While your efforts to become a successful natural bodybuilder will necessitate following a program of training that is specifically designed to build muscle mass, it is important to appreciate that living a generally healthy lifestyle is a central part of achieving balance and happiness as well.
So, while weights and the like are an essential part [...]
Cortisol is a hormone that is produced by the adrenal cortex, which is part of the adrenal gland. It is a hormone that is often referred to as the ‘stress’ hormone which increases both blood sugar levels and pressure, while also reducing the effectiveness of your immune system.
Perhaps the most important thing about cortisol is [...]
Where do ‘hardgainers’ fit into this picture?
The popular perception of a hardgainer is of an individual who can work out regularly with weights for weeks on end and hardly see any improvement in muscle mass other than a slight increase in muscle tone quality.
The classic hardgainer is also most commonly the classic ectomorph, the [...]
As previously suggested, the basic concept of bodybuilding is that bodybuilders (whether professional or amateur) increase their muscle mass while reducing fat levels with the basic objective of looking strong, athletic and generally well muscled.
In order to achieve their objectives, it is therefore necessary for a bodybuilder to work on developing their musculature. In short, [...]
