In this post, we’ll unpack all you need to know about detraining, defining exactly what it is, the science behind why it occurs, why it’s sometimes necessary and more. What Is Detraining? Detraining refers to the loss of performance in the form of either hypertrophy, strength or endurance due to […]
In this post, we’ll unpack all you need to know about body recomposition, defining exactly what it is, the science behind how it works, who it’s best suited for it, how to achieve it and more. What Is Body Recomposition? Body recomposition is a fitness approach focused on simultaneously losing […]
In this post, we’ll unpack all you need to know about protein within the context of bodybuilding, defining exactly what it is, why it’s necessary for building muscle, recommended intakes and more. What Is Protein? Protein is a macronutrient composed of amino acids and is essential for repairing and building […]
In this article, we’ll unpack all you need to know about carb loading, defining exactly what it is, the science behind how it works, how to do it effectively and more. What Is Carb Loading? Carb loading, short for carbohydrate loading, is a strategy used to maximise the storage of […]
In this post, we’ll unpack all you need to know about refeeds, defining exactly what they are, why they are necessary, how often to incorporate them, how to incorporate them and more. What Is A Refeed? A refeed is a strategic and temporary increase in calories in order to increase […]
In this post, we’ll explore the three primary strategies for building muscle, explaining exactly what they are, assessing which strategy is the most effective and more. The 3 Primary Strategies For Building Muscle In order to create bodybuilding programs that maximise muscle growth, we must first understand the mechanisms by […]
In this post, we’ll unpack all you need to know about Muscle Memory, defining exactly what it is, the science behind how it works, how long it lasts, how it relates to body bodybuilding and more. What Is Muscle Memory? Muscle Memory (MM) refers to a neurological process that allows […]
In this post, we’ll unpack all you need to know about Locus Of Control, defining exactly what it is, internal versus external Locus Of Control, how to leverage it for success and more. What Is Locus Of Control? The term Locus Of Control (LOC) refers to how much control a […]
In this post, we’ll unpack all you need to know about Progressive Overload, defining exactly what it is, the science behind how it works, how to leverage it and more. What Is Progressive Overload? Progressive Overload (PO) refers to the process of progressively increasing the demands placed on muscles in […]
In this post, we’ll unpack all you need to know about Adaptive Thermogenesis, defining exactly what it is, the science behind how it works, how to overcome it and more. What Is Adaptive Thermogenesis? Adaptive Thermogenesis (AT) refers to the body’s regulated production of heat in response to environmental changes […]
In this post we’ll explore fat loss through the lens of Ayurveda, explaining how and why fat forms in the first place, Ayurveda’s approach to increasing fat loss, Ayurvedic strategies for maximising fat loss and more. Why Fat Forms According To Ayurveda According to Ayurveda, fat is the result of […]
In this post, we’ll explore Fed States versus Fasted States training by defining exactly what they are, distinguishing the differences, assessing which strategy is more effective and more. Fed States Versus Fasted States Fed states, also known as absorptive states, refer to states when food is in the process of […]
In this post we’ll explore all you need to know about Isotonic and Isometric contractions by defining exactly what they are, the differences, which is most effective at maximising muscle growth and more. Isotonic Contractions Versus Isometric Contractions In order to create bodybuilding programs that maximise muscle growth, we must […]
In this post, we’ll unpack all you need to know about Non-Exercise Activity Thermogenesis, defining exactly what it is, the science behind how it works, the benefits, how to leverage it and more. What Is Non-Exercise Activity Thermogenesis (NEAT)? Non-Exercise Activity Thermogenesis (NEAT) refers to the energy (calories) expended during […]
In this post, we’ll unpack all you need to know about Body Composition, defining exactly what it is, the most common and accurate way to measure it, how to change it and more. What Is Body Composition? Body Composition is a type of measurement that is used to determine what […]
In this post, we’ll unpack all you need to know about deloads, defining exactly what they are, whether they are effective, when, how often and how you should utilise them and more. What Is A Deload? A deload is a deliberate and temporary reduction in training intensity in order to […]
In this post we’ll unpack all you need to know about Water Weight, defining exactly what it is, the science behind how it works, how to minimise it and more. What Is Water Weight? Water Weight (WW), also known as subcutaneous fluid, refers to the mixture of water and ions […]
In this post, we’ll unpack all you need to know about Range Of Motion, defining exactly what it is, the difference between full and partial ROM, how to leverage it and more. What Is Range Of Motion? Range Of Motion (ROM) refers to the amount of degrees a given joint […]
In this post, we’ll unpack all you need to know about muscle growth, including the science behind building muscle, its relation to evolution and more. The Science Of Muscle Growth Muscle growth is the result of an adaptation to stress. When you expose your muscle tissues to stress, they experience […]
In this post, we’ll unpack all you need to know about Negative Training, defining exactly what it is, how we can use it as a way to maximise muscle growth and more. What Is Negative Training? Negative Training (NT), also known as eccentric training, is a technique that involves extending […]
In this post, we’ll unpack all you need to know about the Afterburn Effect, defining exactly what it is, the science behind how it works, how to trigger it and more. What Is The Afterburn Affect? The Afterburn Effect (AE) refers to the additional energy expenditure that occurs after exercise. […]
In this post, we’ll unpack all you need to know about the Mind-Muscle Connection, defining exactly what it is, the science behind how it works, how to leverage it and more. What Is The Mind Muscle Connection? The Mind-Muscle Connection (MMC) is the ability to consciously and deliberately focus your […]
In this post, we’ll unpack all you need to know about strength training and hypertrophy training, including definitions, distinguishing the differences, which is better and more. What Is Strength Training? Strength training is a type of programme that involves physical exercises designed to improve the strength of muscles. Strength relates […]
In this post, we’ll unpack all you need to know about rest periods in the context of bodybuilding, defining exactly what they are, the science behind them, the different types, how to optimise them and more. What Are Rest Periods? Rest periods (RP), also known as rest intervals, refer to […]
In this post, we’ll explore 5 natural supplements for optimising muscle growth that are recommended by the Ancient system of Ayurveda and backed by the modern system of science. 5 Natural Supplements For Optimising Muscle Growth According To Ayurveda Ayurveda teaches that a healthy balance of both macronutrients and micronutrients […]
In this post, we’ll unpack all you need to know about Supercompensation, defining exactly what it is, the science behind how it works, the 4 phases, how we can leverage it and more. What Is Supercompensation? Supercompensation refers to the adaptive cyclical process that the body goes through in response […]
In this post, we’ll unpack all you need to know about fat loss, explaining the science behind it, the three stages of fat loss, the relationship between metabolism and fat loss, effective strategies and more. Before We Begin… Despite the criticism that it gets, it is important to understand that […]
In this post, we’ll unpack the 3 pillars of bodybuilding with the goal of maximising muscle growth, defining what they are, the role they play in optimising muscle growth, how to leverage them and more. What Is Bodybuilding? Bodybuilding is a sport and lifestyle focused on building and sculpting muscle […]
