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Bliss CBD Oil for Athletes

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Written by: Michelle G. Thibault
Edited by: Ryan McTeigue

Bliss CBD Oils for Athletes

With the advent of the novel CBD oil in the world of cannabis and hemp related products, more and more research is emerging to provide scientific proof and establish the medical benefits of cannabis especially in particular extracts like Cannabidiol. CBD is a non-psychoactive property that is found in industrial hemp and is the vital ingredient for the medicinal properties of cannabis.

As an athlete or a fitness lover, your body is subjected to exhaustion, physical injuries, and the consequences of wear and tear. At the end of a long session of extensive training or a rigorous workout, you will feel these effects and it will definitely affect your performance. This article will explore the medical benefits associated with Bliss Formula CBD Oil and how it will facilitate your best game ever and support you to a speedy recovery!

Bliss Formula CBD oil tinctures do not contain any THC so they will not give you the psychoactive buzz and are completely legal. Our formulas are based from scientific research illustrated through the following:


Bliss CBD Oil on Inflammation

Athletic and physically active individuals face inflammation on a daily basis. Bliss CBD oil acts as an anti-inflammatory thus saving you from joint and muscle injury during workouts, as well as reducing the usual aches and pains. This is made possible through the Endocannabinoid System that we have in our body mediated by CB1 and CB2 receptors.

Bliss CBD Oil on Game-day Nerves and Anxiety

It is typical to feel anxious for a big game or event despite all that hard work and rigorous training. Bliss CBD Oil targets performance anxiety and nips it right in the bud. Renowned for its anti-depressant/anxiolytic properties, bodybuilders and athletes alike have switched to CBD from pharmaceuticals like Xanax and Zoloft. In addition to its mood-lifting and calming properties, Bliss CBD oil is completely safe, non-habit forming and all natural.

Bliss CBD Oil on Recovery

Sustaining an injury during a workout, a practice session or a game event is sometimes inescapable. A good alternative away from strong painkillers that give you liver and kidney damage, Bliss CBD Oil effectively combats pain while speeding up your recovery time. Lab Analysis reveals a direct interaction between CBD and S296 which consequently mediate glycinergic cannabinoid-induced suppression of pain.

Scientific research has multiple evidences of CBD’s healing effects on degenerative diseases like Multiple Sclerosis and Alzheimer, even traumatic brain injuries. Bliss CBD oil can absolutely bring your body to a state of homeostasis and well-being to help you get back into the game in no time.

CBD is taking the Sports and Fitness industry by storm with all its proven benefits and exceptional range of medicinal applications. If you are looking for a supplement that is all-natural, therapeutically safe and effective without the side-effects, try Bliss CBD Oil for peak athletic performance and fast recovery. It is an absolute gem to help you keep winning in this big game we call life!

References:

1.https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/22585736

2.https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/?term=Cannabidiol+improves+lung+function+and+inflammation+in+mice+submitted+to+LPS-induced+acute+lung+injury

3. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20002102

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How To Reverse The Aging Process 
(A Fact-Based Article)

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By M.G Thibault
Edited by Ryan McTeigue

Why do we age? It’s no big secret that people put tremendous effort, time and money to try and reverse the effects of aging and try various methods to appear vibrant and youthful. As aging is inescapable, our struggle to become perpetually young is wasted energy. However while we can’t turn back the hands of time, it has been scientifically proven through bio-age analysis, that we can reverse our biological age. This blog focuses on the mitochondria (energy producers of the cell) and the latest information to come out about the link between boosting mitochondria and its effects on anti-aging.

Recently, scientists have discovered that changes in the mitochondria of our cells pose as a potential central regulator of the aging process. Research suggests the link between anti-aging and healthy mitochondria, has to do with the mitochondria’s influence in our body’s immune system, the fact it produces almost all of our cells Adenine triphosphate (ATP) which supplies the cells and subsequently the entire body with energy and the nuclear signalling mitochondria drives that controls our circadian rhythm – the bodies automatic sleep-wake cycle.

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30059016/

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6118639/

Following the lead of the latest research studies, health and fitness proponents caught wind of this fact and are now focusing on the mitochondria as an effective route to delay the biological clock and here’s what we have found out so far:

1. High intensity interval training (HIIT)

High intensity interval training (HIIT) is a great strategy to boost mitochondrial function. A 2017 study in cell metabolism found that the HIIT style training caused cells to make more proteins for the mitochondria, which revitalizes them. HIIT training created a 49% increase in mitochondrial capacity for young, healthy adults in the study: the older volunteers experienced a whopping 69% increase!!

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC1540458/

2. Grounding (or earthing)

Grounding (or earthing) is the habit of attaching bare skin to the Earth such as soil or grass. They found that the mitochondria in the grounded subjects are less stressed and not working so hard to produce energy due to the body’s state of homeostasis. Believe it or not, there is reliable scientific data behind this. A meta-analysis demonstrates that Grounding could support restorative sleep and help with chronic pain. Another research also noted its significant effects on the immune system and wound healing. So, take off your shoes and get your bare feet on the grass as often as possible.

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3265077/

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4378297/

3. CoQ10

Taking CoQ10 helps the mitochondria with energy production. CoQ10 is an antioxidant that our body naturally produces but gets depleted as we age. By facilitating Adenosine Triphosphate (ATP) production in the mitochondria, CoQ10 maintains the normal functioning of our muscles and body organs especially the brain and heart which require the most fuel.

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24534273/

4. Supplementing with Acetyl-L-carnitine

Supplementing with Acetyl-L-carnitine or ALC provides more than 20% of mitochondrial proteins which helps our cells’ batteries to function properly, including those involved in antioxidant defence and energy production. Moreover, one of the key changes in physiology associated with longevity is an increased acetylation of mitochondrial proteins.

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25660059/


5. Hyper Lean

Taking Elite Sarms – Hyper Lean (SR9009) for drastically Increased Mitochondrial production and improved function is another potent way to increase the body’s energy generators. In muscle, SR9009 encourages the production of new mitochondria while lowering the deterioration rate of older cells and completely removing damaged ones. A study was conducted where lab mice treated with SR9009 showed an increased number of total and active mitochondria. This mechanism was mediated by repressing autophagy (the consumption of the body’s own tissue as a metabolic process occurring in starvation and certain diseases) genes in the muscle cells. Elite Sarms – Hyper Lean (SR9009) also leads to a relative boost in power and longer endurance when the skeletal muscles are at work!

