Dr. Kenneth Hughes’ Blog
Secrets to Staying Motivated
One of the greatest inhibitors to reaching your fitness goals is a lack of motivation. Without motivation, it is impossible to accomplish anything, let alone the difficult task of getting and staying in shape. While there are many reasons people lose focus and...
Bodybuilders Throughout the Ages
Although many are acquainted with Arnold Schwarzenegger, few realize that bodybuilding was a part of the ancient Greek culture. Men strengthened and toned their bodies for competition and in preparation for war. Resistance training emerged in the 11th century as a...
A Brief History of Bodybuilding
Bodybuilding uses progressive resistance exercise to develop and control one’s musculature. The culture of muscle building has attracted people for many years, long before it became the competitive bodybuilding sport that we know it as today. Bodybuilding...
Preworkout Nutrition for Bodybuilders
As the old adage goes, "bodybuilders are made in the kitchen, not the gym." Nutrition is a huge, and frequently overlooked, aspect of building lean muscle while keeping the fat off. Although getting optimal macronutrient ratios beefed up with plenty of protein,...
How to Start Bodybuilding at Home
If you’re a fitness fanatic who is stuck inside because of the COVID-19 crisis, finding a way to work out and maintain your strength while you stay home is surely of paramount importance. Thankfully, bodybuilding from home is still possible, so you shouldn’t worry...
The Difference Between Athletic Training and Bodybuilding
At a glance, there doesn't seem to be a big difference between athletic training and bodybuilding. Both involve training to be in better physical condition, look your best, and compete against others. However, there are some key differences between the two. These...
The Most Important Supplements for Bodybuilding
A proper diet and weight lifting aren't enough alone to get the physique that bodybuilders desire. Supplements are one of the best ways to get the most out of intense training sessions and build muscle while trimming away fat. There are thousands of supplements on the...
The Importance of Stretching as a Bodybuilder
Most people don’t know there are two kinds of stretches: dynamic and static. Dynamic stretching is meant to be performed on cold muscles before a workout begins. It is a technique designed to improve the mobility of a group of muscles ahead of time in order to avoid injury. It does this by moving through a range-of-motion, most often in a way that mimics the activity someone is about to perform. This is a great stretch to do before cardio exercise such as running. On the other end of the spectrum is static stretching. This is when you hold a position for a matter of moments without moving, at the end-range of motion (extension). It is similar to yoga posing, but unlike yoga, static stretching isn’t as focused on breathing techniques. It’s more about improving your overall flexibility. It also aids in recovery after exercise and provides other healing benefits. This type of stretching is especially important in the field of bodybuilding.
The Bodybuilders Guide to New Years Resolutions
The start of the new year means a chance to kickstart new goals for 2020. Most people center their goals around their health, pledging to eat better and work out more. For those who never miss a gym day no matter what month of the year, your goals may look a little...
The Best Foods to Feed Your Muscles
The most important factor that will help you to gain strength and build your muscles is the nutrients that you put into your body while doing so. Nutrition plays just as big a role in bodybuilding as the physical activity of weight lifting does. A lot of nutritional...