Archive for August, 2008

What are the best vitamins to take while weight training?

Posted on August 30th, 2008 in Weight Training | 1 Comment »

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The Dubya asked:


Getting back into weight training. I do not use supplements however i do take vitamins and i’m looking for some good ones. Any help would be appreciated.

How long does it take to see improvement in weight training?

Posted on August 25th, 2008 in Weight Training | 2 Comments »

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fslcaptain737 asked:


I’m a really skinny dude who is starting weight training…just want to know, how long does it take to start seeing results for different parts of the body? Thanks.

How effective is weight training when trying to lose weight?

Posted on August 24th, 2008 in Weight Training | 6 Comments »

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amidreamin asked:


I do a lot of cardio and fit in pilates or body scuplt class about 3 times a week. How effective is this to lose weight if i want to build some type of muscle to help speed up my metabolism? Should I also incorporate basic weight training to this plan to lose more weight or stick with pilates and body scuplt?

Do weight training exercises help me to gain both weight and mass ?

Posted on August 22nd, 2008 in Weight Training | 1 Comment »

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praveen asked:


Do weight training exercises help me to gain both weight and mass , or it will increase my mass only …. I wanna increase both weight and mass. Will weight train have negative effect on my weight ?

How can I optimize my weight training workout?

Posted on August 20th, 2008 in Weight Training | 2 Comments »

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a link to the past asked:


My goals are size and strength.

I do both weight training and cardio - alternating 3 days weight training, 3 days cardio, and 1 day rest.

My weight training workout alternates between 3 sets each of two muscle groups, and then doing the same again but through different exercises, for a total of 12 sets per day, not including abs which are included in every weight training session. For example, one day might be 3 groups of BENCH - (quick rest) - CURLS, followed by 3 groups of CHINUPS - (quick rest) - FLYS.

Sets normally consist of about 12, 10, and 8 reps to fatigue.

Also, is muscle soreness a good indicator of resting that group that day?

How much weight training should a distance runner do?

Posted on August 15th, 2008 in Weight Training | 3 Comments »

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junebug asked:


I’ve heard that its better to weight train before the season starts so it gives you a good base, but then how much should you continue to weight train during your competition season? And how much do you think it could improve my time? I run a 1:43 half marathon, but my training isn’t that structured.

Can I skip weight training and do Pilates instead?

Posted on August 11th, 2008 in Weight Training | 2 Comments »

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Laura T asked:


I’m 20, 5′2″, 115lbs, 22% body fat. I’m planning on doing 40mins elliptical training and 20mins of jump-roping 5 times a week. My goal is to reach 17% body fat. I was planning on doing an hour of weight training 4 days a week (just for toning up) but I kinda got discouraged ‘coz there aren’t many home workouts and I really don’t have the budget for more equipment. (I have 2lbs dumbells)

I was thinking of skipping weight training altogether and replacing it with an hour of Pilates. What “look” will that achieve? Will it be different than when I’m weight training? And will that affect my metabolism?

Note: I don’t really wanna build muscles. Just wanna firm up.

P.S. Or can you guys refer me to a good (cheap) home workout website? I’ve basically gone to most of them. Thanks!

What strength training exercises should I do in order to gain weight?

Posted on August 10th, 2008 in Weight Training | 1 Comment »

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Matt asked:


I need specific weight training exercises for my upper body.

Being a Break Dancer and a Martial Artist, What type of Weight training would you recommend?

Posted on August 7th, 2008 in Weight Training | 6 Comments »

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Phillip c asked:


I take Wing Chun Kung Fu and BBoy Breaking, When I weight train, should I work more on endurance training, such as isometrics? Should I lift heavy moderate? Mix it up? What do you think’s the best?

What is Strength assessment and why is it important for weight training?

Posted on August 7th, 2008 in Weight Training | 3 Comments »

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Please Help asked:


What is Strength assessment and why is it important for weight training?