Situated halfway between the gym and the nightclub, pre-workout supplements have taken on a remarkable popularity amongst gym goers in recent years. Labelled with 'hardcore' names such as 'Anarchy', 'Mr. Hyde' or 'Rage', the pre-workout supplement has become a staple amongst portions of the lifting community. Indeed, one may be forgiven for thinking that bodybuilders,… Continue reading A History of Pre-Workout Supplements
The early forerunners of bodybuilding were adventurous in every sense of the word. From 20 rep squats to raw meat, these men and women stopped at nothing in the pursuit of pure, unadulterated muscle. For muscle anoraks like me, this pursuit resulted in a series of supplements being used, which of course, had varying levels… Continue reading Old School Supplements: Choline and Inositol
Our latest post comes from the wonderful and talented Samantha Olivier from Ripped.me. We’re delighted to have Samantha featured on the site again and know you’ll enjoy her latest piece. There is quite a bit of hearsay as well as a slew of myths that obfuscate the truth behind supplements. Well, I would ignore the things you’ve heard through… Continue reading Guest Post: The Evolution of Supplements
Workout supplements can be a minefield to understand. With so many horror stories out there, a lot of us steer clear of supplements altogether. It might be worth reconsidering your aversion, though. When done right, supplements can be a fantastic addition to your exercise routine. Not only that, but they can also help you receive… Continue reading Everything you Needed to Know About Supplements
In recent years, the amount of people taking supplements for fitness purposes has risen tenfold. They can increase strength, energy and focus during your workouts. Some can even support muscle growth, enhance the immune system and improve joints. So it’s not hard to see why they have become so popular. But when all supplements claim… Continue reading Don’t Buy Supplements Without Reading This First!
Unless you've been living under a rock, you will be well aware that protein powders are big business. Nowadays protein powders, bars and even brownies can be picked up in airports, gas stations and local convenience stores. Gone are the days when your Whey protein was sold in a shady part of town by a… Continue reading Soy, Science and Selling: Bob Hoffman’s Hi-Proteen Powder
There are a ton of options out there… // Source It’s such a crowded market out there that it can be hard to know what to listen too. Hundreds of different forums and sites will each offer unique advice, but how do you know what’s true? Well, arguably, none of it is true. Every single… Continue reading How Do I Know Which Supplements Are Right For Me?
If you enjoy a fitness lifestyle, there is no doubt that you will already know about the benefits of whey protein. But, are you aware of how long it has been around? It might be a lot longer than you think. Today, I’m going to give you a potted history of whey protein, and reveal… Continue reading A Potted History Of Whey Protein
The history of Bodybuilding and Physical Culture is full of those great 'what if' moments. What if Joe Gold never opened Gold's Gym? What if Arnold never took up the sport? And what if drugs never infiltrated physique competitions? Another great 'what if' moment that many of us are unaware of comes from the 1940s,… Continue reading Muscle and Nutrition: When Paul Bragg met Bob Hoffman
