and dont raise the load ... | |
| Working out & Eating | 6/5/2010 |
| Q: I'm 18 years old, weight about 160 pounds, and am 6'1. I've never worked out as in long term before, ... A: IMO your doing yourself a disservice to avoid a whole food group we are meant to eat (meat) but it ... | |
| diet | 6/4/2010 |
| Q: can u suggest me veg diet to decrease chest fat and have flat belly ? plz,thankx A: I would honestly have you adopt a diet that has meats and fats. But the number one thing I can ... | |
| pushups and dips | 6/3/2010 |
| Q: Will 300 to 400 pushups 5 to 6 days a week build pretty good amounts of muscle over time? Maybe over ... A: No. If this worked then marathon runners would have huge muscular legs due to all the reps they put ... | |
| Arginine | 5/28/2010 |
| Q: Phil Do you have any experiance with this amino acid? It is supposed to help with hypertension, ... A: I have used it and it has never made a dramatic issue for me even when I had many of the issues ... | |
| creatine | 5/28/2010 |
| Q: I have a question regarding my cell-tech hardcore. It doesn't seem to be working. I bought it last ... A: Hasan your not going to just all the sudden blow up and hold a ton more water from creatine, You ... | |
| Gaining Muscle | 5/18/2010 |
| Q: I'm a 20 year old male, 6'1, weigh around 143 pounds. I want to start building muscle, but i get ... A: It could yes, but id rather see you not work to exhaustion but simply aim to perform a bit better ... | |
| Protein Supplements | 5/18/2010 |
| Q: I am going to start working out with p90x in about a week. My goal is to build muscle. I want to ... A: No its doesnt seem like to much protein at all. The thing thats bothers me is your lack of just real ... | |
| General workout queries | 5/15/2010 |
| Q: I'm a 16 year old guy who does a lot of tennis on a regular basis. I'm naturally quite slim, and am ... A: Fraser what your doing is an OK start but now you sorely need to up the loads. 100rep sets are not ... | |
| Weight Training | 5/12/2010 |
| Q: In my current quest for better health I have conquered most things and now want to tackle some sort ... A: You need to get basic and base your training first in resistance training then tack on some ... | |
| Chest & biceps not growing!!! | 5/10/2010 |
| Q: I am 184 cm tall , 77kgs. I have been gymming for more than one year. however my body hasn't shown ... A: Adam from looking at you you are still a stark beginner and you need no supplements nothing but ... | |
| Pain in one side, then another | 5/5/2010 |
| Q: I am a 68year-old man in good health. For a number of years I've gotten pains in my ... A: This is an educated guess, but the first things I would look at would be a deficiency in magnesium. ... | |
| sport & food | 5/3/2010 |
| Q: I'm 37 year's old and I fill vomiting sometimes during the running. you know I go running in the ... A: I would guess you are eating a slowly digested meal to close to your hard training. I would eat a ... | |
| swell | 4/30/2010 |
| Q: I apologize first off, I speak English quite well but I don’t have the hang of writing down just ... A: Your just filling them with blood and then they stay that way for a while do to inflammation from ... | |
| Exercising | 4/29/2010 |
| Q: I jus wantd 2 ask that im 15 n some1 told me that if i use a cross trainer for exercsin then that ... A: Yes you can and should train and Id add in Resistance training. What they told you is an old wives ... | |
| Rounded Shoulders | 4/29/2010 |
| Q: I have been lifting for around 1 and half years now and over the last few months have developed ... A: Yes In wish I could see your hands but waht you state is correct. To put it an easier way. You have ... | |
| Exercise ball | 4/28/2010 |
| Q: Then my abs felt stronger, so I started using weights. I started with 2.5 kg but found that I could ... A: Are you training your back at all. You are doing tons of sets of a very unnatural move putting your ... | |
| Six pack | 4/28/2010 |
| Q: I’m 18 year old and 5’5” tall boy. 4 months ago, I was slightly overweight at 61 kg and 32” waist. ... A: That depends on where you are at but those guys are not carrying any appreciable amount of muscle ... | |
| Six pack | 4/22/2010 |
| Q: I’m 18 year old and 5’5” tall boy. 4 months ago, I was slightly overweight at 61 kg and 32” waist. ... A: I would refer back to my original answer above. it depends on where you are at but to build the ... | |
| Six pack | 4/20/2010 |
| Q: I’m 18 year old and 5’5” tall boy. 4 months ago, I was slightly overweight at 61 kg and 32” waist. ... A: I have no clue how long you will suffer the injury as I dont know what is wrong. First thing In ... | |
| Hand Size | 4/16/2010 |
| Q: I have a question related to the Hands and fitness. Is it possible, over time, to increse the size ... A: Dylan yes your hands will get a bit thicker for sure. After childhood. Im sorry your not going to ... | |
| Swelling 3 days after lifting | 4/13/2010 |
| Q: On Friday I did a solid workout, focusing mostly on arms, three different triceps weight machines, ... A: Sounds like you over did it and tore something, Some muscle tissue likely. If its going down and the ... | |
| body | 4/12/2010 |
| Q: I want to attend gym, but I do not know so much about bodybuilding and workouts. I dont want to get ... A: Mikail- I suggest you go in with the mind set of getting to huge!!! Then when after 5 years you ... | |
| STOCKY LEGS | 4/11/2010 |
| Q: I GO TO THE GYM 4 OR 5 TIMES A WEEK,I DO AN HOUR CARDIO AND 1/2 HOUR OTHER,CARDIO IS 40 MINS RUNNING ... A: Id have to know what your body weight is doing. If you are over eating then yes you will get larger, ... | |
| Swimming or Gym | 4/9/2010 |
| Q: Im curious about to know which excersice is better for building muscles in the whole body, or at ... A: I think swimming can be a great form of cardio I wouldnt expect it to build much muscle. I mean Look ... | |
| Is It a Possible challenge????????????????? | 4/8/2010 |
| Q: I am M 25, 5.11", 68Kg. Lean. 1) I am currently doing Body Weight(BW) Workouts only Consisting of ... A: 1) yes, BUT your doing a lot more pushing then pulling with the dips and dips. I would be sure that ... | |
| Lose inches in thighs | 4/8/2010 |
| Q: I am 19 years old, 5'6" and 115 lbs. I am a dancer and dance atleast 3 times a week. I am thin up ... A: Jessica- due to your activity and the amount of days you do it your going to have a great set of ... | |
| how long will it take? | 4/6/2010 |
| Q: how long will it take me to lose 10-15 pounds if i walk 5 laps around my 3-acre yard a day? A: Victoria I and no one can tell you that. It depends on to many others factors. Your current body ... | |
| Fat-loss | 4/1/2010 |
| Q: Is it true that the only thing that matters in fat-loss is more calories expended than taken in? Or ... A: Yes it does matter. Sure calorie restriction can work but there is a huge difference between say ... | |
| protein | 3/30/2010 |
| Q: my name is matt i am 195ibs.i am eating around 250 -260g of protein a day. is that too much? can my ... A: No its not to much maybe excessive I try and shoot for 1 gram per lb give or take. But no its not to ... | |
| Weight training | 3/28/2010 |
| Q: I started off buying Amino acid supplement tablets and now i've bought a tub of protien shake which ... A: Drink your shake or just eat other real food sources of protein, meat, eggs, dairy, etc. I would ... | |
| under skin bleeding | 3/14/2010 |
| Q: i noticed some bruises under my skin along the biceps area and shoulders... what caused this? the ... A: Sounds like small micro tears in the muscle or stretch marks. If so that happens. Other then that ... | |
| i hate my body | 3/13/2010 |
| Q: ""Hi Phil. sorry to bother you. i have a question about my body. i weight 155 pounds. 5 foot 7 ... A: Chris you need to throw your scale in the trash and realize they are worthless. I could train you ... | |
| Golfer's elbow and sprained ankle | 3/13/2010 |
| Q: I am a 21 year old fitness enthusiast living in India. About 8 weeks ago, I got golfer's elbow after ... A: In think the swimming could be great as well as contrast. I would also do two things look at your ... | |
| Swollen arm | 3/11/2010 |
| Q: Hey, I am a beg. weight lifter and two days ago I lifted for about 30 mins, the net day my arm was ... A: You likely just went to hard to early or were using sloppy form, not meaning going fast, fast is ... | |
| lean body | 3/10/2010 |
| Q: I was hoping you could advise me on how to achieve a lean, hard body. I am a 20 year old ... A: You wont get size increase without calories. and its more dependent on volume, reps. Look at light ... | |
| lean body | 3/9/2010 |
| Q: I was hoping you could advise me on how to achieve a lean, hard body. I am a 20 year old ... A: Fatima- You need to get a firm relationship in training with resistance training as the base and ... | |
| Football Goals | 3/7/2010 |
| Q: Hey Phil. My name is Geoff Bocobo, I am a 16 year old sophomore and I play football, basketball, ... A: There is no secret answer Geoffrey. Its simple that your going to have to eat like its your job, you ... | |
| how to lose leg muscle? | 3/5/2010 |
| Q: "hi Phil, sorry to bother you. i have a question about having too much leg muscle. my legs have ... A: Chris yhea the only two ways are dont work them, or long distance cardio. If long distance stuff is ... | |
| Training | 3/2/2010 |
| Q: I am a twenty two year old male. I will be fighting this summer in an MMA event, I am 5'8 and weigh ... A: You as well as everyone should base your training on heavy resistance training, heavy of course ... | |
| rest | 2/28/2010 |
| Q: i've been starting to exercise on a regular basis and had a question in regards to rest period. if ... A: Growth happens at rest not during training. Yes it very well can inhibit growth and progress. You ... | |
| Mileage and weight gain | 2/26/2010 |
| Q: I'm an 18 year old running trying to tighten up the loose ends in my training before track season. ... A: For sure Bridget that helps a LOT and please do join. we have several track athletes on the forum ... | |
| rotator cuff problems | 2/25/2010 |