Aside from stimulating the quantitative increase of mitochondria, SR9009 also facilitates their efficiency, thereby promoting the muscle’s fat burning ability by accelerating the metabolic rate.

As a REV-ERB α and β agonist, SR9009 increases the basal metabolic rate and promotes energy balance by regulating the expression of genes related to lipid and glucose metabolism. This is the reason why SR9009 is a popular product among fitness people and athletes. Check out this article to find out more about the fat burning properties of SR9009.

https://www.elitesarms.com/collections/all-products/products/hyper-lean-sr9009

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23852339/

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5085709/

https://www.elitesarms.com/blogs/news/metabolic-boosters-for-effective-fat-loss

The Final Word: What we’ve now learnt about the mitochondria and how it can address the fundamental mechanism of ageing gives us an opportunity to move beyond old age and perhaps even tackle the problems and health issues that are associated with aging. This can be a phenomenal shift where we stop putting a bandage over the effect of time, but instead get to the roots of ageing which is within our cells. In this way, we can take control of our biology, health and performance as our chronological age-clock ticks into the future.

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Post Cycle Therapy: Why is it Crucial to Your Muscle-building Regimen?

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What is Post Cycle Therapy (PCT)

You just finished your Sarms bulking cycle, and you’re feeling great now that you’ve made some of the best gains you ever had in your life. Now your target is to maintain your lean gains. In this Blog we discuss the best protocol for keeping your gains Post-cycle.

Post-cycle therapy or PCT.

Some may not be aware of the importance of PCT in between bulking or cutting cycles, but it should be an imperative part of your regimen especially if you’re really serious about your body building/body transformation goals.

Who should take PCT and Why

If you’re an avid fitness lover, you’re no stranger to powerful supplements like SARMs, or the old school – Anabolics. Whether you belong to either of these two or you are using both, reading this article may help you with bridging the gains or losses you made during cycle so you can continue to move forward even after you’ve finished a cycle.

Anabolics and PCT

There’s nothing more dangerous when it comes to supplements like anabolic steroids. They can offer Massive gains and strength but these benefits are far outweighed by the risks.

It’s not only the adverse effects you may get during a course of steroids but also the unpleasant repercussions you’re faced with after you finish your cycle. This is where post cycle therapy comes in.

When you take Anabolics, you’re pumping the body full of huge amounts of artificial testosterone in addition to your natural androgens, to amplify muscle growth, strength and body composition. Because there’s an unnaturally high amount of testosterone circulating in the body, the negative feedback loop will firstly shut down your body’s natural production of testosterone, and then convert the rest into estrogen. We all know that too much estrogen in the body, particularly in males result in:

  • Decrease in Muscle Mass – you end up losing your gains
  • Low libido – you can have little or no sex drive
  • Gynecomastia – you can get ‘Man Boobs’ and sensitive nipples
  • Increased Fat around the Abdomen – kiss your chiselled abs goodbye
  • Mood Swings – you can have girl tantrums too. Or cry watching romance movies with your partner ; )The Takeaway: Have a PCT protocol in place if you do decide to attempt any Anabolic cycle or a Sarms cycle longer than 12 weeks.

SARMs and PCT

If you’re taking SARMs you also know by now that it is much safer because of its selectivity to the androgen receptors of muscles, bones and connective tissues. Meaning it will not affect your heart, liver, or prostate; and it doesn’t shutdown your testosterone. Which begs the question, why would you still need a PCT when you’re supplementing with SARMs?

Because of Sarms high affinity to selective androgen receptors, SARMs displaces your natural testosterone that are supposed to attach to your muscles and bones. This results in 2 things: 1. Your body’s ability to gain lean muscle mass and strength increases (a SARMs effect)

2. Your natural testosterone remains circulating in the blood, which can lead to a suppression of testosterone via the minor negative feedback reaction for natural testosterone increasing in the body.

Now, it takes a longer amount of time for your endogenous testosterone to build up in your circulation to cause a mild suppression or when the brain detects it enough to start converting the testosterone to estrogen.

I want to emphasize that everyone’s biology is created differently thus, your body’s response to different supplements will vary to another reaction. Others can do away without using a PCT when they supplement with SARMs. But some may be more sensitive to their own test levels that a small increase in the blood requires a PCT.

Benefits of Post Cycle Therapy

An Effective PCT after a bulking cycle works to complete the following:

  • Blocks Estrogen
  • Detoxifies the Liver
  • Maintains muscle gains and lower body fat levels
  • Promotes and sustains Natural Test levels
    Types of PCTs


Selective Estrogen Receptor Modulators or SERMs work to block estrogen receptors in the hypothalamus, which stimulates LH/FSH production and stimulates testicular testosterone production. In males with a mild suppression in testosterone, the administration of Tamoxifen, 20 mg/day for 10 days is perfect to rebalancing the body. In a study of normal males, Tamoxifen stimulated a moderate increase in luteinizing hormone (LH), follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH), testosterone, and estradiol levels. Studies also show patients with lower FSH levels had a significantly higher increase in sperm count and concentration when Tamoxifen daily.

https://www.elitesarms.com/products/elite-sarms-protect-tamoxifen-20mg-ml

http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/640052

http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/1938185

Aromatase inhibitors or AI‘s is another component of a reliable Post cycle regimen. Arimistane is an Aromatase Inhibitor and works by blocking the Aromatase enzyme responsible for converting testosterone into estrogen. A daily dosage of 25 mg allows you to balance hormone levels while normalizing your testosterone secretion.

Some studies actually call Arimistane as a suicide aromatase inhibitor (AI) because it permanently binds to the aromatase enzyme and prevents any estrogen rebound. By blocking excess estrogen, you cans dodge nasty symptoms that come with it such as gynecomastia, toxic fat gain, mood swings, and water retention.

Furthermore, it has also been shown to reduce cortisol, raise LH (luteinizing hormone), and increase testosterone levels to help with results during and post-cycle.

https://www.drugs.com/drug-class/aromatase-inhibitors.html

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/14513432/

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Best Supplements for Improving Bedroom Performance (Science-based)

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Performance in the bedroom is import for males. Sexual prowess is strongly related to a man’s self-esteem, which further explains why the typical male feels powerful when he performs well and deflated when performance is not up to the preferred level.

