Some workout ideas that are outside the box.

We've all been there... You go to the gym, start your workout routine and notice that you are getting bored with the routine.  But don't know how to switch things up to make it more challenging and fun. One thing is certain. Doing the same exercise over a period of time your body and it's muscles get used to it and you reach a plateau. Switching up the exercises and doing different variants of the exercises will keep things challenging and fun.

There are many different ways to keep things challenging and here are a few ways.

Add a stability ball to your bench press with dumb bells. By doing this, it makes you focus on your balance by keeping your abs tight and helps you with your form.

Use water jugs to simulate dumb bells. The water moving in the water jugs adds added movement where you concentrate on the movement of the exercise.

Here's a favorite of mine... add a deck of cards. The numbers 1-9  equals 5 reps. 10, Jack, Queens, and Kings equals 10 reps. And the Queen of Hearts equals 25 reps.  Aces equals 15 reps.Then the Jokers equals 45 reps. You can use this with any weightlifting and crossfit exercises or any exercises period.

Those are just some of the different things to make your exercises more challenging and exciting. If you need help with any ideas ask someone at the gym. They will be glad to help and have been where you are. All it takes is just a little thinking and your out of the box. Until next time,  stay fit and stay healthy.

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Pre-Workout Review: Hemo Rage Black Ultra Concentrate by Nutrex Research

I want to take the time to do a review on a pre-workout instead of a weight gainer or protein powder. I chose to review HEMO RAGE BLACK by Nutrex Research. First and foremost I have to say that this product is extreme due to the amount of ingredients in preworkout.  And I cannot stress enough to read the WHOLE LABEL! The directions say to use one scoop 30 to 40 minutes before working out. And that only one scoop can be used in a 24hr period. Andthe first couple of times you use this productuse a 1/4 to 1/2 scoop. Believe me.. this product is not for the feint at heart literally..

The first time I used this pre-workout I used 1/2 of a scoop. Within a few minutes I noticed a rush with a slight flushness to my skin which was from the Nitric Oxide and caffeine anhydrous. I also noticed that I was extremely focused as well. While I was lifting I had to go heavy on the weights too. Then that's when the serious muscle pump began. I have never expected this pre-workout to do this. Everytime I use this to workout I totally own the weights and the exercises! But I have to "STRESS" that this pre-workout is like no other and if you have any medical problems like cardiovascular, high blood pressure,  thyroid issues and so on. All of this is in the fine print on the label as well.

Here are some of the key ingredients: L-Arginine Alpha Ketoglutarate, Acetyl-L-Tyrosine, Taurine,  Creapure 100% Ultra Pure  Concentrated Creatine Monohydrate,  Caffeine Anhydrous, Mucuna Pruriens, Paullinia Cupana, and Advantra Z (Citrus Aurantium).

For those people who can use this pre-workout,  this will definitely take you to a whole extremely different level!  So use caution. Ok.

I definitely recommend this pre-workout to those who can use it. But at the same time I wouldn't recommend this pre-workout to those who have; high blood pressure, thyroid disease and or taking curtain types of medication. With that in mind, people have different resaults with any product.

Here are a few links where you can find this pre-workout at:
http://www.bodybuilding.com/store/nutrex/hemo-rage-black.html
http://supplementreviews.com/nutrex/hemo-rage-black-ultra-concentrate
http://m.gnc.com/Nutrex-Research-HEMO-RAGE-Black-Sucker-Punch/product.jsp?productId=16236226


If you are looking for a pre-workout that will take you over the edge...  Well, you found it!

As with anything you take,  do your research and read the label (the WHOLE THING) and dont skim over it.

Until next time, stay fit and healthy!

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Serious Mass weight gainer review!

As everyone knows that when you want to bulk up and want to gain lean muscle mass you need to do certain things.  One of things is using a weight gainer. Choosing the perfect weight gainer is key to suit your body's needs and to pack on the lean muscle mass that you want.

