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Animal-based protein found in meat and dairy products provides the building blocks for muscle growth. But plants may be more important than you think for muscle hypertrophy. In fact, a new study shows that certain plant hormones could boost muscle strength in humans. Find out how.
You may have heard that compound exercises, those that work more than one muscle group at the same time, boosts the release of anabolic hormones that aid in muscle growth. How much truth is there to this idea? Is the anabolic benefits of compound exercises a myth?
Weight training vs. cardio for weight loss – which has more advantages? You should probably do some of both, but don’t neglect the weights. Here are five ways weight training trumps cardio for building a leaner, tighter physique.
When you hear the word “anabolic,” protein is probably the macronutrient that pops into your head. Did you know that carbohydrates also have anabolic effects by helping preserve lean body mass? Find out why you need carbohydrates in your diet, especially if you do high-intensity endurance or resistance exercise.
