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Hydration for  Mass Building

Hydration for Mass Building

on Mar 30 2020
Hydration For Mass Building When you’re bulking, you’ll need to keep yourself well hydrated. 1.5 – 2 litres per day or 6-8 glasses of water. To increase your caloric intake, you could also drink milk for additional protein – a perfect evening drink before bed to keep that protein synthesis in the black. You could consider a product such as Micellar Casein, for a tasty slow releasing protein powder. Fruit juices can add extra sugar which can be useful post-workout, but limit this to once or twice per week.
4 Week Bulking Transformation Diet

4 Week Bulking Transformation Diet

on Mar 30 2020
Key Points On Bulking The bulk phase – the big feed. Bulk it out then lean up with a cut. To smash the bulk phase, you need to train like you mean it and feed like you need it. Bulking isn’t about eating as much, of whatever you want. It’s about feeding the muscle growth. Check out our top nutrition tips to support your bulking diet. Try the Supps247 Personal Trainer 4 week bulking diet plan. Breakfast options – select one from the following list each day. 6 egg omelette with spinach (approx. 564 kcal) 2 scoop Mass gainer Large portion of granola, whole milk and sliced banana (approx. 750 kcal) 1 or 2 bagels with peanut butter (approx. 380/760 kcal) 2 Poached eggs, salmon and avocado (approx. 550 kcal) Morning meal/snack options – combine these to increase calories if needed Progain flapjack (approx. 324 kcal) test booster 2 Tabs + 5g Creatine Progain extreme shake (600 kcal) Handful of almonds (approx. 92 kcal per serving) Apple with peanut butter (approx. 200 kcal) Small portion of chicken breast, tomatoes, celery and brown rice (approx. 450 kcal) Lunch Options Double chicken breast, broccoli and rice (approx. 700 kcal) Salmon, sweet potatoes and sesame seeds (approx. 700 kcal) Chicken breast, salsa, brown rice and peppers (approx. 720 kcal) Vegetarian bean chili burritos (approx. 900 kcal) Tinned tuna, quinoa, avocado and broccoli (approx. 500 kcal) 2 scoops for mass gainer Snack options (select 1 or 2 per day depending on calories) Dark chocolate (a single ounce is 153 kcal. Eat as much as your surplus allows) Mass gainer shake (approx. 600 kcal) Cup of mixed nuts (approx. 640 kcal) Beef Jerky (approx. 410 kcal) 1 scoop Branch chain Amino acids Dinner options Tuna steak with olive oil, two sweet potatoes and quinoa (approx. 800 kcal) Sirloin steak, white rice and fried egg (approx. 950 kcal) Burger with lean beef, fries, white bread roll, cup of green beans (approx. 1450 kcal) Tuna, pasta and Bolognese sauce (approx. 600 kcal) Chili con carne with rolls of bread (approx. 700 kcal) 1 scoop casein Protein
4 Ways To Avoid The Post-Protein-Shake Bloat

4 Ways To Avoid The Post-Protein-Shake Bloat

on Mar 30 2020
4 Ways To Avoid The Post-Protein-Shake Bloat Protein shakes can be a good on-the-go meal or a reliable protein supplement that helps build lean muscle tissue. This is the most popular among bodybuilder but also consumed by people who want to maintain general fitness. Some people find that protein shakes leave them feeling bloated. In This Blog , we will work and try to explain how to avoid this common side effect for some people . Go “sugar alcohol” free. Sugar alcohols are neither sugars nor alcohols. They are carbohydrates that the body does not completely absorb and metabolize, and for some people this can cause gas, bloating—even diarrhea.Your best bet is to skip protein shakes that contain ingredients such as: sorbitol, mannitol, xylitol, maltitol, maltitol syrup, lactitol, erythritol, isomalt and hydrogenated starch hydrolysates. 2.Adjust to fiber shakes. If you normally don’t get much fiber in your diet, drinking high-fiber protein shakes can initially cause some gas and bloating. That doesn’t mean you should avoid shakes containing fiber since fiber offers all kinds of health benefits and most of us need to get more in our diet. Instead, have a quarter serving of shake on the first day, have a half-serving the next day or so and gradually increase to a full shake serving in 5 to 7 days. By letting your body adjust the added fiber should not cause you any discomfort. 3. Not so frothy. The longer you blend your shake the more air you whip into it and the more air you’ll swallow. Make your shake super-smooth and you won’t walk around afterwards feeling bloated 4.Slow down. Quickly gulping down your shake can leave you uncomfortably gassy and bloated. The solution: Sip more slowly and you won’t swallow as much excess air. There some foods to avoid Gas and Bloat Adding Digestive Enzymes will be great help : Having these enzymes with high protein meals will help you break down the food and avoid indigestion or any other issue that cause bloating.
Your First Line of Defense Against Viral Infections

