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| High school strength training | 10/21/2009 |
Q: Hey, I am a female high school track and field thrower. I throw shot put and discus for my high ...
A: I don't create programs for HS students through this service, I do that pretty much on a one-to-one ...
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| Weight Training | 10/21/2009 |
Q: So I began taking my highschool football career a lot more serious this year. After seeing others on ...
A: In short, read my free articles & guides on my site, http://asapworkouts.com. The ASAP Way is a good ...
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| Good Workout? | 10/17/2009 |
Q: i have a 14 year old son who is a hardgainer. i want to know if this is a good workout for him: ...
A: There is no direction with this program: how long it needs to last, how much weight in terms of ...
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| weightlifting to gain speed | 10/15/2009 |
Q: I play soccer, and my endurance is very good but I lack sprinting speed and agility. I realize I ...
A: It's a combination of weights & specific speed workouts that will get you faster, not just one or ...
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| run/walk | 10/10/2009 |
Q: I am wondering what you would suggest, no in terms of a schedule or anything, but in terms of what ...
A: Walking would be better and lower impact for you, as running would cause a lot of stress and ...
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| Break From Training | 9/8/2009 |
Q: I'm 18 years old and have been weight training for about a year and a half. For about a month or ...
A: You simply are doing way too much without any rest. Even cardio days aren't 'easy' on the body if ...
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| Calories burned during weight training | 8/19/2009 |
Q: How do I calculate how many calories I am burning while I am weight lifting, lets say I am doing ...
A: As far as I know, there really isn't a way to measure calories burned during a weight training ...
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| Help!!! | 8/17/2009 |
Q: My name is Andrew Magana. i am 18 years old and i am about 230 lbs. i am looking to lose weight. i ...
A: The tube is probably too short/small for you. A longer one that perhaps comes with a door ...
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| weightloss | 7/31/2009 |
Q: I have been working out for 2 yrs and hit a wall!I did 1hr of cardio 3x a week.In the last month and ...
A: If you are going by scale weight alone, it is probably misleading you into thinking it is a 'bad ...
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| Sprinting vs Jogging | 7/14/2009 |
Q: If you are a fast sprinter but do some long distance running just to build endurance and get in ...
A: Yes there is, its due to specificity of training. If you do a mix of speed/sprint training and long ...
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| pre workout nap | 7/5/2009 |
Q: Rick is a pre workout nap of say 2 hrs ok? thanks, John K.
A: I really don't think there's any major benefit from it. This is one of those things that sound ...
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| Strength Training | 6/30/2009 |
Q: Is the level of soreness the day after a work out an accurate gauge for determining how productive ...
A: Soreness indicators will vary from workout to workout, and they are by no means a 'sure-fire gauge' ...
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| Gains Tapering Off | 5/22/2009 |
Q: I'll just get right into it.. I've been lifting for years now mostly to improve my performance in ...
A: Well, to fully answer this, I'd have to know more about what your workouts have been like in the ...
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| No Pain, No Gain | 5/21/2009 |
Q: Is the No Pain, No Gain statement true? I heard that we should lift weights until it hurts, and ...
A: The no pain, no gain statement is partly myth and partly fact. There will be some discomfort, but ...
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| Help with my son for football | 4/29/2009 |
Q: My son will next year be going up from modified (7th and 8th grade) to Varsity (9th-12th grade) for ...
A: Not to sound discouraging, but I am not keen on giving advice for gaining weight in athletes, simply ...
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| Switching between weights and bodyweight | 3/9/2009 |
Q: Ive trained with weights and mixed in some bodyweight exercises since I was 13 with GREAT results ...
A: Shouldn't be a major issue here for you, as switching up your exercise routine like this is an okay ...
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| weight lifitng and flexibility issues on technique | 3/9/2009 |
Q: I have some kids in my weight lifting class that have a problem with technique when it comes to the ...
A: Perhaps some of these kids just aren't adequately strong enough to try the different versions of ...
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| Growth Plates | 3/5/2009 |
Q: my name is James Peck. I am 15 years old, and have been weight lifting off and on for a few years. ...
A: You shouldn't be worried about breaking any growth plates, as that is just a myth & a statement made ...
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| exersices | 3/2/2009 |
Q: hey rick i have a question what can i do if i want to become stronger and agile with my movements ...
A: Well Chris, I have just the site for you & your coach, too, that I created after getting a lot of ...
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| Permement love handles | 3/1/2009 |
Q: I have developed permanent love handles by picking heavy weights in dumbbell side bends. It has ...
A: I still attest to the fact that there is no such thing as permanent love handles. This author you ...
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| Permement love handles | 3/1/2009 |
Q: I have developed permanent love handles by picking heavy weights in dumbbell side bends. It has ...
A: Please re-read my comment: I didn't say to altogether quit strength training for good, but perhaps ...
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| Permement love handles | 2/28/2009 |
Q: I have developed permanent love handles by picking heavy weights in dumbbell side bends. It has ...
A: Well, if you want to lose muscle mass, don't do as much strength training overall. If you are ...
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| arm curls | 2/26/2009 |
Q: rick i am doing arms curls every other day, i can do 3 sets of 12 with a 20lbs dumbell on each arm ...
A: If all you are doing is arm curls, I'm afraid you're missing out on training the rest of the body so ...
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| Youth weightlifting | 2/24/2009 |
Q: Rick, I have a son who has just turned 12. Some of his friends 12 and 13 year olds have begun ...
A: Well, the current & newer research is showing the old myths of strength training for kids tend to be ...
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| working out | 2/23/2009 |
Q: I am currently trying to get more fit for ROTC and I am doing well with most of it, I just always ...
A: The solution probably isn't in the area of a specific exercise for the abs, but in the entire scope ...
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| Cardio vs. "Fat Burn" | 2/14/2009 |
Q: I was wondering if you could answer a question regarding the difference between having a heart rate ...
A: The shorter & faster workouts would speed up your metabolism more, moreso AFTER the workout. The ...
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| Treadmill, Stepper, Stationary bike? | 2/12/2009 |
Q: I am 20 years old, 5'5" and 115 lbs. I have extremely thin 'chicken' legs, (most of my weight seems ...
A: You are better off purchasing free weights, such as a dumbbell and/or barbell set, as you'll have ...
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| Treadmill, Stepper, Stationary bike? | 2/12/2009 |
Q: I am 20 years old, 5'5" and 115 lbs. I have extremely thin 'chicken' legs, (most of my weight seems ...
A: Neither of them. All 3 are considered to be cardiovascular exercise machines, not strength training ...
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| Heart Rate | 2/8/2009 |
Q: I am doing a project on how physical and mental activity affect the heart rate for my biology class ...
A: Here are my answers: Do you think a persons heart rate is affected more by physical or mental ...
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| Drinking proteins shakes after a run? | 1/31/2009 |
Q: Karboviak, I am currently trying to increase my muscle mass, tone my muscles and shed some layers ...
A: A protein shake after a run shouldn't be a problem, since it will help out with muscle recovery, ...
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| 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: Honestly, I don't think its going to do much of anything. Your body can only take in so much ...
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| JrHigh weightlifting | 1/26/2009 |
Q: I would like to know what guidelines are out there for JrHigh weightlifting? Such as weights ...
A: You have a lot of questions here, so I'll try to be short & to the point. Unfortunately, there ...
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| ho to build muscles in a short time | 1/17/2009 |
Q: I am a 36 year old, normal built, 6.1 feet (185 cm) tall, 85kg my weight, smoker(15-20 cigarets per ...
A: Well, for starters, I would quit the habit of smoking before you worry about muscle building. If ...
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| 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've seen the Max-OT programs in the past, and they are more about vanity/appearance than about ...
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| pushups/situps routine | 1/17/2009 |
Q: i have recently begun a daily (or almost daily) workout routine. i have no equipment or weights so i ...
A: Yes, soldiers train with push-ups, but they aren't out to win any bodybuilding contests, either, nor ...
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| pushups/situps routine | 1/17/2009 |
Q: i have recently begun a daily (or almost daily) workout routine. i have no equipment or weights so i ...
A: For the goals you are seeking, push-ups & sit-ups alone won't do a whole lot for you. I would ...
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| Protein | 1/16/2009 |
Q: Pleaaase help me gain weight and get a six pack!! Just kidding. Recently a friend and I got into a ...
A: Well, for all I know for simplicity's sake is that your body only needs so much protein, and any ...
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| body building | 1/14/2009 |
Q: I am 21 years old and have a regular work out/lifting schedule everyday, but it is just something ...
A: My advice is probably what you aren't searching for, but it explains why I don't like the ...
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| Pec soreness | 1/12/2009 |
Q: I have a problem with my pecs being sore. I am 31 years old, been working out since I was 20, but ...
A: Well, I would back off all that volume first of all, no wonder you are so sore in your chest with ...
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| Pec soreness | 1/9/2009 |
Q: I have a problem with my pecs being sore. I am 31 years old, been working out since I was 20, but ...
A: Brad, What else are you doing in your workouts, is about the only question I can return to you. ...
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| question | 1/5/2009 |
Q: I am a personal trainer at our local ymca. And i work with a bigger number of people and i am ...
A: Well, I don't see how a squat can inhibit a swimmer, whether it's front or back. What the 50M & ...
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| i have some confusion regarding my schedule. | 1/5/2009 |
Q: i am abhishek, 22, i have some confusion regarding my exercise schedule. Until 2 weeks ago i used to ...
A: Well, at first glance, your strategy is confusing to figure out. 2 weeks ago you did this, 2 months ...
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| Am I working out too much? | 1/3/2009 |
Q: I will start the cardio tomm. since i think i tore something in the joint area of my left arm a ...
A: Submax workouts are one of the safer & more effective workouts out there, because they have a ...
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| Am I working out too much? | 1/2/2009 |
Q: I will start the cardio tomm. since i think i tore something in the joint area of my left arm a ...
A: Not sure on the guitar thing, although I think in general you were simply doing too much exercise ...
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| Am i working out too much? | 1/1/2009 |
Q: i was wondering if i'm working out too much/too long. I do 80min cardio sessions on a stationary ...
A: Wow, you are really working out more than you need to. 400-480 minutes of cardio per week is ...
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| Multi-discipline | 12/31/2008 |
Q: I'm 23 y/o, and have been doing Hatha Yoga, martial arts, and weight training for 6 years now. In ...
A: I think your main issue here is Recovery: you simply aren't getting quality recovery with that much ...
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| gaining weight | 12/30/2008 |
Q: I am 23 female. I weigh 146 I went jogging the first night and lost 3 pounds the second night I ...
A: Your weight can fluctuate by 2-4 pounds just due to water retention & waste in your body. It is ...
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| Lose fat build muscle strenght and size | 12/29/2008 |
Q: Hey Rick Is there anyway i can burn fat efficiently while weight training and still build muscle ...
A: Well, I can't really answer your question if I don't have a completed picture of your workout plan. ...
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| question | 12/28/2008 |
Q: I am a personal trainer at our local ymca. And i work with a bigger number of people and i am ...
A: Well, the needs of a swimmer and a bodybuilder are about as different as Mars is from Venus. ...
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| Muscle Growth | 12/17/2008 |
Q: I am just a beginner in body building. My age is 21 yrs. height 5.6 and weight is 60kgs. I just want ...
A: Well, lets start with #1: 1. Don't worry about increasing weight so much. Worry more about ...
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| weight gain | 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: Well, for starters, the thing that stuck out for me is how you rarely eat breakfast. Its no wonder ...
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| strength training for arms | 11/30/2008 |
Q: I have been working out for about a year now.I work out 4 times a week.I have a smaller build 5,6 ...
A: Yes, you still need to balance things out more. Now from what you've mentioned, you aren't giving a ...
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| strength training for arms | 11/30/2008 |
Q: I have been working out for about a year now.I work out 4 times a week.I have a smaller build 5,6 ...
A: Soreness does not equal instant muscle growth, so don't be searching for soreness to indicate the ...
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| Sport workout and other | 11/28/2008 |
Q: hey Rick i have a question lets say when you do bicep curls and you feel the pump and feel as you ...
A: Training to failure is training to fail. Simply put, by focusing on failure as an end-result of ...
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| Muscle Growth | 11/26/2008 |
Q: I am just a beginner in body building. My age is 21 yrs. height 5.6 and weight is 60kgs. I just want ...
A: 1. No, ab work doesn't affect chest muscle growth. 2. Jogging, by & of itself, does not improve ...
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| 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, Walking alone won't do it for you. The amount of calories you burn is minimal for the mass ...
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| How do i get smaller calfs | 11/14/2008 |
Q: I joined a gym about 6 months ago and i have been working out in the gym approx 4 nites per week but ...
A: That 'toning up' thing with the incline rate is a myth, I'm sorry to say. As for your other ...
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| How do i get smaller calfs | 11/13/2008 |
Q: I joined a gym about 6 months ago and i have been working out in the gym approx 4 nites per week but ...
A: I think the high incline on the treadmill could be causing your calves to increase in size. ...
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| Pull Ups | 10/29/2008 |
Q: , First of all I'm 19, male, weight 75kg and height 5ft 4in. The problem is that I cannot do a ...
A: You can buy the "Iron Gym" door attachment device for around $30, which you can easily save up for. ...
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| 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: My initial thoughts are that for around $500 or less, you can equip yourself with enough basic stuff ...
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| Stomach fat | 10/10/2008 |
Q: i am looking for the quickest way to burn stomach fat and get rid of my gut? Im not good at sticking ...
A: It sounds to me that dieting should be your main concern first, since if you are relying on running ...
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| 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: I don't advise on supplements because I feel they are more of a detriment to the field, than they ...
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| Youth fitness/diet program | 9/22/2008 |
Q: Rick, My son is 13 yrs old; 5'8; 90 lbs. soaking wet. He plays baseball competitively and is very ...
A: My best advice is to seek someone out locally to assist you & your son. I wouldn't get too worried ...
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| Leg strength, Arm Strength and Core Strength. | 9/11/2008 |
Q: I've got a couple of questions for you, I play baseball here... (here meaning Australia) and I'm a ...
A: Dean, Part of your low endurance & energy could be due to the diet you're on, the high protein/low ...
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| fasted state for fat burn | 9/8/2008 |
Q: I am a 36 year old male who is "skinny fat" thanks to poor diet and lack of control around beer, I ...
A: I will try to answer in the a, b, c fashion... a) Fasting varies from person to person. Just ...
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| Muscle development | 8/19/2008 |
Q: I am a 17 years old male and I have been trying to gain some muscle on my abs, my chest and my arms ...
A: Here are my answers: 1. No, situps & pushups alone will not get what you want. You have to train ...
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| Plyometrics for a 15 year old- is it appropriate? | 8/18/2008 |
Q: My 15 year old son is an extremely dedicated basketball player. He is 6' 140 lbs. He is always ...
A: I'm not much into plyometric-only programs, as the sport of basketball is more about speed/agility ...
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| training | 7/27/2008 |
Q: my name is Erik and im 20 years old. I am a division 1 baseball athlete and i have been trying to ...
A: There are no specific exercises that will spot-reduce any area, it just takes patience, time, and a ...
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| I have described everything in details what I am really concerned about | 7/10/2008 |
Q: I know that you don't give programs due to the fact that you have to see me, but, I think I have ...
A: Your strength training needs the most rest time, such as 3x/week, Mon-Wed-Fri. On your strength ...
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| I have described everything in details what I am really concerned about | 7/9/2008 |
Q: I know that you don't give programs due to the fact that you have to see me, but, I think I have ...
A: I will try to answer some of your questions here and suggest a few things for each section you gave. ...
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| i lift heavy weights over my shoulders will it stunt mygrowth? | 6/29/2008 |
Q: .. i know this is one of the most common questions abt wtlifting but im a little worried... i ...
A: Well, the only thing you have to do is keep safety in mind. If your muscles start failing, be smart ...
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| i lift heavy weights over my shoulders will it stunt mygrowth? | 6/29/2008 |
Q: .. i know this is one of the most common questions abt wtlifting but im a little worried... i ...
A: Your height is determined by your genetics, it cannot be influenced either way by strength training. ...
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| bicep curls | 6/25/2008 |
Q: Rick i stopped going to the gym because i got a job and i am too busy to go to the gym most of the ...
A: Well, in all honesty, you won't build much of anything to speak of, if all you do with your ...
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| Upper/Lower body workouts | 6/24/2008 |
Q: What is the best way to do an upper/lower split in 3 days per week, in about 30 minutes per workout, ...
A: I see your concerns greatly, as I used to be in the gym setting quite often in my full-time training ...
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| Gym and Exercise | 6/16/2008 |
Q: I started to work out at a gym four months ago and have started to notice good changes regarding my ...
A: Well, I'm not one to say you need X amount of minutes per day and so many days per week to keep ...
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| supplement | 6/12/2008 |
Q: are there any side effects or long term effects i should be concerned about? thanks
A: I wouldn't take these supplements, and focus more on your entire diet consisting of more whole foods ...
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| Do you think i would be ok with 140 grams of protein a day instead of 160 grs. of protein a day? | 6/6/2008 |
Q: I would like to know if a person who doesn't train his whole body needs 1 gram of protein per lb. I ...
A: No, like I said, if you eat more whole foods, your protein needs will be met and you won't have to ...
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| I don't train my whole body. Do i need 1 gram of protein per lb. of bodyweight? | 6/5/2008 |
Q: I would like to know if a person who doesn't train his whole body needs 1 gram of protein per lb. I ...
A: Juan, The 1 gram per pound thing seems to be a contrived myth to me, mostly created by the fitness ...
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| Total Body Workouts vs Splits | 6/4/2008 |
Q: First, thanks for your time. It's appreciated. I just have a quick question for you! I've been ...
A: Total body workouts are workouts meant to work your entire body, instead of following the body part ...
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| Chest and Back Workout | 6/3/2008 |
Q: how do Bench Presses and Flys differ? how do i do a Bent over row properly? i can do a lat pulldown ...
A: A bench press is a pressing action, while fly's are mostly a pulling type of action with the chest. ...
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| Displays | 6/3/2008 |
Q: Rick I have a newer treadmill and stationary bike from Sears. Are the clories burnt displays ...
A: It all depends on a few things: Some machines will have an 'average' factor of 150 pounds of ...