| Q: I am 32. Had shoulder injury 10 years ago and had surgery. Its hurting again. MRI shows thinning ... A: Carlsons is great a bit pricey but quality. If you are going to stick with that as your one and only ... | |
| Question about protien and health questions | 2/25/2010 |
| Q: I am getting back into exercise and weight lifting to better my health. My questions are I want to ... A: John I would number one look for your diet to make 90% of your health changes. The supps your taking ... | |
| rotator cuff problems | 2/25/2010 |
| Q: I am 32. Had shoulder injury 10 years ago and had surgery. Its hurting again. MRI shows thinning ... A: James thats a tough one many of us have such issues. They mainly take time, I would also do lots of ... | |
| Mileage and weight gain | 2/24/2010 |
| Q: I'm an 18 year old running trying to tighten up the loose ends in my training before track season. ... A: Bridget- Id ignore what they are saying first off and remember your an athlete. It doesn't matter ... | |
| supplements | 2/20/2010 |
| Q: I am a sprinter and I was wondering if you had any supplement advice that you could give me. I was ... A: Jeremy- There is clear evidence that things like simple caffeine are great for aiding performance ... | |
| Workout Regimen | 2/17/2010 |
| Q: I'm 18, 145lbs/66kg, 5'9"/175 cm. I'm relatively fit as I've played sports all my life but I've ... A: Jon- Id be more than happy to have you as a client if you want a personal program but thats beyond ... | |
| Weight training, cardio and weight loss | 2/12/2010 |
| Q: Phil- First, thanks for taking the time to read and answer my question. I am a gym regular, usually ... A: John #1 I would drop the Ali thats ism a crutch and learn to control your diet on your own. Its ... | |
| weight lifting | 2/10/2010 |
| Q: I am a 20 year old female, I weigh 48kg, 1.6m tall and approx 19 % body fat... I do an aerobic class ... A: Being that your only 48 K I would eat real whole foods and aim to get 1500-1750 at least to start ... | |
| weight lifting | 2/10/2010 |
| Q: I am a 20 year old female, I weigh 48kg, 1.6m tall and approx 19 % body fat... I do an aerobic class ... A: You need to adopt resistance training in your program and less cardio. More, much more then 5 lbs. ... | |
| L Tyrosine | 2/9/2010 |
| Q: Phil Is this of any benefit? In addition to improving exrcise,it is supposed to help with a slow ... A: Bud if your not getting enough in your diet sure it could be but it is a non essential amino acid, ... | |
| protein synthesis | 2/6/2010 |
| Q: what supplements"list all"cause protein synthesis? A: Again your asking for an extensive list. I will say Lucien would be number one. It is the on ... | |
| supplements | 2/5/2010 |
| Q: what supplements"please list all" can olympic weight lifters use? A: Christian- thats a LONG list I cant list them all it would take me all damn day. The ones I would ... | |
| Treadmill | 2/3/2010 |
| Q: Phil You have probably answered this before but I cant really finf a definitive answer. My friend ... A: OK if your just going for losing weight then likely your approach will win though that is not a good ... | |
| shoulder injury | 2/3/2010 |
| Q: i have a shoulder problem that i was hoping to receive some advice on. i have a soreness/pain behind ... A: Nick. Very hard to diagnose from here not knowing exactly where and the type o0f pain BUT sounds ... | |
| weight gain | 2/2/2010 |
| Q: i would like to ask your advice about how to gain weight i am a mid teen and am 9stone exactly i ... A: Its simple you arent eating high calorie. that's it if you were it would be physically impossible ... | |
| Weightlifting | 2/2/2010 |
| Q: Hey phil, I'm 15 years old and i have been lifting weights for about a year. I seem to have ... A: I would express your concern with the intensity with the instructor and show you are serious about ... | |
| right exercises | 1/31/2010 |
| Q: iwant to lose around 5 to 7 kgs weight..my trouble areas are my stomach and waist i have love ... A: Nemi # 1 there is NO way to spot reduce it doesn't and cant happen unless you take surgical means ... | |
| Weight Gain for Football | 1/30/2010 |
| Q: Hey there Phil. My name is Geoff and I am 16 years old, 5 foot 10 inches, and a measley 130 Pounds. ... A: The number one thing you need is calories above all. eating healthy is different for athletes from ... | |
| exercise | 1/29/2010 |
| Q: my name is Dane and i am 19 years old. my weight is 156 and i am 5'8 with an average build but a ... A: Dane- DO NOT try and chase two rabbits. You have no need and should have no desire to drop fat. If ... | |
| Alcohol/Beer | 1/28/2010 |
| Q: Phil Does alcohol 'slow down your metabolism' or negate the effects of exercise. I go for a run on ... A: Terry- Beer and alcohol are not calorie free. Plain and simple. Of course if you have two people ... | |
| Sleeping after going to the gym | 1/27/2010 |
| Q: I work night shift (10pm-7am) and I have recently started attending my local gym. I workout doing ... A: Steven- Id say its even optimal to sleep after training if you have the luxury. healing and ... | |
| working out abs | 1/22/2010 |
| Q: i just recently started going to the gym and i am already in pretty good shape. But it seems since i ... A: Jolene- Its likely do you you doing a ton of abdominal work in flexion, meaning your bending your ... | |
| Building Muscle for Sports | 1/21/2010 |
| Q: I'm Jay, im from Timmins, Ontario, im 16 and 184 pounds, my height is somewhere around 6'1.8. ... A: Jay- First you want to get in shape for rugby and you are mainly worried about these "(im talking ... | |
| weight training | 1/18/2010 |
| Q: i am a 22 yr old female who lifts weights 3 x a week. i was wondering should i do higher (8-10 ... A: Julie- I would look to do the higher weight and lower rep. I would go lower then the 8-10 rep range ... | |
| "TV" Work-Out | 1/17/2010 |
| Q: I'm only 17, but I have a very busy lifestyle and would like to ease into the world of exercise and ... A: Glenn I have no idea what a TV workout is but as far as warming up. All you need to do All your ... | |
| getting faster | 1/16/2010 |
| Q: im starting football later this year and i need to get faster.But i don't want to lift weights.so ... A: Sprinting, Plyo's, but other then that I wouldn't over look the use of external resistance to get ... | |
| Jump roping?? | 1/7/2010 |
| Q: I'm beginning to jump rope to lose some weight, but I'm curious as to if it even works? And if it ... A: Sure it will help, Much like any physical activity will. Playing a game, going hiking, resistance ... | |
| Muscle | 1/7/2010 |
| Q: I am quite skinny so i am not interested in losing weight because i think i am a good weight. i am ... A: Clayton- You as well as everyone should base your training on heavy resistance training, heavy of ... | |
| Bench Press | 1/6/2010 |
| Q: I know I've asked you similar questions before, but I am really leveled out as far as increasing ... A: either way you still add 5% or 5 lbs on a regular basis to make slow and steady progress. They are ... | |
| Break from training | 1/4/2010 |
| Q: I've been training for about 2 years. Three months ago, I took my first break from training in about ... A: Yes Ben that is true the last part and n o if you are truely over trained then three weeks can be ... | |
| 6 pac + chest | 1/4/2010 |
| Q: I am 18 and about 5 9 or 10. I'm like 130 and I find it hard to gain weight but anyways, I want to ... A: You need to learn to train and learn to eat with just real foods. You as well as everyone should ... | |
| Fitness education | 1/2/2010 |
| Q: I am a 21 year old living in India. I have done a (B.B.A.) Bachelors in Business Administration. ... A: I honestly think you degree you have and upper degree is enough though it is in business admin. If I ... | |
| Bench Press | 1/1/2010 |
| Q: I know I've asked you similar questions before, but I am really leveled out as far as increasing ... A: James First scrap the butterflies, They are pretty much useless. You are correct the pecs and ... | |
| fitness | 1/1/2010 |
| Q: First, I would like to thank you for taking time to read this message. Second, I have four questions ... A: Sara Hope all is well sorry for the delay I was away visiting family for the New Year. #1 the best ... | |
| exercise & weight loss | 12/30/2009 |
| Q: I am a 49 yr. old woman who weighs 175 lbs.(carry my weight very well). I jog around the house for ... A: Ann- this is a homework question. There are any number of calorie expenditure calculators out on ... | |
| protein? | 12/18/2009 |
| Q: my name is Dylan and I've been finding it hard to gain weight recently so I've decided to go buy ... A: Dylan- Sure protein is great but it alone will not have you gain weight thats impossible, you could ... | |
| Calories | 12/17/2009 |
| Q: Is there a good way to measure how many calories I burn during weight training? I try to burn 400 ... A: No not really even the bunk calories counter on the treadmills etc. are not accurate. The are simply ... | |
| weightlifting | 12/13/2009 |
| Q: "Hi Phil. i have question that i couldnt find an answer to on the internet. ive been working out. im ... A: The answer is yes to all of those, If you have ten lbs of excess fat to lose. Not 10 lbs of fat on ... | |
| Eating during the rest period. | 12/3/2009 |
| Q: I see a lot of people talking about the importance of eating small portions of food every 2-3 hours. ... A: Small is relative to the person, small for me may be a half a pizza, small for another person may be ... | |
| sugar and abdominal obesity | 11/30/2009 |
| Q: Phil I eat very clean and have gotten my body fat way down, but I cant shrink my belly. Its not fat ... A: Terry No promises but yes It very well could. Replace the simple junk food with an apple or ... | |
| hate cardio | 11/29/2009 |
| Q: i am 45 yrs old, with about 8-10lbs to lose, i only ahve 40 min in the AM to workout i have a ... A: Darlene You need to fond something you enjoy that's number one. Treadmills suck for the most part ... | |
| Weights | 11/23/2009 |
| Q: More reps vs more weight I am a 61 year old male, in reasonably good health. After a few months of ... A: Both I generally lean towards more sets then more reps. Id rather see someone concentrate on great ... | |
