Amino Acids Supplements – are they a waste of money?
– A common question that I get from my online followers is about Amino Acids supplements… Are they any good, or are they just a waste of money? Well, before we dive into that – we first need to know exactly what we’re talking about… “Amino Acids” are molecules that combine to form protein. When…
Protein Powders vs. Weight Gainers… (which one should you use?)
What’s the difference between protein powders and weight gainers? What’s the best value for your money? Which one should YOU use to help achieve your muscle building goals?
The Missing Link in Your Bodybuilding Nutrition Program
When it comes to bodybuilding nutrition most people think in terms of the 3 big macro nutrients – protein, carbs, and fat. But there is a MISSING LINK to bodybuilding nutrition that often gets swept under the rug
Creatine Supplement Information 101
Of all the bodybuilding and nutritional supplements on the market, one of the most talked about products is Creatine. And there is a good reason for that because creatine is one of the few supplements on the market that can produce a noticeable enhancement in strength and lean muscle gains in a relatively short period of time.
Legal STEROID Scams – The Truth About Steroid Alternatives
Have you seen the ads in bodybuilding magazines and online selling Legal Steroids? They certainly get your attention with the promise of a Safe, Natural, and Legal alternative to Anabolic Steroids. Now you can finally build slabs of Massive, Ripped, Rock Hard, Muscle Mass without resorting to illegal means… But do they actually work
What are Amino Acids and should you take them?
Amino acids are basically the building blocks of proteins. There are approximately 500 known amino acids. They all play numerous roles in the body, everything from aiding with metabolism to performing critical biological roles as neurotransmitters
The 5 WORST protein bar ingredients… (Do YOUR bars have these?)
Do you eat protein bars?
I mean they so convenient, yet so full of garbage!
They hold the promise of being healthy, easy and full of life-giving, muscle-building protein.
But have you ever taken a minute to look actually look at what’s Really IN them?
I think you’re going to be in for a shock when you read the TRUTH about the ingredients in some of the most popular protein bars on the market right now.
Can’t Sleep? – Try These Natural Sleep Supplements
Do you have trouble falling asleep at night? Maybe you have a lot of things on your mind and can’t stop thinking about them when it’s time to go to bed?
If so you’ll want to try these 2 supplements which can help you relax and get a good nights sleep
Post-Workout Nutrition on “Steroids”
Today you’re going to learn a sneaky trick that will help you take your muscular development to the NEXT LEVEL with one simple addition to your post workout protein shake. This tip will be like putting your post-workout shake on Steroids
Caffeine Increases Testosterone…
Looking for a pre-workout energy boost that can also help jack up your natural testosterone levels? Well just reach for a cup of Joe before you hit the gym
Anabolic Cardio? – just add BCAA’s
Cardio. Some Love It. Some Hate It. But regardless of how you feel, it’s a must in order to get ultra lean and ripped. Practically every bodybuilder and fitness competitor that I know of does cardio (and lots of it) in order to get ripped for competition.
The Truth About Pre-Workout Supplements
Hands down the most popular category of supplements to hit the market in recent years are Energy Boosters. Just go visit your local supplement store and the shelves will be lined off with Pre-Workout drinks, powders, and stimulants all claiming to get you Jacked, make you Explode, go Crazy, Scream, Expand, Rage, and blow your freakin mind
Pre and Post Workout Nutrition
One area that causes a lot of confusion for people with regards to proper bodybuilding nutrition is What Should You Eat Right Before A Workout and What Should You Eat Right After A Workout
The Power of Vitamin D
Vitamin D impacts exercise performance by increasing the size and number of Type II (fast twitch) muscle fibers. It is well known that physical and athletic performance is seasonal in that it follows natural levels of vitamin D, peaking during the summer months and declining during the fall and winter months.
5 Hour Energy… Yay or Nay?
These days we are bombarded with energy boosters. It’s almost to the point where you are expected to be buzzed out of your head on stimulants just to get through your day. I mean who goes to the gym sober anymore LOL
Protein Intake – The Number One Aspect Of Muscle Building Nutrition
The old mantra for bodybuilding is to consume 1 gram of protein per pound of bodyweight per day. Now while this is certainly a good place to start for beginners. Most advanced bodybuilders will need to increase that to 1.5 and even as much as 2 grams per pound of bodyweight per day.
WARNING: shampoo can LOWER Your Testosterone!