If you have a low libido or fertility issues, you’re not alone. Clinical studies suggest that sexual dysfunction is common – 43% of women and 31% of men encounter some degree of dysfunction throughout their lifetime. It is a delicate topic that some people are embarrassed to talk about and yet its prevalence has generated a lot of public interest. Thus, there is a substantial demand for remedies, compounds and medications to address sexual dysfunction.

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/11122954/

Supplements for Enhancing Male Performance

Supplement 1: Maca Powder

The maca plant, scientifically known as; Lepidium meyenii, is popularly referred to as the Peruvian ginseng. The plant’s root was traditionally employed to enhance fertility and sex drive, thanks to its tonic properties. The Peruvian plant, which also belongs to the Brassica family, also claims to improve energy and stamina.

It grows exclusively between 4000 and 4500m in the central Andes, weathering harsh conditions and at very high altitudes.

Compared to placebo, Research shows that Maca effectively enhances sexual drive in both male and female subjects. According to lab studies, Maca can also invigorate spermatogenesis by affecting the initial stages of sperm production. This improves sperm volume and quality, which then enhances fertility in men.

The Maca root powder is high in protein, carbs, vitamin C, copper, and iron, and is also popularly used as a mood enhancer.

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/20691074/

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/11561196/


Supplement 2: Panax Ginseng

This plant mainly grows in Asia, and is sometimes known as Asian ginseng, Chinese ginseng, or Korean red ginseng. Panax ginseng is typically utilised as an herbal tonic to increase alertness and improve libido.

Research studies support that Panax ginseng may be an effective alternative treatment for erectile dysfunction. The main mechanism behind its effectivity is enhanced levels of nitric oxide synthesis in the corpus cavernosum, the erectile tissue in the penis. The enhanced nitric oxide levels effect further vasodilation, thus causing the aphrodisiac action of the root.

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2561113/

Supplement 3: Yohimbine HCl

West African traditional medicine also has its own remedy for sexual tonic – Yohimbe is a herbal supplement which boasts a long history of use to improve sexual performance. The supplement is derived from the bark of an evergreen tree found in Western and Central Africa called the Pausinystalia johimbe.

Yohimbine, pharmacologically classified as an alpha-2-adrenoceptor antagonist, works by blocking adrenergic receptors – which play an important role in inhibiting erections. Hence, yohimbine may help alleviate erectile dysfunction. According to another clinical trial, Yohimbine’s response on participants resulted in; improved rigidity on the RigiScan test and slightly higher levels of serum testosterone – which makes Yohimbine a promising therapy to organically treat erectile dysfunction and low libido.

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/10845767/

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/11896474/

Supplement 4 and 5: Sildenafil and Tadalafil

One of the most common questions related to ED medicines like Sildenafil (Viagra) and Tadalafil (Cialis), is how they affect the sexual experience. Do they change the way sex feels or have any impact on sexual enjoyment or performance?

The mechanism behind Sildenafil (Viagra) is fairly simple. It is a PDE5 inhibitor, meaning it inhibits the particular enzyme that controls blood flow to the soft tissue of the penis. When you take Sildenafil, the blood vessels that supply blood to and around the penile shaft dilate, allowing more blood flow and making it easier to get an erection.

Sildenafil won’t make you spontaneously get an erection unless you’re sexually aroused, physically or mentally. Instead, it just makes it easier for your body to develop and maintain an erection by improving blood flow to the tissue of the penis.

A 2007 study noted that Sildenafil is “effective and safe” for treating premature ejaculation, which means it has a positive effect on the amount of time you can last. Sildenafil facilitates developing and sustaining an erection, which means once aroused, even when you’re feeling anxious or poorly stimulated, you’re less likely to lose your erection during sex.

Sildenafil usually leaves your system after 2 to 3 hours. Depending on your metabolism, it can take 5 to 6 hours to fully leave your system, which makes it the perfect supplement if you’re looking for Supreme male performance in the bedroom.

You can find Sildenafil in the Elite Sarms range Here:

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/17470165

https://www.healthline.com/health/erectile-dysfunction/how-long-does-viagra-last

RISE to the Occasion

Cyclic guanosine monophosphate (cGMP) is a nucleotide responsible for relaxing smooth muscle tissues. In our blood vessels, when the vascular smooth muscles relax, this leads to vasodilation and increased blood flow.


Tadalafil (Cialis) works by preventing the breakdown of cGMP, which significantly means more vasodilation and subsequently greater blood flow to the sexual organs. What’s cutting edge about Tadalafil over other PDE5 inhibitors is its high selectivity. As a matter of fact, Tadalafil has 700x more selectivity compared to Viagra (7x) and Levitra (3x). This means Tadalafil doesn’t have some of the negative side effects that can come about such as; headache, pressure behind the eyes, stuffy nose or vision problems which can occur from other PDE5 inhibitor compounds.


Amazing fact about Tadalafil: It has an active half-life for up to 17.5 hrs resulting in erectile responsiveness for up to 36 hours with a single dose! Compared to other male enhancement products which work for about 4-6 hours, one dose of Tadalafil will ensure that by all means, your stamina in the bedroom will be truly epic!

You can find Tadalafil in the Elite Sarms range Here:



https://www.elitesarms.com/collections/sexual-performance/products/tadalafil

https://www.drugs.com/monograph/tadalafil.html

https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/Tadalafil#section=Top

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/19756466/#:~:text=In%20contrast%20to%20other%20currently%20available%20PDE5%20inhibitors,up%20to%2036%20h%20after%201%20single%20dose.

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You Vs. THE-VID – How to bulletproof your immune system to athletically thrive in 2021 (Part II)

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You Vs. THE-VID
How to bulletproof your immune system to athletically thrive in 2021 (Part II)

By Ryan McTeigue

I am not going to go into what Covid-19 is and how we got to this point – there are already enough articles, videos, blogs and information online thats been forced down your throat on the subject and I’m sure by now your probably tired of reading, hearing, and experiencing the social effects of these trying times.

Instead, I am going to go straight into 6 Practical Steps you can take – right now – to bulletproof your immune system so you can keep moving towards your physique and athletic performance goals in 2021.

As always, these steps are fully backed by scientific studies and evidence which are sited throughout the blog and at the conclusion. I will only give you verified steps to ensure your immune system is so high that no virus in the world can come within 100 miles when you integrate these 6 steps into your weekly routine and consistently apply them each day whenever possible.

