Monthly Archives: June 2009

Is it true that that if I lift weights I’ll become bulky like a guy? All the girls at work say that I shouldn’t lift because I will end up looking like a guy.

Posted on June 27, 2009 by Andrew Frisella

Absolutely, positively NOT TRUE! Lifting is absolutely necessary to achieve a lean toned look. I had a question like this not too long ago, you can read about it here. This is one of the biggest misconceptions about weight lifting … Continue reading →

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I have read a lot of different things when it comes to the most effective cardio routine. I have heard from some that eating a little before you do cardio will help spare muscle. I have also heard that cardio on an empty stomach is the only way to go when it comes to fat loss. Which method is the best?

Posted on June 24, 2009 by Andrew Frisella

There are basically two schools of thought when it comes to doing cardio. One method, the old school method, is to do low-moderate intensity cardio for a 45-60 minute duration on an empty stomach first thing in the morning. This … Continue reading →

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I find it really hard to get motivated to train consistently. I will do well for a week and then skip a week and so on. I really do want to be consistent, but with work and a family it’s hard to do. Can you give me any tips that will help me stay more consistent?

Posted on June 21, 2009 by Andrew Frisella

You’re right. Balancing a job, a family and physical fitness is hard to do. That’s why you have to make it a priority in your life to take care of yourself. Your obstacles are no different than anyone else’s. We … Continue reading →

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I hate the taste of water. I like to drink lemonade. Is there anything I can drink instead of water. Can I drink a gallon of lemonade instead of water?

Posted on June 17, 2009 by Andrew Frisella

That’s a good question that I have gotten a million times. You know what, I happen to like Taco Bell and I hate tuna. Guess what I don’t eat? Taco Bell because its bad for me. I eat tuna because … Continue reading →

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I have been using Ignition for the last 6 months and it has worked amazing! I do have one question about the main ingredient: I was doing some reading online and was wondering what is the difference between Dexanhdyrous Glucose, Dextrose and Pure Glucose?

Posted on June 15, 2009 by Andrew Frisella

That’s a great question and one that gets asked quite often. Glucose is the main energy source of all the living cells in your body providing approximately 3.75 kilocalories (16 kilojoules) of food energy per gram. Glucose literally means “Sweet … Continue reading →

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Post Workout Nutrition: Real Results, Real Fast!

Posted on June 11, 2009 by Andrew Frisella

I receive so many questions regarding so many different aspects of training, nutrition and supplementation on a daily basis that it’s hard to keep up with them. Not just through the 1st Phorm community, but in day to day life; … Continue reading →

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I have been trying to get cut for summer. I have been dieting and doing cardio now for two weeks and I haven’t seen barely any results. What gives?

Posted on June 11, 2009 by Andrew Frisella

What gives is that you have only been following your program for two weeks. It takes your body a full four or five weeks to produce really noticeable results. Be patient, the results will come. It has been my experience … Continue reading →

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I am going to the beach in a month. I think I need to lose about 20 lbs. My question is how much weight can I lose in a month?

Posted on June 8, 2009 by Andrew Frisella

Ah the famous question! This is a question that unfortunately there is no exact answer. You waited till the last minute and are trying to rush diet the weight off, right? Well, without getting into a lecture on procrastination, Ill … Continue reading →

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Welcome to 1st Phorm

Posted on June 7, 2009 by Andrew Frisella

Everyone has a dream… It’s that crazy vision of what you truly aspire to be in life that recurs over and over and over again. The courage one must possess to go after that dream is what sets extraordinary people … Continue reading →

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