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How often should one work out for maximum weight loss?

How often should one work out for maximum weight loss?

Get the Basics... Cutting calories alone is not the answer to losing weight. Along with consuming a nutritious diet, it‘s important to get regular exercise. If your goal is to lose weight, you should plan to get some exercise every two days. To lose weight, you will...
How Much Will Steroids Reduce Workout Recovery Time?

How Much Will Steroids Reduce Workout Recovery Time?

Get the Basics... Your weight, muscle mass, and the type of steroids used make a difference in the effectiveness of steroids. It is very important to remember that it is illegal to take steroids without a prescription from your doctor. There are several medical...
How Soon After Working out Should You Drink a Protein Shake?

How Soon After Working out Should You Drink a Protein Shake?

Get the Basics... Protein is essential when working out. Protein shakes are an excellent way to quickly consume the nutrients your body needs post-workout. Protein shakes are not the only way to consume protein, but their liquid form and lack of added sugar and fat...
Creating a Weight Training Plan That Targets Every Major Muscle

Creating a Weight Training Plan That Targets Every Major Muscle

Get the Basics... You need to learn the twelve major muscle groups in your body in order to have an effective total bodyweight training routine. When you work the twelve major muscle groups, you work the minor muscles around them as well. Varying your workout routine...
What Does Cardiopulmonary Exercise Testing Do for You?

What Does Cardiopulmonary Exercise Testing Do for You?

Get the Basics... Cardiopulmonary exercise tests are administered to diagnose and monitor a variety of health conditions. A cardiopulmonary exercise test is an outpatient procedure that is accessible to the average person. The results of your cardiopulmonary exercise...
How much exercise should people get in a week?

How much exercise should people get in a week?

Get the Basics... The average adult should be getting a minimum of 2 hours and 30 minutes of exercise each week. People with a history of high blood pressure or heart trouble should follow their doctor’s guidelines when starting any exercise program. Pregnant...