| Lifting | 11/22/2009 |
| Q: hey i am so confused on what muscle groups i should split up, is a mixture of low reps one workout ... A: Mike you need to not think of muscle groups. the body is a complex machine thats has muscles that ... | |
| weight gaining | 11/21/2009 |
| Q: I know you get this alot, but I was wondering if you have any nutrition tips for foods that I should ... A: Jacob- Dont over complicate this Jacob You need to eat when ever you are not full and train hard ... | |
| Chest | 11/18/2009 |
| Q: I’m 17 year old and 5’4” tall boy. My weight is 60 kg(133 lbs), body fat 17.54%, which I heard is ... A: Abu You dont have a mans chest because you are well not a man your still very young and have many ... | |
| mini trampolines | 11/17/2009 |
| Q: Phil I am 50 and looking for a low impact exercise that would improve my balance and agility. I plan ... A: Honeslty Terry. Sure if you want to bounce on a trampoline fine but I wouldn't expect it to do that ... | |
| exercise and calories | 11/14/2009 |
| Q: I am a 44 year old woman, 5'7" and have 100 lbs. to lose. Im kind of confused on how much I should ... A: Sandie, Any and all equations are just as acurate as another one. Al they do is give you a ... | |
| Bench Press | 11/9/2009 |
| Q: What are the benefits of doing a inclined bench press? I've seen the bench press that sits a person ... A: James- Honestly what ever you do don't raise the feet up when doing a standard flat bench or any ... | |
| Dumbbells | 11/5/2009 |
| Q: I’m 17 and 5’4” (which is definitely short for my age). I haven’t hit my growth spurt yet. Will I ... A: Raju- Growing taller I can not promise that all depends on your genetics and if you eat enough to ... | |
| fitness | 11/2/2009 |
| Q: I have been very active my whole life. I work out usually 6 days a week. 3 days I do strength ... A: Ken- You did the right thing. When things get hard you feel beat up or performance drops (for ... | |
| abs | 10/20/2009 |
| Q: chest press 20 pounds 15 reps back pulldown 30 pounds 15 reps standing shoulder side db raise 5 ... A: Tasha- the thing is the last thing to go is the abdominal fat. the other thing you so called ... | |
| Coming back after extended lazyness health concerns. | 10/11/2009 |
| Q: I have decided to begin working out again after about 9 years of complete lack of exercise. I used ... A: Dale? whats your diet like? Are you eating prior to training or how long is it since you have ... | |
| weightloss | 10/10/2009 |
| Q: I am wondering what you would suggest in terms of an exercise schedule. Would it be dangerous for me ... A: Carly- I would not have you run at ALL yes I would have you start with simple walking how far it ... | |
| spare tire around my middle | 10/9/2009 |
| Q: i am 26 years old 5'7 143 pounds. My bmi is 22. i recently went to my doctor and asked her how i ... A: Cassandra- Sure- Your answer is an eating plan and training #1 sure there may be loose skin from ... | |
| Exercising at the gym | 10/8/2009 |
| Q: I am a 51 year old female, my weight is 138 and my height is 5'6" Could you give me a plan to use on ... A: Lee- I am sorry but I cant really give you a personalized program on here. that would take a ton ... | |
| weight lifting | 10/7/2009 |
| Q: I started lifting weights (Precor machine) about 3 weeks ago. I'm using 50 pounds on the arm curl. ... A: Erine What I would do is drop the curls or make then second tier and concentrate on BIG complex ... | |
| Time to change | 10/6/2009 |
| Q: Where to start? I am a 52 year old women, 5'7" and 258lbs. Nurse for 33 years and counting..Love my ... A: Wendy- Number one start today, clean up your diet a bit take small steps manageable ones with diet ... | |
| Bulk/definition | 10/6/2009 |
| Q: I am 61 year old male, 6' tall, 175 pounds and in pretty good condition. I walk 2-3 miles/day. I ... A: Chas- No I would not agree with that. If I were training you I would train you just like I am a ... | |
| Loose Skin | 10/5/2009 |
| Q: I was just wondering if i could ask a few questions about loose skin, i'm a male & 18 and i started ... A: David- Give it time stay hydrated and be sure to get plenty of good fats in your diet which really ... | |
| Weight-training | 10/1/2009 |
| Q: I've been starting to workout lately. I have seen improvements in my muscles and i want to workout ... A: No if your doing proper training and learning the correct form and not loading the bar more until ... | |
| Protein shakes affecting Urine | 9/30/2009 |
| Q: I have recently noticed the brightness of color in my urine. At first I thought it had to do with ... A: Joe. Id look and see if the protein or something else you are eating is fortified with B Vitamins. ... | |
| Opinion | 9/30/2009 |
| Q: Phil Could you give me your opinion about two supplements? Most info online is supportive, but I ... A: Van I have heard great thing about lecithin and some about taurine, and tried them and yet in my ... | |
| Diet | 9/29/2009 |
| Q: I have practically no body fat and am looking to put on a few pounds of muscle without having a fat ... A: Daniel- The low carb approach is a very solid one. One book that would be great for you to read ... | |
| Athletics | 9/27/2009 |
| Q: I am doing athletic training like 30 - 100m sprints,trying to increase my speed. I got a program ... A: I have NO clue you would have to ask the person who designed that for you. It seems very flawed to ... | |
| biceps | 9/26/2009 |
| Q: How often should I work out my biceps if i want fast results?? A: I have 17-18 inch biceps and I dont train them direct at all. If I do its once a week and very brief ... | |
| Excercise after surgery | 9/22/2009 |
| Q: A year back I have undergone inguinal hernia surgery. I wanted to know, as a year has passed now, ... A: I would start any and all training and base it mainly on big compound free weight moves the more you ... | |
| heavy squats make you slow | 9/21/2009 |
| Q: 1'm 15, nearly 16 in october, and wondering if doing squats with heavy weights, low reps will make ... A: Mikey! NO squats with heavy weight wont make you slower if anything if you push Hard and tap into ... | |
| Certain Build | 9/18/2009 |
| Q: Does a person's muscles tend to build a certain way only or can the shape of their muscles be ... A: James- The shape of your muscles is largely genetic. Now muscles like the quads, the Biceps. the ... | |
| Weight Loss and Exercise | 9/9/2009 |
| Q: I am going to be starting a workout program that will have me working out 4-5 hours a day, 5-6 days ... A: Katie of course you can keep the weight off with minimal exercise you can keep the gains you have ... | |
| Weight Loss and Exercise | 9/9/2009 |
| Q: I am going to be starting a workout program that will have me working out 4-5 hours a day, 5-6 days ... A: Katie- Why in the world are you going to train 4-5 hours a day 5-6 days a week. thats not training ... | |
| reps to build muscle | 9/8/2009 |
| Q: "Hi Phil, sorry to disturb you. i know i have asked you several questions already. im sorry, im just ... A: Chris- HEAVY weight build muscle as well and I can make an argument better then higher reps. Most ... | |
| health | 9/8/2009 |
| Q: my age is 21 but i looklike a child. thats my problem.i have a baby face with no beard but i have ... A: Asim- That is normal. I didnt have a beard at 21 and now still am not very hairy but I am now ... | |
| very sore | 9/5/2009 |
| Q: 5yr break - I did an overall body workout Thursday night, was warmed up prior, kept the weights very ... A: Carol. Light walking can help as can very light resistance training NOTHING near failure just get ... | |
| Sit-up Question | 9/1/2009 |
| Q: I have recently began an exercise regimen consisting mainly of bodyweight exercises (such as ... A: I would stop doing situps all the time. Your putting your core in a ton of flexion and just asking ... | |
| Quadriceps | 8/30/2009 |
| Q: I am a 14 year old girl and I would like to know what exercises you can do that could make your ... A: Ava- that depends are we talking actual fat on the legs or muscle? If its fat then you need to ... | |
| my 14 year old son football player | 8/29/2009 |
| Q: My son is 5'11' and weighs 170 lbs. He is 14 and entering his 8th grade school football team vs a ... A: JoAnne- During season his resistance training should be minimal, you can only recover so much when ... | |
| Exercise to plump up legs | 8/29/2009 |
| Q: I have very thin legs, i do squats and lunges regularly from which i think my legs look better than ... A: Leena- For what you seek you need to do a bit wider stand squats and PUT weight on the bar you ... | |
| help. | 8/25/2009 |
| Q: i just bought a weight gainer product. i lift weights 5x a week, very intensely. will this weight ... A: Jake- It is calories, you can get hem from whole foods or a weight gainer. If you need them and it ... | |
| Supplements. | 8/20/2009 |
| Q: Stevens. I'm currently stuck in a position where I do not know what supplements will work just ... A: Jake- Honestly what you need is great training and great nutrition. Supplemnts are the final 1%. ... | |
| Squat Routine | 8/20/2009 |
| Q: I would like to start a squat routine that is suited for my age, height and weight. I'm looking to ... A: Phil- Congrats!!! on getting away from the smith machine and starting to train with real weights. ... | |
| Exercise | 8/16/2009 |
| Q: My name is Bryanna, and I am 15 years old. I am looking for an exercise that will tone my upper ... A: Bryanna- If you are limited with no weights then I would have you do simple things like sprinting, ... | |
| big thighs | 8/11/2009 |
| Q: I've been doing squats, lunges and other exercises with heavy weights for more than 6 months now to ... A: Jasmine- You need to be doing deadlifts, cleans, stiff leg dead lifts etc. they target the glutes ... | |
| muscle gain | 8/9/2009 |
| Q: "Hi Phil, sorry to bother you. I was hoping you could help me. I'm 17 years old. I weigh 145 pounds. ... A: Chris- Yes it looks OK I would likely have you move to three full body sessions a day with BIG ... | |
| shoulder exercise | 8/7/2009 |