You could call this your all-natural vaccine from this thing. I am not a medical doctor, but I Am an intelligent human being that can read between the lines, know my own body, my own immune system and the power we all have within us to overcome sickness especially when we remove toxicities from our physical vehicles and lifestyle and allow the body to do what it was designed to do – thrive!!!

1. Exercise

The first one on the list is my favourite natural vaccine of all times and the most potent Immune booster in this list is – EXERCISE. As cited in the Journal of Sport and Health Science (Volume 8, Issue 3, May 2019, Pages 201-217) – exercise causes a change in antibodies and white blood cells which are the bodies immune system cells that fight ALL disease. These antibodies accumulate more rapidly with consistent exercise detecting illness and then destroying it before the sickness can take over the body.

Consistent exercise in the correct time frame and intensity lowers cortisol levels – the stress hormone that can either boost or lower the immune system. Cortisol is actually a necessary function in the body, however when it is kept high for prolonged periods of time, this can cause a decrease in the immune system. With financial and social stress at an all-time high in the world right now reducing elevated cortisol levels through physical exercise is more important than ever – especially for our mental and emotional state which prolonged elevated cortisol also readily effects.

Exercise also causes sweating and the heating of the body which leads to the release of toxins. There is also a vasodilation effect – where blood vessels expand improving circulation and improving further mobilisation of toxins from the body.

https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2095254618301005#!

2. Hydration


Drinking water can help improve the overall immunity of your body. Staying well hydrated helps the body naturally flush bacteria and toxins out that can cause infection or illness.

When we get an adequate amount of water daily, oxygen and nutrients are dispersed throughout the entire body, and waste material is flushed out from the body. Thus, it helps keep diseases at bay by increasing the bodies metabolism of cellular hydration and toxin removal.

As the immune system drives the health of the body and its capability to fight diseases and water hydration is scientifically proven to flush toxins thus improving the immune system then drinking enough water daily can be viewed as a preventative type of health maintenance.

Now we’ve covered how important it is to stay hydrated each day, next we’ll talk about the best types of water. One of the most hydrating and effective waters known today is called: Alkaline water. Alkaline refers to the pH scale of the water. This pH scale is from 0 – 14 and measures how acidic or basic a substance is. Alkaline water has a pH level between 8 and 10.

The difference between normal water and alkaline water is normal waters acidity level. Normal tap water contains more hydroxide than hydrogen ions.

Alkaline water also contains more minerals like; magnesium, potassium and calcium. It is known to neutralise toxic compounds present in the body. The body can also absorb more alkaline water – meaning more water that is consumed throughout the day can be used by the body to hydrate you.

Add some lemon to your water for an extra boost in vitamin C, B-vitamins, potassium, magnesium and iron. The vitamin C from the lemon juice helps prevent free radicals from causing cell damage which if allowed to build up – can lead to serious diseases like cancer.

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12376390/
https://www.cdc.gov/healthywater/drinking/nutrition/index.html

3. Sunlight (Vitamin D)

The UV rays in our sun help the body to make more Vitamin D – which is considered one of the most important pro-hormones (not technically a vitamin) for the body as it is responsible for the health of all the bodies; bones, blood cells and the immune cells. It also helps the body absorb minerals and nutrients effectively. Low Vitamin D levels are linked to the development of autoimmune diseases such as multiple sclerosis.
Apart from vitamin D’s direct effect on the immune system, it also helps to regulate the circadian rhythm – helping those who get adequate sunlight during the day fall asleep easily at night, meaning better rest and better recovery for the body.

4. Sleep and rest

Making sure your body has a chance to rest and recover from the day is important for your immune system to function at its full strength and full capacity.

When we sleep, our bodies produce a protein called cytokines, which target infection and inflammation, creating an immune response during our sleeping hours. Our bodies also produce T-cells during sleep, which are white blood cells that play a critical role in our body’s immune response to an infectious disease such as Covid-19.

Studies have found that this inflammation response caused by the cytokines occurs even when a person isn’t actively hurt or sick. Research conducted on the type of cells and cytokines involved in this nighttime immune activity indicates that its primary role is to – strengthen adaptive immunity7. Meaning, when we are in deep rest our body is teaching our immune system to be more resilient to disease and infection.

Just like sleep can help the brain consolidate learning and memory8, research now suggests that sleep strengthens the immune memory. The immune memory is the interaction of the immune system components during sleep reinforcing the immune system’s ability to remember how to recognize and react to dangerous antigens.

https://journals.physiology.org/doi/full/10.1152/physrev.00010.2018

https://www.niaid.nih.gov/research/immune-system-overview


5. Nutrition


Does nutrition play a part in immunity and a strong or weak immune system? The answer is a loud – YES!

Eating enough nutrients as part of a varied diet is required for the health and function of all cells, including immune cells. Certain nutritional programs may better prepare the body for microbial attacks and excess inflammation, but it is unlikely that individual foods offer special protection. Each stage of the body’s immune response relies on the presence of many micronutrients. Examples of nutrients that have been identified as critical for the growth and function of immune cells include: vitamin C, vitamin D, zinc, selenium, iron, and protein (including the amino acid glutamine). These micronutrients are all found in a variety of plant and animal foods.

Diets that are limited in variety and lower in nutrients, such as diets consisting of large amounts of ultra-processed foods and lacking in minimally processed foods, can negatively affect a healthy immune system. It is also believed that a Western diet high in refined sugar and red meat and low in fruits, vegetables and fibre can promote disturbances in healthy intestinal microorganisms, resulting in chronic inflammation of the gut, and associated suppressed immunity.

The microbiome is an internal galaxy of trillions of microorganisms that live in our body, mostly in the intestines. It is an area of intense and active research, as scientists are finding that the microbiome plays a key role in immune function. The gut is a major site of immune activity and the production of antimicrobial proteins. Diet plays a large role in determining what kinds of microbes live in our gut. A high-fiber plant-rich diet with plenty of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and legumes appear to support the growth and maintenance of beneficial microbes.

Certain helpful microbes break down fibers into short chain fatty acids, which have been shown to activate immune cell activity. These fibers are called prebiotics because they feed microbes. Probiotic foods contain live helpful bacteria. Some examples of Probiotic foods are: Kefir, yogurt with live active cultures, fermented cheeses, fermented vegetables such as sauerkraut, tempeh, kombucha tea, kimchi and miso soup.