There are many different kinds of weight gainers out there on the market these days.  That's why it's important to gather all the information read reviews of people who used the product. Knowing what you put into your body is a great way to start eating and being healthy.

Just recently I got the Vanilla Flavored Serious Mass weight gainer by Optimum Nutrition from GNC for $59.99. I did my research and read the reviews and based on my previous use of the Gold Standard 100% Whey Protein.  I got the 12 pound bag-o-weight gainer which is "huge" and has the biggest scoop that I have ever seen! Everything about this weight gainer is HUGE!! From the bag, scoop, and to the amount of the protein, calories, to the amount of amino acids and everything else that is in it.  50 grams of protein,  253 grams of carbs., and25 vitamins and minerals, 1250 calories, 1gram of creatine mmonohydrate just to name a few as well.

What I love about this weight gainer is that you can take it any time; between meals, post-workout and before bedtime. My favorite is before after an intense workout and before bed.
Just as a note: this product contains Beta Carotene which is a precursor to vitamin A and is yellow/orange in color and my alter the appearance of the color of the powder when mixed.

Now lets get to the good stuff....  The taste and mixing of the the shake.
When I test anything that needs to be mixed I test it in 3 ways. Blended in a mixer, a shaker bottle and with the fork or a spoon in a glass. Both the shaker bottle and the fork and spoon method were ok but both still had some clumping but only alittle. But with a blender we all know that theres no clumping and its the best way to add different things to spice up the shake. And now on to the taste... It tasted pretty good.  You can add more water for a not so sweet taste of add less water for a sweeter taste.

On a scale of 1 to 10, I would give it a 9 because of the taste and everything it has in it.
I would definitely recommend this toa friend of a family member. And I intend to be buying more of this weight gainer. Im completely satisfied with this product.

Here are a few links that you can find this weight gainer at and some reviews as well.
http://www.optimumnutrition.com/products/serious-mass-p-241.html
http://www.bodybuilding.com/store/opt/sm.html
http://supplementreviews.com/optimum/serious-mass
http://m.gnc.com/Optimum-Nutrition-Serious-Mass-Chocolate/product.jsp?productId=2134057&utm_expid=72289828-19.lB_91natT5KCH7XGjejU5A.0

The links I have provided is a great start. There you can find everything out obout the product and reviews as well. I cannot wait to see what Optimum Nutrition will come up withnext! Until next time, remember that what you put into it is what you will get out of it.

Phase 8 Protein Review!

I find that having a great protein supplement in your diet is the key to keeping your body in an anabolic state where you are always gaining. So with that in mind when you go and get that protein powder or supplement do your research and read those reviews, because they will help you better understand the product.

Recently, I got the Vanilla and Milk Chocolate to sample and review as a part of the MuscleTech field test team. I was very excited because I never got to try any product like this before. They both smelled and tasted great which I had expected from previous MuscleTech products. I decided to mix them both in a glass of water to give it the real test. It mixed very well with no clumping of the protein powder.

What I love about the Phase 8 Protein powder is that it has 6 different proteins and amino acids as well. Also it has an 8 hour digestion rate as well so you are getting the constant supply of protein that your body needs. The Phase 8 Protein goes great with the Clear Muscle as well. With this product you can keep you body in the anabolic state it needs to be in to gain the muscle that you want.

I would definitely recommend this protein supplement to a friend and or a family member.
You can find out more about this product and more supplements at www.muscletech.com As with anything make sure to do your research and read the label.

Clear Muscle! The review coming soon!!

Recently, I got the opportunity to test, review and sample the supplement Clear Muscle by Muscle Tech. I'm very excited about this review coming soon because this product is one of a kind.

What makes this supplement special from the rest? Why did Muscle Tech call this Clear Muscle? Why is this a one of a kind product? All the questions will be answered and then some.. 

In the review I will be explaining how it works and so on. Right now, I'm alittle over halfway through the testing. So look for the review coming soon. 

Until then, remember that you get out what you put in to it and with hard work and effort you can do amazing things.