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Entries from October 2007

All About Creatine…

October 5th, 2007 · 1 Comment

Creatine…

By Gareth Ramsden
What is Creatine? ? ?
Creatine or methyl-guanido-acetic acid as it is now scientifically is used for short, explosive bursts of energy, likely during anaerobic exercise. Creatine is the fuel source for the energy system ATP (Adenosine Tri-Phosphate). Creatine is naturally occurring and is found in many foods within the diet, specifically […]

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All about Caffeine…

October 5th, 2007 · 1 Comment

All about Caffeine
By Gareth Ramsden
What is Caffeine? ? ?
Caffeine is a stimulant to the cardiovascular system, as well as being used in some situations as a diuretic. Scientifically, Caffeine is known as tri-methylxanthine, with a chemical formula of C8 – H10 – N4 – 02. In it’s most simple form, Caffeine is a white based […]

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High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT)

October 5th, 2007 · No Comments

High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT)
By Gareth Ramsden

What is HIIT? ? ?
HIIT is High Intensity Interval Training.

What are the benefits of HIIT? ? ?
High Intensity Interval Training is a very demanding form of cardiovascular exercise. High Intensity Interval Training is heavily reliant upon the Anaerobic Energy system, i.e. exercise without the presence of oxygen, which will […]

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Cardio for fat loss – by Gareth Ramsden

October 5th, 2007 · No Comments

What is the best form of cardio to lose fat? ? ?
In my opinion, if you are serious about losing fat, then cardio is a must, it will simply get you where you want to be. I recommend that you get up 45 mins earlier every morning and go for a brisk walk or a […]

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Gastrocnemius – Neglected, Stubborn or mis-understood? ? ?

October 5th, 2007 · No Comments

By Gareth Ramsden
What is the Gastrocnemius? ? ?
The gastrocnemius is the muscle formally known as the calf muscle. The main function of the gastrocnemius is ankle plantar flexion as well as dorsiflexion.
The main muscles of the gastrocs include…
• Gastrocnemius
• Soleus
• Tibialis (anterior and posterior)
• Peroneus (longus and brevis)

The Gastrocnemius
The gastrocnemius is the superficial […]

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Low Intensity Cardio…

October 4th, 2007 · No Comments

Cardio for fat loss – by Gareth Ramsden
What is the best form of cardio to lose fat? ? ?
In my opinion, if you are serious about losing fat, then cardio is a must, it will simply get you where you want to be. I recommend that you get up 45 mins earlier every morning and […]

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Welcome to my blog

October 4th, 2007 · 1 Comment

Hello, and welcome to my site!
I’ll be adding some articles on training and nutrition as well as offering some general training advice.

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Tags: Articles · General · Nutrition · Training