The Muscle Blog from The Muscle Shop

Pistachios: Smart for the Heart

Mon, 28 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Go nuts! FRESNO, Ca. – April 8, 2008 – More good news for pistachio fans! According to new data unveiled last week at the Experimental Biology Conference in San Diego, snacking on pistachios has proved once again to have a positive impact on improving cardiovascular health by significantly reducing inflammation in the body, a prominent cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk factor.

Ibuprofen or Acetaminophen Increases Muscle Mass and Strength

Wed, 16 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Researchers at the Human Performance Laboratory, Ball State University, USA have found that taking daily recommended dosages of ibuprofen and acetaminophen caused a substantially greater increase over placebo in the amount of quadriceps muscle mass and muscle strength gained during three months of regular weight lifting.

BALCO Founder Victor Conte plans to Spill the Juice

Fri, 04 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Victor Conte, whose Balco laboratories sparked stunning scandals in athletics and baseball, plans to write a tell-all book about athletes and investigators, the New York Daily News reported yesterday.

Top 17 Muscle-Building Myths

Wed, 13 Feb 2008 00:00:00 GMT

There is a tonne of misinformation about muscle building. We thought we'd take a moment to debunk a few of the more common myths and half-truths.

New Products from Maximuscle and Muscle Asylum Project Available Now!

Wed, 16 Jan 2008 00:00:00 GMT

We're always working hard to bring you what you ask for, and for a while you've been asking for two things. One of those things is Maximuscle. and we're proud to announce that we're now stocking Maximuscle products. You've also been asking for more products targeted specifically at bodybuilders, and we think we've got that cracked too, with the addition of the Muscle Asylum Project to our range.

10 Principles to Achieve your Goals in 2008

Wed, 02 Jan 2008 00:00:00 GMT

It maybe the 2nd January, but there is still time to set your new year resolutions. If you have already decided what you what to achieve over the coming year then make sure they follow these 10 simple principles.

Start Planning for 2008

Thu, 27 Dec 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Ok. Christmas is over, and the New Year is fast approaching. Like most things, New Year is the prefect time to reassess your fitness goals.

The Best Times to Eat for Strength Gains

Mon, 03 Dec 2007 00:00:00 GMT

If you're new to weight training and want to know when and what to eat to maximise your gains, then here is a simple, quick guide.

Important Vitamin and Minerals You May Not Be Eating

Fri, 23 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Dietary surveys have highlighted certain vitamins and minerals where daily requirements were not being met in athletes. Find out how to make sure you're not one of them

5 Tips to loose weight for Christmas

Thu, 15 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Christmas is the hardest time to loose weight with all the indulgences surrounding the festive season; food, parties and alcohol. However, it can be done if you follow these 5 simple tips