Nutrition
Antioxidants: what they are and what they do
by Editorial staff
last updated: September 26, 2017
The function of antioxidants is to prevent or control oxidation processes; hence the prefix anti, that is, 'against' the term. Oxidation is the process of combustion of oxygen in cells for the production of energy and the consequent release of substances known as free radicals.
Natural food supplements
by Editorial staff
last updated: September 20, 2017
Food supplements can be useful for anyone wishing to increase the nutritional value of their meals. Supplements can be in the form of tablets; different forms may have different nutritional characteristics.
Low glycemic index food
by Editorial staff
last updated: September 15, 2017
The glycemic index is a tool used to measure the rate at which the carbohydrate sugar enters the bloodstream. Carbohydrate foods are sweet (candy and sweet) but also all fruits, vegetables, cereals, pulses and dairy products.
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Workouts
Isometric training
By isometric contraction, we mean the kind of contraction that develops muscular tension at a constant length, thus statically (without movement).
Training in the Summer: Expert Advice
Summer for many is the most beautiful season of the year because, with the arrival of the warm weather and increased hours of daylight, our mood is lifted, because after spending months locked indoors, we can finally spend more time out in the open air. For athletes, this is all an excuse for an enjoyable workout, but, as we all know, the summer brings with it heat and excessive humidity, which can catapult anyone who undertakes physical activities into an inferno of sweating and fatigue. Gently, with expert advice and a correctly supplemented diet, the progress you've made during the colder months will not be lost.
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Competitions
Arnold Classic Europe 2016: winners and results
by Editorial staff
last updated: September 27, 2016
The Arnold Classic Europe 2016 took place on 23,24 and 25 April and was held in Barcelona for the first time. Here are the results, rankings and winners of the PRO category
Mr. Olympia 2016: winners and rankings
by Editorial staff
last updated: September 19, 2016
The 52nd edition of Mr. Olympia, which was held in Las Vegas, saw Phil Heath triumph once again. Here are all the winners, rankings and photographs of Mr. Olympia 2016
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