Natural Bodybuilding
In our “I need results fast” society it is refreshing to know that you are interested in natural bodybuilding. It may take a little longer to achieve than the “juiced up” crowd, but you’ll build a strong body for a lifetime. I won’t kid you, it takes discipline. You want every workout to count and now you’re going to want every meal count as well.We’re going to briefly cover: Your exercise routine Your dietary needs Natural supplements to your diet
Workout Tips for Bodybuilding
To get your maximum muscle gains from your workouts, you want to concentrate using complex motions in your routines. Isolation exercises have their place; however the bulk of your routines should engage the largest muscle groups. Working these muscle groups are going to stimulate your muscle-building hormones; testosterone and human growth hormone.The largest muscle groups are your legs and back muscles. You’ve seen the guy with a huge upper body balance on skinny, spindly legs. It looks like he’ll topple over with the slightest breeze. Don’t let this be you.
Core Natural Bodybuilding Exercises
Barbell Squats Lunges Dead-lifts Bent-over Rows Bench Press Upright Rows Military Press
You’ll engage the larges muscles, build size and strength, and stimulate your natural muscle building hormones. That’s what natural bodybuilding is all about.
Natural Bodybuilding Nutrition
Nutrition is a crucial part of your bodybuilding program. Proper nutrition allows you to “manipulate” your body’s natural responses to the stress of your workouts. The proper foods and timing the consumption of them is important.Your post-workout meal is very important. You’ve blasted your way through your workout and you’re feeling pumped. On the inside though, your body is entering a catabolic state which breaks down muscle. Your glycogen stores are depleted. You need to consume fast absorbing nutrients to feed your muscles and stimulate your body into a muscle building anabolic state. Your post-workout meal should contain protein to repair the muscle damage and high-glycemic carbs to replenish your glycogen stores. You can purchase post-workout carb and protein replacement drinks for this purpose. I keep a bag of frozen fruit in the freezer. Before my workout, I prepare a whey protein and fruit smoothie. It is absorbed quickly causing an insulin response to carry the nutrients to your muscles. Eat a real meal within 60 to 90 minutes of your workout to keep the anabolic state humming along. Then eat a meal every 2 to 3 hours. You’ll be building muscle for up to 48 hours. These don’t have to be large meals; however you want to eat a wide range of foods to acquire all the nutrients your body needs. Each meal should consist of: - Lean Protein
- Fruits and Vegetables
- Healthy Fats – nuts, seeds, avocado, olive oil
Natural Bodybuilding Supplements
Fish or Krill oil capsules – provides Essential fatty Acids Whey Protein powder – for post-workout Creatine and L-Glutamine for muscle recovery.The more discipline you provide to your workouts and nutrition, the quicker you’ll reach your bodybuilding goals.

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