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Post-Diet Rebounds… Or Possible Metabolic Burnout?

Posted on March 21, 2012 by 1st Phorm Athlete Angela Coleman

Let’s face it, when it comes to losing weight and getting in shape YOUR DIET WILL ALWAYS BE KEY!! But how does one choose a diet that is right for them with all the FAD diets floating around?  Some of … Continue reading →

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Tracking Success

Posted on March 20, 2012 by 1st Phorm Athlete Jodie Minear

How many meals a day do you have? How often do you up your weight in the gym? How many calories do you burn a day? How many more days until your vacation? I could go on and on with … Continue reading →

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The Relationship Between Protein, Essential Amino Acids, Muscle Mass and Body Composition

Posted on March 16, 2012 by Chad Kerksick PhD

High quality protein sources like whey protein, particularly isolate versions which provide greater than 90% protein by weight are critical components to a person’s diet.  If you think, however, that protein is just for people who want to bulk up … Continue reading →

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To Compete or Not To Compete? That is the question

Posted on March 13, 2012 by 1st Phorm Athlete Tony Friedrich

Are you thinking about participating in a bodybuilding competition this year?  Before committing yourself to competing, there are several factors that must be taken into consideration that may affect your decision. 1)     How is competing going to affect my health? … Continue reading →

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Why Buy Organic?

Posted on March 9, 2012 by 1st Phorm Athlete Gillian Risebury

Question:  I was at the supermarket recently and I noticed that organic fruits, veggies, meat and dairy are all so much more expensive than their non-organic counterparts.  I have heard that eating organic is better for you.  Are organic foods … Continue reading →

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Welcome, 1st Phorm Athlete Angela Coleman!

Posted on March 8, 2012 by 1st Phorm Athlete Angela Coleman

Welcome, Angela!  It’s great to have you on the 1st Phorm team.  Check this space for more posts by Angela Coleman, coming soon.

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Preparing For Your First Powerlifting Meet

Posted on March 7, 2012 by 1st Phorm Athlete Nick Weite

Nick Weite, 1st Phorm Athlete & Champion Powerlifter, talks about tips to get yourself physically and mentally prepared before your first powerlifting meet. Continue reading →

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Fun Ways to Sweat

Posted on March 5, 2012 by 1st Phorm Athlete Jodie Minear

Hitting the gym three times a week or more can start to get really old!  Me?  I do seven times a week and I have to invest in three different gyms just to keep myself from getting bored.  So, in … Continue reading →

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Get Those Glutes!

Posted on February 23, 2012 by 1st Phorm Athletes Michelle and Kristie Trasey

Everyone always wants to know how do I get tight glutes! Well let me first start by saying that you must know how to use them in the right way. Through my years of training and teaching others how to … Continue reading →

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Red Carpet Ready Arms and Smooth Sexy Skin for your Hollywood Moment!

Posted on February 21, 2012 by 1st Phorm Athlete Gillian Risebury

With the mark of the New Year begins my favorite season of all- awards season!  The Oscars, Grammy’s, and Golden Globe awards all occur in the first 3 months of the year and my guiltiest of all guilty pleasures is … Continue reading →

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