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Basics: Get Drunk, Not Fat!
We all know alcohol is bad for our diets. But we’re human, and drinking is awesome! Use this chart to maximize your drinking night by choosing drinks with the highest amount of calories from alcohol, not calories from fillers! The better the alcohol-to-calorie ratio, the less drinks you’ll need to attain glorious drunkenness! Resources: Get […]
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Plans: Gain 20lbs in 28 days
Who’s a fan of Tim Ferriss? He just updated his blog (May 11, 2013) with an astounding workout regime on how to gain 20 pounds of quality muscle and minimal fat in 28 days. Aaaaand — it was a slow day up here in cold Canada, so we infographed the sonnofabtich already! Click the image […]
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Diets: Atkins Acceptable Foods METRIC VERSION
METRIC VERSION! Click here for the non-metric version of this poster. Our handy poster to Atkins-safe foods! Specifically, Phase One: Induction, where you’ll lose weight quickly while restoring your insulin sensitivity by minimizing carbohydrates. Resources: New Atkins for a New You: The Ultimate Diet for Shedding Weight and Feeling […]
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Diets: Atkins Acceptable Foods NON-METRIC VERSION
NON-METRIC VERSION! Click here for the metric version of this poster. Our handy poster to Atkins-safe foods! Specifically, Phase One: Induction, where you’ll lose weight quickly while restoring your insulin sensitivity by minimizing carbohydrates. Resources: New Atkins for a New You: The Ultimate Diet for Shedding Weight and Feeling Great.* The New Atkins for a […]
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Basics: Supplements!
We love supplements! But there’s a zillion of them and we’re not sure what they do! Take a look at our quickie cheat guide to the more popular supplements. (Warning! It’s likely that 80% of these are bullshit! Do your research!) HEY! Do us a solid and buy supplements from Bodybuilding.com through our affiliate link! […]
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Diets: Intermittent Fasting Basics
The hottest trend of the past few years, Intermittent Fasting proves that one can burn fat while building muscle (or get very close to it)! This infographic breaks down the benefits and the six most popular fasting regimens. Remember, the best regimen for you is the one that works! See which one works with your […]
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Diets: Carb Maintenance
Learn how to control carbs for optimal fat loss. Carb’s aren’t evil. They’re the best source of fuel for quick energy! But when your goal is to burn body fat, ditch the carbs until you reach your goal. If you’re eating too many carbs, your body will use those carbs as fuel first instead of […]
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Diets: 4-Hour Body (Slow-Carb)
The Slow-Carb Diet was popularised in The 4-Hour Body by Tim Ferriss and is based on eating foods with a low glycemic index. It can be summarized as the elimination of starches and anything sweet (including fruit and all artificial sweeteners) and a strong preference for lean protein, legumes and vegetables. Resources: Four Hour Body […]
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Basics: How your body uses energy!
Learn how your body utilizes what you eat (protein, carbohydrates and fats) and your body stores (muscle and body fat)! You’ll work out smarter — not harder — and find out why low-carb diets work … if you use them properly! For a great diet plan that utilizes a body fat burning that saves muscle, […]
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Diets: The Paleo Solution
Cut the processed food and eat like a caveman! Robb Wolf’s The Paleo Solution is among the best paleo-based diets you’ll find. Centered on commonly available modern foods, the “contemporary” Paleolithic diet consists mainly of fish, grass-fed pasture raised meats, eggs, vegetables, fruit, fungi, roots, and nuts, and excludes grains, legumes, dairy products, potatoes, refined […]
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Diets: Intermittent Fasting: LEANGAINS!
LEANGAINS is a method of Intermittent Fasting that lets you scorch body fat and build muscle — simultaneously! A very advanced system used by pros to get under 10% body fat and stay there, all year round. Using intermittent fasting for nutrient timing (16 hours fast/8 hours fed), Leangains also involves eating the proper proportion […]