An example of some Prebiotic foods are: Garlic, onions, leeks, asparagus, Jerusalem artichokes, dandelion, bananas, seaweed. A good daily dosage of fruits and vegetables will provide a healthy amount of dietary prebiotics.

6. Immune boosting herbs and supplements


Lemon, Ginger, Tumeric, Cayenne pepper tonic:

This is a favourite tonic of mine, which is my go-to whenever I can feel my immune system lowered and sickness coming on and also during the times of feeling unwell.

For the best version of this tonic you will need a cold-pressed juicer. However if that is unavailable to you a normal juicer will suffice. Cut 2 lemons in quarters and feed directly into the cold press juicer, then juice around 50 grams of fresh Tumeric and 50 grams of fresh ginger and finally add 1/2 teaspoon of cayenne pepper to the final juice. Mix this all up and take around 30mls for each dosage. This can be dosed 3 – 6 times in one day when your immune system is down. Or 1-3 times daily to keep your immune system high each day.

The lemon, ginger and turmeric work to clean the blood, destroy bad bacteria and pathogens while the cayenne pepper works to deliver all the nutrients of the mixture directly into the blood. This works wonders for the common flu and cold’s.

Multi-Minerals

A deficiency of minerals and nutrients have ben scientifically proven to alter the body’s immune response. Studies have found that deficiencies in zinc, selenium, iron, copper, folic acid, and vitamins A, B6, C, D, and E can alter immune responses. These important nutrients help the immune system in several ways: working as an antioxidant to protect healthy cells, supporting growth and activity of immune cells, and producing antibodies. Epidemiological studies find that those who are poorly nourished of these important minerals are at greater risk of bacterial, viral, and other infections.

In conclusion, instead of focusing on the outer news, this article aims to focus you on your bodies inner news. By listening to your body and implementing these immune boosting practical steps will help you to actively navigate through these times by taking control of and boosting your bodies own natural defence system.

It is time to take back the power that has been given to others and take control of our lives again in 2021. I hope you find the hope in this article the way it was intended to be given – and take from it the gold you need to athletically, physically, emotionally and mentally thrive in the new year.

Peace and hard training everyone,

Ryan.

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Body Re-composition CHALLENGES and how to OVERCOME them.

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Body Re-composition CHALLENGES and how to OVERCOME them.

By Michelle Gabata-Thibault and Ryan McTeigue

Recomposition. Incase you are new to the term Re-comp or body re-composition – this is one of the hardest feats to create in the human body – building muscle while simultaneously loosing body fat. The below article aims to point out the intense challenges that one will face when attempting this coveted goal and the potential solutions you can practically apply in order to overcome these challenges to WIN the body of your dreams.

Let’s dive in….


Challenge 1 – Mental Fatigue

So, you have a goal in mind and you’ve motivated yourself to hit the gym and push hard at every workout, but once mental fatigue sets in, it makes you feel that you need to work harder physically in order to achieve your Recomposition target, you feel a bit discouraged which decreases your performance in the gym and punches holes in your training consistency.

The mind and body are so interconnected that thinking or more precisely over-thinking can greatly impact the body’s physical performance including power, muscular endurance, speed and reaction time. The motivation to train is definitely governed by mental energy.

For instance, when the perception of fatigue sets in – muscles burning and the feeling like they’re about to cramp—is amplified, your brain tells you “STOP,” and exhaustion sets in. You‘re probably physiologically good and your body may be capable of performing much more, the problem is you are mentally incapable of going any further – which has a very physical effect on the body.

The Solution

It’s a no brainer to some, but many are still unaware that training intensity is king – not duration. Shorter, higher-intensity workouts do not require as much mental energy as longer workouts. Just like anything you want to get better at, start small and increase over time. In the gym this will translate to shorter, more intense workouts and with each training session you gradually increase your workout duration over time while keeping the intensity high.

You can prevent mental fatigue from setting in too early in your workouts by the type of training you do also. Integrating High-intensity interval training sessions (HIIT), which are high-intensity, low-duration workouts into your Body Recomp protocol is a highly effective way of cutting fat and building muscle.

Supplements like coffee and nootropics can also improve physical performance by giving you the extra push to fight mental fatigue and support your willpower. Another powerful supplement is CBD or Cannabidiol, which regulates the Endocannabinoid System to relieve mental exhaustion, provide focus, and enhance your concentration for longer periods of time. Elite Sarms Tight® (RAD 140) is another nootropic proven to not only boost your focus, but also help you gain lean muscle mass while shredding fat simultaneously.

For a mindset reprogramming towards peak performance, check out our article: OPTIMUM PERFORMANCE: 7 Ways To Build A Mindset Geared For Results.

Intel Sources:

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29985969/

https://www.blissformula.com/collections/home-page/products/focus-cbd-oil?variant=16592054419522

https://www.elitesarms.com/products/tight-rad-140?_pos=1&_sid=d389ec49c&_ss=r

Challenge 2 – Underestimating the Importance of Sleep

Do you realize that lack of sleep will make you gain fat and even leads to muscle loss?

Yesssss sir and the culprit is – Cortisol.

Our body increases the secretion of cortisol when we lack sleep. If cortisol is chronically elevated it means this hormone will constantly increase blood sugar levels, which in turn will lead to more frequent releases of insulin. This will lead to body fat gain and can also lead to insulin resistance. Insulin resistance can impede your fat shredding goals because constantly elevated insulin levels make it harder to mobilize stored fat.

When it comes to cortisol’s effects on muscle mass, this bad boy directly increases muscle breakdown – the opposite of what we are going for. It does this by; firstly, decreasing nutrient uptake by the muscles, thereby making it more problematic to transport amino acids to the muscles to build new tissue and restore muscle glycogen stores. Secondly, cortisol stimulates myostatin – a protein that inhibits muscle cell growth and differentiation. By increasing myostatin through chronic cortisol elevation your potential for muscle development becomes limited.

The Solution

Take your sleep as serious as you take your training. Help the mind and body to relax at night by establishing a proper sleep routine and making sure your bedroom is quiet, dark and relaxing at bedtime. Also, make a habit of removing electronic devices, such as mobile phones, tablets and computers from the bedroom and switch off the TV. These electronic devices interfere with the bodies natural energy patterns and most definitely effects sleep. Also when it’s dark, your body releases more melatonin which switches your circadian rhythm into sleep mode.

