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After a few days of fasting, or of drastically reduced carbohydrate consumption (below 20 grams a day), glucose reserves become insufficient for the supply of glucose to the central nervous system (CNS). The CNS cannot use fat as an energy...
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Certain people can develop a routine in the gym whereby their rest period between sets is decided upon by the limited amount of time they have available or just their overall work ethic. Some guys prefer a more circuit/superset style...
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Depending on the individual, regular athletes or gym enthusiasts may have a personal preference to lift light or heavy weights. Whichever way you prefer training, I’m sure you have heard contradictory claims on light or heavy loads where one may...
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If you’re an experienced lifter or just a regular gym-goer, you may have heard guys in the industry talking about using a mind-muscle connection to enhance muscle hypertrophy. It’s talked about in almost every sport, the power of the mind,...
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There is still some conjecture surrounding the maximum amount of protein that can be utilized for muscle-building purposes in a single meal for those who undergo consistent resistance training. Up until now, it has been proposed that young adults who...
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