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Intensity: either show up with it or get the hell out of the way.
by Andrew Frisella on Feb 01, 2010, under Motivation
What’s up with the people that go to gyms these days? I train at a “big box” gym and I am consistently puzzled by the number of people who obviously have no real desire to be there, but insist on making it their nightly hang out anyway. You know who I’m talking about; the ones [...]
Hey Brett, my name is Jeff. I’m 25 years old and I’ve been weight training since high school. Lately I’ve gotten really serious with my training and people at the gym keep telling me I need to compete. It’s something I think I want to do, but don’t know where to start.
by Brett Becker on Jan 29, 2010, under Customer Q & A
That is a question I get a lot from guys your age. First thing you need to do, if you haven’t already, is attend a bodybuilding show. Ask around your gym about what shows are coming up in the area. It’s a good idea to go to a bodybuilding competition as a spectator [...]
A Week in the Life of a Bikini Champion!
by Gillian Risebury on Jan 27, 2010, under Femme Phorm
I often get asked how I manage to juggle all of my obligations and stay in great shape! Let me tell you, some days, it’s a little crazy, but when you have a goal, you make it happen no matter what! In addition to being a mom to a busy two-year old boy [...]
I read on your blog that Ignition/Phormula-1 should not be used directly after a cardio workout. Why is this? I do a lot of running and I am trying to lose some weight. I do some lifting but I am really just trying to be lean and not looking to put on a lot of muscle. I guess my basic question is how should I be using Ignition/Phormula-1 most effectively if I do mostly cardio workouts?
by Andrew Frisella on Jan 21, 2010, under Customer Q & A
First off, if you are looking at getting lean, putting on muscle should be a priority not an afterthought. If you want to be lean and you do just cardio you aren’t going to get there. Cardio burns both muscle and fat, not just fat like most people think. If you aren’t training your muscles [...]
Your First Physique Competition—A “How To” Guide
by Gillian Risebury on Jan 18, 2010, under Physique Competition
I get asked a lot of fitness and nutrition questions but one of the most popular questions I get asked is, “How do I get started in physique competitions?” The decision to prepare for and enter a physique competition can be a daunting one, but I’m here to let you know that it is [...]
2010: A Work In Progress
by Brett Becker on Jan 14, 2010, under Becker Built
I want to start this blog by wishing everyone a Happy New Year! 2010 is here, and frankly, it’s time to get my ass in gear! The holidays were great, especially the time spent with my 23 month old son, Brady, and of course Gillian, my beautiful partner in crime. The beginning [...]
Creating Leverage For a Tremendous 2010
by Andrew Frisella on Jan 06, 2010, under Motivation
Here we are again, the beginning of a new year, a new decade and new opportunities. It seems like only yesterday we were celebrating the dawn of a new millennium. Yet, here we are 10 years later at the start of a brand new decade. Man, time sure does fly. One thing we Americans [...]
Your New Years Resolution: Eat More Fast Food!!
by Andrew Frisella on Dec 30, 2009, under Motivation
Seriously? Did I really just see a Taco Bell commercial touting the weight loss benefits of eating there everyday? Yep, I sure did. I am sitting here in my office working and I have the Miami/Wisconsin bowl game on and on comes this commercial for this lady who lost like 30 lbs over THREE YEARS [...]
Make It Happen in 2010!
by Gillian Risebury on Dec 28, 2009, under Motivation, Women's Fitness
Hey everyone! The New Year is upon us and if you are like many people, it is once again time to sit down and decide what you will resolve to do in the next 365 days. I recently read a study that cited 85% of Americans who make New Year’s resolutions dedicate their [...]
H.I.I.T Me Baby! A Guide to HIIT (High Intensity Interval Training)
by Gillian Risebury on Dec 05, 2009, under Women's Fitness, Workouts
Hey everyone! I hope you are working your tails off to make sure you achieved all your goals for 2009! It’s almost time for a new year and a whole new set of resolutions! As for me, I got some amazing news this week—I was selected to receive a sponsorship for 2010 [...]