Oliver Copeland
It’s no secret that men want bigger arms. It’s also one of the best body parts to train and one of the quickest to recover. If you’re a hardgainer, you probably have skinny arms and you want to build them up and shape them to something a little more aesthetic.
Need something to give you energy before a workout? How about a $40 tub of bright red powder that will make you itchy, jittery, energized, and potentially unhealthy? Then you will love pre-workout! But what if you don’t love it or its side effects? This one is all about pre-workout supplements and what is in them.
You want to get the most out of your training, right? So you’re probably wondering how to pick the right split for you, and which is most effective for your lifestyle and goals. Keep reading and we will discuss all of this and more.
I can already tell you right now that this individual probably has what it takes to achieve great things physically and reach most of the goals they set for themselves. The fact that they were emailing me, seeking out advice, and doing their research extensively, likely puts them in the 1% of beginners.
There are different personalities and different types of people. Some people have the natural confidence to walk into a gym for the first time and start exercising with no hesitation, insecurities, or questions. This article is not for those people. If you’re reading this, you’re likely the opposite and have some barriers to pass before getting in the gym.
When it comes to gaining weight and building muscle, food is the necessary factor and some foods are far superior to others in terms of nutrition, protein content, and caloric density. We all know someone who can eat loads of fast food, chips, and cookies all while maintaining an impressive physique.
So you’re a hardgainer trying to bulk up. You’re eating in a caloric surplus, you’re lifting weights, but should you, a hardgainer, do cardio? And if you do, how much and for how long?
Ever wonder why all skinny guys have abs, even if they don’t work out? The answer may surprise you.
The phrase “beer belly” is actually a misnomer. The reason beer gets a bad reputation is due to its serving size and high caloric content when compared to other alcoholic drinks. One beer typically has 150 calories in it, while a shot of vodka has 97 calories and a glass of wine has approximately 83.
There are hundreds if not thousands of factors to consider if one is having difficulty bulking up and gaining muscle, but it would be unlawful to say that low testosterone couldn’t be the culprit. However, it can be said that the younger a man is, the less likely low T is the cause of being a hardgainer. Let’s quickly review testosterone and move onto symptoms of low T.