Understanding the Basics of Hypertrophy: What is hypertrophy? Hypertrophy describes the process of building muscle and losing fat. Becoming good at building muscle essentially describes having achieved a physique that is both low in fat and high in muscle. Becoming a successful bodybuilder often entails learning how to tweak your diet for maximum effectiveness and…
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My Beginner to 4+Year Glutes Transformation
I decided to dedicate another blog entry to my fitness transformation, however this post is just for the glutes. The pictures on the left were taken when I first started taking my training seriously but I did not do any isolation work on my glutes, I even thought they were ugly to have. I was…
3 Easy Lentil-Based Recipes (Healthy and Tasty)
Recipe: Lebanese Lentil and Rice Dish Serving Size: 3 servings Total Preparation Time: 60 minutes Ingredients: 2 cups of Brown Rice 1 1/2 cup of Lentils 1/2 medium sliced onion 2 small garlic cloves Seasoning: Cumin Sea Salt Black Pepper (Optional) Instructions: Rinse Lentils and Brown rice. Place Lentils in a pan with boiling water…
7 Gym Skin Care Rules for a Clearer Complexion
We all go to the gym to feel and look our absolute best, yet how often do we pay attention to our skin while we are working out? I, for instance, always focus on getting the best amount of repetitions, high amounts of volume and the best possible training while I am at the gym….
5 Empowering Fitness Lessons (Vegan Bodybuilding)
In order to provide you, my readers, with clarity on a subject that I find that I can talk about for hours, I would first like to identify a problem I see a lot and that is overthinking your lifestyle, whether you are a Vegan or a well-seasoned gym-goer, beginner and even runner. For some…
2 Fit-friendly Vegan Pancake Recipes
Fluffy Fruit Buckwheat Pancakes Total Preparation Time: 30 minutes Serving Size: 5 pancakes Ingredients: -1/2 Orgran Pancake Mix (any brand that make egg/dairy-free pancake mixes will work if this brand is not at your local store) -1 Flegg (Vegan Substitute for Egg) (Mix 1 tbsp of Flax Seeds with 3 tablespoons of water. Allow to…
3 Specific Training Tips for Increasing Size (As a Vegan)
Every diet comes with it’s own set of pros and cons. A Vegan Diet has its own set of limitations that can be worked on and turned into strengths. Despite the fact that not many people follow a Vegan diet, it can serve as a shortcut to strength and muscle building. What can you do…
How I Trained for My First 10k in 3 Weeks as a Vegan
Hey guys, As a self-professed gym junkie, I struggle between trying out new things and being repetitive with my routines. I thus took the chance in training for a 10 k with only three weeks of training. My levels of fitness are pretty much fit as I lift weights around 5-6 times a week and…
4 Nutrition Tips for a Healthy Vegan Lifestyle
Hey guys, Whether you are an avid gym goer, an athlete or somebody who is interested in cutting out animal-based products from your diet, going Vegan has benefits that are worth the sacrifice. On top of feeling healthier and more radiant, a Vegan diet can promote longevity, good health and non-cruelty towards animals. Whether you…
Breakfast and Lunch Ideas for Vegans
Breakfast: Oatmeal with Peanut Butter and Fruits Serving Size: 1 portion Ingredients: 1/2 cup old-fashioned oats 1 cup almond Milk 1 tablespoon of Peanut Butter dash of cinnamon (optional) 1/2 tsp of salt (optional) 1/2 mango, sliced and cubed 1/2 green apple, sliced and cubed Instructions Combine oats with almond milk in pan. Heat for 5 minutes. Add salt and…
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