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A Crash Course in Gaining Muscle

June 7, 2010 By Chelsea Bush 7 Comments

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Summer is officially here. It’s time to get toned, sculpted and stacked — fast!

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Muscle Gaining for the Cardio-Happy

April 30, 2010 By Chelsea Bush 5 Comments

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Burning through all your muscle with catabolic exercise? You don’t need to quit cardio to bulk up—just pack these 3 things into your strength training program.

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Get a six pack without equipment or protein shakes

January 27, 2010 By Chelsea Bush 10 Comments

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Cardio and strength training are great for staying slim and strong, but you need to do more to get washboard abs. Zero in on your abdominal region with these tips—no bells and whistles needed!

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Why do I get nauseated when I work out, and what can I do?

November 12, 2009 By admin 3 Comments

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Feeling nauseated during a workout is common. Here’s how to prevent it.

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