| Q: i would to know what the 2 best methods of building the back of ur shoulders. I have been taught to ... A: Daniel? The best moves for building big shoulders and upper back?? Heavy dead lifts and heavy over ... | |
| aerobic activity. | 8/4/2009 |
| Q: I have a question. I was wondering if it would be ok to aerobic activity on the same day as weight ... A: Robert- Yes it is just fine to do resistance training and aerobic exercise on the same day. I would ... | |
| weight training advice | 8/4/2009 |
| Q: I'm 20 years old, been weight training since I was 14 years old. I currently do a 3 day week split ... A: Joe- sounds like you have several of the normal problems #1 your not accepting any body fat which ... | |
| tone biceps to look "cut" | 8/3/2009 |
| Q: I am working out for many years now weightlifting and i have build big biceps. Now i am trying to ... A: Micheal- Just keep it up. You just need to lose more total body fat you cant spot reduce just your ... | |
| cardio workout | 7/31/2009 |
| Q: right now, i weigh 127 pounds, and i am 5'5 i know according to BMI, i'm normal weight, but my body ... A: Lynn- Sure that can work and honestly any cardio you will do and enjoy will work. High intensity or ... | |
| body fortress whey protein-good or bad for incresing muscle mass | 7/31/2009 |
| Q: im 17 and im on a high protein intake diet. i o to the gym three times a week or 4 if necessary. but ... A: Its just protein buddy. That it its like a powdered chicken breast. Its just food. You can take it ... | |
| Protein supplements | 7/30/2009 |
| Q: Hey, so I'm pretty new to lifting, but I can already tell that I'm definitely not getting enough ... A: Well Cameron- How often you should be taking them depends on how much protein you are getting from ... | |
| looking to work my abs | 7/29/2009 |
| Q: I am 27 years old and for the last several years I have been almost totally been inactive in terms ... A: Al- You need to train and get active thats it. You cant spot reduce. it doesnt happen if you do ... | |
| Workout plan to lose weight. | 7/22/2009 |
| Q: I recently was going to play football, so in that time I was lifting with my high school, and put on ... A: #1 Thomas your 5' 10" and only 180 I would not try and lose weight thats not heavy at all. What I ... | |
| wwe | 7/21/2009 |
| Q: how to get a great body since i'm a guy like big thighs triceps and biceps and a six pack without a ... A: Angel- Dennis- Food you need to eat a LOT to gain muscle and work hard. You simply need more ... | |
| i want to gain some weight and achieve some cuts on my arms and abs.. | 7/21/2009 |
| Q: I wanted to know what exercises I can do without using weights or any kind of machines.also can u ... A: Dennis- Just food dont complicate it you simply need more calories to gain weight what doesnt mean ... | |
| workout routine | 7/21/2009 |
| Q: I am 18 year old female i weight about 140 and i am 5'10 so I feel like i am in good shape but I ... A: Lauren- I honestly cant give you a personalized training program as that takes time and would not ... | |
| gaining muscle mass without exercise | 7/19/2009 |
| Q: I watched a movie called Bigger, Stronger, Faster where they had a cow with huge muscles, like a ... A: William - The bull you are talking and the babies etc. that have unusual amounts of strength and ... | |
| Supplements | 7/18/2009 |
| Q: I am a 31 year old who hit the gym pretty hard 4 days a week. I just have a quickI am taking ... A: Kevin- I would honestly drop the glutamine its a waste of your money it is the most abundant amino ... | |
| Becoming a certified personal trainer | 7/15/2009 |
| Q: I am an expert in the Import/Export Category -- specifically I give advice on sourcing from China ... A: Hank- sadly the CPT cert industry and filled with joke cert courses where one simply does and easy ... | |
| My daughter's health. | 7/11/2009 |
| Q: My daughter is 13 and weighs 160 pounds. She is interesting in losing wieght. She knows that a ... A: Denice- Sure the number one thing will be a healthy diet rich in real foods, meat, eggs, milk, ... | |
| Personal Training | 7/10/2009 |
| Q: I have never been a very fitness-oriented person, and my lifestyle up until this point has been ... A: Shannon- #1 start today anything dont try and wait for the perfect plan. Anything no matter how ... | |
| Running Shoes | 7/9/2009 |
| Q: I do not know if my question is appropriate for you; but I jog non-competitively on a regular basis ... A: Teresa I am sorry I dont, I know I like New Balance but couldnt say they are the BEST! I will say be ... | |
| pre workout nap | 7/5/2009 |
| Q: Phil is a pre workout nap of say 2 hrs ok? thanks, John K. A: John- Yes its great and soemthing I do as well. I would just be sure that if your training very ... | |
| Tight muscles | 7/1/2009 |
| Q: recently i have been having stiffness in the Tibalis anterior. I'm not sure if thats the right name, ... A: Jeff- add salt to your diet daily, make sure your getting your potassium in be it from food or a ... | |
| Tight muscles | 6/30/2009 |
| Q: recently i have been having stiffness in the Tibalis anterior. I'm not sure if thats the right name, ... A: You should have them all day every day and loud up after. With that much water intake and sweating ... | |
| Tight muscles | 6/29/2009 |
| Q: recently i have been having stiffness in the Tibalis anterior. I'm not sure if thats the right name, ... A: Jeff- yes this can be very common. It could even be diet related are you getting enough hydration ... | |
| workouts | 6/23/2009 |
| Q: I currently workout every morning as follows.1 set of armcurls.20 reps@110 lbs on a machine.1 set ... A: Woodie- It doesnt seem like to much to me however it seems a bit excessive in small ineffective ... | |
| ab workout | 6/21/2009 |
| Q: I am about 16 years old and I was wondering if you can tell me a crazy ab workout. I do crunches ... A: Emil- Tha abs are like any other muscle and you ned load to progress. As well like any other muscle ... | |
| Snarl | 6/18/2009 |
| Q: i have a question regarding weightlifting. it's not a problem per say but more of a curiosity. the ... A: Bill- You have nothing to worry about and you dont look that goofy if thats all you do. You should ... | |
| RE: | 6/17/2009 |
| Q: how much weight should the average sized 15 year old boy be able to bench press and curl? Better yet ... A: Stan- I and no one can tel you that we cant compare our selves to others, many will be worse many ... | |
| Why am I not losing fat | 6/16/2009 |
| Q: For the last 5 months I have been consistently working out with fairly high intensity for 5-6 days a ... A: If you arent losing weight its a simple mater of thermodynamics, your eating as much or more then ... | |
| Is it ok to do exercises both in the morning and evening. | 6/13/2009 |
| Q: I'm 23 years old male. I do exercises daily both in the morning and evening. I go running in the ... A: Of course its ok. Neither of those sound very taxing at all so there is no reason you cant do them ... | |
| adding weight for 4 sets of 6-8 rep routine | 6/11/2009 |
| Q: How are you? I've been working out for about 9 weeks and I've worked my way up from 1 set of 8-12 ... A: Paul - That is not a program reps scheme or progression I would recommend so it is not my place to ... | |
| Weight loss, best times to work out etc.. | 6/10/2009 |
| Q: . I am 6'3" around 340lbs.. I have gone way over weight.. my best weight was 234.. I desperatly want ... A: Mike- I cant really tell you if thats to much as you gave me no details of what your doing. what ... | |
| Muscle Toning | 6/9/2009 |
| Q: I'm a 59 year old male. I power walk for 40 mins. 5-6 days/wk. for the past 5+ years. I would like ... A: Jim- NO, my 5 year old dauther may get some great benefit out of ten lb DB's but if you want one ... | |
| Leg strength | 6/7/2009 |
| Q: I have what many call chicken legs. And when I hear girlfriends say 'you have really skinny legs' ... A: Marc- My suggestion would be get aces to a olympic bar so you can squat and deadlift. You may not ... | |
| diet and exersise | 6/5/2009 |
| Q: I am a 5'5" 48 year old male trying to get rid of that last 10 or so pounds of fat in my mid ... A: Bill- I would NOT!!! think about losing weight at your size 14.7 is not hat bad and 131 is for sure ... | |
| caloric intake | 6/4/2009 |
| Q: 143 pounds 5'7, i recently lost about 25 pounds and i eat about 13-1700 calories a day, and exercise ... A: Rhianna- Yes its more then ok and even OK to go above your calories at times and bump it a bit for ... | |
| low rep high weight | 6/4/2009 |
| Q: I wish to ask your advice about something that has been bothering me for some while I personally ... A: I would spend the majority of your time with heavy loads at least for a few years and then after as ... | |
| weight gain | 5/28/2009 |
| Q: I am 40 years old (woman) and quit smoking after 20 years. I already do 1/2 hour vigorous cardio ... A: Wendy- Yes nicotine is s stimulant and some BBers etc use it to burn extra calories etc. That said ... | |
| muscle building | 5/26/2009 |
| Q: I have a hard time building muscle.I work out at the gym 3-4 days a week.I walk a lot.I change my ... A: Angela- Your prob is most likely your diet. Your ignoring some MAJOR food groups we as humans are ... | |
| electrolyte deficiency in steam baths | 5/23/2009 |
| Q: I think I get electrolyte depletion after steam bath which I take regularly daily for half an hour. ... A: Sure you can take a steam bath daily and yes it very well could lead to losing a lot of potassium ... | |
| bigger butt | 5/22/2009 |
| Q: I'm a 20 years old girl. My problem is that I lost some weight a couple of months ago. I was always ... A: Vike- Yes you need to build the glutes to have a nice butt, heavy squats that are deep, heavy ... | |
| Fat loss around stomach area | 5/21/2009 |
| Q: im 14 and have been doing exercises for about a year now-though not excessively since i do it only ... A: Cyrus- The best exercises to lose fat is the exercises of a quality diet. Other then that its BIG ... | |
| my plan | 5/15/2009 |
| Q: hi i was wondering why i wasnt able to lose weight i joined weight watchers and workout 5 times a ... A: Sandrise- The real question that matters is how much fat are you losing scale weight doesnt mean ... | |
