Friday, May 18, 2007

Stallone and His Muscle-Building Hormones

Yep, I was just as shocked as you.

As it turns out, Sylvester Stallone isn't a natural bodybuilder. He pleaded guilty to taking Human Growth Hormone (HGH) into Australia. Later it seems, he tossed some testosterone vials out of his hotel room.

Say it aint so, Sylvester

I don't have a problem with a movie star (or anyone else) choosing to use hormones in an effort to better themselves. It isn't like he is cheating his way to any sacred sporting records.

My problem with Stallone is his Instone Nutrition company. Stallone peddles dietary supplements here, wanting you to believe that it is these supplements that are responsible for the 60 yr. old who could kick the crap out of the average 20 yr. old.

In the marketing, Stallone's very own testosterone level tests are used as an example of the amazing power of his supplements. Conveniently left out of the marketing is...
"Oh yeah, Sylvester had several injections between tests as well as taking Forza-T."

Its just a bit ugly.

JP

Sunday, May 06, 2007

Whey Vs. Soy

An interesting study... Milk Protein Vs. Soy Protein.

Not surprising in the fact that it found that milk proteins are more effective for muscle building but surprising in the reported differences.

Twice as effective? Wow.

Some vegetarian enthusiasts will often say that such a diet doesn't put you at a disadvantage when looking to build muscle. This study would not support that view.

Note that the study had participants taking in their protein directly after workouts. While it wasn't the study's purpose, it is further evidence that what you put into your body directly after a workout can make a dramatic difference.

Pre and Post-Workout Nutrition

Brink's Update on Pre and Post-workout Nutrition

JP

Tuesday, May 01, 2007

Bodybuilding With Diabetes

I thought this was an incredibly inspirational article - Scrawny Boy With Type 1 Diabetes Becomes Mr. Universe.

I get a lot of email from people asking for advice on bodybuilding training with diabetes. I don't know enough about the disease to offer much help.

I do know that many people let all sorts of excuses get in the way of their goals. Most of these excuses are ridiculous and even more ridiculous in comparison.

From the article above, Doug Burns' advice to diabetic kids is "to accept diabetes for what it is, simply an obstacle like any other, one that they can use instead of letting it use them."

Great advice. Substitute whatever excuse you may have for "diabetes" and take that advice to heart. Obstacles only prevent you from achieving something when you give them that power.

JP