L-arginine

L-arginine is a natural amino acid that is found in meat. When L-arginine is supplemented it increases nitric oxide and can increase vascularity when it increases blood flow through out the body as well as give you a relaxed feeling. This amino acid is typically used for high blood pressure.

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5 reasons why Elliptical's are better than running

1. Less wear and tear on your joints and cartilage in your knees and legs. Running on hard surfaces constantly impacts the knees and will cause shin splints over time.

2. Don't have to worry about dodging people while running outside, or people walking on a path.

3. The Elliptical is better for fat burning and will keep your muscles from depleting over time. Long distance cardio will decrease muscle size thus why when you see long distance runners they are much smaller from sprinters.

4. You can have the elliptical in the comfort of your own home where you can watch T.V. . You can't do that when your running outside.

5. The arm motion on the elliptical allows you to work your upper body as well as your lower body while maintaining perfect form. Where as when your running and tired your form gradually get's worse.



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quick Easy and healthy meals

Breakfast
2 8OZ chicken fillets
2 red bell peppers
2 cups of 8 0z coffee

Lunch

4 oz of water Mellon
1 banana
protein shake

Dinner
2 8OZ chicken fillet

8 OZ asparagus
8 OZ black beans

full salad.



QUick Easy and Healthy meal
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Motivation

pic by Thomas Watkin

From our 3rd photo shoot together getting excited to go back and get more work!

mind over matter

How do you achieve mind over body, mind over matter. Think of ways that you can better yourself, without limitations within reason. The mind has no bounds.

The game

It's just about how you play the game.

my dream of traveling to iceland

I have always wanted to go to Iceland and I think it would be even better if I were able to do a photo shoot there! As a college student and paying for school and costs of living it's hard to be able to achieve this goal in a reasonable time. SO I'm starting a fund that will help me make this dream an reality! Anything helps even if it's just a dollar whatever is fine. Once I receive the funding for the trip through hard work and dedication as well as any fans or anyone who donates, I will do a daily update of photos and blog of my time there. I think this trip would be a memory to remember and the photos that the photographer and I get will capture great beauty! Once again thanks for anyone that contributes it means a lot to me! I hope everyone continues to follow my journey.
Thanks.

 

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bicep blow out workout

8 sets of 8 bicep dumbbell curls

8 sets of 8 straight bar curls

8 sets of 8 preacher curls

8 sets of 8 wrist curls

you should feel this workout for sure! your arms should literally feel like there going to fall off and you wont want to move them for a few days. That's when you know you did it right!

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redline Energy

Be sure to check out redline products at http://www.vpxsports.com  They got great products and great deals this weekend! Pick up redline energy one of there many great products. I personally like to use it before I get my workout in as a pre-workout. It gives you plenty of energy and the rush and energy you need before a workout. Definitely check out this product!

one of my favorite quotes of all time

 "What you do in life echos for an eternity."

5 minute ab workout

If you're are short on time, but want to get a solid ab workout in this is for you!

50 continuous leg lifts

50 continuous Russian  twists

50 concentrated situps 

Make the alphabet with your legs 2 sets (DON'T LET YOUR LEGS TOUCH THE GROUND!)

 Your abs will burn and you will feel it in your lower core. This is a quick and easy way to get definition on your lower stomach.

L-arginine facts

L-arginine is great for pre-workout it's the supplement that is in every pre-workout. This is what get's you those big vascular veins to pop out and gives you the pump you want!  I usually use 3-5 grams several times a day, but don't go over 10 grams. Also don't mix with other amino acids because it may compete with other amino acids. Here is a list of facts  L-arginine is good for!

Health Benefits of L-Arginine in Human Nutrition

• For reproductive system


• For sexual performance and sexual health


• For erectile dysfunction


• For cardiovascular system


• For circulation


• For blood pressure and cholesterol


• For metabolization of nitric oxide


• For long term memory


• For sports performance