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| Adding mass | 5/25/2008 |
Q: I'm a young man (21), and average height (5'10"). At the moment my muscles are strong but don't look ...
A: Nick, You should feel tired, but not totally fatigued & wasted at the end of each set. One of the ...
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| adding cardio to my routine | 5/20/2008 |
Q: Mr. Karboviak, I guess I should give you some background first. I am 29 years old and have been ...
A: As for your first question, there is no definite answer to it, but I would suggest doing any cardio ...
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| plyometrics for older guys | 5/17/2008 |
Q: Rick I have recently discovered plyometrics may be helpfull for atheletes in team sports to get more ...
A: I'm not entirely convinced on adding jump training to a workout routine for just recreational ...
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| Football Training | 5/17/2008 |
Q: Hey Rick I am now going into my senior year of football in highschool. I started at middle ...
A: Luke, most of my 'pointers' on training in general can be found in my free guide on my website, ...
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| Weights and Tension | 5/7/2008 |
Q: Ive been taking part in a weightlifting regimen and have found as always that between workouts not ...
A: It depends on many factors: are you new to strength training? Are you resting enough in between ...
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| neural training | 4/23/2008 |
Q: Do the following sets, reps and exercises (when done with appropriate weight)promote a good neural ...
A: Well, I'm still confused on the concept of training the nerves, because you train the muscles ...
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| neural training | 4/23/2008 |
Q: Do the following sets, reps and exercises (when done with appropriate weight)promote a good neural ...
A: I'm not familiar with this 'neural training' concept. From what I understand, you train the muscles ...
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| weight gain | 4/16/2008 |
Q: going into the offseason i have 8-10 weeks to get from 13 stone 5 pounds to as close to 14-15 stonne ...
A: Sorry, there's no way I can fortune-tell you how much fat you will gain, and I'm also not familiar ...
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| abs | 4/16/2008 |
Q: How do you work out the middle set of abs? I have been doing crunches and leg lifts and seen good ...
A: There is no separation of the top, mid, or bottom portion of your abs. Anatomically, they all flex ...
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| Weightlifting | 4/15/2008 |
Q: I am doing bench press, curls, close-grip bench, military press, and rows three sets a piece three ...
A: Well, your body composition comes into the picture as well, if you are looking at 'toning' (I hate ...
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| An Important Matter! | 4/13/2008 |
Q: Hey Rick. Its Muhammad again. My religion is Islam and sometime this year we will be fasting for a ...
A: With a religious fast, it is very hard to not lose weight during that time, due to the drastic ...
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| Weight Training | 4/12/2008 |
Q: I lifted all through high-school and some college, but i stopped for a few years and just got back ...
A: Don't worry about getting a certain # of grams of protein each day, these are moot issues that the ...
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| creatien and protein | 4/11/2008 |
Q: Just a few questions. I'm thinking of buying some whey protein and creatine. will it be OK to take ...
A: I wouldn't take either of them, as I believe they are wastes of money. If you are looking to them ...
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| exercise | 4/4/2008 |
Q: I had a baby about five months ago, and gained a whopping sixty five pounds during my pregnancy. ...
A: Abby, Most of your questions could be answered or attended to, in my free guide, The Mini-Max ...
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| Getting rid of stubborn fat | 4/4/2008 |
Q: I was woundering if I did 30 minutes of interval cardio 6 times a week, would that help me in losing ...
A: That diet should do it for you, I think. I don't recommend supplements or any of that garbage. I ...
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| legs | 4/3/2008 |
Q: I have severley flat feet and wear orthotics. I am a 22 year old male. I was wondering, i have ...
A: If all you are doing for your legs are calf raises, you are missing a lot from your workout, ...
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| Getting rid of stubborn fat | 3/29/2008 |
Q: About two years ago I was overweight, decided to lose weight. I lost 24.5 Kgs in 6 months. I was ...
A: My feelings are you might be doing too much arm work, so your quality of work is getting less & less ...
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| Gaining muscle | 3/28/2008 |
Q: Exactly how do you build more muscle? Because i always do 3 reps of 10-12 but i do not see my arms ...
A: I would focus on one, and then the other. If I were to suggest which one would be first, I'd go ...
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| Gaining muscle | 3/27/2008 |
Q: Exactly how do you build more muscle? Because i always do 3 reps of 10-12 but i do not see my arms ...
A: The sets & reps schematic of a workout is only a small part of the entire picture of building muscle ...
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| Whey Protien and NO Xplode | 3/26/2008 |
Q: My son is currently a sophmore in high school and played varsity football this year. He wants to be ...
A: Unfortunately, your son has fallen victim to probably both peer pressure of teammates, & successful ...
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| love handles | 3/26/2008 |
Q: my abs and love handles are looking good , but i have like love handles but not by my side kinda ...
A: One exercise alone won't get rid of love handles, you can't spot reduce from just one area with 1-2 ...
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| mass in legs | 3/25/2008 |
Q: up until recently i'd been doin squats with heavy sets about 3 sets of about 8-10 reps. but now ...
A: A 1-leg squat should offer plenty of challenges for you, the "pistol" kind of squat. You could also ...
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| weight training and cardio | 3/25/2008 |
Q: When I'm doing weight training and cardio in one trip to the gym which is best to do first and why?
A: I always suggest doing the strength training first, so you have your most energy to submit for your ...
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| wrestling/football | 3/11/2008 |
Q: is there any correlation between football and wrestling? I am just wondering about the benefits of ...
A: It depends on your position, of course. The running back is trying to run away, the defender is ...
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| running shoes | 3/10/2008 |
Q: Rick I enjoy running and I find it helps me to keep my weight down,along with a healthy diet. I find ...
A: Bud, I feel you might just have to bite the bullet & go out & try on a few pairs, as that's the best ...
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| Cardio/Weights for fat loss and muscle tone | 3/10/2008 |
Q: I am 5'6'' and weigh about 190lbs. and am looking for a routine that would help me burn fat and tone ...
A: In short, check out my free guide, the Mini-Max Method. It is a short & simple guide to help you ...
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| Question about how much weight I should be lifting. | 3/8/2008 |
Q: I have been inactive for quite some time and recently got back into a fitness routine, my goals ...
A: One of the biggest fears of females is lifting 'too heavy' because they are afraid that heavy = more ...
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| gaining endurance | 3/5/2008 |
Q: I've been running for about 2 years now, and I can never seem to get past side stitches after about ...
A: Well, the one thing that sticks out to me is taking protein 30-60 minutes prior. Not all of it is ...
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| spin cycle? | 3/3/2008 |
Q: I have a friend that keeps in shape at a spin class. I was thinking of going,but we recently ...
A: I don't think it has to be too complicated here, just ride as normal, and use the resistance knob to ...
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| healthy workout when in gym | 3/3/2008 |
Q: i joined a gym about 2 weeks ago and started a low calorie diet and i drink nothing but water how ...
A: Well, I really can't honestly tell you how long it will take, because I have no idea where you are ...
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| Quick muscle mass with no cheating | 2/24/2008 |
Q: I'm 30 in May and want to look well built and healthy. I go to the gym 3 x a week and eat a low fat ...
A: Well any 'look' you want is not going to ideally just happen in a few months. Without knowing more ...
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| Ab training | 2/21/2008 |
Q: I was told by a gym instructor that it's fine to do crunches/sit ups every single day but am unsure ...
A: Well, I've done it both ways: hundreds of ab reps for 5-6 days/week, and also with just abs only ...
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| exercise | 2/13/2008 |
Q: please my friend help me....I am a venezuelan 1.93 m, and 118 kg. I have no time to do aerobics ...
A: No, this won't do you any good if you do the same thing every single day, as your body will adapt to ...
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| Failure.. | 2/11/2008 |
Q: Hey man! I asked you about overtraining a few months ago. Thanks for the advice! (I dont know how to ...
A: Well, I'm pretty firm in my stance on not training to failure. Ever since I've promoted this method ...
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| not in shape | 2/10/2008 |
Q: I'm 18 years old 5'10 and weight 202 pounds i want to start body building but just to get in shape ...
A: Jacob, There is no magic number of pounds of muscle to gain in order to 'get in shape'. There also ...
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| Weight lifting | 2/2/2008 |
Q: I have a 16 year old son, 5-9, 175# and in good condition. He has been running (30-min @ 150 bpm) ...
A: At 16, and his active history, he should be able to handle heavier weights, with adequate rests ...
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| Abs | 2/1/2008 |
Q: For the longest time i have been working my abs very quickley with crazy amounts of reps(800) I ...
A: You won't lose the quickness, and in fact, you don't gain any 'quickness in your punch' by doing ...
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| Weightlifting football | 1/29/2008 |
Q: My son is trying out for football and going to weight training he is having trouble getting the rdl ...
A: Does he have a coach or trainer to assist him in proper form during his sessions? If so, they ...
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| chest muscle | 1/27/2008 |
Q: hey Rick. im 17 yo, 6 ' 1 and weigh 140. iv been going to the gym for about half a year now. iv ...
A: Well, the most glaring thing is over-working your chest already, that's what could be inhibiting ...
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| shoulder pain | 1/24/2008 |
Q: I have been using a bench press for about 6 months.i started out benching around 70 lbs and now my ...
A: My only inclination as to what's affecting this is the amount of rest in-between sets on your 3 sets ...
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| working out outside gym | 1/23/2008 |
Q: i have been workout to build muscle for about 4 years now. i am currently studying in australia and ...
A: Take this as an opportunity for a 2 week break from your normal workouts. You could still workout ...
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| Trying to Get Back in Softball Shape | 1/19/2008 |
Q: Hey Rick, I'm 42 just starting to workout again to get back to playing fast-pitch softball. I'm ...
A: Toney, I think what you are doing is a good start to helping you lose weight safely. With a busy ...
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| rear | 1/18/2008 |
Q: i have a rather flat butt..... i heard that exercise can make it rounder and more in shape... but ...
A: I have no idea what to expect here, nor would anyone else. There are no magic workouts or formulas ...
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| Muscle Tension Related to Weight Lifting | 1/18/2008 |
Q: I have just started going back to the gym after about a year's lapse two weeks ago. My purpose is to ...
A: Try stretching at night-time, very light stretches, not to any points of pain in the stretch itself. ...
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| rear | 1/17/2008 |
Q: i have a rather flat butt..... i heard that exercise can make it rounder and more in shape... but ...
A: Exercise will help bring about its natural shape. That's the best I can explain it. Genetics is a ...
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| Lighten Up or Take a Break | 1/16/2008 |
Q: Hey Man I will try to get this as specific as I can so its easy to answer. I have follwed a ...
A: Take a week off, and re-strategize. Some quick tidbits for you from my experience: 1. A common ...
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| Gym Workout | 1/5/2008 |
Q: Happy New Year by the way. I have been visiting the gym now for around 4 months solid, that means ...
A: First, congrats on the success of sticking to an exercise plan for yourself. The 'belly' area is ...
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| Weight | 1/1/2008 |
Q: Rick I am very concerned about my weight. Since September I have been doing 45 minutes to an hour of ...
A: Your best solution to this is to get your body fat % measured somehow, either by a trainer, or you ...
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| where to start | 12/19/2007 |
Q: To start out I realize that i need to eat healthfully as well as exercise to loose weight. Here ...
A: Ann, It would take many an email, going back & forth, to fully answer your questions here. I will ...
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| Fitness training | 12/14/2007 |
Q: im in 12th grade, and i am thinking of becoming a fitness trainer. My question is, are there any ...
A: I'd suggest getting a bachelor's degree in Exercise Science, these are usually under the Physical ...
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| Football Training | 12/14/2007 |
Q: My son 14 has trained starting when he was 12 with situp300/pushups300/running,,and progressed his ...
A: Sorry I misinterpreted the question. I guess I can only add this, and I don't want to sound ...
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| Football Training | 12/13/2007 |
Q: My son 14 has trained starting when he was 12 with situp300/pushups300/running,,and progressed his ...
A: Just feed him normal food, the supplements are very questionable, especially the ones you mentioned, ...
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| muscle growth | 12/12/2007 |
Q: I have been lifting for 5 months and i still see no improvement or difference.
A: Well Sandra, I can't really answer your question without knowing at all what you have been doing for ...
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| Wide Grip Chins | 12/11/2007 |
Q: Hey Rick, i seen that you dont answer kid questions.. well im 19 and about average 6'0 150lbs i have ...
A: There are no average heights/weights out there for any age that I've seen. You also have to factor ...
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| pre cardio | 12/7/2007 |
Q: im cory . I usually wake up at 5:30 and do sprints, should I eat anything before that and what ...
A: What you're doing is fine. If you feel you need to eat anything, make it a light meal of 200-300 ...
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| weight training for baseball | 12/6/2007 |
Q: my name is zach, i am 18 and currently training for the upcoming varsity baseball season. i was ...
A: Look at http://bearpowered.com for a site on a bare-bones, basic approach for speed development. I ...
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| what would be the best way to bulk? | 11/27/2007 |
Q: For the past three years i have worked out by dividing my body into two groups. For example ...
A: The best way to bulk up is two-fold: Eating more, & resting more. Its the only way the body grows, ...
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| effect of gym on height | 11/26/2007 |
Q: sir i need your help as soon as possible. Iam 15 years old and my height is 6"3. I want to join gym ...
A: Sorry, but strength training does not stunt your growth. Your body is pre-determined to grow to a ...
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| weightlifting | 11/21/2007 |
Q: Rick sorry this is richard again. I looked at my routine and decided since I workout every other ...
A: Sounds like its a strategy that should work for you, its balanced throughout the course of a week, ...
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| Rest period between workout | 11/18/2007 |
Q: How long each muscle should rest before next workout. If it still soreness ( not injure ) I should ...
A: This isn't a 'cut & dry' answer, because muscle soreness is a generic term that could mean pain for ...
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| steep stairs/too much? | 11/18/2007 |
Q: Rick, i'm sure impressed with your answers. I'm gradaully getting into shape over the last seven ...
A: Well, it wouldn't hurt at all to take breaks in-between every flight, such as a 30-45 second break, ...
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| What type of exercise | 11/16/2007 |
Q: I recently talked to you about jogging. Yesterday my dactor called me in to discuss the results of a ...
A: You're working against gravity & more natural forces being displaced on the body, thus bringing ...
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| best post workout activity | 11/13/2007 |
Q: I workout 1 hour & aerobic 30 minute in the morning. After that I drink glucose & protein. next 30 ...
A: I don't think you need to sleep after a workout, as this is not likely for most people to be able to ...
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| Treadmill or Elliptical | 11/4/2007 |
Q: I am in my sixties and looking for an exercise method of weight maintenance. I had pretty much ...
A: Most ellipticals will have an adjustable resistance, which you set to your desire, then you pedal at ...
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| Tobacco and exercise | 11/1/2007 |
Q: Hey Rick, how are you? My question concerns weightlifting and tobacco and alcohol use. Now I know ...
A: Answer: a lot. Rather than go through tons of explanations here, tobacco & alcohol affects the ...
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| Getting in shape. | 10/31/2007 |
Q: Rick, I have read about alot of your advice. and honestly, in my thoughts, I love it. So, I need ...
A: Doing so many # of any exercise per day is a recipe for stagnancy down the road. Your body will ...
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| Getting in shape. | 10/30/2007 |
Q: Rick, I have read about alot of your advice. and honestly, in my thoughts, I love it. So, I need ...
A: Dallas, Thanks for the nice comments, its good to hear that I'm reaching out to people like you in ...
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| weight gain in the wrong places! | 10/30/2007 |
Q: i am 30, 5"8 and have weighed a constant 60kg. i have always been skinny but the past few years i ...
A: If all you are doing is lifting, you won't burn off any quality amounts of body fat to notice a ...
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| alternate cardio | 10/28/2007 |
Q: Rick I am 50,I try to exercise for 30 minutes a day at a high intensity. Its starting to pat off in ...
A: There aren't many options with cardio that don't involve leg work. You can try easy & fast walking ...
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| alternate cardio | 10/27/2007 |
Q: Rick I am 50,I try to exercise for 30 minutes a day at a high intensity. Its starting to pat off in ...
A: You can try many things: An elliptical trainer Plain old stairs for a workout: sprint up 1-2 ...
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| Please help : Im Shrinking | 10/25/2007 |
Q: OK! Rick, I am having the hardest time bulking up and even keeping what ever I bulked up. LOL! ...
A: Jeff, I don't think you fully read my last email. I said to workout less in order to rest more. If ...
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| Please help : Im Shrinking | 10/24/2007 |
Q: OK! Rick, I am having the hardest time bulking up and even keeping what ever I bulked up. LOL! ...
A: Jeff, Thanks for all the details, first I will bust a few myths in brief statements for you. First, ...
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| Weightlifting Routine in question | 10/11/2007 |
Q: I'm 21 years old and i've been working out for about a year and a half straight so far and plan to ...
A: Robert, Thanks for a detailed program there, I'll do the best I can with what I can. I think ...
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| Information | 10/9/2007 |
Q: I see now people aged 17 and under arent allowed to ask questions so my son as asked me to write to ...
A: The reason I don't have questions from 17 & under is because I would get too many nonsensical ...
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| my son | 10/6/2007 |
Q: My son is 12 he weighs 163,he plays football.his max is 150pounds in bench presse.wil it effect his ...
A: This is a myth and can never be proven. Seriously, if you think about it, no one can go into the ...
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| Treadmills | 10/3/2007 |
Q: I apologize if you arnt the best person to be writing to but you seemed like the best candidate. My ...
A: Some of them may have automatic settings to go off after a certain time, because of the amount of ...
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| improving bench + power clean | 9/29/2007 |
Q: Rick, I'm going on 19 years old and Im a freshman at a junior college. After this year, I plan to ...
A: A few things first: Without knowing what you're totally doing, there's not much room to help you ...
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| Gaining weight | 9/26/2007 |
Q: hey i'm 17 years old and i just wondered...what is the quickest way to gain weight? ANSWER: It's ...
A: Guys gained weight well before creatine ever came to be. Just look at the ripped physiques of the ...
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| Gaining weight | 9/26/2007 |
Q: hey i'm 17 years old and i just wondered...what is the quickest way to gain weight?
A: It's simple, simply eat more than your body needs for a daily intake of calories. Ask any obese ...
