Health & Fitness Blog — Workout Tips

Are you a new bodybuilder? Maybe you're young and new to lifting or someone looking for motivation to get into the best shape of your life. Whether you're looking to become a pro bodybuilder or want to stick to amateur bodybuilder competitions, you'll need to know these topics.   What is Bodybuilding? Bodybuilding is a sport and a form of physical fitness that focuses on developing and sculpting one's muscles through resistance training, diet, and specific workout routines. The primary goal of bodybuilding is to increase muscle size, strength, and definition, creating a well-proportioned and aesthetically pleasing physique. Bodybuilders typically...

Bodybuilders know that their lifestyle and their goals are a journey. And some big steps in that journey are training, nutrition, and discipline. Another step is pre-workout supplements. They play a pivotal role in optimizing your performance and results in order to get you to where you want to be. In the quest for maximizing gains and pushing beyond your limits, pre-workout supplements can be a game-changer. They are specifically formulated to provide the fuel, focus, and energy needed to crush your workouts and achieve your bodybuilding goals. Whether you're a seasoned competitor or a dedicated enthusiast, understanding the benefits...

Written by Justin Harris and Team 1D   What is Fasted Cardio? Fasted cardio refers to doing a cardiovascular exercise, such as running or cycling, on an empty stomach or after fasting. On the other hand, regular cardio refers to cardiovascular exercise at any time, whether before or after eating.   What Are the Claimed Benefits of Fasted Cardio? While there are some potential benefits to fasted cardio, such as increased fat burning and improved insulin sensitivity, the evidence is mixed and the effects may not be significant for everyone. Here are some potential benefits of fasted cardio compared to normal...

Written by Justin Harris and Team 1D   I'd probably prefer you dropped down to 5x a week of training, but that's my personal preference. I just have found that 4-5x a week of training is where people make the most optimal size gains.  I understand that people enjoy training sometimes too much to only go 4x a week, so that's why I say 4-5, but if I really analyze who's grown the most over all the years, it's the people going very hard 4x a week. 5x a week on occasion, but I really haven't seen the improvement with people...