Studies show that supplements like ZMA and Melatonin facilitate relaxation at night and help improve the quality of sleep. CBD Oil works wonders to reset the Central Nervous System (CNS) into a deeper level of relaxation to allow maximum muscle recovery. CBD Oil’s multiple effects through the ECS (endocannabinoid system) also regulate pain and inflammation in the body while releasing stress to help you fall into deeper sleep and stay there.

Intel sources:

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21226679/

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31202198/

Challenge 3 – Tracking what you Eat

It’s easy to over or underestimate your calorie needs if you don’t take your Re-comp nutrition serious. One of the biggest hitches with dieters is they underestimate the significance of having portions and macros correctly dialled-in. How can you tell if you’re reaching the necessary amount of calories and nutrients ideal for cutting fat and gaining muscle if you are not measuring?

It’s useless to start a diet program if you’re not going to put the effort of weighing and measuring your food. Especially when your goal is to lose fat. Ie if you make the mistake of under-eating for days only to end up caving in and pigging out on fast absorbing sugars when you cave – then perhaps its best to re-group on your nutrition strategy.

The Solution

Teach yourself to track calories and macros and make it a habit. At the beginning of your Re-comp protocol, spend extra time weighing and measuring your food to see the proper portion size that will give you the right number of calories and macros. You’ll be amazed at the difference in how fast your body transforms once you start tracking your calorie and macro intake rather than – just winging it.

If you are feeling particularly challenged when it comes to suppressing your appetite, CBD oil can also help in controlling hunger pangs due to its ability to block CB1 receptors. Research demonstrates that by blocking CB1 receptors, appetite suppression is affected. One lab study even showed that rats given CBD ate much less food than the control, through increasing leptin sensitivity – a hormone that creates communication between the brain and stomach and signals to your brain when you are actually full.

Intel sources:
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/14770190/

https://www.blissformula.com/collections/home-page/products/ritual-cbd-oil?variant=16600982159426

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22543671/

Conclusion

So, there you have it. Body re-composition is not challenge free, but if it were easy everyone would have an amazing body. But the truth is, it has to be earn’t, over time and with discipline. By relating to these challenges you face on a daily basis and by taking our grounded approach in the solution to these challenges, you have a plan in place to create a body re-comp protocol that works for you.

With determination, willpower and time you can can achieve your most athletic and fulfilled physique. Whether you’re a beginner, intermediate or a Pro – be sure to take advantage of high quality supplementation – as exactly that – to supplement the strong foundations you are setting in your body re-composition journey, never forgetting the true foundations to your best physique are and always will be, through highly-focused nutrition, training and rest.

Peace and gains team,

– Elite Sarms

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How to not get fat over Christmas Holidays!!! A Re-Composition Holiday Special

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Written by: Michelle G. Thibault
Edited by: Ryan McTeigue

You know the drill. It’s holiday season and attending Christmas parties left and right are to be expected. These social gatherings are of course, centered around food, and mostly holiday foods like cakes, pastries, and processed foods loaded with heaps of fat and sugar. This is where your gains will get hit hard. Eating too much of these ‘holiday’ foods is guaranteed to pack on extra pounds of body fat that you worked so hard in the year to lose.

Compounding the hurt, with all the holiday stuff to be done, it’s easy to skip the gym or stop working out completely because let’s face it, the Holidays are a time of fun and celebration. Many peeps fall off their training routine and if you’re leaning towards doing that, let me point out that it will only lead to more hard work to undo just a couple of days of shitty eating.
That warm fuzzy feeling that the Holidays usually bring will instantly turn into a low vibe when we comatose ourselves to the couch with cookie crumbs spread all over our pyjamas😝

But it’s not all bad news. In this Elite Sarms article we are going to give you some Practical Hot Tips on how to survive smashing your aunties baked goods at the Christmas party and still stay shred💪🏼

If you want to be proactive and survive the Christmas and New Year with little fat gain and maintained or increased muscle mass, this is the blog for you!

Tip #1: Prioritize your workouts and schedule them first thing in the morning.

With the Holiday rush, family, work and social commitments, your schedule could be hectic over the holidays. However, if you get your training done before the chaos starts, you’ll move energy through your body and elevate your dopamine and serotonin levels in the brain and that sense of satisfaction from having the discipline to wake up early and go to the gym, sets a positive tone for the rest of the day. If this is not possible during weekdays, schedule your workout at lunchtime. Either way, the earlier in the day the better.


To get you into a focused mindset and help you with your Recomposition targets, Elite Sarms – Tight RAD 140 is one of the best supplements to take before training. RAD-140 is reputed to achieve muscle strength through increases in muscle mass and decreases in fat tissue, which improves stamina and endurance during high-intensity training. Research studies showed that RAD140 protects brain nerves from amyloid beta proteins resulting in brain cell growth and synaptic plasticity. 🤯 Mind blown.

https://www.elitesarms.com/products/tight-rad-140?_pos=1&_sid=080391726&_ss=r

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3959610/

Tip #2 Increase Your Fiber Intake.

Fiber enhances your body’s ability to lose fat while facilitating intestinal function to keep you ‘regular’. A dietary plan high in fiber allows you to feel full, making it easier to eat fewer calories. Moreover, more calories are burned from digesting high fiber foods. Do you know that by increasing your fiber consumption to just 35 grams a day you can burn up to an additional 250 calories? No jokes peoples, this is a fat burning hack you have to try. To get this amount in naturally, consume fruits and nuts for snacks or even incorporate them into your holiday recipes! Or for complete ease, take a Fiber supplement of your choice and incorporate that daily in the am and pm before food.

Tip #3 Organize your Workout schedule One week in Advance.

Let’s be real, the amount of get-together’s combined with gym closures during the holidays can take a steamy dump on your training routine💩 – if you let it. However, if you plan a week ahead, the days and times you will be hitting the gym, this will eliminate this potential obstacle altogether.

Tip #4 Strategize your Cheat days and Cheat Meals

Basically you know Christmas and New Year’s Eve and other holiday parties are going to be cheat days with cheat meals. Therefore just factor those parties/days as your cheat meal days and try and have at least 3-4 days either side of them so the calories don’t pile up. You can actually use those days for carbohydrate re-feeding (learn more about using cheat meals to build muscle and burn fat here: https://www.elitesarms.com/blogs/news/how-to-body-re-comp-through-eating-food).

