Tuesday, November 20, 2012

A Few Tips to Gain Some Muscle Mass

Gain Lean Mass...

Many who work out or are starting out in bodybuilding will ask what is that best way to build muscle fast? Or, what are the best options to build solid muscle fast? Since everyone is built differently and will see and achieve different results in the gym; the answers aren’t readily available or always apply evenly to everyone. Some of the advice offered below may be able to help you to reach your goals.

One should not solely depend on supplements. Yes, some supplements are helpful when it comes to building muscle, for it can be difficult to get those nutrients any other way. A few additives are no substitute for a healthy, well-rounded diet, though. Just as the name says, they are designed to supplement a good diet. In all honesty, one should work to limit the amount of supplements they take.









One way to ensure that one achieves the best muscle growth possible, it is very important to do compound exercises. These types of exercises require you people to use different muscles at the same time. An example is bench pressing, which not only works the chest, but also the triceps and shoulders. Try to avoid doing exercises in the same order during each workout session. Habit can be a muscle gain killer in the gym. If the muscle groups and exercises are not mixed up, the growth of certain muscle groups could lag. One way to motivate oneself is to set goals and try to break personal lifting records.



Proper Form!


It is important to always adhere to proper technique and form when lifting weights. Muscle will not effectively grow by imply picking up some weights and lifting without proper. The risk of injury also increases when proper form is not followed. People may not like looking at themselves in mirrors or working out in front of one, but it can be a great help to watch your form as you work out. Also, it is important to not push it too hard in the gym, or work out for long periods of time. A person should not lift longer than 60 minutes, for the risk of exhaustion and injury become higher.

Of course, it is important to maintain a balanced diet and especially provide your body with plenty of the right fuel on exercise days. To ensure your body has enough calories and protein to build muscle, have a snack an hour before your workout begins. Protein supplements can help your body grow and recuperate, but remember what was said earlier about supplements. Eating fish, poultry, and lean meats are the best way to stockpile and feed the protein you’re your body needs, and if one does elect to take a protein supplement make sure to combine it with one of those three.


Steroids, NO!











However tempting it may be, do not take steroids! These drugs hurt your body in a myriad of ways, including the inhibition of your body’s natural hormone production. Steroids can cause damage to your liver, as well as lowering “good” cholesterol, and often causes men to develop some breast tissue. Damage to one’s complexion and negative mood swings can also result from steroid usage.

Good luck with your progress and workouts!

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