BodyBuilding Success

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"Bodybuilding Quote #30

Do not pray for easy lives. Pray to be stronger men. - John F. Kennedy"

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"Bodybuilding Success #43

100 LB Barbell Curl"  

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“Bodybuilding Tip #43

Do light rotator cuff exercises.”

The primary function of the rotator cuff is to stabilize the shoulders. The rotator cuff is often neglected, and thus injured. For this reason, it is important to properly warmup rotator cuff before doing "push" routines, involving the chest and shoulder muscle groups. The best way to warmup the rotator cuff is doing external rotation using a resistance band or a cable attached to a pulley with about 5-10 lbs of resistance. DO NOT USE A HEAVY WEIGHT! 

You can find more information here:

 http://health.howstuffworks.com/wellness/diet-fitness/exercise/shoulder-exercises6.htm

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How bad do you want it? Part Two.

Some many remember the video of Eric Thomas giving his motivational speech. This is Part Two, that was just released, featuring the same athlete. Those who missed Part One can find it here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-raYgOmYPvQ 

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Sergio Oliva Essen, Germany 1972

No one else could pull off this pose quite like Sergio. 

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"Bodybuilding Quote #29

I don't do this to be healthy, I do this to get big muscles. - Markus Ruhl"

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"Bodybuilding Quote #28

If you don't follow a good nutritional plan, you're bodybuilding with one arm behind your back. - Shawn Ray"

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"Bodybuilding Tip #42

Do not ignore your weakest muscle groups."

You're only as strong as your weakest link. It is important to work all muscle groups equally and with the same volume and frequency. Do not choose to ignore the smaller muscle groups like calves or forearms. 

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"Bodybuilding Success #42

Being proud of your physique."

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'Bodybuilding Did You Know? #5

You can't convert fat to muscle."

Fat and Muscle are two completely different entities. Muscle is an active tissue while fat is used to store excess calories as an energy source. It is almost impossible to achieve both losing fat and gaining muscle at the same time. The reason for this is in order to burn fat, you must deplete yourself of calories. Growth of muscle, requires extra calories. Two things to correct are diet and routine. Please have a look at the Nutrition post. 

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"Bodybuilding Quote #27

You can't climb the ladder of success with your hands in your pockets. - Arnold Schwarzenegger"

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"Bodybuilding Tip #41

Use correct form when squatting."

I can't stress this one enough. Every time I go to the gym, I see people who don't squat with proper form. The full squat means going below parallel- this is done by having your hip below your knee joint. This full squat will have the most benefits and be the most effective for building muscle and strength. Of course, due to larger range of motion, this exercise is more difficult and so you won't be able to do as much weight. 

There are a few videos on this page with the correct squat form. Please have a look before you go. 

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"Bodybuilding Success #41

Squatting 2x your bodyweight."

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T-Shirts

            We just made a T-Shirt shop with some T-Shirts and Muscle Shirts that have quotes related to Bodybuilding. I tried to keep the price as low as possible. Have a look!

I do believe shipping to US is free. International shipping is a little pricey but out of my control. 

http://bodybuildingsuccess.spreadshirt.com/

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"Bodybuilding Quote #26

If you think you can do it, your body will find a way to make it happen. - Greg Plitt."

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Some of you might know who Zack Khan is. He is an amazing IFBB pro bodybuilder who has a natural talent for motivation in the gym. Find out more about Zack Khan here: http://www.zackkingkhan.com/

At my request, good friend of mine made this compilation of his words to listen to in the gym. It is uploaded on youtube as seen above (it starts at about 0:20). It would be great if you can show him some love. There is a download link in the description of the Youtube video for the mp3 file. Throw it on your iPod and I guarantee you will hit some PRs!

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"Bodybuilding Tip #40

Count calories."

 One of the most common questions I get is why am I not losing or gaining weight. It might be a good idea to start actually counting your daily calorie intake. You may be surprised at how little or how much you are getting. For those who want to gain weight, you need to eat more than you use. For those who want to lose weight, you need to take in less calories than you use. We describe this in much more detail in the Nutrition post. 

Another common question I get is what calorie counter to use. I use "MyFitnessPal" personally.