| Bench Pressing | 5/14/2009 |
| Q: I've never bench pressed before. I've only done the pec deck and a incline press machine at 130lbs ... A: Depends on the person, their size and weight but 300lb is respectable, but nothing that nearly any ... | |
| Exercise | 5/11/2009 |
| Q: I have 2 brief qtns 1) When one has just finished a jog of say 20mins and has got a sweat, is it ... A: #1 drink you want to stay hydrated #2 sure take a shower Your picking minutia Al if your sweaty ... | |
| is the "SQUAT" necessarry | 5/10/2009 |
| Q: i'm in the army i'm 21 years old and due to a a 18 mile ruck march i screwed up my knee real bad... ... A: Robert- The whole squats boosting T levels is mainly CRAP!! If it does its to a VERY low degree. ... | |
| Supplementing??? | 5/6/2009 |
| Q: I'm 19 years old and still fairly new to the gym, my high school P.E. classes didn't frequent the ... A: Joseph- My advice for that situation GET OVER IT and get in there NOW. I was the weak guys once and ... | |
| Supplementing??? | 5/5/2009 |
| Q: I'm 19 years old and still fairly new to the gym, my high school P.E. classes didn't frequent the ... A: Joseph- NO you have no business using any supplement right now asdie from a protein powder which is ... | |
| Hockey training | 4/29/2009 |
| Q: .i workout 6 days a week and skate 4 times im 19 and going to play for NAU in the fall im 5'10 and ... A: Nick Your battle is not so much int eh gym or definatley not with supplements its with food. If you ... | |
| V Shape | 4/29/2009 |
| Q: I'm working really hard to try and get that V Shape right above the abs. Any exercises or techniques ... A: Lots of pressing with heavy loads and even more rowing and chin ups and Pull ups again with loads. ... | |
| Weights | 4/28/2009 |
| Q: Hope you don't mind me asking you this question as its on behalf of my girlfriend who is 28, 5ft ... A: Tim- There is so much misconception and bad information out her about women and weights. Like doing ... | |
| Quick question | 4/23/2009 |
| Q: Im just wondering if you can give me some advice. Im a 22 year old female, 130lbs, 5'9''. I dont ... A: Dina- I am actually working on an article on this now but in the mean time, the biggest thing you ... | |
| Supplements | 4/23/2009 |
| Q: Can I take Spawn and Finaflex both at the same time? Or is it a bad idea, sence there kind of the ... A: More of a good thing can and usually is bad, more is not always better, Same holds true with supps, ... | |
| Umbilical hernias and exercise | 4/21/2009 |
| Q: I've just developed an umbilical hernia. I am VERY overweight (6'2 - 280lbs) with a waist ... A: Marc- I would rather you address this with your physician as each case is to individual to help ... | |
| How to lose love handles fast | 4/18/2009 |
| Q: <<Julian- your starving your self and GREATLY lacking on very important nutrients you need to not ... A: Julian- No I dont agree with that at all in any way shape or form. We as humans evolved to eat ... | |
| increase size | 4/17/2009 |
| Q: hey phil. my name is devin, i am 21 years old, and im 6'4 at about 190 pounds. I seem to have hit a ... A: Devin increasing your max what?? body weight if so your going to have to eat. As for your plan, it ... | |
| How to lose love handles fast | 4/17/2009 |
| Q: My name is Julian and I've been eating healthy and keeping in shape for several years. I don't eat ... A: Julianne- your starving your self and GREATLY lacking on very important nutrients you need to not ... | |
| toning, slimming down | 4/16/2009 |
| Q: I am 5'1 1/2 and weight between 115-120. I fluctuate due to my thyroid, and gastrointestinal ... A: Jessica- You need to get a relationship with resistance training if you want to get "toned" not ... | |
| Football training | 4/15/2009 |
| Q: I weigh about 130-145 and I am about 6'0. I have been working out for about 3 months now and I am ... A: Good work it will slow down thats OK expect it then you can over time slowly eat more if progress ... | |
| just wondering | 4/14/2009 |
| Q: I do 200 pushups,150 bench dips,50 chest dips ,and 100 sit ups. am I increasing my stamina and ... A: Isaiah- I have no clue are you? Your worried about losing weight is the scale going down? If your ... | |
| Schedule for beginning weights | 4/10/2009 |
| Q: I'm starting weights and wonder if you could suggest a schedule to get me started? Just how many ... A: Jason- This is honestly for direct questions not for you to get a total program built for you. You ... | |
| skinny elbows | 4/8/2009 |
| Q: i'm quite embarrased about my elbows because i am quite underweight and if you look at my arm from ... A: Mike the exercise you need is a LOT of fork and spoon curls while sitting at the dinner table. You ... | |
| Starting to play sports | 4/3/2009 |
| Q: I'm 23 years old, male, and I wish to seek some advice on conditioning for sports. I was raised in ... A: Frederick Your best bet is going to be start TODAY I dont care what it is but start doing more ... | |
| Weightlifting and Dietery Supplements | 4/2/2009 |
| Q: I am currently looking into starting supplements and i am short of knowledge on the subject. I am ... A: Marcus- I wont give you any advice on either of those sups except that in my opinion both are a ... | |
| Sauna/Steam Bath | 3/30/2009 |
| Q: I am having a confusion and hoping that you may put some light on it. I have joined a nearby ... A: Sandeep- You sound like you dehydrated and need water and electrolytes. Your sweating from both ... | |
| Protein shake question. | 3/26/2009 |
| Q: I've been working out for several years now, and just recently found out that I'm not getting enough ... A: Terrell- Fat doesn't make you fat at all and can actually aid in health, burning fat, and vital ... | |
| gaining size while losing the gut | 3/20/2009 |
| Q: i'd really like to know how i lose the mior 'beer belly' i have,yet still gain muscle?i run for ... A: Get your diet in check thats the main thing. The difference between gaining weight on a program and ... | |
| MRI Black Powder | 3/17/2009 |
| Q: So I just got some of this (it's a Nitric Oxide supplement, dilates the blood vessels, gives an ... A: Ryan- Sure I guess there is potential if you had enough dilation. IMO those NO boosters are a ... | |
| digesting a donut | 3/16/2009 |
| Q: I have been hearing from a few co-workers that a donut stays in your system 2months to 2years? I ... A: Jackii- Tell you friends to stick to giving advice and spreading information on topics they are ... | |
| Football training | 3/14/2009 |
| Q: I weigh about 130-145 and I am about 6'0. I have been working out for about 3 months now and I am ... A: Brandon- Your a stick figure. You dont need ANYTHING but a LOT more food and you will see results, ... | |
| over 50 and muscle ache intimidating me doing weights | 3/12/2009 |
| Q: Well, i am 53. Since about 18 I have been doing weights. Not the massive stuff, but a session in my ... A: Julian- YES there is no need for you to stop but as we age we MUST get better with nutrition. You ... | |
| supplements | 3/9/2009 |
| Q: I've been working out for some time now (long enough to be considered more experienced than a ... A: Marc- Sure I would take whey everyday to assure you are getting your protein along with plenty of ... | |
| RE-VISTED QUESTION ON PUMPING IRON | 3/7/2009 |
| Q: I was wondering would you please explain to me: why does it take a couple of days to be sore after ... A: Its called DOMS ( delayed onset muscle soreness) I would do a search for it and read up. As of yet ... | |
| weight lifting routine | 3/6/2009 |
| Q: i was wondering if you could advise me on the upper body workout e.g bicep's, tricep's, pectoral's, ... A: You build hamstrings by deadlifting, cleaning and squatting and sprinting. How do you do them?? I ... | |
| weight lifting routine | 3/6/2009 |
| Q: i was wondering if you could advise me on the upper body workout e.g bicep's, tricep's, pectoral's, ... A: Ben- Heck yes you need to work your lower body it makes up well over 50% of you and contains the ... | |
| Diet Plan | 3/4/2009 |
| Q: I currently do weight training, but when it comes to diet i would like to know what percentage of ... A: John- That depends on your goals, training and the individual. I would say 1 gram of protein per lb ... | |
| nutrition/workout schedule | 3/3/2009 |
| Q: I'm 28 yrs old 5'9" and 155lb. I'd say I'm slim to medium build and quite well toned. I've been ... A: Your not really going to expand your rig cage. It's bone and cartilage and unless you were to get it ... | |
| stretching | 2/27/2009 |
| Q: I workout aerobic and anaerobic wise on a regular basis but I don't stretch...I find it extremely ... A: Stretching is for pansies LOL. No Unless you have a mobility problem that stops you from doing an ... | |
| muscle maintence | 2/27/2009 |
| Q: I would like to know what should one do to maintain the level of strength he gained How many sets, ... A: Even one HARD day when your working in the 90% and up range for a few sets can have you hold ... | |
| Eating Enough?? | 2/26/2009 |
| Q: I was wondering how many calories i should be taking in a day. I am not a active person due to my ... A: Your ignoring 3/4 of your body and only working your chest, shoulders and triceps, then a few ... | |
| weight loss and toning up | 2/25/2009 |
| Q: What's phil my name is tim I'm 21 years old and I play semi pro basketball for team called the ... A: Number one free weights will not only do the job but MUCH better then any machine. I would do ... | |
| Help! | 2/23/2009 |
| Q: Help! How do you get rid of the extra body fat around the armpit and bra strap area on the back. ... A: Sarah- sure there is hope. How is your diet and your resistance training. Ther is NO such thing as ... | |
| excess skin on back | 2/22/2009 |
| Q: Is there any particular exercise(s) that will help reduce the excess skin on the back that hangs ... A: Marcella- Thats going to be from just a bit of excess fat. When that is gone then the strap will ... | |
| muscle gain | 2/20/2009 |