Now, moving on to your cheat meals – start with your vegetables first if any are present☺️, to ingest some healthy fibre which will help with digestion. Secondly; the proteins and fats as this will give you the feeling of satiety. And finally; save the carbs and crazy-ass sugar loaded foods to the end of the meal. The trick is to not stuff yourself, stop when you are comfortably full but not bloated. For some, allotting 3-4 hours of cheat meals per cheat day, which includes around 2-3 meals, allows a certain degree of control and prevents your insulin from going through the roof and beginning to create fat storage.

Make your cheat days a ‘Mini Bulking Phase’ of your recomposition regimen by adding Physique 400 (LGD 4033) for supplementation. It is one powerful muscle builder, which also creates heavy-duty increases in strength and power during demanding workouts.

Check out Physique 400® (LGD4033) here: https://www.elitesarms.com/products/physique-400-lgd4033?_pos=3&_sid=88508ba10&_ss=r

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6039107/

Tip #5 Tough it out in the gym before your cheat meal to maximize muscle gains.

The body is conditioned to absorb nutrients particularly some proteins and a fair amount of carbs after a gruelling workout – the amounts, all dependant on your muscle mass. Therefore, it makes sense that having a cheat meal after a big workout will guarantee that a large majority of nutrients are used for recovery and muscle production/protein synthesis.

Wanting to get arms with incredible size and definition? Plan those super-pump arm workouts before your cheat meals to ensure an increase in volume and definition on your biceps and triceps – for example. 💪🏼

The Short On Chromium
Integrating Chromium into your supplementation stack especially helps during cheat days to facilitate your body’s response to insulin, efficiently assimilating those extra carbohydrates for muscle growth. Hyper Lean (SR9009) is a Rev-erb agonist that also gives you a metabolic boost to accelerate fat loss by improving glucose and fatty acid oxidation while supporting skeletal muscle development.

Check out Hyper Lean® (SR9009) here: https://www.elitesarms.com/collections/re-comp/products/hyper-lean-sr9009?_pos=1&_sid=210c6a8bc&_ss=r

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4656904/

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3343186/

Finale

In conclusion team, it’s been one hell of a year. We all deserve some down-time with our loved ones, friends and family, and we all deserve to let our hair down. But why not do this with some intelligence by adding some or all of the Practical hot tips listed above. This will ensure you keep moving forward over the Holidays and don’t regret a single piece of pizza, cake, cookie or beverage.

From the whole team here at Elite Sarms, we wish you the best of holidays, a Merry Christmas and a fire New Years Eve 🔥🔥 Go get the body you deserve and fall in love with the process of earning it.

Best,

Elite Sarms.

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Elite Sarms paired with TRAINING!

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What type of training will work best with the Elite Sarm Athletic Performance products? We get this question a lot from you guys! Therefore in this Blog we will investigate the Athletic Performance Sarms and dive into what type of training will best activate each Sarm to give you the best performance results.

To investigate this topic we are going to be reviewing the Elite Sarms Athletic Performance products range, which includes:

– Cardio Shred®
– Hyper Lean®
– Decavar®
– Tight®
– GH Pep®

Our athletic performance products work to promote two main areas:

1. Cardiovascular Improvement with sarms

– Cardio Shred® and;
– Hyper Lean®

and;

2. Muscle/Connective Tissue Repair and Strengthening with sarms

– Decavar®
– Tight® and;
– GH Pep®

Different training styles will work better than others in conjunction with the 5 athletic performance Sarms. For example Cardio Shred® activates receptor sites inside muscle that induces the formation of Type I muscle fibres – the type of muscle fibres that are normally developed only after countless hours of rigorous cardio-endurance training. Whereas, GH Pep® amplifies your bodies natural growth hormone pulsations, inducing rapid growth and repair of collagen – the main component in connective tissue. Athletic performance is dependant on performing during every training session and during live events and therefore injury prevention is key to every single athlete. Developing strong connective tissue is necessary for improved; strength, power, agility and speed, meanwhile building muscle mass takes a back seat when it comes to athletic performance.

Partaking in any of the training styles or sports listed below either in training or competition, will activate the Elite Sarm and allow one to experience the product working at is full potential – due to the sarms design and what specific effect is has on the body.

Let’s dive a little deeper into each Athletic Performance Sarm and the training styles or sports that are best suited to the product and why….

CARDIO SHRED® (GW0742)


Key Feature: O2 (Cardiovascular) Endurance. Cardio Shred’s active compound GW0742 is a PPARδ receptor agonist. By activating the PPARδ receptor, Cardio Shred® begins to elicit physical changes in the body as though one has been carrying out consistent cardiovascular training. Of course this effect is drastically amplified when one applies actual consistent cardio training into their workout regime.

Research revealed that GW0742 combined with cardiovascular exercise created a synergistic increase in oxidative myofibers and running endurance. Oxidative myofibers are muscle fibres that are slow-twitch fibers, which are characterised as muscles with long contraction duration, associated with endurance. It is through this improvement in the bodies muscle fibre makeup by enhancing the growth and number of endurance fibres, one is able to perform aerobic activities at greater intensities and for a longer duration!

– Marathon/Long distance running
– Triathalon
– Cycling
– Iron man
– Rowing (long distances)
– MMA (cardio endurance)
– Boxing (cardio endurance)
– Football (soccer)
– AFL

Source: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18674809/ (increased oxidative myofibers)
Source: https://courses.lumenlearning.com/suny-fitness/chapter/types-of-skeletal-muscle-fibers/(aerobic respiration to fuel muscle contractions)

HYPER LEAN® (SR9000)


Key Feature: Metabolic Conditioning. Hyper Lean®s active compound SR9009 has the incredible feature of increasing skeletal muscle mitochondria cells while at the same time repairing damaged mitochondria cells and detoxing dead ones. This results in the bodies ability to move high intensity work (exercise) through the body at a faster rate. In sports physiology terms this is referred to as; metabolic conditioning and is the core ingredient behind programs such as Crossfit, which combines Olympic lifting and Power Lifts with high intensity cardiovascular activities.

By improving the amount of energy producing cells (mitochondria) in muscles, Hyper Lean® is able to allow one to perform at higher intensities while at the same time requiring shorter rest due to the overall increase in the bodies metabolic activity. This makes the SR9009 compound perfect for those partaking in sports that have high intensity intervals of work followed by short rest periods such as: Boxing, MMA, Rugby League/Union or Crossfit.