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| twisting and bending | 9/21/2007 |
Q: Could you name for me some twisting and bending exercises?
A: Bending: Ab crunches, Good Mornings, side crunches Twisting: Standing ab twists, windmills, medicine ...
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| compound exercises | 9/19/2007 |
Q: I am 57 and I would like to spend as little time as possible on my routine by using compound ...
A: Nancy, I would focus on compound movements, such as squatting & lunging for the lower body, pushing ...
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| Weight training vs. Growth | 9/18/2007 |
Q: I've started weight training at my highschool for about 6 weeks now and I've seen improvement, thats ...
A: If strength training really stunted growth, I'd have a lot of short basketball players that I train. ...
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| what is the age limit to building broad shoulders | 9/17/2007 |
Q: this is on behalf of my daughter, 16 turning 17 this october. Since young i have never encouraged ...
A: Realistically, there is no way to 'broaden' shoulders, other than adding muscle mass to the body. ...
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| Movement Training | 9/15/2007 |
Q: I like your answer about movement exercise, using push-pull and bending and twisting exercise. could ...
A: Pushing exercises that target the chest, shoulders, & triceps are: Push-ups, chest presses, shoulder ...
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| weight lifting | 9/14/2007 |
Q: I basicly want to gain muscle so I can burn fat. Can I switch up periodically and do exercises for ...
A: Nancy, I can't really tell you what you can or cannot 'switch up' if I don't know what your plan is ...
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| weight lifting & vomiting | 9/13/2007 |
Q: I have a friend who lifts weights about 3-4 times a week, concentrating on a different part of the ...
A: The intensity with heavy leg workouts is sometimes done too heavily and extremely. I would venture ...
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| How long does it take for a teen to get big ? | 9/10/2007 |
Q: i'm a 17 yr old teen who's been going 2 the gym for the last 3-4 months.My objective is to change ...
A: I can't honestly answer this because I don't know how 'big' you are, and how much 'bigger' you want ...
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| Overdoing it? | 9/9/2007 |
Q: I am 50,about 30 pounds overweight. I got myself a good stationary bike a few weeks ago. I used to ...
A: Bud, If you aren't sore or experiencing joint/muscle problems, I don't see how you're over-doing it. ...
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| post workout | 9/7/2007 |
Q: hey, im about 142 pounds, like around 6-7% body fat. I eat about 2,500 calories a day, im about to ...
A: You'd have to compare sugar contents of the ice cream to the calories from your typical sized ...
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| Manual treadmills | 9/5/2007 |
Q: A friend wants to sell me his-almost new.He couldnt get into it. Can you run on these? Are they ...
A: As far as manual treadmills go, I'm not sure about how they work for running purposes. I know most ...
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| PUMPING IRON 2 | 9/1/2007 |
Q: Would you please tell me what it means by "your a machine"? Thanks C Barwick ANSWER: In general, ...
A: The pain is due to muscle repair from the damages caused by strength training. When muscles are put ...
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| Would i get fat if i train heavy as part of my weight loss weight training routine? | 8/28/2007 |
Q: I am trying to lose weight and i recently bought a home-gym with a basic barbell, some weight ...
A: The most sure-fire way of gaining weight is only if you eat more than you should. Even if you ...
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| Weight Lifting | 8/21/2007 |
Q: I am a 17 year year old male who has been training for 5 years, but I have a problem even though ...
A: Rylan, One glaring thing that's missing is LEG WORK. The legs make up 50-60% of your total muscle ...
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| Arms | 8/14/2007 |
Q: My right arm is larger than my left (1 inch when flexed). How can I increase the size of my left arm ...
A: John, I would test the strength of them first individually, such as doing 1 arm curls and 1 arm ...
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| side abs... | 8/13/2007 |
Q: Sir i'm Chetan from india.I'm 21 years old.I'VE been workin out on heavy weights for 3 years.i've ...
A: It isn't so much the ab exercises, its the fat loss that needs to happen, in order for you to lose ...
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| From Male 26 | 8/10/2007 |
Q: I feel my waist is very less than what it should be and also my upper portion of body does not have ...
A: I really can't tell you much on what to do here, as I have no idea how you look, nor do I know your ...
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| Loosing weight/tone body | 8/7/2007 |
Q: Karboviak, I'm 21 years old , 5'6 and weight 190. During highschool I wrestled and was 145. My body ...
A: I've already tried to answer this"In general, without knowing your past workout history and current ...
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| Loosing weight/tone body | 8/4/2007 |
Q: Karboviak, I'm 21 years old , 5'6 and weight 190. During highschool I wrestled and was 145. My body ...
A: I wouldn't worry about getting down to a certain weight, I would be focused on the appearance you'll ...
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| protein shakes | 8/3/2007 |
Q: but gag when I make protein shakes no matter what way I make them. Is there another way to consume ...
A: Cory, If your drinks call for 3 scoops, just try 1 or 2 scoops. In general, I hardly ever have ...
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| peaking during workouts | 8/3/2007 |
Q: I am a beginner, but I have been studying. Whether going for bulk or strength - let's say bulk - ...
A: Jim, I can't say whether one set to failure is like 2-3 sets of 'in the bank' style. My best ...
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| numbness during cardio | 8/2/2007 |
Q: When I do cardio, specifically the elliptical machine, after about 10 minutes I start getting ...
A: Sue, I have heard of this happening to people before. I don't know what truly causes it, or what ...
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| Pull up/Chin up bar for children | 7/29/2007 |
Q: Hope you can help! I am looking to purchase a pull up bar for my son who is 9 years old, could you ...
A: I think its way too soon at the age of 9 to worry about pull-ups from a doorway bar. I could ...
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| repetitions | 7/28/2007 |
Q: I want to add muscle and gain strength and power from weightlifting. However i have had conflicting ...
A: The lower reps/heavy weight schemes will give you more increases in strength. The 7-12 rep range ...
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| peaking during workouts | 7/27/2007 |
Q: I am a beginner, but I have been studying. Whether going for bulk or strength - let's say bulk - ...
A: Jim, Stick to the simplest plan you see in front of you. That one will be the one where you can ...
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| Pull-Ups/Shoulders | 7/27/2007 |
Q: I was wondering what's the best way to incorporate pull-ups/chinups into a workout routine, ...
A: Dave, On the pull-ups issue, just be concerned with doing 1-2 reps per set. If max-out at say, 4 ...
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| reps | 7/23/2007 |
Q: I have just started a weight training routine. I am a 17 year old malke with the goal of adding ...
A: Jake, If I were you, I'd focus on the performance aspect of strength training for sports, not just ...
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| I just need a little guidance... | 7/21/2007 |
Q: I completed my freshman year of college and have started to take a real interest in my health. I'm ...
A: Lynn, You can get a lot done at home with some dumbbells, a stability ball, and a yoga/pilates mat ...
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| Quick ab workout | 7/19/2007 |
Q: I am a 44 year-old woman who is 5' & 106 lbs. I do, however, have a pronounced belly. I've never ...
A: Lisa, In my professional opinion, the answer you are seeking does not exist. Ab exercises alone ...
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| beginning to weightlift | 7/16/2007 |
Q: Hey, I am a sophomore in college and I need to start weightlifting for my up-coming track season. My ...
A: Steven, This is a pet-peeve of mine, with coaches suggesting to athletes to gain weight, as the ...
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| Want to get fitter, increase endurance and loose fat. | 7/15/2007 |
Q: I am an 18-year old soccer player. I play either in the central midfield or defense, I have to be ...
A: Salman, I can't give you any programs since I know nothing about you, or even what you're currently ...
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| Balanced development | 7/13/2007 |
Q: Karboviak, I am currently doing weight training in order to increase strength for martial arts. ...
A: Okay, now I see what you're doing. It was 93 reps in the EDT format. ( I use EDT's principles in ...
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| Balanced development | 7/12/2007 |
Q: Karboviak, I am currently doing weight training in order to increase strength for martial arts. ...
A: I think you may be over-thinking a small thing here. I don't see how doing 93 reps of any exercise, ...
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| Getting a 6 pac | 7/12/2007 |
Q: my name is Raheem Idrees. I have a little child asking "How do you get a 6 pack & do you need ...
A: I honestly don't know where to begin on this, as I don't even know the age of your child, the ...
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| Basketball Specific Training | 7/6/2007 |
Q: I'm a 5'5, 170 lbs guard. I have some questions about the way i should praticing to "get in shape". ...
A: You shouldn't have to worry about seeing a 'basketball specific' coach for your strength training, ...
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| Cut or Bulk | 7/3/2007 |
Q: I'm 18 years old and have been bodybuilding for 3 years. Fat is my problem. It is now winter and as ...
A: Ryan, If you have really been bodybuilding, you wouldn't have gained the fat, which is why I ...
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| Height | 6/30/2007 |
Q: I just have a small question... n That is Is it true that joining gym stops the height growth ? ...
A: The answer is no, and the case in point is this: Do college football, basketball, or any other ...
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| Nutrition for fitness | 6/28/2007 |
Q: Lately I have been very dedicated to my schedule of lifting and have been looking for a little boost ...
A: Kyle, In my honest opinion, the "1g/day" advice is nothing more than a conspiracy by the supplement ...
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| Ideal Intake for a Diet/Training Regime | 6/25/2007 |
Q: Mr Karboviak, I've been on a strict training routine over the summer to improve my strength, ...
A: Chet, I don't do questions for kids under 18, and I assume that is, since you mention living with ...
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| weight lifting | 6/25/2007 |
Q: i train in the gym regularly for several years but i've been unable to increase the amount of ...
A: There could be a multitude of factors, many of which I can merely tell you they could be the reason. ...
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| Body for Life | 6/15/2007 |
Q: I just started the Body For Life weight training program after about a year and a half doing a ...
A: Dave, I did the BFL program back in college, when I thought it was all the rage in strength training ...
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| Creatine | 6/14/2007 |
Q: I am currently 37 years old and have been working out regularly for about a year now. I am in ...
A: Many times, a change in your program for maximum strength gains is the change you need. Lifting ...
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| abs and chest | 6/10/2007 |
Q: i am 13 years old i weigh about 230 lbs i am about 5'7-5'9 and i was wondering how long it would ...
A: John, I normally don't answer to 13 year olds, my profile wants those who are 18 or older. But, ...
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| triathlon | 6/9/2007 |
Q: There is a triathlon I want to do in October. It is .5 mile swim, 12 mile bike and 5K run. I run ...
A: With your first triathlon, my best advice is to think 'finish', rather than 'race'. Use the swim as ...
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| Best split | 6/4/2007 |
Q: I would like to try an upper/lower body split routine, but am not really sure as to how many ...
A: Trying a method known as EDT, or Escalating Density Training, is a much smoother, easier method to ...
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| Interesting stats | 6/1/2007 |
Q: I know I have asked about the whole split vs. full-body routine before, but there was something ...
A: Why not just keep it simpler and go by my bi-weekly method I explained? I choose not to confuse ...
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| I have a couple questions. | 6/1/2007 |
Q: I have a couple questions about a couple things and I hope you can help me with them. I'm not sure ...
A: Matt, For one, you have way too many questions that need more questions to get some solid answers. ...
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| rowing machines | 5/30/2007 |
Q: Could you please give me some information on rowing machines? On the product information, it says ...
A: The abs will help stabilize the rowing action for your body, but the rowing machine itself won't ...
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| trying to lose 4 pounds in 15 days | 5/30/2007 |
Q: whats up? i have 2 weeks until a beach vacation and i need to lose maybe 4 pounds(lower stomach and ...
A: 2 pounds a week if a safe goal in the short term. I don't know how your diet will affect this, ...
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| Losing aerobic capacity when you stop exercising between seasons | 5/29/2007 |
Q: I have a 16 year old daughter who was in excellent cardio condition after playing High School ...
A: Some research suggests it could be anywhere from 6-8 weeks to lose 25-50% of aerobic capacity. I ...
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| Losing aerobic capacity when you stop exercising between seasons | 5/29/2007 |
Q: I have a 16 year old daughter who was in excellent cardio condition after playing High School ...
A: Taking 2 weeks off is just fine, in fact, she might bounce back into better condition after an ...
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| Interesting stats | 5/25/2007 |
Q: I know I have asked about the whole split vs. full-body routine before, but there was something ...
A: Dave, It's a crap-shoot statement. I won't doubt that Alwyn fully researched it, but its basically ...
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| Updates and Questions | 5/25/2007 |
Q: Its the summer!! I work fourty hours a week as a Custodian for my college.. I've given up on the ...
A: A good source for workout programs of many kinds is at bodybuilding.com. There are mostly articles ...
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| Lifting and PFT Training | 5/20/2007 |
Q: I am a 20 year old college student, enrolled in ROTC, and a hardgainer. I've been lifting for the ...
A: You can usually run & lift on the same days. I wouldn't worry about gaining weight, as the tests ...
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| 6 week | 5/17/2007 |
Q: hi i was wondering i have a big stomach and buns and thighs in i have a wedding to attend in 6 weeks ...
A: This goal is not really attainable, you should have started with this goal at about 12-16 weeks out ...
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| Supplements | 5/17/2007 |
Q: So I am currently training for a marathon that is in June and training is going well. I am using ...
A: I think gaining weight & running a marathon are completely contradictory. Most marathoners would ...
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| Muscle gain | 5/15/2007 |
Q: I really think that my inability to really gain any muscle from my 3x week full-body training ...
A: Dave, Try a short-term focus on each goal: such as a 2 week focus on weight gain & calories, and a 2 ...
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| abs/weight gaining trouble | 5/14/2007 |
Q: I'm 18 years old and trying to sculpt my body. I take creatine, weight gainer, and plenty of ...
A: You are probably turning some weight gain into fat gain, with an increase in diet & calories. Your ...
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| Why am i not getting more muscular | 5/13/2007 |
Q: I am in 11th grade on the wrestling team and weigh about 150lbs. i workout 6 days a week and i never ...
A: Tyler, I could imagine its many things, but mainly, you could be working out too much, and not ...
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| number of sets | 5/12/2007 |
Q: I am a 57 year old x bodybuilder. I have tried many routines. I read some of your responses to ...
A: There isn't much of a difference of 3-4 sets until you start looking at the rep ranges. If you lift ...
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| Football and Wrestling | 5/11/2007 |
Q: I am a 15 year old, 145 pound freshman and I play football and I wrestle. I was wondering if you ...
A: Matt, I'm afraid I can't help you with just one email. My better suggestion is to talk to your ...
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| Over all working out plans | 5/11/2007 |
Q: I don't really have a max lift, and also I have lots of ends and outs with the majority of the ...
A: Well, honestly, if your maximum squat number is your main goal, doing extra cardio on top of the ...
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| question | 5/11/2007 |
Q: im 18. 6'1" and wiegh 165. i take creatine and whey supplements daily. i lift hard 3-4 days a week ...
A: Pat, You are probably not eating enough. The answer isn't in any certain supplement, its in your ...
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| Squatting Goals | 5/9/2007 |
Q: What is 1RM? And what kind of cardio do I need? I thought any kind basically helps.
A: 1RM is 1 rep maximum. The most weight you lift for 1 rep, as most people call 'your max'. Cardio ...
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| Squatting Goals | 5/8/2007 |
Q: Yeah, I'm not training for football although I kind of sense the coaches sort of want me to come ...
A: First, I wouldn't advise in doing the soccer team's cardio program, because its meant for preparing ...
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| Squatting Goals | 5/7/2007 |
Q: In response to your questions, I have a football work out program, where I follow that and it goes ...
A: Keep on setting the goals as you wish. If you are training for football, keep in the mind the ...
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| Squatting Goals | 5/5/2007 |
Q: I'm a weight lifter but I have no coach, currently my strongest lift is my squat. Im currently ...
A: Getting to 660 is quite the task in & of itself. Honestly, it may not be a realistic goal for you, ...
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| upper body muscles | 5/4/2007 |
Q: I'm 19 years old and started getting back into serious lifting for building mass. iv gained a lot ...
A: Bench presses, chest flies, and push-ups are good exercises for starters. In fact, just the basic ...
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| growth | 5/1/2007 |
Q: I workout everyday at the YMCA for 7 mins. I also stretch for like a min before i begin. All i do is ...
A: Andrew, I have no idea how old you are, and it sounds to me that you're under 18, in which I don't ...
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| weight-training | 4/30/2007 |
Q: I would like to tell you what my exact exercise habits are. Kindly let me know what you think of it, ...
A: I think you're doing too much cardio for starters, and that many high-intensity workouts (9, if I ...
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| Weight Loss Question | 4/30/2007 |
Q: Is losing 40-50 lbs by September 1st an unrealistic goal for a 21 year old male.
A: It depends on how much you weigh, how much muscle mass & fat mass you currently have, and what your ...
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| Exercise bikes | 4/26/2007 |
Q: I am looking into buying either an upright or recumbent exercise bike, and wanted to know your ...
A: Dave, It all depends on many things for your choice: Uprights are meant for more leaner people, ...
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| muscle tone | 4/25/2007 |
Q: I've always been active and participated in sports so weight lifting not unfamiliar to me. However, ...
A: Paul, The only 'X Factor' I can think of is either the type of cardio the 2 of you do (perhaps they ...
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| chest and ab strenghening | 4/23/2007 |
Q: hey im cory I have everything else down but these 2 things. I wanted to know with dumbells and a ...
A: Cory, Your chest can be built up in many ways, the key is variety. Look at guys in the military's ...
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| Rebound exercise | 4/23/2007 |
Q: Is it true that people can lose 150 calories by doing rebound exercise for 2 minutes? What if I ...
A: I highly doubt that claim is true. There's no way to burn that many calories in 2 minutes of work. ...
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| Too old to fly again? | 4/22/2007 |
Q: I am a 26 year old avid basketball player. Throughout high school and college I played all the time ...
A: There is a chance to get there, to your past heights, but first & foremost, you need to drop the ...
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| exercise bike | 4/21/2007 |
Q: After trying out all kinds of fitness equipment,I settled on getting a stationary bike. Is there ...
A: Brent, You could by a medicine ball and do some ab twists to work the core, some med ball shoulder ...
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| dumbell press | 4/20/2007 |
Q: My shoulders hurt when I do dumbell presses with my palms facing forward but feel good when I do ...
