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About Phil Stevens
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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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SubjectDate Asked

Chest11/18/2009
  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 trampolines11/17/2009
  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 calories11/14/2009
  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 Press11/9/2009
  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 ...
Dumbbells11/5/2009
  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 ...
fitness11/2/2009
  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 ...
abs10/20/2009
  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 ...
weightloss10/10/2009
  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 middle10/9/2009
  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 gym10/8/2009
  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 lifting10/7/2009
  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 change10/6/2009
  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/definition10/6/2009
  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 Skin10/5/2009
  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-training10/1/2009
  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 Urine9/30/2009
  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. ...
Opinion9/30/2009
  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 ...
Diet9/29/2009
  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 ...
Athletics9/27/2009
  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 ...
biceps9/26/2009
  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 surgery9/22/2009
  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 slow9/21/2009
  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 Build9/18/2009
  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 Exercise9/9/2009
  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 Exercise9/9/2009
  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 muscle9/8/2009
  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 ...
health9/8/2009
  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 sore9/5/2009
  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 Question9/1/2009
  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 ...
Quadriceps8/30/2009
  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 player8/29/2009
  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 legs8/29/2009
  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 Routine8/20/2009
  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. ...
Exercise8/16/2009
  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 thighs8/11/2009
  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 gain8/9/2009
  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 exercise8/7/2009
  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 advice8/4/2009
  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 workout7/31/2009
  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 mass7/31/2009
  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 supplements7/30/2009
  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 abs7/29/2009
  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 ...
wwe7/21/2009
  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 routine7/21/2009
  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 exercise7/19/2009
  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 ...
Supplements7/18/2009
  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 trainer7/15/2009
  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 Training7/10/2009
  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 Shoes7/9/2009
  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 nap7/5/2009
  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 muscles7/1/2009
  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 muscles6/30/2009
  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 muscles6/29/2009
  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 ...
workouts6/23/2009
  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 workout6/21/2009
  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 ...
Snarl6/18/2009
  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 fat6/16/2009
  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 routine6/11/2009
  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 Toning6/9/2009
  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 strength6/7/2009
  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 exersise6/5/2009
  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 intake6/4/2009
  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 weight6/4/2009
  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 gain5/28/2009
  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 building5/26/2009
  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 baths5/23/2009
  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 butt5/22/2009
  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 area5/21/2009
  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 plan5/15/2009
  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 Pressing5/14/2009
  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 ...
Exercise5/11/2009
  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" necessarry5/10/2009
  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 training4/29/2009
  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 Shape4/29/2009
  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. ...
Weights4/28/2009
  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 question4/23/2009
  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 ...
Supplements4/23/2009
  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 exercise4/21/2009
  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 fast4/18/2009
  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 size4/17/2009
  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 fast4/17/2009
  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 down4/16/2009
  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 training4/15/2009
  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 wondering4/14/2009
  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 weights4/10/2009
  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 elbows4/8/2009
  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 sports4/3/2009
  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 Supplements4/2/2009
  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 Bath3/30/2009
  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 gut3/20/2009
  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 Powder3/17/2009
  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 donut3/16/2009
  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 training3/14/2009
  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 weights3/12/2009
  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 ...
supplements3/9/2009
  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 IRON3/7/2009
  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 routine3/6/2009
  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 routine3/6/2009
  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 Plan3/4/2009
  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 schedule3/3/2009
  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 ...
stretching2/27/2009
  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 maintence2/27/2009
  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 up2/25/2009
  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 back2/22/2009
  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 gain2/20/2009
  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/Aerobics2/20/2009
  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 bar2/19/2009
  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 ups2/17/2009
  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 loss2/16/2009
  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 Prees2/16/2009
  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 ...
food2/16/2009
  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 ups2/15/2009
  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 ...
Areola2/10/2009
  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 Growth2/10/2009
  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 men2/9/2009
  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 ups2/8/2009
  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 routine2/3/2009
  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 chest1/31/2009
  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 chest1/31/2009
  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 Workout1/29/2009
  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 Stepper1/26/2009
  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 muscle1/23/2009
  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 muscles1/22/2009
  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 muscles1/21/2009
  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 muscles1/21/2009
  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 ...
disbalance1/21/2009
  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 reps1/20/2009
  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 ...
disbalance1/20/2009
  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 ...
disbalance1/19/2009
  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 Loss1/19/2009
  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 & Sleep1/19/2009
  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/better1/18/2009
  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 ...
tips1/17/2009
  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 ...
tips1/17/2009
  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-OT1/17/2009
  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 ...
tips1/16/2009
  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 diet1/16/2009
  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 ratio1/14/2009
  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 injury1/13/2009
  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 ...
cardio1/13/2009
  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 ...
situps1/11/2009
  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 ups1/11/2009
  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 routine1/10/2009
  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 question1/9/2009
  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. ...
situps1/8/2009
  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 ...
Weightlifting1/8/2009
  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 ...
squats1/7/2009
  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 ...
diet1/6/2009
  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 workout1/6/2009
  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, ...
walking1/5/2009
  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 me1/5/2009
  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 Recovery1/4/2009
  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 ...
Supplements1/2/2009
  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 weight12/15/2008
  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 Excercise12/11/2008
  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 ...
biceps12/8/2008
  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 shift12/8/2008
  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 shape12/7/2008
  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 training12/6/2008
  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 ...
supplements12/3/2008
  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 Injury12/2/2008
  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 ...
overexercising12/1/2008
  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 211/30/2008
  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 ...
overexercising11/30/2008
  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 ...
Abs11/29/2008
  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 211/28/2008
  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 211/28/2008
  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 muscle11/24/2008
  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 running11/21/2008
  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 out11/16/2008
  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 Powder11/14/2008
  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 question11/13/2008
  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 eating11/12/2008
  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 building11/11/2008
  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 gain11/10/2008
  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. ...
height11/10/2008
  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 route11/7/2008
  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 proteins11/5/2008
  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 shape11/4/2008
  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 ...
Protein11/4/2008
  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 shape11/4/2008
  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 weakness11/1/2008
  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 out10/30/2008
  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 Gym10/25/2008
  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 ...
Food10/22/2008
  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 order10/21/2008
  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 order10/20/2008
  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 routine10/16/2008
  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 Workout10/15/2008
  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 2wice10/14/2008
  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 training10/13/2008
  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 out10/9/2008
  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/weightlifting10/8/2008
  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 loss10/2/2008
  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 weights9/30/2008
  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 abs9/29/2008
  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 supplements9/27/2008
  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 ...
HGH9/27/2008
  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 ...
HGH9/27/2008
  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 reduction9/26/2008
  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 ...
HGH9/25/2008
  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 Question9/18/2008
  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 running9/14/2008
  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 running9/13/2008
  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 growth9/9/2008
  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 exercising9/7/2008
  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 training9/6/2008
  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 loss9/4/2008
  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 ...
question9/4/2008
  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 shrugs9/2/2008
  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 ...
question9/2/2008
  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 exercise8/29/2008
  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 exercise8/29/2008
  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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