A huge meal is not necessary, just enough protein and carbohydrate to refuel and encourage healing in the body. If also performing cardio work for weight loss, do so after you train with weights, not before; or at separate times of the day all together.
Keep a record of what you do, and when you do it an awesome tool I love within the Body Space workout tracker it's really interactive and lets you set things like sets, reps, weight used, and even lets you input …show more content…
This tool is also part of your free Body Space profile, there is so much you can track and record even a Body Blog!
Be sure to check out all the aspects of Body Space while you record and update your daily workouts, and don't forget to stay fit!
So, you want to pack on some serious mass and carve out that abs? Here's a step-by-step introduction to the iron game that will get you started on the right foot.
Don't expect overnight miracles building a body takes time, focus and consistency. The good news is that the first 6-12 months is the time when you will probably make the most dramatic gains.
However, it is important to learn proper form and basic safety rules now to make sure you don't injure yourself down the road when you're pushing heavier weights …show more content…
You need a stomach that can keep up with your new, more intense nutritional needs without acting up, so make it a habit to get some type of fiber with each meal you have except immediately after workouts.
The importance of water cannot be overstated. If you get dehydrated, your ability to function properly drops like a rock. The negative effects range from sluggishness and fatigue to a headache and mental meltdown: Make sure to drink water, not coffee or soda, through the day, even on non-workout days.
Many bodybuilders make a gallon of water a day a good goal, but you probably want to adjust that number to your body size, climate, and level of activity.
Try to divide your meals into several smaller meals rather than a few big ones. This will help stabilize your blood sugar levels and ensure a continuous flow of nutrients for your body. Avoid carbohydrates late at night. Carbs are your primary source of fuel for workouts, much like gasoline works for your car.
However, unlike a car, you can't fill up the tank and have it stay nicely filled until morning. Instead, a big load of carbs before bedtime is more likely to be processed and stored away as body fat since there is no immediate need for the surplus