Friday, December 5, 2008

Expert Advice In Building Muscle Efficiently

By Chris Channing

Muscle mass can be hard to build in a short amount of time without outside help. But with the right tactics, muscle mass can be obtained in as little as a few months, and with the right regime, even shorter. It's just a matter of proper diet and dedication.

A proper diet is the first step in obtaining a bigger body in terms of muscle. It's incredibly important to workout while the body is full of protein and other nutrients that come from food sources such as red meat. Working out on an empty stomach will actually do little to nothing for muscle mass, so be sure not to waste your time in not eating.

Drugs are sometimes used to help increase muscle mass as well, but such drugs are usually under heavy regulation practices. Steroids, for example, can only be obtained in some nations with a doctor's prescription. This is because many of such drugs can be very dangerous and impose serious health risks. Some over the counter drugs can be obtained, such as Creatine, but these too may have side effects.

As previously mentioned, hydration is another thing that can count against muscle building if not observed. When the body is dehydrated, it will send a signal to the one working out to go get a drink. At this point, the body is already hydrated- which goes to show that drinking a bit of water every now and then can help one keep hydrated through an extended workout. This allows one to workout longer, and gain more effect from a routine.

With the body properly hydrated and fueled, we come to the part where we actually work out the body. Focusing on the muscles desired to workout is important- but also try to work some cardiovascular workouts into the mix to help keep the body in tip-top shape. A trainer should be obtained if you are new to working out a certain set of muscles, or at the very least obtain a health magazine subscription.

Be very careful not to overwork the body. There have been many documented cases where muscle will actually start to deteriorate from exercising it too much. Other times, muscle may expand too quickly, usually with the use of steroids, and seriously rupture muscle tissue. If this occurs, regenerative therapy will have to be ensued, and progress will be lost.

Final Thoughts

Building muscle is a very rewarding experience. But keep in mind that it should be done correctly to avoid health issues and to make good progress on becoming a more healthier you. For more information, consult the local gym- who should have more reading material, trainers, and nutritionists on staff to help one's situation. - 15437

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