| Q: Is it possible to gain muscle without exercising or weightlifting but by changing your diet? If so ... A: Rich- No not really if you just ate and sat all day good chance you would not gain any muscle at ... | |
| Light Weights/Aerobics | 2/20/2009 |
| Q: I'm hoping you can help me out with this question. I am mainly working out in order to lose a ... A: Amy, your fine and could do those daily once you get used to it. If your very sore then take a day ... | |
| Pain in outer forearm when realising preacher curl bar | 2/19/2009 |
| Q: Hope you can help. I have been weight training for nearly a year now and persistant problem i am ... A: It sounds like your are experiencing a tendosis problem to me. Pain in the tendon from over use. ... | |
| pull ups | 2/17/2009 |
| Q: I really want be able to do a pull up once and for all. What will help me accomplish this? Give me ... A: LOL hot coals GREAT IDEA! Different better fitting shoes should help. A good quality shoe. Walk ... | |
| loose skin after weight loss | 2/16/2009 |
| Q: First, THANKS for this website. I downloaded the pdf with the frequently asked questions and it ... A: Nancy- Thats AWESOME WORK!!! great job and glad the site helped. On the loose skin. As someone ... | |
| Barbell And Dumbell Prees | 2/16/2009 |
| Q: Would you say that 3 to 4 set of barbell and 3 to 4 sets of dumbbell in the same workout would be to ... A: Anthony- Depends on the intensity and what the parameters are. I personally would rather have a ... | |
| food | 2/16/2009 |
| Q: iv just started weightlifting and i would like to know what to eat before i go trainig, i just want ... A: Dave- Just have a complete protein source be it a shake or real food 30 minutes or so prior to ... | |
| pull ups | 2/15/2009 |
| Q: I really want be able to do a pull up once and for all. What will help me accomplish this? Give me ... A: Etan- You will of course target a bit more of your lats, or biceps by varying what you do with ... | |
| Areola | 2/10/2009 |
| Q: An answer to yourHi, I'm a 16 year old male and i have extra body fat and a good amount of it is on ... A: Jason- Coming from a guy who was once over 300lbs anmd wasnt training, and has went anywhere from ... | |
| Stunted Growth | 2/10/2009 |
| Q: I am a freshman in high school and I play football. This week I have been going in early to workout ... A: No- It could likely enhance your growth making your bones stronger and larger due to loading them ... | |
| weight lifting in older men | 2/9/2009 |
| Q: I am 58 years old and have been working out wit weights and aerobic exercise for 45 years. recently ... A: Dennis- That info is largely correct, If you load the skeletal systems with a HEAVY load at any age ... | |
| I need help on getting stronger and eating better. | 2/8/2009 |
| Q: I'm a ft. in. 15 year old who weighs 115 lbs.and I want to know how to get a stronger toned body. I ... A: If you want to grow start working BIG compound exercises that let you use a load and use a LOT of ... | |
| pull ups | 2/8/2009 |
| Q: I really want be able to do a pull up once and for all. What will help me accomplish this? Give me ... A: Eram- I would again concentrate on big moves rowing exercises like bent over rows etc. these will ... | |
| Rebounder Machine? | 2/6/2009 |
| Q: I'm 28 years old, female, 102 pounds, 5'3". I do ZERO exercise because I've always feared losing ... A: Dena I would simply pick what ever form of exercise you think is FUN, will enjoy and stick to. It ... | |
| beggining a exercise routine | 2/3/2009 |
| Q: Im 20 years old I weigh about 222 lbs and I want to know how I can start a daily routine on exercise ... A: Carlos- How. You start start today. I dont care what you do even the worst plan is better then ... | |
| Build Shoulders and chest | 1/31/2009 |
| Q: I am 16, weigh 67 kilos and am 6' I need to build up my chest and broaden my shoulders my upper body ... A: The main thing. EAT MORE calories. Your obviously not eating enough if you weight 67 kilo at that ... | |
| Build Shoulders and chest | 1/31/2009 |
| Q: I am 16, weigh 67 kilos and am 6' I need to build up my chest and broaden my shoulders my upper body ... A: Yes its worth extending it, I would extend it for a few years and kep going and youll see results, ... | |
| Oxygen Workout | 1/29/2009 |
| Q: Recently in class we have studied the effect of oxygen in our blood flow... Lack of oxygen leads to ... A: Pavel- yes it could very well effect your performance and recovery. One thing I would think about ... | |
| Losing Weight, but needs direction. | 1/26/2009 |
| Q: I'm 34 y/o, 5ft 6, 255 lbs. I had developed gestational diabetes with my last pregnancy (my ... A: Bridget- It looks VERY good. the only thing I would like to see it he exclusion of things like rice ... | |
| Treadclimber vs Stair Stepper | 1/26/2009 |
| Q: I am looking to purchase a machine to help my lower body. Which machine would burn calories and ... A: Tracy- I am not a fan of either or any cardio or resistance training machines. I think your time is ... | |
| Losing Weight, but needs direction. | 1/25/2009 |
| Q: I'm 34 y/o, 5ft 6, 255 lbs. I had developed gestational diabetes with my last pregnancy (my ... A: Bridget- congrats on being proactive you can beat this thing The biggest thin off the bat will be ... | |
| Best way to lose weight, and gain muscle | 1/23/2009 |
| Q: I am a teenager, who is probably 40 pounds over weight. I want to become a cop after I finish ... A: Patrick- Great question. #1 start SLOW, To many people try and change EVERYTHING and implement he ... | |
| lean muscles | 1/22/2009 |
| Q: my training method is: day 1.= overhandgrip deadlifts- 9 sets of 3 reps HEAVY. standing overhead ... A: Looks better I would stil add load to the sit ups, the fastest way for them to get stronger is to ... | |
| lean muscles | 1/21/2009 |
| Q: my training method is: day 1.= overhandgrip deadlifts- 9 sets of 3 reps HEAVY. standing overhead ... A: MO- It sounds like you have plan in your head made up and you are not looking for me to give you my ... | |
| lean muscles | 1/21/2009 |
| Q: my training method is: day 1.= overhandgrip deadlifts- 9 sets of 3 reps HEAVY. standing overhead ... A: Mo- IMO most times LESS is more give your all to a few exercises get the hell out of the gym and ... | |
| disbalance | 1/21/2009 |
| Q: I train on a regular basis doing the following exercises: Push ups with weighted back pack,planks ... A: Etan- No problem. Yes goes for the right and left as well, everyone will ALWAYS have a dominant ... | |
| more reps | 1/20/2009 |
| Q: hi at the moment i can only do 50 press ups 50 sit ups 10 chin ups and 10 pull ups im trying to get ... A: How to improve the reps?? get stronger, add weight to those moves. If you can do 10 chins with 25 ... | |
| disbalance | 1/20/2009 |
| Q: I train on a regular basis doing the following exercises: Push ups with weighted back pack,planks ... A: Etan- Honestly your worrying way to much at this early point. Its not worth stressing the minutia ... | |
| disbalance | 1/19/2009 |
| Q: I train on a regular basis doing the following exercises: Push ups with weighted back pack,planks ... A: I think your worrying to much about an imbalance you will NEVER be perfect but as long as your doing ... | |
| Exercise, Diet and Weight Loss | 1/19/2009 |
| Q: Sorry this will be quite a long question. =) I'm a 30 year old female. No kids yet. I just recently ... A: Likely water retention from muscle inflammation due to the strenuous activity. After a heavy ... | |
| Exercise & Sleep | 1/19/2009 |
| Q: I'm trying to re-dedicate myself to 3 days of weightlifting, but my work and class schedule only ... A: Will- yes youll be able to progress just fine, dont stress over it life gets in the way sometimes ... | |
| using a treadmill to be able to run faster/better | 1/18/2009 |
| Q: I am trying out for my school's softball team and you need to be able to run a mile and a half in ... A: Ad- Oh boy this is a tough one, Id love to have you question the reasoning for the mile and a half ... | |
| tips | 1/17/2009 |
| Q: my routine was all about strength im 5 ft 5 and weigh 8.5 stones i been working out for around about ... A: I'm not quite sure of what your asking above?? How to get strong abdominals?? The best way is big ... | |
| tips | 1/17/2009 |
| Q: my routine was all about strength im 5 ft 5 and weigh 8.5 stones i been working out for around about ... A: Mo- NO I have no idea if your eating enough I know many people arent. What I was saying is you and ... | |
| Max-OT | 1/17/2009 |
| Q: I've been planning to try the Max-OT routines. Any comments about these routines? I've been reading ... A: I know some people who have had, OK results with it but nothing to impressive in my books and one ... | |
| tips | 1/16/2009 |
| Q: my routine was all about strength im 5 ft 5 and weigh 8.5 stones i been working out for around about ... A: Mo- getting ripped is more about diet then training, though training does take a big part. You need ... | |
| athlete diet | 1/16/2009 |
| Q: I'm a 20 year old D1 athlete trying to lose weight while practicing/conditioning/lifting at least 3 ... A: Brittany- I cant give a complete diet In sorry thats takes a lot of time and more info. I would ... | |
| Improving weight to strenght ratio | 1/14/2009 |
| Q: I'm 22yr and 6ft 205lbs. I'm a jumper I think my vertical is around 40inches. I have an idea to get ... A: I think thats is VERY achievable being able to do what your thinking. You can bring those lifts up a ... | |
| burning calories after injury | 1/13/2009 |
| Q: First of all I'm 23 5'9 225lbs, a bit of muscle and a lot of fat. I'm also coming off of a knee ... A: I could argue the LAST thing you want to do on a knee injury is distance running. Not much else is ... | |
| cardio | 1/13/2009 |
| Q: I have baby fat thats not going away soon enuff. I do crunches everyday. I want to do cardio on the ... A: Kat- yes you can lose that and in less then a year. for someone with as little to lose as you have ... | |
| situps | 1/11/2009 |
| Q: I wish to ask your advice about something that has been bothering me for some while I personally ... A: Yes it helps a TON and it also activates the much larger muscles of the hips and glutes in the squat ... | |
| sit ups | 1/11/2009 |