A: The 'palms out' position puts the rotator cuff in an awkward angle. The deltoids do a lot of work, ...
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| Mass and Toning | 4/16/2007 |
Q: Many people say that lifting less weight and working in more reps will give you the more cut look? ...
A: "Getting ripped" can happen both ways, depending on what the person's physique is like. I ...
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| Managing Heart rate | 4/16/2007 |
Q: im david, 25 years old, 5'8 and 220lbs (overweight). I have tried excercise and weightlifting on ...
A: David, Heart rates are getting to be over-rated and ineffective to go by, especially in fat-burning ...
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| Six-Pack Quezzie... | 4/15/2007 |
Q: I'm trying to grab a six-pack before the summer & would just like a little bit of free advice. I'm ...
A: Everyone's born with a six-pack, it just depends on the amount of body fat covering it up. Six-pack ...
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| ab techniques | 4/15/2007 |
Q: Yes, I have been trying to work on my body for next years swim team and I have realized that my body ...
A: Dave, I don't do fully-answered questions for those under 18. Therefore, I also don't just give out ...
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| helps | 4/14/2007 |
Q: I just turned sixteen, 110 pounds, 5'5" (Pretty small for age) (I used to work out when 15 and then ...
A: Roshan, I don't do questions for those under 18. However, I must say that strength training doesn't ...
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| Rest periods | 4/11/2007 |
Q: Karboviak, I am a beginner at weight training-the longest I've ever lifted without stopping is 9 ...
A: Chris, I would do the split routine, and rest some more time between sets. You may be rushing ...
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| 7-Keto DHEA | 4/10/2007 |
Q: I am 54,no medical problems I have tried every supplement I can find to help me lose ...
A: I don't know anything about 7 Keto DHEA, and wouldn't recommend anything else except looking at your ...
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| Strength/ Weight | 4/9/2007 |
Q: I have decided that I want to get bigger *my arms are probably only about 16-17" and I want more. ...
A: More weight does not equal bigger muscles. If that was the case, we'd incrementally get bigger as ...
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| Doctors are they too strict? | 4/8/2007 |
Q: I'm 5ft7 (generously), and 195lbs. I weight lift/ excersise 7 days a week in my college gym. I can ...
A: Andrew, A lot depends on your goals, and why your doctor believes you need to lose weight. More ...
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| Junior High Wrestler needs Muscle!! | 4/3/2007 |
Q: My son is an all-state junior high wrestler. He has been wrestling since he was seven. A little ...
A: Laura, Keep in mind that your son is still growing in his junior high years, and weight gain will ...
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| Weight Lifting | 4/3/2007 |
Q: I am a 21 year old female who is 5'8" and weighs 260 lbs. How would you suggest I spend my time in ...
A: Angie, I can't just give you a generic program to follow, if you have no prior experience with ...
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| high incline | 4/2/2007 |
Q: My treadmill motor is burning out,so to get it to work,I reassembled it so it is at a permanent high ...
A: Brian, 30 degrees is quite the 'higher than average' incline that people walk. The only thing I'd ...
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| stomach strengthening w/ special concerns | 4/1/2007 |
Q: My girlfriend (23) asked me to do some research on the Internet for her. (BTW, I'm in Venezuela, ...
A: Luke, The body does NOT spot-reduce areas specifically, it takes a total body approach to it through ...
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| 58 year old women & weight training | 3/30/2007 |
Q: I am trying to loose inches and not build muscles. Is it true to lose inches and tone, it is better ...
A: Carol, Building muscle does not mean that you will look like a bodybuilder, in fact, one of the ...
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| WORKOUT ROUTINE!!! | 3/30/2007 |
Q: I'm 14 years old. I am 6'0" and weigh about 166 pounds. I am very athletic, and am very interested ...
A: Connor, I don't give workouts to kids under 18 years old through this service. I suggest you talk ...
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| personal training certification | 3/28/2007 |
Q: Would like information on the best places to receive personal trainer certifications
A: 1. Make sure you have a 4 year degree in a field related to health & fitness (such as Exercise ...
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| age, health, and weight training | 3/26/2007 |
Q: Rick: I am 46 and lifted for most of my life. Now, I take glucosamine sulfate for joint pain, my ...
A: Bruce, Due to your conditions, I'm afraid I can't give you any solid advice over the internet. I ...
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| Exercise | 3/22/2007 |
Q: I am 14, and I am a kind of big guy, and I want to get into shape. I like to play basket ball and I ...
A: I'm sorry, I don't give programs through this service, and I have a rule of only discussing things ...
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| confused | 3/21/2007 |
Q: i'm currently 200lb 5'8". i go to the gym 4 times a week for 1hr of weightlifting followed by 30min ...
A: Have you been doing the same weights with the same reps & sets? If you aren't moving up in any ...
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| confused | 3/21/2007 |
Q: i'm currently 200lb 5'8". i go to the gym 4 times a week for 1hr of weightlifting followed by 30min ...
A: Joe, I can't really help you with this unless I know what your workout routine generally is, as far ...
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| at home | 3/20/2007 |
Q: i have dvd can i use those? ANSWER: Workouts can be done anywhere, and if your home works best, go ...
A: Honestly, no, this won't work. 900 calories plus exercising for 2 hours a day will not work for ...
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| high or low? | 3/19/2007 |
Q: im 20 with a 143lbs at 5'11" in height. im basically an ectomorph. i'v been working out not too ...
A: Varying between the two ranges will do the best for you. Try 3 weeks at 6-8 reps/set, and then 3 ...
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| Saizen | 3/18/2007 |
Q: I have a Saizen 5mg(hgh)kit.In each box there is a vial of somatropin and a vial of bacteriostatic ...
A: I don't know that much about it to recommend using it or not. My guess is, if anything was outdated ...
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| at home | 3/18/2007 |
Q: i have dvd can i use those?
A: Workouts can be done anywhere, and if your home works best, go ahead and do it. DVD's alone for ...
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| what to do | 3/12/2007 |
Q: right now i am currently about 165 lbs but im 5"11 my thing is i was fat before and i excercised and ...
A: You can't have it both ways: Losing fat and gaining weight at the same time. Stick to the fat loss ...
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| nutrition while weightlifting | 3/7/2007 |
Q: Hello my question is what is the best thing to eat while you are weightlifting? I'm used to the fast ...
A: Fast food is not the answer, obviously. Those foods are loaded with awful stuff that inhibits any ...
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| Soccer training | 3/7/2007 |
Q: I'm looking to start a soccer training program. I know it is impossible to create a program for me ...
A: Your best bet is to meet with someone to go over all these concerns at the gym you attend, and ...
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| fat loss/remove fat off muscles | 3/5/2007 |
Q: basically my question is in regards to the most efficient way to burn off fat. my workout consists ...
A: combined with your strength training, will help you get there. Diet is the other major factor that ...
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| Lats | 3/5/2007 |
Q: Rick, I've been working out for over two month including diet,HIIT & weight training and have add ...
A: Scott, Pull-ups & Pull-downs are great lat exercises in general, as well as bent over rows and 1 arm ...
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| Thighs | 2/28/2007 |
Q: I hope this is not too generic of a question for you! I started myself on a work out routine of ...
A: Kimmy, "toning" is more than just high reps, low weight. Dieting, resting, and the types of ...
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| speed and power | 2/25/2007 |
Q: i have been strength training for the past year due to football. i have had sum results in strength ...
A: Strength training helps you produce the force you need for speed. The best way to get fast is to ...
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| Ok I'll give it a try | 2/22/2007 |
Q: ok, the reps are 3 reps 12-6 on all groups the wight is staggered throughout the week but the ...
A: I see that you gave me a negative response, and I'm fine with that. However, I feel I need to ...
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| GAINING MUSCLE | 2/21/2007 |
Q: WHAT KIND OF FOODS ARE YOU SPOSE TO EAT TO GAIN WEIGHT AND MUSCLE. I WORK OUT EVERYDAY I JUST DONT ...
A: My question to you is this: Is there any guarantee that exactly 30 pounds will turn you into a ...
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| wrist curls | 2/18/2007 |
Q: Ok bro..You've seen through me well..I was not sure at that time of your answer if you were talking ...
A: Roy, I'm not sure why they include videos of wrist curls, other than to provide a video of it. I'm ...
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| wrist curls | 2/17/2007 |
Q: Come on now brother.what are you talking about. I am talking about burning your arm with wrist ...
A: I'm sorry you didn't see the answer to your question, as I stated: "The recommendation to do ...
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| wrist curls | 2/17/2007 |
Q: .i wish to know if the rule of rest for a day or two applies to wrist curls for forearm too. I am ...
A: Bigger forearms come from handling greater weights. If lightweight curls & frequent sets were the ...
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| What is considered adaquate rest? | 2/16/2007 |
Q: Rick, thanks for getting back to me so quick. My sleep patterns are pretty normal. I usually am ...
A: Trying to 'double up' on missed days with HIIT cardio is not a good thing to do. HIIT is meant to ...
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| What is considered adaquate rest? | 2/16/2007 |
Q: I've been into this site for awhile now and have a specific question on what is considered enough ...
A: Rest is more than just having 'one day' of rest between a body part or activity. You need to factor ...
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| Question | 2/15/2007 |
Q: I am wondering what is the best way to gain nice abs. Is it possible to gain good abs by just doing ...
A: The holy grail question of ab development takes many, many things to achieve. 1. Fat loss is ...
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| broken ribs | 2/14/2007 |
Q: I suffered 4 broken ribs around 4 and a half weeks ago and was wondering if it would be okay to go ...
A: Technically, from what I know, you would need final medical clearance from a doctor to return to ...
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| supplement | 2/12/2007 |
Q: but not to sound rude i just gotta ask, with the supplements available today, do you think a modern ...
A: Today's bodybuilders can't match the strength records of those guys back then. Its been documented ...
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| Shoulder | 2/10/2007 |
Q: I am building up my muscles, but my shoulders are till short...How do i broaden my shoulders. People ...
A: Don't go always by what other 'people' say. Those 'people' don't know the half of it. If swimming ...
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| supplement | 2/10/2007 |
Q: i have begun a weightlifting program and have heard that supplements, esp. protein, is very ...
A: I will answer your question with aDo you think the strongmen of the 1900's and later got big & ...
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| weight loss and strengthening | 2/9/2007 |
Q: I was born 3 months premature. As a result, my upper body is underdeveloped, especially my shoulder ...
A: You are better off going and asking someone directly with your issues, such as a trainer at a gym, ...
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| chest | 2/9/2007 |
Q: I have a sharp pain right in the middle of my chest. I think it might be a sternum problem but im ...
A: There's no way I could answer this by email. It sounds like a muscle pull with the pain you ...
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| 40 yd dash | 2/3/2007 |
Q: I'm am a colleage football running back and i had to take 2 years off because of health reasons. I ...
A: Its possible, but the weight loss alone is only part of the solution you need. You need to regain ...
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| protein shakes? | 1/31/2007 |
Q: I regularly exercise daily except for a few days off here or there, whenever tired. But i tried ...
A: I think its way too much protein at once for your body. at either 60 grams or 45 grams, I can't ...
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| muscle weight gain | 1/29/2007 |
Q: I know that muscle weighs more than fat. I was wondering how much muscle weight I could expect to ...
A: This 'muscle weighs more than fat' thing is a misnomer, since its is the VOLUME & SIZE that varies. ...
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| begin weightlifting | 1/27/2007 |
Q: Let me begin with hello and thank you very much for your time! I am 18 years old, about 5'8'' and ...
A: First, you have a LOT of questions here to go in-depth on. It appears to me you don't know where to ...
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| which way | 1/26/2007 |
Q: At 61 years of age, what would be a safe weight for a male to start with if using dumbbells?I'm 61 ...
A: This is pretty loaded, albeit a short question. There are many parameters, such as current strength ...
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| which way | 1/26/2007 |
Q: I'm 61 years old and play 300 senior softball games a year. I would like to build my body up to ...
A: Either one is fine, if you buy a Bowflex, there will be pictures for the workouts with it. Free ...
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| Toes | 1/24/2007 |
Q: Rick I have a friend that coaches hockey and used to play at a high level. He watched me play one ...
A: What your friend probably means is that you aren't pushing off right on your skate. Running ...
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| caloric burn thru weight training | 1/17/2007 |
Q: Rick, I'm a 48 5'11 & currently 203lbs. I'm an x-college football player and have worked out all my ...
A: I would try to add in some brief, high intensity cardio, such as simple jump roping for short ...
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| weight training | 1/16/2007 |
Q: I have a son of 16 and a half years of age who is reluctant to get involved in a weight training ...
A: Strength training will not stunt his growth. Just look at any other kid his age, and ask yourself ...
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| Heart rate in exercise | 1/14/2007 |
Q: Bummer. I thought it would be okay for the stepper since they say you can do aerobics every day, ...
A: You could do the stepper daily, just not so often as you have. More duration on it does not equal ...
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| Heart rate in exercise | 1/14/2007 |
Q: Rick, Hi, I'm wondering why when I do the same exercise at the same level (stair stepper), why is ...
A: Tracy, Exercising does make you feel good, but there is a limit to doing too much, and over-doing ...
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| Weight Gain | 1/11/2007 |
Q: Recently I have lost 25 lbs slowly over the past year. I achieved this by watching my food portions ...
A: First things first: 1 pound of muscle still equals a pound of fat, its the size that each takes up ...
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| weight lifting | 1/10/2007 |
Q: i have found i have built quickly on my arms(Bicep). but my cheast is taking so long to start taking ...
A: It depends on how well balanced your workout strategy is. I hope you're training total body ...
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| toning/cardio | 1/9/2007 |
Q: I am looking for a video that will give me all over toning and also one that deals with cardio. Any ...
A: "Toning" is a fitness myth that is just another way of saying 'building muscle'. Unfortunately, ...
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| Amount of Exercise vs. Calories | 1/6/2007 |
Q: I am about 165 to 170 and 5-9 or so. I want to lose fat in my mid section area. I eat pretty ...
A: There isn't a set amount of cardio you need, its the TYPE of cardio you do which makes the biggest ...
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| Mechanisms of Fatique | 1/5/2007 |
Q: Hey Rick Could you please describe to me the machanisms of fatigue, including neuromuscular ...
A: This looks to me like you want an answer for a book report or paper. I don't do homework anymore. ...
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| posture | 12/29/2006 |
Q: its said an arched lower back posture is bad because it places more weight on the lower back , but ...
A: From a standing position, the arched back does place undue stress on the lower back. However, from ...
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| Weight | 12/26/2006 |
Q: 7 and weigh 185 pounds I am 18 years old and bench 270 I also leg press 600. AM I strong for my size ...
A: In due time, I think you could bench 400 lbs, but I can't give you a definite answer. Too many ...
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| Calculating caloric loss during exercise | 12/13/2006 |
Q: my daughter is a competitive gymnast and, as part of her science project this year she would like to ...
A: Michelle, Your best bet is to purchase a BioTrainer device, which calculates & estimates your ...
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| Change in Lifestyle | 12/11/2006 |
Q: I am a 23 year old female with a passion for staying healthy and fit. My old workout routine ...
A: Workouts can change when lifestyles do, its all about adapting to different things in your life. ...
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| height | 12/6/2006 |
Q: will workouts like push-ups, dips, and sit-ups stop me from growing taller? is there any kind of ...
A: Strength training does not stunt growth. Just ask any college athlete who's grown since lifting in ...
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| thighs and abs | 12/1/2006 |
Q: .. i was wondering what kind of exercises would make them smaller thanks and also what kind of ...
A: Lauren, Your abs are all one connected unit, there is no seperation of upper & lower abs. The lower ...
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| Am i lifting the right amount of weights for my weight?? | 11/30/2006 |
Q: I am a 17 year old male who lifts weights, i wouldn't condsider myself as a boybuilder though... ...
A: Strength is just a measurement of what you're capable of doing. The only comparison to worry about ...
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| Fitness | 11/26/2006 |
Q: I'm 15 years old and alittle overweight. So I've decided to try weight lifting and excericise more ...
A: Kenneth, I can't give you just a basic program to follow through this service, I require much more ...
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| 18 year old scronny | 11/25/2006 |
Q: i am 18, 110 lbs, 5'8 tall i need a program/ schedule that i can follow. I have a dumbell and am ...
A: Sorry, I really can't give you a program without knowing more in-depth answers to some questions, ...
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| my age is 14 | 11/24/2006 |
Q: ...hw many times a day should i workout or how many hours a day? are you sure that my height wont ...
A: There is no definitive answer to your question, as working out 'so many' days per week has no ...
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| my age is 14 | 11/23/2006 |
Q: i am 14 years old and i want to build my biceps and want to be very strong. can i do light lifting, ...
A: The height concern is a total myth. NO ONE KNOWS what exact height you will be, and there are more ...
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| Starting a kids agility camp | 11/21/2006 |
Q: Karboviak Was wondering if you had any advice on what kind of excercises and what equipment ...
A: Chris, I'm not familiar with any non-weight bearing agility equipment, could you explain that or ...
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| weight lifting | 11/20/2006 |
Q: My question is concerning weight lifting for my 13 year old son. Currently he is 5'3 178lbs. He ...
A: Kim, If possible, talk to his coaches first about lifting, and if the teams do anything for a team ...
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| Advice | 11/11/2006 |
Q: I am a freshman and I play on my school's Varsity Hockey team. I am very short for my age i am 5'1 ...
A: Jon, You might just be late in growing taller and getting heavier, but I can't tell that from an ...
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| strength training for hockey | 11/9/2006 |
Q: Would there be specific training that could be adapted into our regular schedule that might enhance ...
A: Some bodyweight & medicine ball strength training might be an ideal off-ice routine to do, 1-2 times ...
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| strength training for hockey | 11/9/2006 |
Q: the coaches want our 8 year old travel team to wear ankle weights during practice. How do you feel ...
A: Honestly, its a terrible idea. There are too many motor skill developmental issues with such an ...
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| increase throwing power for quarterbacks | 11/9/2006 |
Q: I am 15 years old and a varsity quarterback.I am 5'9' and 150 pounds.To make up for my height,I want ...
A: Matt, I really can't just give you a program, but what I can tell you is to talk with your FB coach ...