You’re going to want to take this seriously… Did you know that nearly ALL commercial shampoos contain the female hormone “estrogen” in them? It’s True! Even worse, since these are chemical forms of estrogen, your body has a hard time getting rid of them. If you’re a man over 30 you may have already started…
Better Than Fish Oil – (the best source of omega 3’s)
Astaxanthin is a colorful antioxidant that occurs naturally in a few different foods – mainly of marine sources. It’s the primary reason some fish and seafood are colored red; the pink flesh of salmon is a perfect example. However, you have to be careful. Many farmed fish are given a synthetic version of astaxanthin in their diet, or their flesh is dyed with it before being sold in the market because astaxanthin is lacking in farmed fish feed.
Should You Take Protein Shakes?
First off, for all the absurd questions; like if protein will stunt your growth, shrink your junk, or if it contains steroids… The answer is NO to all of the above. Those are just stupid BS myths that get spread around by people who don’t have a clue what their talking about.
Low Testosterone = Higher Risk Of Death!
Lower Testosterone Levels May Lead To Higher Mortality Rates By Kevin DiDonato MS, CSCS, CES Everyone knows that when we age, certain systems in our bodies start to function at less than 100 percent. Women typically experience this phenomenon during menopause, when Estrogen levels start to fall below normal levels. This same phenomenon can hold…
How To Naturally Boost Your Testosterone Levels!
Everyday I get questions from my online followers asking my opinion on various supplements. Now while most of the supplement questions are related to the basics of protein, creatine, vitamins, amino acids, etc. I do get a lot of questions asking about “Testosterone Boosters”. Surprisingly, Most of the questions I get about “Testosterone Boosters” come…
Super SEX Supplements!
I have something “unique” to share with you today… 😉 Hope this doesn’t offend you, but the fact is a “guy’s performance” (you know what I’m talking about) is actually very important to him. I mean, have you seen all of the TV advertisements, magazine articles, and internet offers offering men the ability to: *…
Avoid These 3 Supplement Scams!
Sneaky “Muscle Supplement” Scam! Ever wonder why that “miracle muscle builder” supplement that hoovered up last week’s paycheck didn’t perform as well as it did for the shredded dude in the magazine ad? * Were you just not working hard enough in the gym? * Are you just too much of a “hardgainer”? * Did…
Burn The Fat AND Keep The Muscle
Spring has sprung and summer is just around the corner. This is the time of year when a lot of folks like to kick their workouts into high gear and trim off some of that excess blubber that may have snunk up on you over the winter. One of the most effective ways to blast…
Eating Out Without Pigging Out…
I’m writing to you today from Miami Beach. I’m here with my girlfriend Trish and our friends Dave “The Muscle Cook” Ruel and his girlfriend Karine. We’ve been traveling all over Florida for the past week and a half. Now while it has been an absolute blast and we’ve had lots of fun, it can…
Homemade High Protein Meal Replacement Shake
No doubt you’ve seen these individually packaged high protein meal replacement shakes on the supplement store shelves. They are great for quick convenient meals on the run. You can pack them in your gym bag, in your brief case, travel bag, etc. and always have a high protein meal anywhere you go. The draw back…
New Video – Advanced Bodybuilding Supplements
Hey it’s Lee Hayward here and I just posted up the 5th part of my on going “Bodybuilding Supplements Review Guide Video Series” In this 5th video I’m going to focus on covering some advanced muscle building and fat loss supplements. These are things you can use to help maximize your gains in the gym,…
Live Q and A Talk Show Tonight!
Thursday night has rolled around again so you know what that means… The Total Fitness Bodybuilding Talk Show airs tonight August 19 at 9:00 pm eastern time at: http://www.LeeHayward.com/tv Tonight I’m going to continue on with the whole bodybuilding supplement theme that I’ve been using with my most recent YouTube videos. In case you haven’t…
Bodybuilding Supplement Review Guide – Part 4 “Must Have” Supplements…
I’m continuing on with my very popular “Bodybuilding Supplement Review Guide” video series. In this 4th video I’m going to focus on covering the essential and foundational supplements that you NEED to take for your overall health and fitness. These are what I consider to be “must have” supplements that everyone should take, even if…
Bodybuilding Supplements Review Guide – Part 3 – Creatine Side Effects…
This is the 3rd part of my Bodybuilding Supplements Review Guide Video Series. This one covers one of the most talked about supplements in the entire bodybuilding and fitness world and that’s “Creatine”. Particularly with regards to what is creatine, creatine side effects, creatine health benefits, how to take creatine, what’s the best value for…
Blast Your Bench Program