| Q: I wish to ask your advice about something that has been bothering me for some while I personally ... A: The abs are like any other muscle and they will require load to progress. To get deep cuts to where ... | |
| Adjusting routine | 1/10/2009 |
| Q: my name is Bridget I am 25 yrs old and have been working out regularly for a few years now. I do a 4 ... A: Bridget- #1 the following is a completely FALSE statement and we are still not sure how it got any ... | |
| easy question | 1/9/2009 |
| Q: foot ball weight training started this week i did calf raises on the stairs with some buddies 10 on ... A: OK whats the question that was more a statement?? You did to much. do less and work your way up. ... | |
| situps | 1/8/2009 |
| Q: I wish to ask your advice about something that has been bothering me for some while I personally ... A: Squats are great and going in a FULL range of motion is safer and more effective then some sissy ... | |
| Weightlifting | 1/8/2009 |
| Q: my mom is telling me that weightlifting will stunt my growth and i really want to grow so would ... A: Cisco- Mothers are smart people in general and should be listened to. BUT in this case your mother ... | |
| squats | 1/7/2009 |
| Q: I wish to ask your advice about something that has been bothering me for some while I personally ... A: Continue your situps and add that load. I would venture into a lower rep range and more load at ... | |
| diet | 1/6/2009 |
| Q: me and my friend want to get ripped but mostly 6 packs were both 18 he weighs 165 and i weigh 155 ... A: Josh I cant really cannot give you an individual diet plan, thats very extensive and takes a lot of ... | |
| Best football workout | 1/6/2009 |
| Q: I'm about to start working out for football and i wanted to know what the best workout would be for ... A: Dominic- I would resistance train 3 times a week and the other days work on your sport skills, ... | |
| walking | 1/5/2009 |
| Q: i was wondering how many hours and/or miles you need to walk per day to lose 3-5 pounds per week? ... A: Noel- There is no magic or exact number to lose that amount of weight. There are to many variables ... | |
| plz help me | 1/5/2009 |
| Q: i am jagmeet from india please help me to built my body n increase my height i am 16 yrs old boy ... A: Jagmeet- Your battle is at he table. You simply need to eat More food. I cant tell you exactly what ... | |
| Muscle Recovery | 1/4/2009 |
| Q: Should you give recovery time to your muscles when they ache? Because if so i'd be recovering every ... A: Bryan- Yes you need to recover. You grow, get stronger and progress OUT of the gym not in it. You ... | |
| Supplements | 1/2/2009 |
| Q: Hey Im 21 male and i really want to loose some fat Im 5,10 and i weight 160 lbs i go to the gym 4 ... A: Ernest- Wake up buddy. your 5' 10" and 160 lbs and thinking about using pharmaceutical to lose ... | |
| gain weight | 12/15/2008 |
| Q: Hey, im 18, 5' 6.5" and 109 pounds. I've recently started on my quest to gain weight, my goal is ... A: Deepal Yes you MUST eat breakfast something if its a shake or other food, flat out to gain weight ... | |
| Trapezius Tightness on Excercise | 12/11/2008 |
| Q: Hurt my upper trapezius on the left side somehow while weightlifting 20 years ago. Well, I say ... A: Sounds like you need to do some basic PT and learn not to be trap dependent not over use it on moves ... | |
| biceps | 12/8/2008 |
| Q: "hi im karthik,im 19 y.o,im 5'10" n 58 kgs,n i wanna develop my biceps, i havnt excercised before n ... A: Yes start now and youll have to start eating to. You need to start a full body program that is of ... | |
| Weight training with the night shift | 12/8/2008 |
| Q: I am planning on start a 12 week weight training program which is a bodybuilding program. My problem ... A: I'm not sure what your looking for?? Sure you can train I did so for years when I worked graveyard. ... | |
| my body shape | 12/7/2008 |
| Q: How are you? I'm 33 y.o. single, height 170 cm, weight 58 kg. my problem is that I have flat ... A: Mary- I'm good thanks and you. 6 weeks a darn short time to make HUGE change but yes you can have ... | |
| weight training | 12/6/2008 |
| Q: I'm only 14 but I've been lifting for about 11 months on and off. When i do, its usually about a ... A: Adam You simply need to stick to it you cant expect to get in shape and then stop this is a ... | |
| supplements | 12/3/2008 |
| Q: hey, i have just recently been using a weight gain supplement,i am a ver healthy eater and at this ... A: Finlay- Of course you can use a weight gainer and still lose body fat. You simply need to count it ... | |
| Long Term Injury | 12/2/2008 |
| Q: I just wanted to know what kind of long term problems/ injuries you can get from weightlifting/ ... A: Jeff- Of course you can get injured weight training, the number of possible injures to long to list ... | |
| overexercising | 12/1/2008 |
| Q: .between the biceps and forearm) thank you for your help ANSWER: Etan- There is not much you can ... A: Contrast showers or baths are a great tool for recovery. Like I said above use anything you have at ... | |
| how to loose 30 lbs but get muscle 2 | 11/30/2008 |
| Q: i want to loose 30 lbs in 3 months.am 16yrs old am 5'6' and weight 199.i workout with a bench ... A: How long I cant tell you that I have no idea what shape your in now. I would tell any one to expect ... | |
| overexercising | 11/30/2008 |
| Q: .between the biceps and forearm) thank you for your help A: Etan- There is not much you can due to totally stop it. They are going to run you into the ground ... | |
| Abs | 11/29/2008 |
| Q: Phil I am finally making some progress reducing my 'fat cover' over my muscles which I have worked ... A: Crunches are NOT going to make you burn fat from your belly #1 your time will be better spent on ... | |
| how to loose 30 lbs but get muscle 2 | 11/28/2008 |
| Q: i want to loose 30 lbs in 3 months.am 16yrs old am 5'6' and weight 199.i workout with a bench ... A: You want to look like a boxer. Honestly have you put thought into training like a boxer?? Training ... | |
| how to loose 30 lbs but get muscle 2 | 11/28/2008 |
| Q: i want to loose 30 lbs in 3 months.am 16yrs old am 5'6' and weight 199.i workout with a bench ... A: Andres- Along with the benching you need to start doing rows with the barbell, squats with the ... | |
| Building muscle | 11/24/2008 |
| Q: I'm 27, 5' 6" 125 lbs. I'm looking for a good weight lifting routine a skinny guy like me could do ... A: Jesse- I really cant give you a specific routine that takes time I really cannot invest free of ... | |
| long distance running | 11/21/2008 |
| Q: ok, i just read a question about sprinting and that the sprinter loses his built up muscle by ... A: John- It true you are not going to build and keep any appreciable amount of lean mas as a distance ... | |
| 6ft standard weight lifting bar info... | 11/16/2008 |
| Q: I am getting ready to buy my teenage sons a bar. They already have standard plates (a gift) but no ... A: Patty- Your going to have to go with the standard 6 foot bar for sure and I would go with one that ... | |
| work out | 11/16/2008 |
| Q: i have dvd's like tabeoo, biggest loser, jillian micheals, dancing with the star, and buns and ... A: Tasha Number one is getting on a diet you will stick with LONG term forever something you can live ... | |
| The Right Protein Powder | 11/14/2008 |
| Q: Stevens, I am 6'4 289 lbs. I have been working out with free weights and doing ... A: Carlos- I would stay AWAY from soy. There is to much doubt as to its safety in both men and women. ... | |
| muscle question | 11/13/2008 |
| Q: hey im 22 and im an amateur boxer...im 5'10 ,166lbs...and i wanted to know wat i can do to tighten ... A: JJ- Honestly?? What you describe. Get bigger take the time to hit the weights hard and with BIG ... | |
| training, exercise and healthy eating | 11/12/2008 |
| Q: I have been going to the gym for about a year and a half. I have recently decided I want too put ... A: Sophie- Diet looks OK but you need to get some real food in you in the morning that's most peoples ... | |
| muscle building | 11/11/2008 |
| Q: I am 6'2 about 160 pounds, I'm skinny but I have muscle definition. I am trying to build muscle ... A: Joel- Not hats its bad but why without weights?? What can you do. Well were never going to be 100% ... | |
| weight/strength gain | 11/10/2008 |
| Q: I'm 18 i weigh an average of 155 pounds and am 5' 10''. I have very little body fat at all! I ... A: Aaron- You need to drop the small isolation stuff and start working on Big move to put on weight. ... | |
| height | 11/10/2008 |
| Q: i'm having only a simple question i'm of 16 and i'm mad about body building does the growth of ... A: Haider- I think your simply asking should you train at 16? Yes you should and more and more they ... | |
| can i? | 11/7/2008 |
| Q: good day sir! i am 29 years old, last year i discovered that i have a diabetes,i also take ... A: Darwin- Id get an ok on any of the supplements you take from your doctor. I wouldnt suggest any ... | |
| en route | 11/7/2008 |
| Q: I started a regular program of walking whe I was 24 (for stress relief). I been walking the same ... A: Amy- They are correct you have adapted to the stimulus you do. A have written on this as have ... | |
| muscle building proteins | 11/5/2008 |
| Q: sir, i just want to ask that which proteins i should add in my diet to increase my muscle mass . ... A: pranjl Honestly all of them. Sure there are EAA's and BCAA's but to be optimal you really should ... | |
| how long will it take me to get into shape | 11/4/2008 |
| Q: My names Dillon and iv'e recently started weight lifting. Im a very active person and play sports ... A: Dillon- No problem and thank you for the compliments. Id love to give you specifics but I really ... | |
| Protein | 11/4/2008 |
| Q: Hey Phil quick question when is it best to drink a protein drink before, during or after working ... A: Will Honestly In think the best times are any time you cant get protein from food source as its ... | |
| how long will it take me to get into shape | 11/4/2008 |