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| Getting a good workout on each area | 11/8/2006 |
Q: How’s it going? My question is: I am working out regularly at my high school, and I was told from ...
A: Cas, The first thing I'd suggest doing is working on total body strength exercises, not just body ...
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| stability ball | 11/5/2006 |
Q: Rick I recently bought a used stability ball,with the idea to condition my lower back for hockey.It ...
A: Brian, I'd need a bit more info before I really suggest what to do with the ball, but in general, ...
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| Weighted Vest | 10/30/2006 |
Q: Hey, How's it going? I am in the market for a weighted vest, you know like for on the bike or to ...
A: Cas, Try http://power-systems.com or http://performbetter.com for their weighted vests. I wouldn't ...
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| A strong core | 10/23/2006 |
Q: How’s life treating you? I have recently bought a couple of 25 lb weights (the kind you put on a ...
A: Cas, I can't fully answer your question because I don't know your background & training history. ...
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| baseball training | 10/16/2006 |
Q: I play baseball I'm 17 and a senior in high school and I play SS, I really need your help I'm 5ft10 ...
A: My questions are these: 1. What are you doing currently about your strength training & conditioning ...
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| Muscle Growth | 10/16/2006 |
Q: Does eating at particular times relative to sleep or working out affect muscle development? I heard ...
A: Be cautious as to what 'they' say. "They" is a conspiracy bound within the magazine culture of ...
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| Weight/Workout | 10/15/2006 |
Q: Can you be too skinny to get a six pack? Do you have to be between a certain weight? im 6 foot and ...
A: It depends on muscle tone & body fat levels. Skinny people have a better chance of getting one due ...
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| Baseball | 10/12/2006 |
Q: I am 16 years old 5' 8" and weigh around 185lbs. I am a pitcher for my high school team. I throw in ...
A: Heavy weights aren't bad if you lift safely & properly and with effective supervision/teaching of ...
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| andro supplements | 10/9/2006 |
Q: Kindly requesting: 1.- Assisteance on how to take the 1.5 mile running test, in order to determine ...
A: For the 1.5 mile test, find a 400m track and do 6 laps around it. Take your time and give it your ...
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| Being a better hockey player | 10/4/2006 |
Q: I am 14.75 years old, 5’5”, 119 lbs, nearly all muscle (about 8% body fat) I’m a triple A hockey ...
A: Casman, Good for you on working out on your own with such enthusiasm. It reminds me of 'me' when I ...
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| andro supplements | 10/3/2006 |
Q: 1) I'd like your opinion on the question subject, and if at all possible what supplements would you ...
A: 1. Don't bother with it. Anything that messes with the natural testosterone building methods of ...
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| Flat stomach | 10/3/2006 |
Q: I have had 2 cesarians in the last 11 years and just recently had a full hysterectomy, i am 35 and ...
A: "Exercise" is too generic, what are you doing specifically? A full body strength training regimen, ...
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| Various Questions | 10/2/2006 |
Q: 'm currently a sophomore in high school and I'm looking to gain an edge going into my next football ...
A: Scott, Its a lot of questions that need more than just one sentence answers. 1. I can't recommend ...
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| How do i get a 6 pack? | 10/1/2006 |
Q: I'm 14 6'1" 165-170lbs. I can bench 140lbs, i curl 75lbs but dont do squats. how much should i be ...
A: Chris, Too many things are needed for the 'six pack' look. Low body fat is #1, and its not ...
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| weightlifting & exercise | 9/30/2006 |
Q: Something inhibits me from increasing my intensity, either in sprinting or powerlifting. A subtle ...
A: That subtle hint/thought is the 'fight or flight' response you're going through. There's a high ...
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| weightlifting & exercise | 9/26/2006 |
Q: Although, I'm 62 years old I do some very intense weight lifting, and sprinting 5 to 6 times per ...
A: Gaining muscle mass is mainly a matter of blending strength training in with wise nutritional ...
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| My Routine needs updating/critiquing | 9/25/2006 |
Q: This is long winded but hopefully its a good read. I am new to this site, but have been encouraged ...
A: Zippy, Your question is far too long for me. There are so many questions I don't know where to ...
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| stamina/speed for basketball | 9/24/2006 |
Q: Presently i go running every night about an hour or two. Then i come home and take about 500 shots, ...
A: Jason, Running for long distances for an hour won't build the specific stamina you need. The type ...
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| HST Training | 9/21/2006 |
Q: I've heard of a new training system (I'm not sure how new it is) called HST (Hypertrophy Specific ...
A: Bob, Good inquiries, but without taking too much time to fully read it, frankly it looks to me like ...
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| youth strength building | 9/20/2006 |
Q: My son and daughter are going to be 9 in 3weeks. They are both invovled in different sports, my ...
A: Your questions are very good ones, and thanks for turning to me to help you out. Strength training ...
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| skinny athletic teens | 9/12/2006 |
Q: I have two boys, 15 and 17, who are naturally thin. (the older boy is 5'10", 130 pounds, and the ...
A: Pasta & tuna are cheap sources of carbs & protein to stock up on. They look to be highly active as ...
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| can you help me, thanks in advance | 9/7/2006 |
Q: yes, i'm in boxing right now and i want to lift weights properly, i've been lifting for couple of ...
A: Ted, From the first look it looks like way too much volume of reps, and you're just not building any ...
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| I want to look like a bodybuilder | 9/6/2006 |
Q: With regards to split systems, since there are so many different splits out there, do you know which ...
A: Dave, You have a lot of questions there, and to put it shortly, it all depends on the goals and ...
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| Split Routines vs. Full Body | 8/28/2006 |
Q: I would like to know your opinion of one of the most debated issues in weight training "which is ...
A: Dave, I'll give you my honest opinion on training magazines. Most of them are recycled hogwash & ...
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| Recovery | 8/24/2006 |
Q: It is really helpful advice. There is one confusing thing in the industry though, that no one ...
A: Dave, There is no hard & fast rule on the recovery issue, and unfortunately, you entered a 'Spin ...
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| Sit-ups | 8/22/2006 |
Q: Karboviak, I need to increase the number of sit-ups and push-ups that I do, and I'm not having much ...
A: Jeff, Try to do less reps per set, and more sets. Time your total work time and tally up your total ...
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| 4outien | 8/21/2006 |
Q: I am a 59 year old male. I would like to know if I can work my back and chest M,W,F and then my bi's ...
A: John, There's no rest at all for 5 days for your muscles to get any benefit. When you work your ...
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| body building | 8/18/2006 |
Q: i have a few questions that i need help in.... i'll say about myself first. im 16,i wouldnt say i ...
A: Feroz, I don't give workouts to teenagers through this service, but what I can tell you to do is go ...
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| Weight Gain Diet | 8/15/2006 |
Q: Yea I know it doesnt matter on your weight or what not, it's just I rather play at 200lbs, so they ...
A: Matt, I did say that sprints were fine, there's a difference between sprinting and running ...
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| Weight Gain Diet | 8/14/2006 |
Q: I got a question. I just purchased GNC Weight Gain Performance 2500, it's like there best weight ...
A: Matt, Your goals are very unrealistic. You are talking a 33% gain in your own bodyweight when you ...
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| Stunted growth | 8/13/2006 |
Q: Rick, I am 15 years old and i am now training 3 times a week with my dad at the gym. Just about ...
A: Not to step on the toes of your dad, but I've trained kids who are 14-15-16 years old and they ...
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| help!!!!!!!! | 8/2/2006 |
Q: i want curvy abs. plzz tell me how can i do situps becuz i dont know the professnol n effective way ...
A: I really can't answer your question because 'curvy abs' require more than just sit-ups, and a ...
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| Advice | 7/24/2006 |
Q: Hey, I'm Dylan. I'm 14 (turning 15) and I'm about 5'7 and 140. I'm going to try out for the ...
A: Dylan, Getting 'buff & a 6 pack' is no guarantee that you'll make a football team, but don't let ...
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| Pain after working out | 7/24/2006 |
Q: I don't work out a lot, and when I do, I end up sore and hurt for a couple of days. For example, a ...
A: Katie, The reason you're so sore is because you're not used to workouts on a consistent basis. If ...
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| Enhancing | 7/20/2006 |
Q: I am a healthy, active, just-turned-25-year-old female. I eat very nutritiously, exercise regularly ...
A: Julie, You have a ton of loaded questions there, ones that need more in-depth questions to fully ...
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| Soccer shoes-kids | 7/20/2006 |
Q: Ok, this might be a weird one! My 10 yr old daughter plays select premier soccer here in ...
A: Kat, Try an Odor Eaters shoe liner, or even use Febreeze odor remover spray. Sweat & bacteria ...
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| how do I improve my throwing skills | 7/14/2006 |
Q: My name is justin. I am visually impaired , and i play a sport called goalball. The sport requires ...
A: Justin, Practice, Practice, Practice! Practicing the action & movement will develop more of a skill ...
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| NEED a question answered | 7/13/2006 |
Q: After looking at your expertise level, I'm sure you can help me with this question. I'll give you a ...
A: Felix, The key is to get your maximum strength up first & foremost. One of the better methods to ...
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| Football | 7/12/2006 |
Q: Hey Rick my name is justin and i am a fifteen year old football player. I don't know if you know ...
A: Justin, The best person to ask on that is your own coach. My guess though is that safeties need ...
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| diet plan | 7/11/2006 |
Q: now i have another question for you .As i play soccer for about 1 1/2 hours daily and do some light ...
A: Sarin, I don't setup diets for people online, it is outside my scope as a personal trainer to ...
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| Strength Training for Speed | 7/10/2006 |
Q: Rick. My name is Jon Dadisman and I help my girlfriend train for soccer. She is 19 years old (if ...
A: Jon, A good resource to check out on this issue is http://bearpowered.com. It basically puts it in ...
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| Work Out | 7/10/2006 |
Q: My name is ryan im 16 and im gonna be a soph next year. I am a top notch basketball player with all ...
A: Ryan, I'm not much of an expert who believes that weight gain equals better performance. I feel ...
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| gaining speed and agility | 7/9/2006 |
Q: im sarin , age 21. i play soccer for recreation and i'm pretty good in terms of skills and the ...
A: Jump roping is one of the easiest & most effective ways to work on foot quickness & agility. Its a ...
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| i need to get fit | 7/6/2006 |
Q: i am 15 and a half and i know its young but i need lots of help getting fit and i really dont have ...
A: Ben, I don't have much of an idea to prepare you for the military, especially since you're 15 and ...
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| GENERAL CONDITIONING | 7/5/2006 |
Q: I have just finished college during which time I did a lot of circuit work (press ups/situps etc) ...
A: Sam, Congrats on getting back on track. Do you play soccer at the college you go to, as in, are you ...
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| Tight shorts in sports | 7/4/2006 |
Q: *Why male athletics especially runner (as I mention) use stretchy shorts (tight underwears)? Is it ...
A: Omak, I believe you are asking about the new 'compression short' undergarments for men. Recently I ...
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| Reaction | 7/2/2006 |
Q: Rick Although I am as fit or fitter than I have been in recent years (I am 48),my reaction time is ...
A: Barry, Try interspersed jump roping, such as 15-20 seconds of jumping various styles (basic jump, ...
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| overdeveloped muscles | 6/20/2006 |
Q: How can I reduce overdeveloped muscles to regular size?
A: You can cease on the strength training to lose some muscle mass, or just don't lift quite as often ...
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| jogging | 6/20/2006 |
Q: Hey Rick I recently took up jogging around my neighborhood. Have done this for the past 3 weeks ...
A: Dennis, It is important that you find a workout frequency that fits your lifestyle first, moreso ...
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| Swimming and weightlifting | 6/19/2006 |
Q: I am 55 years old and have been lifting weights for the past 14 months. I was a competitive swimmer ...
A: Eleonora, At your age, just 1-2 strength training sessions per week as you lead up to the World ...
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| ab workout | 6/14/2006 |
Q: whats an easy ab workout to get the lower cuts in your stomach on the edge of your hips. Ive tried ...
A: Shedding body fat will get those cuts, not just one exercise. If that was the case, no one would be ...
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| Weightlifting for my son | 6/13/2006 |
Q: My son is 14 years of age and wants to lift waights. He weighs 124 lbs and is 5'6". Would you ...
A: Based on just height & weight alone, I can't fully determine if he's capable or not of a full-blown ...
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| Creatine | 6/12/2006 |
Q: Would you recommend this supplement?
A: I don't recommend this, because some people see it as a shortcut or quick route to their training, ...
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| Weight Lossing | 6/7/2006 |
Q: My height is 174 cm, male , 23 years old, my weight was 104 kg ,I made deit for 3 monthes and I ...
A: The answer is simple when you take away the complicated advice. 1. Strength Train. This is a must ...
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| exercise | 6/6/2006 |
Q: can you give me some tips as to how to lose weight because at the moment as i haven't been eating ...
A: Jen, The muscle hasn't turned into anything, its simply lost its size & shape, due to your low ...
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| exercise | 6/6/2006 |
Q: i am 16 years old and 50kg up from 47-48 and just want to get back to that weight within a few weeks ...
A: Jen, for a 16 year old, that is NOT enough food, in my observation. Too much exercise, not enough ...
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| exercise | 6/5/2006 |
Q: i do approx 4 hours of exercise per day which includes walking, trampoline, jog/run, bike riding, ...
A: Jen, It is hard to me to guess how much weight would be lost, if I don't know these things: Your ...
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| Energy and Strength | 6/5/2006 |
Q: Rick, I just turned 44 years old. From 16 through my late 20's I stayed in excellent shape and ...
A: Bill, Are you doing consistent strength training & cardio exercise in your life? That can be a big ...
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| weightlifting | 6/4/2006 |
Q: My coach just wants me to lift weights at home to get stronger and get bigger. my questions is what ...
A: Sorry to hear that you're getting such poor leadership from your coach on what direction you need to ...
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| Ice Hockey Conditioning | 6/2/2006 |
Q: I'm a 32-year-old, 160-poind male who plays ice hockey in an adult league. I've been playing for 3 ...
A: Jeff, Ice Hockey is very physically demanding, as I'm sure you can attest to. I'm no skater, in ...
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| speed/ agility | 6/2/2006 |
Q: endurance, and agility as much as possible. Please be as specific as possible on the exercizes and ...
A: Ryan, Sorry, but there is no way I can predict when results will come with any type of program I ...
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| Benefits and risks of exercise and youth | 5/30/2006 |
Q: This may seem like a no brainer, because we are taught that exercise is vital to living a healthy ...
A: I wouldn't get your children near weights at that young of an age. Usually around ages 10-12 you ...
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| How far should I run or jog | 5/27/2006 |
Q: I'm a sophomore in highschool, I wan't to train for cross country/track. Practice is in July 10, ...
A: Is it practice, or just general team runs that the team does during the summertime? Practice ...
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| Purchasing a home machine | 5/25/2006 |
Q: ------------------------- Followup To Answer - You might to look into something called the ...
A: Chris, The one from Kmart looks close to what you need, but the storage issue may be the problem. ...
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| Purchasing a home machine | 5/24/2006 |
Q: I actually have a ball already, and some dumbbells. I originally was looking into a bowflex; but I ...
A: You might to look into something called the Body Wedge, or there's also a professional-grade ...
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| Purchasing a home machine | 5/24/2006 |
Q: I m interested in purchasing a home exercise machine. After some research, I ve decided upon the ...
A: I suggest a stability ball & some dumbbells: this will have a lot more uses & versatility for you in ...
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| Calisthenics Routine | 5/24/2006 |
Q: Had a question for you. I never really work out, I m a male, vegetarian, and I weigh out to 150 ...
A: Christopher, I don't setup any programs through this service, I do that more in-depth through my ...
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| Workout question | 5/22/2006 |
Q: Two years ago I lifted while taking a protein supplement and managed to look very good for what my ...
A: Maoz, Cardio doesn't 'burn muscle'. Not having enough fuel available will. If you are eating well ...
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| weightlifting and running | 5/21/2006 |
Q: ok say one person is trying to improve their 40 yd dash time and can either run or lift. and another ...
A: Both! Strength training can help both runners apply more ground forces, which transfers into faster ...
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| weightlifting and running | 5/21/2006 |
Q: how does weight lifting effect your running and what is better for improving your running time ...
A: Strength training can positively affect your running. You'll have to be more precise in your ...
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| Weight Training For Baseball | 5/15/2006 |
Q: Im a 16 year old High school baseball player, and ive been lifting weights trying to increase my ...
A: Tim, I don't usually give out programs on this Q&A service, I give more detailed instructions and ...
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| few more questions | 5/4/2006 |
Q: My dad wants me to ask a few more questions . he wants to know your hours and also the best time to ...
A: Mike, My summer hours will be from 5:30am to 12pm, then most likely 2pm to 7pm, Mon-Fri. It may ...
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| how do we... | 5/1/2006 |
Q: Do you have a strength training program if so how do u sign up to join? Also do you have a wrestling ...
A: Howdy Mike, I do a structured strength training & sports performance workout with my All-Star ...
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| Whats a better diet for gaining mucsle weight? | 4/29/2006 |
Q: hey.I'm a 16yr. old male weighing 165lbs of muscle at 5'8 . My diet: A big bowl of cereal for ...
A: The reason why you're not seeing mass is because you don't have a healthy strategy lined up. Fast ...
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Q: Followup To Question - im a 15yr old boy.i workout everyday except for sunday but i work all of my ...
A: Doing a total body workout with enough rest in-between workouts is fine. You won't stress your ...
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Q: im a 15yr old boy.i workout everyday except for sunday but i work all of my muscles 3 times a week.i ...
A: I've already said that 3 days a week would be plenty, especially for your age. Doing 6 straight ...
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| im a 15yr old boy.i workout... | 4/21/2006 |
Q: im a 15yr old boy.i workout everyday except for sunday but i work all of my muscles 3 times a week.i ...
A: I would advise working your quads & hamstrings so that you get a total body focus. If you really ...
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| Weightlifting: Too heavy? Stunted growth? | 4/20/2006 |
Q: I've read all the responses to the questions about weightlifting and its potential to stunt growth ...
A: Nemo, The 'stunted growth' thing is a theory on how maximal weight lifting (the 'heavy' term in ...
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| weightlifting | 4/18/2006 |
Q: difficult program to get us in great shape. I myself played football all through highschool and am ...
