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DEL.ICIO.USQuick Answers to Frequently asked Questions
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Some of the following are questions that I’ve either been asked or I’ve overheard being asked at the gym
Is there a difference between Body Fat (BF) Measurements and Body Mass Index Measurements (BMI)
BF is a measure of how much fat you have on your body while BMI is a measure of weight compared to height. BMI has nothing to do with muscle or fat or weight.
Body Fat Scales or Body Fat Calipers
Body Fat Caliper readings taken by a qualified trainer or other professional are best. The body fat scales can give you a decent idea of where you are but the readings can be skewed based on the amount of water that you drink, the meals you eat, the time of day you weigh.
Cardio or Weights first for Fat Loss
Weight train first. It generally takes your body 15 to 20 minutes to get into fat burning mode, so do the weight training first when your body is strongest. Finish up with cardio.
Does Early Morning Cardio Burn more Fat?
When you first awake your muscle glycogen and blood sugar are both low creating a favorable environment for burning fat over carbs.
What do the terms Catabolic / Anabolic actually mean?
Catabolic is the term used to describe muscle breakdown. Anabolic is used to describe muscle building.
Most Effective Exercise for Building Biceps… EZ Bar Vs Straight Bar
The straight bar with a narrow grip is the most effective for building the biceps. The EZ bar will work the bicep but the position of the hands causes the brachialis muscle (which lies under the lower portion of the bicep) to share the workload taking some of the stress off the bicep.
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