Want Better Posture?

Poor posture can cause many problems that aren't necessarily directly related to the back itself. For instances, shoulder injuries can be the result of poor posture.

Here are some resources for diagnosing and correcting poor posture:

Bodybuilding.com Forum
T-Nation Part I
T-Nation Part II
T-Nation Part III
T-Nation Part IV
T-Nation Part V

Calories

It seems like a simple concept...in order to build mass, you must consume more calories than you use each day. To help meet this goal, use protein shakes to supplement your daily meals.

I also highly recommend using a site like fitday.com to track your calorie/protein/fat/carb consumption.

Motivational Quote

Whether you say you can or you can't...you're probably right.

Signs of Overtraining

Overtraining can be just as big of a problem as undertraining.

Here are some common signs of overtraining:

* Insomnia
* Aches or pains in the muscles and/or joints
* Fatigue
* Headaches
* Elevated morning pulse
* Sudden inability to complete workouts
* Feeling unmotivated and lacking energy
* Increased susceptibility to colds, sore throats and other illnesses
* Loss in appetite
* Decrease in performance

Insanity

I finish Insanity today! That's right, 2 full months of intense cardio and bodyweight exercises.

I have gotten great results from this program. I have lost approximately 10 lbs.

This program isn't easy. You will sweat a lot. You will feel like you want to stop doing it at times also. But, if you keep doing it...you will see results!

Book Review: The New Encyclopedia of Modern Bodybuilding

This book is a must have for anyone who is interested in Bodybuilding on any level!

It is the most thorough book that I have ever read on the subject of Bodybuilding. Covering topics ranging from the History of Bodybuilding to Nutrition to Training Systems...this book has it all! It ever covers posing for contests!

The book is well organized and even has detailed programs ranging from Beginning Programs to Advanced Training Programs. It also has pages and pages of pictures that detail exercises!

Inspirational Quote

The way you think, the way you behave, the way you eat, can influence your life by 30 to 50 years.

-Deepak Chopra

Diet Journal

A critical part of any diet program is keeping track of calories/carbs/protein/fat intake. A lot fitness programs fail simply because of the diet, not the exercise. There are many applications out there that will let you do this.

http://www.fitday.com/ is a free website that allows you to do this.

I highly recommend it!