Health and Fitness

Working in the Rain – BionicOldGuy The rainy season is back! It’s been raining a lot overnight, but there was a break from last night’s rain this morning, so I was able to sneak in a nice dry ride this morning. The sky sure looks beautiful between the storms We’re going to get a lot […]

Night-time peeing and meditation – BionicOldGuy I, and many friends my age, can have trouble falling asleep at night, especially when waking up in the middle of the night. This can be exacerbated by “nocturia,” or having to get up to urinate one or more times a night, which is common among older adults. This

Can I Take Only Creatine Without Protein? (Here’s What You Need to Know!) Yes, you can take only creatine without protein (and vice-versa). Creatine supplementation increases the stores of phosphocreatine in the muscles, which aids the formation of ATP (the body’s principal source of storing and transferring energy to the cells). Whereas whey protein contains

One week off creatine: muscle breakdown or a minor hiccup? You won’t notice much difference if you stop taking creatine for a week. Your body and muscles usually become saturated with creatine after about 3 weeks of taking about 5 grams per day. It also takes up to 3 weeks for creatine stores to leave

Bulking Up, Wardrobe Down? (Should I Buy Clothes While Bulking?) You shouldn’t have to buy new clothes specifically for bulking. Realistically, lean bulking takes a lot of time, and when done correctly you’re unlikely to add more than 2-3lbs of muscle mass per month. Most people should be able to fit comfortably into the same

Move or Stay Still? Your Guide to Cardio on Rest Days Yes, you can do cardio on rest days, although this does depend on your overall goals. Light cardio sessions on your non-weight lifting days can actually speed up the recovery process. However, super-intense cardio may actually impact your ability to lift weights the next

Why does creatine smell bad? (6 nasty facts about creatine) Creatine is usually described as having no taste or smell. With that being said, some users have reported a slight sour smell, but definitely nothing bad. If your new creatine smells bad, return it to the manufacturer for a replacement or your money back. You

Why do weightlifters have big stomachs? (Here are the reasons) The appearance of larger abs in weightlifters, rather than a muscular appearance, can be attributed to their higher intake of carbohydrates and calories. This nutritional strategy is essential to provide the energy needed to lift exceptionally heavy weights throughout training routines. It’s all about calorie

Do you feel your calves rising in your glutes? Don’t worry, it’s normal (but here’s the catch) The glutes and hamstrings are activated to some extent during calf raises. Your glutes will not be isolated, but will contract to keep you in a standing position. However, if you somehow hang on the hips, the buttocks

Explanation of projection groups: one group or several? Drop sets are an effective way to enhance muscle exhaustion and facilitate muscle growth, although they can be strenuous and are not ideal for every individual. Typically, a drop set is counted as one set, although it involves several weight reductions. Understanding projection sets Drop sets are