A: Sorry, I'm not into just seperation of workouts between upper & lower only. My training philosophy ...
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Q: im a 15yr old boy about 115lbs and 5'2 1/4".i heard that the preacher curl is a very good bicep ...
A: Blair, Try the site www.exrx.net and look up some exercises there. A lot of your questions can be ...
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| im a 15yr old boy about 115lbs... | 4/17/2006 |
Q: im a 15yr old boy about 115lbs and 5'2 1/4".i heard that the preacher curl is a very good bicep ...
A: Curls alone won't do the job for you. A solid, total body program will be a better solution. Focus ...
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| what is better using free... | 4/17/2006 |
Q: what is better using free weights or machines? can i vary my routine like using free weights and ...
A: Blair, Both training modes add a lot to a fitness strategy. The debate will go on forever as to ...
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| Yes, I've hurt myself doing... | 4/9/2006 |
Q: Yes, I've hurt myself doing too much bench press, and it's hard for me to do too much push ...
A: Light weights or heavy weights, injuries can happen. Injuries happen in old people who try to take ...
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| Im wondering what your views... | 4/8/2006 |
Q: Im wondering what your views are on controversial exercises such as this: ...
A: Jeff, The lift in question is perfectly fine if you are strong enough and smart enough to use the ...
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| Routine | 4/6/2006 |
Q: I am 15, around 5'6''-5'7'', 170 lbs. and was wandering if you could help me get a good workout for ...
A: Chris, Your coach should be guiding you in this, ask him first, and if there's no response from him ...
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| How to increase my speed | 3/30/2006 |
Q: First of all I would like to thank you for your time. I have been trying to improve my speed for ...
A: Michael, I can't help you out much further with a generic program if I don't know more specifics ...
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| Abs | 3/28/2006 |
Q: Is it normal that my left abs and right abs are not symmetrical? I meant like it seems my left side ...
A: Stephen, Not everyone is symmetrical in shape, we all have little variances in our left & right ...
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| One set workouts!? | 3/17/2006 |
Q: Rick I read on the web that instead of the old three or more sets,waiting a few days for the ...
A: Well, with one set, you definitely aren't doing as much damage as would be doing with 3 sets. Its ...
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| Surfing workout | 3/15/2006 |
Q: Currently I am a college senior and just lately I've gotten pretty heavily into surfing. I go about ...
A: I'm far from a surfing expert, I'm a midwestern trainer who has only seen the west coast beach once. ...
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| Supplements? | 3/12/2006 |
Q: Rick I have been working out and watching calories all winter.Lost an inch on my waistline but ...
A: Barry, Despite what the supplement ads tell you (They are trying to sell you something, remember!), ...
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| a few questions | 3/12/2006 |
Q: How long should you wait before and after eating before exercising (running, biking, etc.)? Is ...
A: Kristin, FirstYou should eat about one hour or more before you plan to exercise. This gives time ...
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| Lifting People | 3/7/2006 |
Q: I was wondering which muscle (muscle group) is most important in lifting people up, as in a 'suplex' ...
A: You need a total body lift, like a deadlift or power clean, to target the actions & muscles involved ...
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| Step/Bench | 2/28/2006 |
Q: Rick I have been doing one legged barbell step ups in my home gym. I have gone from five reps forty ...
A: Barry, Get rid of the Tupperware box ASAP...it doesn't sound that sturdy to me. Try to go to a ...
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| plyometrics | 2/28/2006 |
Q: Rick I would like to incorporate some type of these into my treadmill running. I was thinking of ...
A: Brian, You're better off doing your plyo's before or after your running. I do have a speed ...
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| Weight Exercise machine | 2/15/2006 |
Q: I've been asked by a 50-something year old man to suggest a weight machine. He's in good shape, but ...
A: I'm not a big fan of machines, more of the free weights. A good machine that is pretty functional ...
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| so then you think that the... | 2/14/2006 |
Q: so then you think that the arching of the back to pull the weight up or to straighten the weight ...
A: Jeff, You shouldn't be over-arching your back to lift the weight, you need to use the hips more into ...
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| alright, however, one of the... | 2/14/2006 |
Q: alright, however, one of the other all experts dudes told me to do the closer grip. i suppose ile ...
A: The snatch is harder with a closer grip, in my opinion. With your arms out more towards the ends of ...
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| oh, and as a follow up from... | 2/13/2006 |
Q: oh, and as a follow up from my email about technique...sometimes i do lean back up to 15-20 degrees ...
A: Jeff, I'll just answer to this question about your previous one and issues brought up here. You ...
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| How long should I rest my muscles? | 2/9/2006 |
Q: First of all I would like to thank you for taking some time to read this. I also would like to say ...
A: 2-3x a week is alright. Intensity of the lifting is what really affects the strength gains, as well ...
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| do you emphasize technique... | 2/9/2006 |
Q: do you emphasize technique over weight when lifting? I understand it's important to have technique, ...
A: Jeff, I emphasize technique very much. Once the technique is mastered and learned, you can add more ...
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| hi..i have found a work out... | 2/7/2006 |
Q: .i have found a work out program i like....monday chest tri shoulders tuesday back bi legs..repeat ...
A: Go in the order of all chest, all shoulders, all tri's. See how that goes for you. It progresses in ...
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| you recommended lifting heavy... | 2/7/2006 |
Q: you recommended lifting heavy for punching? that was for the most power not speed right? why do ...
A: Jeff, I recommended heavy lifting for punching for the fact that more maximum strength can have ...
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| thanxs | 2/5/2006 |
Q: ..i think i get what u r saying..so i should do sumin like..chest upper back arms and shoulders one ...
A: Ray, doing 3x10 on all those lifts, I think you're spending way too much time in the gym for just ...
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| Myofibrils (I guess, in lamens terms, muscle fibres?) | 2/5/2006 |
Q: im wondering how myofibrils function for strength. do they just increase in contractile ability in ...
A: Jeff, In simple terms, maximum strength methods (1-5 reps, 85-100% maximum weights used) will focus ...
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| weight lifting | 2/4/2006 |
Q: .i recently asked u a question..i think i probably went about it wrong bc u tought i said i never ...
A: Ray, Sorry for the misinterpretations there. Sometimes I get a lot of rambling questions through ...
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| weight lifting/ routines/sports training | 2/4/2006 |
Q: .a few yrs ago I was up to 185lbs and i tore my rotater cup..i lifted mon chest triceps..tues..back ...
A: You have way too many questions there to answer, and they need too many questions in return to help ...
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| Help wanted | 1/26/2006 |
Q: . i m begginer in exercise.. i dont want a body like arnold.. but atleast nice sets of muscles can u ...
A: Ali, I'd have to give you a full consultation to get any solid answers for your questions, they are ...
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| Wobble board | 1/24/2006 |
Q: Rick, I just picked up one of these,and would like to incorporate it into my training,but I dont ...
A: Barry, Its best to use your own bodyweight to control it, rather than try to start with a bunch of ...
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| Exercise | 1/23/2006 |
Q: I'm 17, 6'0 165 and play basketball and baseball. I've been working out alot at the gym lately. ...
A: Todd, Try to get most of your dietary needs through real, whole food. That contains the best ...
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| FORGET THE LAST EMAILS | 1/17/2006 |
Q: ok heres what i really am trying to get at-i found a good website that shows the snatch. ...
A: Jeff, That video is about the best demo I can see on the snatch. The Power Snatch is from the ...
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| ok, sorry to run this subject... | 1/17/2006 |
Q: ok, sorry to run this subject into the ground, but back to the power snatch. I have the same ...
A: On the one arm snatch, just hold it up to the side. Its a quick explosive action, it shouldn't be a ...
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| I lost about 50 pounds three... | 1/16/2006 |
Q: I lost about 50 pounds three years ago. i feel that my body is in good proportion and I have very ...
A: Congratulations on your bodyfat loss. As far as diets go, I recommend you go to www.fitday.com and ...
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| Mixing light and heavy | 1/13/2006 |
Q: in that article i told you about, it seems it may be pointing to light weight lifting (30-40 % 1 RM) ...
A: Jeff, The 30-40% range is good for developing power, but I've had better results with lifting heavy, ...
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| The power snatch | 1/11/2006 |
Q: although this may be an arbitrary question since youve already described the power snatch and even ...
A: Jeff, I think the main difference is where it starts. To my knowledge, there are 2 snatch ...
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| The power snatch | 1/11/2006 |
Q: do you know how to do a power snatch? I found one decent website ...
A: Jeff, The arms will have to bend a bit in order to snatch it upward. The site you have gives WAY ...
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| kids using total gyms | 1/11/2006 |
Q: should twelve year old boys use a total gym every other day with low reps and sets?
A: I'm sorry, I can't fully answer this question without knowing an in-depth history of the 12 yo boy ...
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| i take it you have done your... | 1/9/2006 |
Q: i take it you have done your research on weightlifting. know any good books that show some thurough ...
A: Probably the best book right now to check out, because its so recent and up to date on things, is ...
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| i should also mention that... | 1/8/2006 |
Q: i should also mention that i am naturally kinda wobbly with my technique and movements. dont you ...
A: Jeff, You can start out light but with few reps to get the technique straightened out and get rid of ...
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| now you said that doing leg... | 1/8/2006 |
Q: now you said that doing leg presses arent as conducive to sports as fully body movement workouts ...
A: Jeff, Its all about training the body as one fully functional unit when it comes to sports. You can ...
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| Define bodybuilding | 1/7/2006 |
Q: so youre making it sound like "bodybuilding" is super repetitive look good fluff .."endless bicep ...
A: Jeff, Sorry if I've come off abruptly. I just don't like the term 'bodybuilding' because after deep ...
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| Define bodybuilding | 1/7/2006 |
Q: ok so would you define bodybuilding as any exercises that are done without using the whole body in ...
A: Jeff, Bodybuilding workouts and most single joint lifts (like doing endless bicep curls) are the ...
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| ive heard that bodybuilding... | 1/6/2006 |
Q: ive heard that bodybuilding does little to improve athleticism and can even take away from it. and ...
A: In my opinion, bodybuilding workouts do nothing of good for an athlete other than make them look ...
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| Sets-READ THIS ONE NOT THE LAST ONE I SENT | 1/3/2006 |
Q: i want some advice on not overdoing things. my weighttraining workout: i workout about 2-3 days ...
A: Jeff, You're already overdoing it in my opinion if you are doing that much in just your chest ...
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| Gaining body strength in 2006 | 1/3/2006 |
Q: I am 6'3" and just 170 pounds. My goal weight is 190 pounds. I want to put on 2-3 pounds each month ...
A: Jimmy, Check out my newsletter's Yahoo Group, you can find it by going to my newsletter's site and ...
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| weight lifting | 12/29/2005 |
Q: I have been doing simple forearm curls w/ dunbells, and am noticing that my left forearm is quickly ...
A: I'm not sure why you're experiencing different growth rates there, it could be a nerve issue if ...
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| Plyos and other stuff | 12/26/2005 |
Q: i used to do a fair amount of martial arts training when i was younger and have thus built up a more ...
A: Jeff, Look into using kettlebells or their dumbbell variations for your 2 ideal things you'd like. ...
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| Abs!! | 12/18/2005 |
Q: i am an ex amatuer boxer, 29 years old. Have not trained properly for a while now and i just want to ...
A: James, That's a lot to go over there to get your answers, but I'll try my best. The lower abs is a ...
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| Matt Furey Combat Conditioning | 12/18/2005 |
Q: I've been attending the local gym for years and have done some weight-lifting, but have usually gone ...
A: Geoff, The type of training you're doing isn't the problem, sticking to the type of training you ...
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| Fast-twitch for arm-wrestling | 12/18/2005 |
Q: In the past couple years the sport of arm-wrestling has taken a turn for the better. We are being ...
A: Matt, What a pleasure it is for a national champion and a future Olympian to ask me for advice. I ...
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| Circuit training | 12/13/2005 |
Q: I have recently switched my workout to circuit training.I find I get better results and it doesnt ...
A: Barry, Your circuit training program may be setup inefficiently, especially since you're doing 10 ...
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| six pack | 12/6/2005 |
Q: im 14 year old male. i would do any thing to get a six pack. i do sit ups every day. i do about 100 ...
A: You're taking the wrong approach with situps only. This will not get your six pack any faster or ...
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| strength training for teenager | 12/5/2005 |
Q: My son is 14 years old. He's about 6' 2" and 175 lbs. He's interested in getting stronger for the ...
A: For his age group, in some general guidelines, working the total body will be a big benefit for him. ...
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| What is this called | 12/4/2005 |
Q: Hey Rick I recently added another exercise to my routine.I dont want to say I invented it,but I cant ...
A: Barry, Your exercise is a simply-named Single Leg Step-Up, or a variation of the single leg squat. ...
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| hi there,
i am a 16 y.o... | 12/4/2005 |
Q: i am a 16 y.o and am interested in building up some muscle. I am quite strong at the moment, but ...
A: Conor, I can't give you workouts to do without knowing more about the person that I'm giving ...
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| weightlifting structure | 12/2/2005 |
Q: I'm 30 years old and have been training now for 8 months or so and was wondering if I should pyramid ...
A: Darren, Pyramiding is a good way to add variety and a new challenge to your workouts. I like to ...
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| Exercise | 12/1/2005 |
Q: I cannot afford to go to the gym. All I have are a handful of dumbbells and a barbell. I've always ...
A: Elijah, My guide located at this site will help you out a bit. It's a newsletter group you have to ...
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| Exercise | 12/1/2005 |
Q: 1. Is it OK to have a cold shower after a workout or running session? Its winter here...so would it ...
A: Elijah, You have a LOT there, I'll try to be brief: 1. Don't worry about a cold shower. Take a ...
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| Exercise/stability ball | 11/25/2005 |
Q: Rick My wife recently got one of these.I was thinking of borrowing it for my weight workout. I am ...
A: Try the flyes when you are on the ball, with your upper back on top of it, and feet about shoulder ...
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| im a 14yr old boy who wants... | 11/25/2005 |
Q: im a 14yr old boy who wants to gain power and speed.i purchased the jumpsoles with proprioceptor, ...
A: Blair, You have a lot of items there to use, I would advise not using all of them at once in a ...
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| Workout | 11/22/2005 |
Q: I think i didn't explain it well enough. I actually meant that if i decide that on monday and ...
A: The problem with doing 3 back lifts and then 3 bicep lifts is that you won't have much left in the ...
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| Flexibility | 11/22/2005 |
Q: I m doing weight lifting . i also wanna more flexible what is the perfect time to do flexibilty ...
A: Arun, Once again, I can't help you out much with all those questions. Flexibility to me is best ...
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| Workout | 11/22/2005 |
Q: What is the perfect way to do the workout like do 1 back exercise 3 sets then do another back ...
A: Arun, It depends on the total purpose of your workout. There also is no 'perfect way' for a workout ...
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| wrist guard | 11/19/2005 |
Q: I have recently bought a pair of wrist guards upon advice to protect my wrists. I have rather small ...
A: Roy, Are you talking about a wrist strap, which is a strap used in lifts like the deadlift? The ...
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| Side lunges | 11/14/2005 |
Q: Hey Rick I have been doing front squats and deadlifts for the past few months as part of my ...
A: Doing a movement like Abduction, or taking your thigh away from you, could offer some benefits for ...
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| muscles | 11/10/2005 |
Q: am trying to jump higher and run faster, i heard that the muslces which do this are the fast twitch ...
A: Fast Twitch muscles are actually a type of muscle fiber, called fast twitch muscle fibers. They are ...
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| weightlifting for my son | 11/8/2005 |
Q: I would like to set up a weightlifting program for my son to increase his overall strength so he can ...
A: Roy, It's best if you seek out an in-person sports performance trainer in your area to do this. ...
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| I am a teenage gymnast and... | 11/5/2005 |
Q: I am a teenage gymnast and am building up my muscles in my stomach and my thighs by working out. I ...
A: Val, You have too many questions here to answer, I'm sorry to say. I can't help you out much unless ...
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| ankle weights | 10/27/2005 |
Q: i have a fifteen pound pair of ankle weights. my dad siad that it's bad to wear them for a prolonged ...
A: Your dad is right, the ankle weights, if worn for a prolonged time, will do more harm than good, ...
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| chest | 10/17/2005 |
Q: How do push-ups play a role? If i go to the gym are they still important? Also, a biceps question. ...
A: Variety is still the answer for you. Add pushups in that mix as well if you'd like, for instance, ...
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| chest | 10/16/2005 |
Q: Are the major and minor pectorals the only muscles in the chest? What is the best way to work out ...
A: Jim, It involves more than just the exercise you're doing. More doesn't always equal better, ...
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| Youth Weightlifting Programs | 10/5/2005 |
Q: Rick, I have a 10 year old son who is a good athelete. He really enjoys football and wants to ...
A: Sorry to be abrupt here, but 10 year olds don't need to worry too much on starting a strength ...
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| strength training for youth | 10/4/2005 |
Q: I have an 11 year old son who plays gold level club soccer, and is interested in strength training ...
A: Ed, Seek out a local strength & conditioning specialist through the NSCA's website, ...
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| push-ups | 9/25/2005 |
Q: good day! i just want to ask what will be the effect of push-ups,pull-ups ,,and how to do it ...
A: Push Ups & Pull Ups will be fine for developing some strength at first, but later on, you will have ...
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| soccer | 9/25/2005 |
Q: I am 18 years old, 5'10, and weight about 143 pounds. I started working out for soccer season, but ...
A: Your questions are going to take too long to answer here, so I suggest reading some guides I have ...
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| Speed Training | 9/23/2005 |
Q: I am a 17 y.o. I do a fair bit of running and have taken to speed training (500m reps at the moment) ...
A: You might want to try running about 5-10 seconds faster than your race pace for the 5K. Your race ...
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| how to spot on deadlift? | 9/20/2005 |
Q: how would you spot a deadlift on a hexagon bar?
A: Try to spot it on the sides, as the bar's design doesn't really allow you to spot the individual. ...
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| low body fat | 9/15/2005 |
Q: I am 19. I have abody fat scale that says my body fat is 14%. How do you get your body fat down ...
A: Watching your calorie intake and increasing the intensity, not so much the duration, of your cardio, ...