| Q: My names Dillon and iv'e recently started weight lifting. Im a very active person and play sports ... A: Dillon thats is an impossible question to answer any one who claims to tel you the answer is flat ... | |
| muscle weakness | 11/1/2008 |
| Q: What happens to our bodies when we take a week off from strength training. It seems that 3 days off ... A: Recovery happens. You should be able to come back a bit stronger and with a recovered physical body ... | |
| Getting a cold after working out | 10/30/2008 |
| Q: G'day, I have a weird thing going on - if I do a solid week of exercise and weights (not ... A: Mark - I think I answered this once but to be sure I will give a shorter version here It doesnt ... | |
| getting back in shape. | 10/28/2008 |
| Q: I am a 22 year old woman. Im 5'7' and 130 pounds. Sure, I would like to gain about 15 pounds because ... A: Belle- Meals, Easy you need to simply up your intake above where you are to gain weight. I would do ... | |
| Home Gym | 10/25/2008 |
| Q: I am looking to purchase a Bowflex home gym. The problem I'm having is that I can't decide which one ... A: Ryan- I cant tel you which one to get because I would not suggest either. They are both glorified ... | |
| Food | 10/22/2008 |
| Q: my name is Gregory and I am training for my next season of football. I have one question regarding ... A: Greg I got three questions for you. How old are you? More importantly what is your training age, ... | |
| Tall order | 10/21/2008 |
| Q: "Hi, i am a 34yr old 6'9" 300lb ex basketball player. I have a good understanding of weight training ... A: Chris Id really suggest keeping diet simple. You MUST get more intake. The number one thing you ... | |
| Tall order | 10/20/2008 |
| Q: "Hi, i am a 34yr old 6'9" 300lb ex basketball player. I have a good understanding of weight training ... A: Chris- ?? how is your diet now? as in what are you eating what kind of foods. Your a BIG guy and I ... | |
| special work-out routine | 10/16/2008 |
| Q: I sure hope you can help me with all your knowledge. I very recently had hip reconstructive surgery. ... A: Ashley- #1 I am VERY sorry for the delay to this answer I was away speaking at our annual training ... | |
| Gym Workout | 10/15/2008 |
| Q: I just started going to the gym again after two years. I am 6 feet tall but I only weight 135 Lbs. I ... A: Pedro- What you need to gain weight is food not the gym. No matter what program you are on if you ... | |
| workout 2wice | 10/14/2008 |
| Q: Q:is it ok if I do 45mins cardio(running,jumping) in morning n 30mins weight lifting in evening. I ... A: You want big muscles too?? Main thing you are going to have to eat. It can be the hardest part the ... | |
| soccer weight training | 10/13/2008 |
| Q: I am a 17 year old soccer player. I have a lot of skill with the ball, but I want to get a stronger ... A: You should stick to big compound moves for this. Mainly Over head pressing, some dips, and bench ... | |
| working out | 10/9/2008 |
| Q: Hey Phil. I'm 19 years old and I have been working out for 4 months, I wasn't taking any protein ... A: Christian- The easy quick answer to your question is you need protein. Its food, no matter if its a ... | |
| Cardio w/weightlifting | 10/8/2008 |
| Q: Hey......Kevin here again. Just ran across an article and I want your opinion. The article reads ... A: 15 minutes is FINE Kevin. I just wouldnt go run all out and wear your self down. Just get nice and ... | |
| Weight loss | 10/2/2008 |
| Q: i have recently lost alot of weight and want to know how to progress further. I have been static in ... A: Marc- Congrats on the great progress. Keep at it. Advice?? I am betting you need to up intake for ... | |
| Creatine - before or after lifting weights | 9/30/2008 |
| Q: QuickShould I take creatine before or after lifting weights? A: The number one thing is just take it, 1 teaspoon every day. But if you have the choice and time take ... | |
| those abs | 9/29/2008 |
| Q: I need some advice on tummy training. Although i may never get the six pack I see on models in ... A: Abs are like any other muscle and to see them they need to get bigger and need load. You can do ... | |
| weight training and supplements | 9/27/2008 |
| Q: I have been reading alot about supplements (l-arginine,l-carnitine, glutamine and l-leucine) hat go ... A: Alison- On the supplements you mention yes I'm fairly well versed. Along with he info I provide ... | |
| HGH | 9/27/2008 |
| Q: What do you think of HGH? I go to the gym 4 days a week and do very intense workout. I take GNC's ... A: Ah thats the only time to limit Cho is when you have a prob and honestly they are finding that much ... | |
| HGH | 9/27/2008 |
| Q: What do you think of HGH? I go to the gym 4 days a week and do very intense workout. I take GNC's ... A: NO problem Kevin I hope it helped. One thing I would address in your case from what you wrote her ... | |
| how to do spot reduction | 9/26/2008 |
| Q: I'm 24 years old female with a height of 162cm and weigh 47kg, as you can see, i'm relatively lean ... A: Shanta- #1 YES of course everyone should undergo exercise, more so in today's day of age where our ... | |
| HGH | 9/25/2008 |
| Q: What do you think of HGH? I go to the gym 4 days a week and do very intense workout. I take GNC's ... A: Kevin- Honestly I wouldnt waste your time. Id spend the extra money and time on good food and ... | |
| Fitness Question | 9/18/2008 |
| Q: I understand the importance of resting muscles in order for muscle to repair and grow. My split is ... A: Jeff- Yes you need recovery but it has almost became dogma now to worry about doing to much. The ... | |
| Weight training mixed with running | 9/14/2008 |
| Q: my names Matt and I am 15 years old. I've been having some conflicting reports on what I should do ... A: ??? Wel I would start slow and I woudnt NOT do something all out every day. Many people make that ... | |
| Weight training mixed with running | 9/13/2008 |
| Q: my names Matt and I am 15 years old. I've been having some conflicting reports on what I should do ... A: Matt- Few blanket statements= What are your Number one goals?? Whats most inportant, focus on one ... | |
| muscle growth | 9/9/2008 |
| Q: i've been working out for almost a month now and my goal is to go from 'scrawny to brawny'. i live ... A: Canned meats, tuna, chicken, ham etc. Nuts, seeds, beef jerky, protein powders. Your not only ... | |
| getting chills when exercising | 9/7/2008 |
| Q: Sometimes when im playing a particularly hard soccer game and its really hot out i get so hot i ... A: No this is not normal or good. Tell your coach next time and get looked at. You need to be sure to ... | |
| weight training | 9/6/2008 |
| Q: I am wanting to start weight training with my son and have a question. He has all the eqipment I ... A: Raye - AWESOME!!! Your going to lift with your son. That a great thing and something you rarely see ... | |
| cardio and muscle loss | 9/4/2008 |
| Q: Stevens, Iam currently weight training and running on the elliptical machine on my resting days. ... A: Micheal- What are your goals?? Do you want to get big and strong or do you want to get extremely ... | |
| question | 9/4/2008 |
| Q: covering up doesn't help this usually causes me to stop during the winter then start again in the ... A: Yes you need to not where so much as to get so sweaty would help. Your going to be chilly off the ... | |
| injured trapezius while doing shrugs | 9/2/2008 |
| Q: I injured my trapezius doing shrugs a few years back and the pain has`nt gone away. when i turn my ... A: I can help by pointing you to your nearest physician. Persistent pain like you explain means ... | |
| question | 9/2/2008 |
| Q: covering up doesn't help this usually causes me to stop during the winter then start again in the ... A: Etan- Few things- Have you thought about aiming winter at a more anaerobic approach to your ... | |
| weightlifting and exercise | 8/29/2008 |
| Q: I have worked out on-and-off. I just got serious again. I wanted to know how to increase muscle and ... A: #1 start NOW today. That's the biggest thing do even One more thing then yesterday with your ... | |
| weightlifting and exercise | 8/29/2008 |
| Q: I have worked out on-and-off. I just got serious again. I wanted to know how to increase muscle and ... A: Mike- Congrats on getting serious about training. Keep it fun, take steps, and make it a lifestyle. ... | |
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I can answer questions related to any of the following areas general fitness, athletics, weight training, strength sports, personal trainers, personal training, health and wellness, diet/nutrition, weight/fat loss, dietary supplements, and bodybuilding.
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I while attaining both my Bachelors and Masters degrees in studio art found another passion, that of training and nutrition. A constant student, my real-world under-the-barbell and behind-the-fork approach has led to many an opportunity, experience, and change in my life as well as those I have worked.
I have transformed my own body in numerous ways from an initial soft 300 plus pounds, to a 165 running enthusiast, and currently 240-260 pounds competing as a strongman and powerlifter. I am constantly picking, meeting, and reaching new goals; happy but never content, always striving to perform, learn, build, and pass on past lived experience. I have attended, competed in, and hosted various seminars, workshops, and strength events. Met, befriended, worked for, and with many of the tops in the fields of training, sports, and nutrition. I consistently and compassionately pass on my lessons learned and knowledge gained to anyone in need, or to those whom simply expresses a desire, passion to better them selves. My experience is varied, having worked both distance via the internet, and hands on. From consulting with high caliber competitors and athletes, training support on a women’s weight loss forum, to volunteering with children in high risk neighborhoods. I have helped any and all walks of life get closer to and achieve their personal goals. All the while insisting I have, and will continuee1=
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