Your First Line of Defense Against Viral Infections

on Mar 27 2020
Your First Line of Defense Against Viral Infections The worldwide pandemic due to the novel COVID-19 coronavirus has brought focus to prevention – both in terms of reducing the risk of infection through “social distancing” and good hygiene as well as measures to bolster the immune system. But even before our immune system comes in contact with a coronavirus or any microorganism, there are natural barriers to infection. As it relates to COVID-19, the first line of defense is the lining of the airways or respiratory tract – nasal cavity, sinuses, throat, trachea, and bronchi.
What Are BCAA Supplements?

What Are BCAA Supplements?

on Mar 27 2020
Details BCAAs include three essential amino acids: valine, leucine and isoleucine — all of which have a branched chemical structure The supplements typically supply twice as much leucine than isoleucine or valine, which is sometimes referred to as a 2:1:1 ratio. This is because leucine may be especially good at stimulating protein synthesis and suppressing the breakdown of muscle protein Take during exercise Taking BCAAs during workouts has been studied a little in endurance training, such as distance running and cycling.

What is Amino acids ?

on Mar 27 2020
Amino acids are organic compounds used as the building blocks of proteins. And proteins are the most abundant biological macromolecules found in our cells. Nearly every process within a cell requires proteins. They are found in all cells, and have many diverse and vital roles including as enzymes, hormones, transporters, receptors, and muscle fibres. Proteins are essentially the molecular tools used to express the genetic information within cells.

4 week Keto Meal Plan

on Mar 18 2020
4 week Keto Meal Plan Breakfast :Egg muffins with Cheddar cheese, spinach, and sun-dried tomatoes Lunch : Spiced cauliflowersoup with bacon pieces or tofu cubes Dinner: Garlic and herb buttered shrimp with zucchini noodles Snacks: Roast turkey, cucumber, and cheese roll-ups Sticks of celery and pepper with guacamole Supplements to add for Keto Diet Omega 3 , 6 and 9 Fatty Acid : Omega-3 fatty acid supplements, such as fish or krill oil, are rich in the omega-3 fatty acids eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), which benefit health in many ways. EPA and DHA have been found to reduce inflammation, lower heart disease risk and prevent mental decline . Western diets tend to be higher in omega-6 fatty acids (found in foods like vegetable oils and processed foods) and lower in omega-3s (found in fatty fish). This imbalance can promote inflammation in the body and has been linked to an increase in many inflammatory diseases. Greens Powder : Increasing vegetable intake is something that everyone should focus on. Vegetables contain a wide variety of vitamins, minerals and powerful plant compounds that can fight inflammation, lower disease risk and help your body function at optimal levels. Though not everyone following a keto diet is necessarily lacking in their vegetable intake, this eating plan does make it more difficult to consume enough plant foods. A quick and easy way to boost your vegetable intake is by adding a greens powder to your supplement regimen. Creatine monohydrate: Creatine monohydrate is an extensively researched dietary supplement that has been shown to promote muscle gain, improve exercise performance and increase strength. Caffeine: An extra cup of coffee or green tea can benefit athletic performance and boost energy levels, especially in athletes transitioning to a keto diet (25Trusted Source). Branched-chain amino acids (BCAAs): Branched-chain amino acid supplements have been found to reduce exercise-related muscle damage, muscle soreness and fatigue during exercise HMB (beta-hydroxy beta-methylbutyrate): HMB may help decrease muscle loss and increase muscle mass, especially in those who are just beginning an exercise program or increasing the intensity of their workouts Beta-alanine: Supplementing with the amino acid beta-alanine may help prevent fatigue and muscle burnout when following a ketogenic diet

What is a keto meal?

on Mar 18 2020
What is a keto meal? A keto meal is one that contains under 50 g of total carbs or contributes about 30 g of net carbs per day. Net carbs are total carbs minus the fiber. Fiber is present in plants and is important to include in a keto diet because fiber protects gut bacteria, improves digestive function, and helps prevent constipation. In the keto diet, the majority of daily calories come from fats, while lesser amounts come from proteins. Meat, fish, eggs, and dairy feature heavily in the keto diet. When the body cannot rely on carbohydrates for energy, it must burn fat for fuel. This results in a buildup of acids called ketones in the body. This results in a bodily state of ketosis. You can also use lean Protein with no carbs in it to make it easy for you. By Doing this you can add more protein without adding more calories. Sample meal plan for

Green Tea Benefits

on Feb 24 2020
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