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| body building | 9/5/2005 |
Q: I am 20 years old... Male... I am tall, almost 6 feet but weigh only about 64 kgs(not pounds).. I am ...
A: Sorry, but I don't give away free personal training through this with routines and such. What I can ...
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| Fat Burning | 8/30/2005 |
Q: What is the fastest, most efficient fat burning workout? And can I do it at a gym?
A: There is no fastest, fat burning workout, in my opinion. Workouts can be effective, but only if you ...
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| multivitamins | 8/25/2005 |
Q: just a general question. what multivitamin do u use, if any. or what the best one available on the ...
A: I take the generic brands, because essentially they are the same vitamins coming from the same ...
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| abs | 8/15/2005 |
Q: Do you know of a good abdominal exercise that can be done standing up or sitting in a chair? ...
A: There's not much to choose from with just your own bodyweight. A better exercise for standing up is ...
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| Hi,
Im a freshman in highschool,... | 8/12/2005 |
Q: Im a freshman in highschool, 15 years old, I was wondering what is the average amount of push-ups ...
A: There are no real die-hard guidelines to follow, other than beating your own personal bests. Some ...
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| weightlifting | 8/8/2005 |
Q: I'm wanting to starting powerlifting should I do low reps with more weight on everything.
A: Low reps & heavy weight that is near your 1 rep maximum will help develop maximum strength. Its ...
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| weightlifting | 8/7/2005 |
Q: What is the best way for me to get cut and ripped without taking any pills. Should I do alot of ...
A: Jacob, Your questions need more behind it, like what your exact goals are, and where you are at in ...
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| Fitness | 8/4/2005 |
Q: I have no bad health issues. I been lifting for like 3 years and my ? for you is like i been off and ...
A: Mike, Find what your bodyfat % is first before you worry about cutting foods, doing more situps, and ...
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| teach me | 8/1/2005 |
Q: Sir, my age is 21 and I have just started bodybuilding in gym but there is no coach or someone ...
A: Farhan, Send me an email to rkarboviak@hotmail.com, and I will send you a free e-book I made for my ...
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| Excersise and work out schedule | 7/28/2005 |
Q: My name is Mariano. I have a series of questions, which all relate to exercising and working out. ...
A: Mariano, You will feel better once you start making lifestyle changes in the short-term. Stop ...
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| hello | 7/23/2005 |
Q: I am a 25 year old guy and i am conerned about a pot belly and manly boobs that I have developed ...
A: The answer doesn't lie in just one exercise, but in a whole strategy for your fitness needs. I ...
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| Basketball strength training | 7/18/2005 |
Q: I'm a 15 year old rising sophomore in high school. I play varsity basketball. I have been working ...
A: Zain, First of all, good decision on training for basketball over the past year. A lot of kids your ...
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| beginner | 6/30/2005 |
Q: could u first tell me the difference betweeen weight lifting and strength training? isnt weight ...
A: Weight lifting is simply a form of strength training. Strength training is defined as moving a ...
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| Bulking over the summer/conditioning | 6/30/2005 |
Q: Hey, I'm 16, 5'10", 165 lbs and would like to gain maybe 10 pounds in the next two and a half months ...
A: Victor, Your questions are rather in-depth ones that need more than just an email reply for a full ...
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| building muscle | 6/19/2005 |
Q: im 21-male and although ive been doing weights for a few months... im not really that into it and i ...
A: Soreness the day after isn't the truest indication of a great workout. The better way to determine ...
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| Squats-what to do? | 6/14/2005 |
Q: Rick I am training for leg strength and speed for soccer and hockey. I am getting mixed messages on ...
A: From my standpoint, I can only say so much because the exercise, range of motion, and ...
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| abdominal crunches | 6/11/2005 |
Q: when I do crunches and don't put my hands behind my neck to support it, the muscle that runs from ...
A: Try making a fist with one hand, covering it with the other, and putting that connection between ...
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| weightlossing/bodybuilding | 6/7/2005 |
Q: ) My name is KLY I'm 25 male I live in Bahrain in the middle east.. I'm 185cm and 85K and I ...
A: I'm not sure how much I can help you on the weight lifting part, as I don't know which exercises, ...
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| about gaining weight | 5/31/2005 |
Q: i just want to find out what the best way for me to gain weight.i have tried eating alot but it ...
A: Femi, You may think you're eating a lot of food, but it may be surprising to you how much you eat ...
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| Health | 5/23/2005 |
Q: I am not interested in sports but I would like to strengthen my body?I do not like sports because I ...
A: Jack, Might I refer you to my free guide, found at www.thetipedge.com/super7.html ? It gives you ...
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| abs | 5/16/2005 |
Q: Also how long should it take for me to see improvements.Im a model and trying to get better in ...
A: Brittany, A total body workout that includes abdominal training, combined with a quality diet, those ...
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| work out plan | 5/15/2005 |
Q: I am a 37 YO male. I am 6 feet and 184 pounds. waist is 34. My work out goal is to lose about 4 ...
A: Your plan looks like a quality strategy to me, and you should be able to lose 4 pounds in a month ...
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| nutritional supplements | 5/14/2005 |
Q: I started lifting weights around 2 months now. I am very comfortable with my program, and feel that ...
A: Selim, Just eat normal foods, the supplements are mostly wastes of money, and you'd be better off ...
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| soccer | 5/11/2005 |
Q: I want to train for soccer over the summer. I am especially interested in being a goalie or ...
A: I offer phone consultations to go more in-depth in developing a program. In your case, I don't know ...
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| Loss after a break | 5/10/2005 |
Q: well I have been lifting ever since about I was 13 for football. We usually lifted 5 times a week. I ...
A: You won't gain much for strength in the season, the goal should be to maintain it throughout the ...
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| My name is Will, i am 24 years... | 5/10/2005 |
Q: My name is Will, i am 24 years old. I am writing to you asking for advice about my fitness and body ...
A: Will, Building a better, more fit body takes time, and not only a program to follow, but a strategy ...
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| Loss after a break | 5/9/2005 |
Q: do you know why I get about 25 pounds weaker everytime I take about a week off weightlifting? I lift ...
A: I don't know if I can answer your question without knowing more about your lifting history. You ...
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| sweating/cooling | 5/7/2005 |
Q: I know this may not be your specific area, but I thought you might have a thought to share. My ...
A: Lisa, I'm by no means an expert in this area, especially with this kind of condition your son has. ...
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| running and ballet | 5/5/2005 |
Q: I'm looking to become a better runner, and increase my stamina. Can I only do this by running or ...
A: Andrea, Adding strength training to your exercise routine just a couple times per week can add some ...
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| How can I do curls to emphasize... | 5/5/2005 |
Q: How can I do curls to emphasize biceps instead of forearms (other than doing them palms-up, rather ...
A: Try the preacher curl option on a preacher bench. If you don't have that, try a concentration curl, ...
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| getting in shape | 4/28/2005 |
Q: I am your average this-age teen. I, however, have a HUGE problem. I am a little overweight and I ...
A: Syd, You have quite the task to complete in under 2 months, the best I can suggest to you is adding ...
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| Eating and Exercising | 4/28/2005 |
Q: How are you? I was told by a friend that I should not eat anything at all for at least two hours ...
A: Eating before depends on the type of exercise and the intensity of it. For low intensity, long ...
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| abs | 4/27/2005 |
Q: i am 16 and i just started working out my abs, doings crunch's, sit-ups exc. and i noticed right ...
A: Ashlee, Don't forget to train the entire body as well, not just your stomach. Lower back muscles ...
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| Bench Press and Dumbell Press worst exercises | 4/26/2005 |
Q: I can honestly say that the Bench Press and the Dumbell Bench Press are the TWO WORST exercises ...
A: Todd, I think a combo of the two types: Free weights and bodyweight exercises, can both be ...
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| chest mass | 4/26/2005 |
Q: my chest develops much more easily than any other part of my body. so well, that i now want it to ...
A: John, Even though you took off lifting weights, you still strength trained your chest with pushups ...
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| creatine capsules | 4/21/2005 |
Q: I have changed my mind about the creatine, looks as though i was advised by the wrong people. I ...
A: Try to eat the sandwich, or any meal for that matter, about 60-90 minutes before a workout. Reason ...
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| creatine capsules | 4/21/2005 |
Q: i have been training 2-3 days a week, and i recently bought some creatine capsules to help me out. ...
A: Cheebah, I'm not much of an expert on creatine & creatine loading. The best advice I can give is to ...
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| training for sports | 4/18/2005 |
Q: I am petite but I enjoy sports espescially soccer and basketball. However, no matter how hard i try, ...
A: Frequency of workouts depends on primarily your schedule and time availability for training. I ...
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| weight loss for basketball | 4/9/2005 |
Q: I am an 18 year old male, 5'10, and 170 pounds. I was at 195 pounds and have lost, with various ...
A: Ali, A total body emphasis on your strength training workouts will help out. If you just focus on ...
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| Protein Shakes | 4/8/2005 |
Q: How many times a day should i take a Protein Shake? I take now two times a day, once around 12 - 13 ...
A: Daniel, Your question is too open-ended: what's your diet like currently? Do you even need a shake? ...
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| No results | 4/6/2005 |
Q: I am a 14 yr old freshman in a high school that is very competitive athletically, so i started to ...
A: Ben, You can't do the same thing, 3 days in a row, and not give your body a chance to rest & ...
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| combat conditioning | 4/6/2005 |
Q: Rick- After using weights for 10 years my shoulders and knees are beginning to pop and snap. No ...
A: Todd, BW exercises can be a great change & be a great way to add variety to your workout. There are ...
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| Fun or Exercise? | 4/4/2005 |
Q: Do French kids join sports for fun or exercise? What is the difference between american kids and ...
A: Kayla, In my opinion, most kids in America join sports out of parental influence more than anything. ...
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| Exercises to increase vertical jump | 4/3/2005 |
Q: I have a grandson 6 ft 3 in. about 185 lbs in the 8th grade. What exercises would you suggest he do ...
A: Ed, I suggest that he visit with a sports performance expert and get an individualized program setup ...
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| Re: muscles | 3/31/2005 |
Q: I am a 20 woman and I am very muscular. I am only 5 ft. 2 in. I have some fat around my thighs and ...
A: Abigail, I'm not sure where you're coming from where you say you have fat around your thighs and ...
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| I have a physical fitness goal, and I would like to know how to go about reaching it | 3/29/2005 |
Q: My question is, I suppose, pretty straightforward: I'll be attending the United States Naval Academy ...
A: Stephen, I can sort of help you out if you self-test yourself in a 3/4 mile run, a 1 minute push up ...
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| Plyometrics | 3/28/2005 |
Q: Rick I have gotten some success from my weight program in terms of improvement in hockey and indoor ...
A: A good source of plyometric exercises is Jumping Into Plyometrics by Don Chu. I'd suggest visiting ...
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| punching bag | 3/24/2005 |
Q: I am 18 and would like to get a punching bag. is there a certain weight I should start out with? ...
A: Matt, I'd check out some boxing training sites if you can search for any. I'm not a boxing expert ...
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| My training | 3/20/2005 |
Q: I am a 22 year-old male, weigh 70kgs (around 150lbs) and 180cm high (5foot 8? Don't know how to ...
A: Salim, You have a lot of questions that need a lot of answers there. I'll do my best to explain it ...
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| Building Mass | 3/17/2005 |
Q: .. I am a senior in high school from south dakota. i just started lifting again after a 4 month ...
A: Jordan, Don't keep training yourself to failure, its NOT the best way for your young body to grow ...
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| bodybuilding area | 3/16/2005 |
Q: I was wondering what is the best way to build up my upper body using weightlifting techniques, and ...
A: Sam, Train the whole body, not just body parts, is what I recommend. There is no hard & fast rule ...
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| Weights? SAFE | 3/11/2005 |
Q: I have just turned 16 and i want to start weight traning. I weight 74.5 kg and i am 173 cm tall. Now ...
A: Here's some answers for you: 1. Weights will not stunt your growth, it is a myth and a lie. 2. ...
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| Build big muscles in short time | 3/8/2005 |
Q: How to build big muscles in a short time
A: There's too many factors involved in muscle building and growth. There's no secret combo of ...
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| Fit at 39 | 3/4/2005 |
Q: In the show 'Survivor: Palau' there are two 39-year old women both with strong and toned bodies! ...
A: I don't know what exactly to tell you other than this: Stay active with cardiovascular activity, 3-5 ...
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| Training | 3/2/2005 |
Q: Rick After many months of building up my legs and torso(squats,deadlifts 3 sets 10 reps) for indoor ...
A: Your sickness giving you 10 less pounds to work with probably made you feel lighter on your feet, ...
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| Muscle Recovery/ Injury | 2/28/2005 |
Q: An injury occured on my left rotator cuff a couple years ago when im out on the driving range ...
A: Will, Sorry to inform you, but I am not a doctor. I would recommend seeing a physician and being ...
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| Exercise | 2/24/2005 |
Q: If you could only do 1 exercise for chest, would you recommend bench presses or pushups? Answer - ...
A: Pushups are a chest exercise, with assistance from the shoulders and triceps. Your number to shoot ...
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| Exercise | 2/24/2005 |
Q: If you could only do 1 exercise for chest, would you recommend bench presses or pushups?
A: Bob, I'd do the pushup because you engage more of your whole body into stabilizing the whole ...
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| slow growth | 2/18/2005 |
Q: hey there, rick. i was just at the gym, and i was wondering.... how come i can go in there and ...
A: Greg, Strengths & sizes vary from individual to individual, and responses to exercises vary as well. ...
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| training | 2/18/2005 |
Q: I am asking a question about actual training. I am 23, and am in fairly good shape. I used to lift ...
A: Greg, Don't try to be the athlete you once were back in HS, with years gone by of training like ...
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| improving my arm stregth for racket sports | 2/17/2005 |
Q: I just stumbled onto your expert link and thought I'd ask a question. I'm just getting into the ...
A: Glen, A lot of core work for your abs/obliques/lower back region will help in getting more power and ...
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| Most often missed techniques | 2/13/2005 |
Q: I am the captain of the club football team from University Wisconsin Milwaukee. Just wandering if ...
A: Ben, To answer your question in-depth, I'm going to refer you to a free report I have on my website, ...
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| Exercise | 2/3/2005 |
Q: I'm 18 years old 5;7: 140 pounds and I am just wondering if I am overexercising if I go to the gym ...
A: Relax, Rest, & Recover, Justin. More isn't always better, in most cases, its worse. It inhibits ...
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| lazy back | 2/2/2005 |
Q: hey there, Ive been doing yoga on and off for 5 years so my back is pretty flexible however i feel ...
A: Seek the assistance of a personal trainer to tailor a specific program based on your strengths & ...
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| strenght decrease | 1/30/2005 |
Q: Well I eat about 3 meals aday,with two of them with meat. I lift four times a day. Monday and ...
A: You're working your chest muscles 3 days in a row, I think that's the problem there. They need ...
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| strenght decrease | 1/30/2005 |
Q: hey, unfortunatly I still haven't regained any of that strength. Do you know anything that possible ...
A: Are you eating enough food lately? Energy to do lifting can make a big difference in your workouts, ...
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| protein help | 1/26/2005 |
Q: My name is David. Let me summerize everything to make it simple. - i am 18 years old and lifting ...
A: Take one protein shake after your workout, and eat more whole foods. The protein shakes will not ...
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| building muscle | 1/26/2005 |
Q: I was wondering if you could give me a couple good at home excercises that I could do at my house ...
A: Tyler, Check out my free download, at www.thetipedge.com/super7.html. In there I have some ...
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| arm/wrist | 1/25/2005 |
Q: I play a lot of softball and want to strengthen my throwing arm and increase my power when batting. ...
A: The answer to increasing throwing power isn't in the forearms and wrist: its in the abs, back, and ...
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| weightlifting routine | 1/24/2005 |
Q: I am a high school freshman in okay shape who wants to build some strength i play soccer and swim ...
A: I can't give you a specific workout routine, but I can give you a guide to help you out in deciding ...
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| Strenght/Mass | 1/22/2005 |
Q: I was told that lifting very heavy weights with low reps will put mass on your muscles and lifting ...
A: Heavy weight, low reps will build maximum strength overall, and some muscle mass, as it hits the ...
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| strenght decrease | 1/14/2005 |
Q: So how long do you think it will take to regain my strenght, because after a week of lifting, I ...
A: After 2-3 weeks of consecutive lifting and proper rest, you should get back your previous strength. ...
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| Keeping fit | 1/14/2005 |
Q: Ok here's the deal Rick... I'm in college right now and I have been on Winter break for about a ...
A: Most gyms nowadays have those stability balls to do core ab work on, so you shouldn't look out of ...
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| Please help with gaining | 1/10/2005 |
Q: I appreciate your time and help. I have a problem: I can't seem to gain weight and when I do, I ...
A: I have a simple to use guide to help you out in finding the right mix of exercise for you. It can ...
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| Bench press workout | 1/9/2005 |
Q: I was just wondering what is your best bench press workout for increasing weight. Thanks
A: The best way I've seen to increase bench press max's in weight is to follow the "1-6" principle, ...
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| strenght decrease | 1/8/2005 |
Q: for some reason my strength over a short period of time decreased. I took a two week vacation in ...
A: This normally happens if you take an extended break between workouts and consistent lifting. Its ...
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| training for sports | 1/5/2005 |
Q: I compete in a sport where I require explosive movements from my legs. How do I train my legs to be ...
A: Your question is brief but also has a lot of more questions that would need to be answered. I can ...
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| Exercising | 1/2/2005 |
Q: My names Amanda, i'm obviously a female, i'm 15 years old, 5'3", and 105 lbs. I don't take any ...
A: Amanda, I usually give advice to people 18 or older. What I can recommend to you is a free report I ...
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| Help please | 12/29/2004 |
Q: hey Rick! i was wondering if you coud help me with some ideas for soccer condidtioning. I have been ...
A: Gracie, Doing some sprint work, jump roping drills, cutting drills, and ball handling drills should ...
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| muscular physique | 12/19/2004 |
Q: Are overdeveloped muscles permanent? If not, what is the best way to lose them?
A: Jane, The adage 'use it or lose it' applies to muscle mass. If you don't use your muscle, it will ...
