Although so many lifters seem to think a great bloat just magically appears after a big meal, there is an art to it. Here’s what you need to know.
Tired of eating chicken breasts? Mix things up with some seared pork tenderloin with a side of jasmine rice. It’ll hit the spot after a tough workout.
“To be able to give back is a much bigger legacy than anything you’ll leave on a platform.” elitefts coach Vincent Dizenzo finds his calling in helping others by passing on knowledge, especially when it comes to dieting and weight loss.
After reading Mark Dugdale’s recent off-season diet article, I thought I would write about what my current diet in the off-season is like as well. Not only will I share my current off-season diet, but I’m also going to write about my process for gaining weight — not fat, but muscle.
Going on vacation is a blast, but not when you’re trying to blast body fat. Nothing is more frustrating than working on a show-prepped and/or beach-ready bod only to lose progress while you’re actually at the beach… so here are 10 tips to help you avoid that. Von boyage!
I recognize the value in celebrating an accomplishment, strategically spiking carbs within the context of your nutrition plan, or the need for a psychological break from the humdrum monotony of dieting. But it can go too far.
The intra-workout shake exists as a valuable a tool that you can use to your benefit when you have all your other ducks in a row. Design it to specifically fit your needs and you’ll see even greater benefits.
This is a practical example of exactly what I ate during the sixth week before hitting the contest stage. Why is this important to you? Because it pushes right up to that life sucks and I hate dieting threshold.
Yes, you read that right. If you you want to get big quick, you’re not going to do it with broccoli and egg whites. It’s time get to dirty.
There are simple rules to follow to keep your nutrition 90% perfect, without letting diet control your life. This is how I do it.
A little creativity can go a long way when time and sanity are on the brink.
These two recipes will let you indulge your pumpkin cravings whether your dieting or bulking this fall season.
Hey Chubby, put down that Egg McMuffin and cook yourself a healthy, muscle building alternative.
Tired of eating the same bland burger? We show you how to beat your meat!
This great recipe might be your solution for all of your on-the-go eating needs.
Do not run afowl of bland bird dishes. This simple baked chicken recipe provides a solution that you will love!
This is Part 3 of 3 and we’re now dealing with large game, in this case a young roe deer.
Game birds—the other edible meat. Don’t knock it until you’ve tried this recipe.
There’s nothing more free range and organic than game meat. Try this step-by-step recipe using rabbit.
Getting tired of eating the same ol’ thing everyday? Try these quick and simple tips for spicing up just about any meal.
A meal to help you pack on weight AND help your wife lose a few pounds. Done.
Nothing says Christmas like sweets. Why not give the cookies a break and whip up a batch of these chocolatey brownies?
If you are getting ready for a day of cooking and baking, you may want to consider adding this tasty dish to your menu.
If you have fifteen minutes to spare, I have some easy tips for preparing what I call “flavor bases,” flavorings that you have on hand and can add to whatever you’re making for flavor and texture. They don’t add much in the way of calories but taste great and can be tweaked to mix things up when you get bored.
Warning: These are dangerously good. You can go ahead and plan on devouring the entire pan.
If you’re getting sick of the same meat over and over again, this recipe is definitely for you!