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| tennis | 12/17/2004 |
Q: what weight lifting should i do for tennis? i am a 48 yr old male who exercises regularly. thanks ...
A: Sorry, but I'd need some more specific information before I suggest any type of program to you. I ...
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| vertical jump | 12/13/2004 |
Q: what are the best exercises to increase vertical jumping ability?
A: Quite a few exercises can be used, but each has their own use in developing a vertical jump. ...
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| Hockey injuries | 12/12/2004 |
Q: I am male,45,I believe I may have asked you a question before. Anyhoo,I spent the summer getting ...
A: I would advise to do some stretching after your workouts, to keep your flexibility levels up, ...
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| excercise and sports injury | 12/5/2004 |
Q: I hope you can help me. In mid September I pulled my groin on the left side in a kick-boxing class. ...
A: You have to give it some rest in order for it to heal, there's no way around it. I would ask your ...
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| Hello there,
i am getting... | 11/23/2004 |
Q: i am getting to the age where i am becoming quite self concious about my weight...looks etc etc. i ...
A: Danny, I can setup personal training programs through my website, www.thetipedge.com/fitness.html . ...
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| Weight Gain | 11/12/2004 |
Q: I am about 140 lbs, and 16 years old. I play competitive hockey, and would like to gain weight and ...
A: You have a lot of questions in such a broad statement. If you're 16 and currently in hockey, ...
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| Chest | 11/4/2004 |
Q: Hey, i got 2 qeustions for u. The first is how can i gain weight!?!? iv been working out for about 8 ...
A: Mike, Back off on the chest, you may be overloading it too much with that many exercises. Since ...
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| Chest | 11/3/2004 |
Q: Hey, i got 2 qeustions for u. The first is how can i gain weight!?!? iv been working out for about 8 ...
A: Mike, The key to gaining weight is to consume more calories than you burn. There is a 'maintenance' ...
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| Exercise physiology | 11/2/2004 |
Q: How does the body at times of exhaustion gain new energy? Many times this can happen in training ...
A: Mark, I believe you might be referring to the 'second wind' that an athlete might get with training. ...
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| Fitness | 10/30/2004 |
Q: Iam 19 yrs old, i used to play lot of sports in school but iam not able to give time for sports ...
A: Sam, I know what you're going through, after playing sports in HS and getting to college and hardly ...
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| Beginning with weights | 10/23/2004 |
Q: Ok, thanks. I know that you can't spot-reduce fat through cardio workouts. I guess what you're ...
A: Working out your entire body will help your whole body shed the bodyfat stores evenly. ...
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| Beginning with weights | 10/23/2004 |
Q: I'm starting a weight training program and with all the different types of exercises out there, I'm ...
A: Dave, Fat can't be spot-reduced, but an overall, total body training program can help you out the ...
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| Reduce Flabby Stomach | 10/20/2004 |
Q: Lately I'm very busy with my office work. I always came back late. I have no time jogging and any ...
A: Azlim, Good choice for bicycling to work, it makes great use of time for you and your health. ...
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| stretch | 10/13/2004 |
Q: I used to be able to kick my leg up over my head. After years of not doing this, of coarse I can't ...
A: What your friend told you is false from what I've read, studied, and seen firsthand. Flexibility ...
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| Hey
I lift weights but... | 10/12/2004 |
Q: Hey I lift weights but i also do body weight exercises( push ups, etc.). How frequent can body ...
A: Frequency of strength training depends on each individual and the response/recovery rates they have. ...
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| weightlifting for cyclists | 10/12/2004 |
Q: I'm a freshman in college and have recently got involved in competitive road cycling. The collegiate ...
A: Michael, Strength training in the off-season would most certainly be beneficial. A muscular ...
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| cross country and weightlifting | 10/4/2004 |
Q: I go to Lakeside Lutheran High School, and I am the top runner on our team. We are currently ranked ...
A: Zach, The BFS program, in my opinion, is geared towards a generic football player program, and ...
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| treadmills/abs work outs | 10/4/2004 |
Q: When using a treadmill, does your whole body loose fat, since it's a cardio workout? Will I loose ...
A: Lynne, Your treadmill workouts burn both carbohydrates and fat over time. It will help lose bodyfat ...
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| Hey
My question is that... | 10/3/2004 |
Q: Hey My question is that if i am on an sport team and have an game( basketball game) when would ...
A: Leila, Lifting on the day of a game could use up energy you need for the game later on. Typically, ...
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| Body Building!!! | 10/1/2004 |
Q: I´VE BEEN GOING TO THE GYM FOR 2 MONTHS NOW ,AND I´VE SEEN SOME CHANGES IN MY BODY ALREADY. I WEIGHT ...
A: Muscles take TIME to grow, and rest to recuperate. Lifting more often will only break muscle down ...
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| Weight Belt | 9/25/2004 |
Q: I have a grandson who is 13yrs old 6 ft 2 and178 lbs. 2 years ago he started lifting dumb bells and ...
A: Ed, I fully can't answer your question without knowing or consulting with the athlete directly. My ...
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| muscle tone | 9/22/2004 |
Q: in other word more "cut" as in you see many basketball players have. they're muscles are not big as ...
A: The 'cut' look of basketball players is from high intensity sprinting, cutting, and jumping, done at ...
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| gym | 9/22/2004 |
Q: Hey there Rick. Ive been thinking about joining a gym and getting some exercise and looking better. ...
A: Hugh, here are some factors you may ponder on to decide if a gym is good for you: 1. Distance: is ...
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| Power | 9/18/2004 |
Q: Is it true that muscle mass equals power? Let say person 1 has 100 lbs of muscle and can generate ...
A: HC, Your question is loaded with many more, but in my simplest terms, if strength can be developed, ...
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| walking weights | 9/17/2004 |
Q: long time walker.. i want to add some weight (~20 lb) to burn more cal. Not sure whether to opt for ...
A: The vest option would distribute the weight better for you. A weighted belt puts the weight in one ...
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| question | 9/11/2004 |
Q: im 15 and in 9th grade about 5'8 155 pounds. Last year i weighed 180. over the course of the ...
A: Congratulations on the weight loss. You made some good improvements from the way it sounds. The ...
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| help | 9/10/2004 |
Q: sir I regulary do some simple exercise, but i find my buttocks growing big Please suggest me some ...
A: What simple exercises are you referring to? You may need to back off the exercises which affect ...
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| Unfit | 9/5/2004 |
Q: I need some advice on loosing health. I am a 24 yaer old guy and I have a pot belly and manly ...
A: You're 24 and still at a time where you can make rapid changes in your health. First, start by ...
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| Vertical Jump | 8/23/2004 |
Q: I have a grandson who is 13 and is 6 ft. 2 in who wants to be able to dunk a basketball. His ...
A: Dumbbell Squats & Lunges can aid him in developing leg strength. Calf Raises as well can be ...
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| Too many situps? | 7/29/2004 |
Q: I'm 16 and I'm exercising everyday now. I try to beat my number of situps everyday (so I do about 50 ...
A: The only question I have is when will you be tired of doing situps? 1000? 2000? 10000? The key to ...
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| type 2 muscles | 7/24/2004 |
Q: You must know that I am a golf pro. I am interested in learning how to train the fast twist ...
A: HC, The muscles you are referring to are known as Fast-Twitch muscle fibers. Each muscle is ...
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| Exercising.. | 7/23/2004 |
Q: .This is Joe. I am 17 years old and abt 5 6. I want to start going to a gym from now. But some ...
A: Once you grow a certain height, you will NOT get shorter from weightlifting. This is just a crazy ...
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| The order of things | 7/18/2004 |
Q: Hey Rick, I've been wondering about how I should order my workoout routine. Generally I just do all ...
A: My suggestion is to lift first: your muscles are 'freshest' at that time for maximum strength gains ...
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| speed training | 7/17/2004 |
Q: Advice Please My 13 year old son does speed and weight training and is very comitted to football. ...
A: Don, Without really knowing his full speed program he's done, I can't tell you why he is running ...
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| Pull ups and body weight | 7/9/2004 |
Q: Rick, I weigh 177 lbs at 5 feet 7 inches tall. I've been trying to do a pull up on a chin up bar ...
A: Michael, Try building up your strength by doing a pull-up grip on a pulldown machine. Once you ...
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| fittness training | 7/8/2004 |
Q: My name is bo , i am 30 years old and for the first time have started walking/jogging i started 4 ...
A: Try jogging for a set time, and walking for a set time, alternating the two. For example, walk for ...
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| speed-strength | 7/7/2004 |
Q: what is the best aproach to traing for speed strength(general physical attribute) useing ...
A: My opinion on speed-strength is that you can't mix the two together, meaning you can't lift heavy ...
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| cardiovascular training | 6/21/2004 |
Q: Iam a 34 y/o male in decent shape. my problem is that when I get on the treadmill and begin ...
A: You may be starting out too quickly, and may need to build up slowly over your first 5 minutes of ...
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| teen exercise | 6/14/2004 |
Q: I have a 16 year son who is quite athletic. He plays high school football, basketball and runs ...
A: Plyometric workout safety is a concern at any age, and with the sports you mentioned, he's already ...
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| My high school volley ball... | 6/11/2004 |
Q: My high school volley ball coach always had us on a strict weight lifting workout. My arms got ...
A: Claire, Focus on some minor strength training for your chest and back, as you'll use your arms some, ...
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| condition for summer training | 6/8/2004 |
Q: In August i will start summer training for a college marching band. i hear that they're pretty ...
A: I'm not familiar with the training regimens of a marching band, but i imagine doing a lot of ...
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| golf training | 6/5/2004 |
Q: What muscles should I work out for golf (specifically, for being able to hit the ball further off ...
A: Work your 'core' muscles of the abs, hips, lower back,and obliques. Also make sure your lower body ...
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| Supplements | 6/3/2004 |
Q: Karboviak, I am a high school football player looking for a boost in strength. I have been weight ...
A: Jake, I would first take a good look at your training logs to see where you are lagging. If you are ...
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| how do i increase my agility and handspeed? | 6/3/2004 |
Q: what exercises do you recommend for increasing hand speed and hand and eye coordination.Hi, Can ...
A: Some drills/exercises for hand speed and hand-eye coordination can come down to some simple catch & ...
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| how do i increase my agility and handspeed? | 6/3/2004 |
Q: Can you give me some kind of training regarding speed/agility? Also, does being bulky (muscular ...
A: Glen, I don't give out programs through this service, I do offer some online training options ...
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| Running for weight loss and loving it | 5/29/2004 |
Q: I've been running on my treadmill and lifting weights for about a month and a bit in order to lose ...
A: Evan, A good diet & exercise strategy is what you need to lose the 50 pounds, and to make sure the ...
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| Just about training | 5/18/2004 |
Q: I'm 18 yrs of age. I've been out of action for sometime ie sportswise. I cycle almost everyday ...
A: Martin, You can increase your calf size, but more importantly, their function in your sport, by ...
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| Best Biceps Exercise | 5/15/2004 |
Q: Hey, What is the best biceps exercise?
A: DB Hammer Curls, if done in strict form. Don't cheat & swing the weight! Basically start out with ...
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| SPORT SPECIFIC QUESTION | 5/4/2004 |
Q: JUST GETTING BACK INTO THE GYM THIS WEEK AFTER SEVERAL MONTHS OFF. I'M INTERESTED IN TRAINING ...
A: Kevin, There's only so much I can say in an email. Since its been a while for your cycling, I ...
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| football or cross country? | 5/2/2004 |
Q: Summer is nearly here and school is in it's last few weeks. Now is the time where students like me ...
A: Being a former XC coach, I'd normally coax you into going out for XC. But, for the performance side ...
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| Is squats bad for knees? | 4/29/2004 |
Q: I would like to ask the following if possible. I am a male age 41 years old. I would like to know ...
A: Eddie, I can't really say they're bad for your knees unless I asked you if you've had any major knee ...
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| Exercising | 4/23/2004 |
Q: May you tell me any exercises that will strengtyhen my abs and arms. Please nothe that I don't have ...
A: A few bodyweight exercises, such as lunges, squats, pushups, situps, and pull-ups are at your ...
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| Hello.
Im am a 19,weigh... | 4/23/2004 |
Q: Im am a 19,weigh 85 kg and am 5 feet 11. Iv been running 5 miles 3 times a week for a couple of ...
A: The addition of 1.1 kg weights to your 3K run is too much weight to carry around on your ankles. My ...
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| Exercising | 4/23/2004 |
Q: May you tell me any exercises that will strengtyhen my abs and arms. Please nothe that I don't have ...
A: Brandon, By purchasing a set of adjustable weight dumbbells, plus a stability ball, you'll have ...
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| speed training | 4/22/2004 |
Q: I am currentyl starting a speed training program, to strengthen my legs and increase my speed and 40 ...
A: Chris, I'd first have to know what your current plan is, and offer advice after that. I just can't ...
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| chest press | 4/20/2004 |
Q: I want to build up my chest and have been doing incline and decline dumbell chest press for a while. ...
A: Harry, What kind of frequency are you lifting at, and what kinds of sets/reps are you doing for ...
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| How good are pull ups as part... | 4/12/2004 |
Q: How good are pull ups as part of a work out routine? I play college tennis and dont want to stiffen ...
A: Don, Pullups are okay, but they can be hard if you can only do a few of them. If you max out on 1, ...
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| Biceps | 4/12/2004 |
Q: I am working heavily on biceps. I am 15 years old. What are some ways that I can get them big? I ...
A: Zach, You need more weight, less reps, and less workouts. Also, doing a total-body workout at least ...
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| overcoming plateuas | 4/11/2004 |
Q: Sorry, my bench max is somewhere from 275 to 285. My bench workout consists of Monday and Thursday ...
A: Mike, You're doing TOO much for your chest. Flat on Mon/Thurs, plus Incline & Decline on Tuesday & ...
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| after workouts | 3/26/2004 |
Q: Hey, hows it going? My question is a simple one but has remained unanswered. I have had many times ...
A: Chances are, your cardio workouts are wearing you out too much, & when you start lifting, you don't ...
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| speed | 3/24/2004 |
Q: i need to incease my speed for football. im 15 i weigh 185 lbs and i bench 235. More specifically ...
A: You need to convert your squatting strength to more 'usable' strength. I just came from a workshop, ...
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| Mayville State University | 3/24/2004 |
Q: If this is the same Rick Karboviak that attended MaSU I would love for you to contact your old buddy ...
A: Sledge-hammer, its RICKSHAW here! Just moved to Thief River Falls, MN, working for a new Frappier ...
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| Creatine | 3/18/2004 |
Q: Hey Rick How r ya. Do i have a question 4 u. I m 28 into bodybuilding but does not have good body. I ...
A: Sean, What I tell most clients is to do the most research you can on ANYTHING before you make the ...
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| Muscle Gain | 3/17/2004 |
Q: I m 28 male from Ontario, My problem is that i started to workout 4 years back I m a regular trainer ...
A: Wayne, Without knowing more of your background and history of working out. You mention a 1.5 hour ...
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| Need help | 3/12/2004 |
Q: My name is kevin and i have been lifting weights for 1 year. Im 17 year old and 140 pounds. I am ...
A: Kevin, I don't give workouts through this Q&A section, although I do provide it for a service at ...
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| Weightless exercises | 3/11/2004 |
Q: Karboviak I am an amateur weightlifter with a very busy schedule. I would be very grateful to know ...
A: Brian, If you're talking just bodyweight exercises, one of the best I found was the US Navy SEALs ...
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| toning | 3/10/2004 |
Q: What's the best way to get rid of flab around the arms? I've been doing curls and pushups for a ...
A: J. Mo, One of the best ways to lose bodyfat is to do aerobic activity in interval paces, usually an ...
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| Cell-Tech | 3/8/2004 |
Q: I am a sophmore in High school and i am going to be playing center for the varsity team next year. I ...
A: Scott, your question is a bit loaded there, I'll try to keep it simple: 1. If your squat and bench ...
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| weight lifting | 3/6/2004 |
Q: Basically all I have is to 15 pound dumbells and an easy curl bar, and i need to get bigger and ...
A: You can start out with those weights, but I would advise getting a set of adjustable dumbbell ...
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| motion sickness | 3/4/2004 |
Q: "hello, when i exercise i do a round of squats,but when i do them i get motion sick! got any ...
A: I haven't watched you workout, but I would suspect that you may be lifting at too fast of a tempo. ...
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| need help | 3/4/2004 |
Q: What kind of a weight training / cardio split you would you recommend for someone whose primary aim ...
A: A six days/week plan of alternating short, high intensity cardio days and 45-60 minute workout days ...
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| starting to weightlift. | 3/3/2004 |
Q: I'm 21 y/o m and weigh 69kgs(152.2 lbs) and am 180cm (5.9feets on my calculator -dunno about ...
A: selim, You have a lot of questions there. Might I suggest a few things: 1. Your cardio (running, ...
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| Speed | 3/3/2004 |
Q: I'm wanting to improve my speed over 60m. I'm currently not very fast but with very good stamina. ...
A: Will, I'd suggest doing some sprint work and speed training at least 2 times, if not 3 times a week, ...
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| Agility and strength training in children | 3/2/2004 |
Q: I'am preparing a study looking at improving agility in children through strength training. Was ...
A: Alan, You can look at www.nsca-lift.org and do a search through their journals. Pertaining to your ...
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| weights for kids | 3/1/2004 |
Q: My daughter turned 12 last Nov.03. She plays tennis competively. She trains 12 hrs/week almost ...
A: Ramon, You could have her start out with some bodyweight resistance exercises for her entire body, ...
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| Weight Gain | 2/25/2004 |
Q: I am a female and soon to be 44 years old. I've always been in pretty good shape but last summer a ...
A: Brenda, You most likely have lost bodyfat, but gained muscle mass from your workouts. I don't know ...
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| too much exercise? | 2/20/2004 |
Q: I have lost 100 pounds by myself in the last 15 months by way of a sensible balanced eating plan ( ...
A: Beth, I always go to the old adage, "If it ain't broke, don't fix it!", especially when it comes to ...
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| Speed Training for 12-14 year old football players | 2/17/2004 |
Q: Do you have any recommendations on the proper training techniques to improve running form and ...
A: Kenny, Just some quick pointers to keep in focus regarding your1. Strength is essential for speed ...
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