– All Styles of HIIT (high intensity interval training)
– Crossfit
– Sprinting
– Rowing (shorter distances)
– MMA (metabolic conditioning)
– Boxing (metabolic conditioning)
– Rugby League/Union
– NFL
– Netball
– Basketball
– Indoor Cricket

DECAVAR® (MK2866)


Key Feature: Active Muscular Recovery. Decavar® has amazing repairing capabilities. The active compound MK2866 has Androgen Receptor (AR) activity that results in a drastic increase in blood and nutrients being transported to the working muscles. This results in fast active recovery and increased muscular endurance, making it perfect for sports like Rock Climbing or Ninja Warrior style training, where the body and muscles need to be actively recovering fast in order to perform better in the sport.


– Rock Climbing
– Ninja Warrior
– Crossfit
– MMA

TIGHT® (RAD140)


Key Feature: Testosterone-like Environment. The use of testosterone in sports has long been documented. But why would having high levels of testosterone be an advantage to an athlete in a sport where having big muscles doesn’t benefit them? The answer, is in the modulation of the Androgen Receptor (AR). Testosterone works by synthetically increasing testosterone levels in the body – which then leads to activation of the bodies AR sites increasing the rate of muscle, bone and connective tissue repair.

Sarms are special compounds that bypass the hormonal system altogether and instead work directly on modulating the Androgen Receptor sites. In the case of RAD140, the AR modulation caused by this compound is virtually identical to the modulation on the AR caused by testosterone mg for mg with RAD140. This means that one can receive the exact same physiological athletic benefits of a normal-range dosage of testosterone by supplementing RAD140 while carrying out strength and power based activities.

– Bodybuilding
– Power Lifting
– Olympic Lifting
– MMA
– Boxing
– NFL
– Shot Put, Discus, Javelin


GH PEP® (MK677)


Key Feature: Increased Growth Hormone levels. MK677 is a growth hormone secretagogue. This means the compound increases the amount of natural growth hormone that pulses into the blood – leading to higher levels of the hormone throughout the body.

Growth hormone regulates the rate of repair of muscle and connective tissue including; cartilage, bone, tendons, ligaments and skin. These connective tissues are responsible for athletic strength, power, speed and agility. As MK677 works directly on these sites, athletes involved in sports that require high levels of strength, power, speed and agility will greatly benefit from the connective tissue fortifying effects of MK677.

– Bodybuilding
– Powerlifting
– Olympic Lifting
– MMA (power)
– Boxing (power)
– NFL
– Shot Put, Discus, Javelin
– Ninja Warrior

Sources: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2657499/#:~:text=Athletes%20and%20bodybuilders%20claim%20that,part%20in%20major%20sports%20events. (athletes and HGH)


THE WRAP

As you can see from the information above, Elite Sarms can be of huge benefit to the beginner up to the advanced athlete. Getting better at any sport requires the ability to be able to perform at your best in each training session, remain injury free and to repair effectively after each training session or live competition. Thankfully, there are 5 Elite Sarm Athletic Performance SuperStars that exist for athletes like you out there, to take your cardio endurance, speed, power, strength and agility to new levels. We exist to help you push the limits of your own potential to manifest your best athletic version to come!

Other INTEL Sources:

– https://nectac.org/cardarine-gw501516/

– https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Collagen#:~:text=As%20the%20main%20component%20of,known%20as%20a%20collagen%20helix. (Collagen)

– https://www.livescience.com/32601-does-human-growth-hormone-really-help-athletes.html#:~:text=Now%2C%20a%20new%20study%20has,reproduction%20and%20promotes%20physical%20growth.(HGH and improved athletic performance)

– https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2657499/#:~:text=Athletes%20and%20bodybuilders%20claim%20that,part%20in%20major%20sports%20events.

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LET’S HEAT THINGS UP THIS SUMMER

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Have you hit a plateau in your training regime? Have your workouts become boring and lengthy? As we get deeper into the season of heat, the next step from dieting for weight loss is to gain momentum with your training. Here, we will discuss alternative ways of training to reach any aesthetic goal.

Let’s get moving with HIIT!

If done right, an intense focused session of this training should take about 30 minutes including your rest intervals and your body will naturally burn fat for the rest of the day; this routine is called High-Intensity Interval Training otherwise known as HIIT. A workout that is time efficient, an ideal way for a productive day including enjoying our summer days without spending most of our times in the gym or running around all-day without showing any results.

One of the reasons why this workout is effective is what they call EPOC or Excessive Post-Exercise Oxygen Consumption. Due to the fast-paced workout is done within a short time you will be out of breath, excessive sweat, and that good ol’ muscle tear sensation. Once the workout is over and you are back into your daily routine, your body’s metabolism can continue to burn more calories than when at a complete slumber or rest from the night before. This is because the amount of oxygen required to restore your body to its normal state takes time. That is why the resting level of metabolic function burns calories as oxygen travels back throughout your body for restoration.

The most important step before beginning this workout is warm-up. This only takes about 5 to 10 minutes to ease your breathing and muscles in tune before giving it an intense shock without any obstacles and injuries in the long run. The beauty of this routine is that it can be done both outdoors and indoors. Here are a few basic workouts for any beginners:

Catabolic workouts you can use a track (*highly recommended), cycling, which can be done both outdoors or indoors. As for indoor based: treadmill, elliptical, and/or inclines.

  • One lap of jog gets your heart pumping, steady breathing and leg muscles going.
  • Sprint for a 100 metres as a start for day 1. (Increase these lengths only as your body can permits to its limit)
  • Take a day break and make it interval, as this workout can be done within 30 to 45 minutes at a maximum.

Anabolic workouts can also be done both outdoors or indoors, kettlebells, sandbags, or bodyweight lifts.

  • Simple weights from lightest to heaviest at your maximum stretch
  • Make sure to keep lifts to the same amount on each rep, the weight increases as much as needed until your maximum rep.
  • Give yourself at 10 seconds of breathing in between reps, this method can also be done within 30 to 45 minutes

This is a workout method that is a two-birds-one-stone where not only you are burning all the unwanted fat from summer delicacies but also work on your muscles especially on your glutes and hamstrings as it is a full body workout. Give yourself a whole week of catabolic and anabolic for the following week. This is recommended with a partner to get the best results as this method of workout is easy to talk yourself out of. But done right, rest assured it is the best workout you have ever done.

Time for Power Hour with Texas Method

One of the most common workouts we see at the regular gym, or cross fits is Power Lifting.

We always like to show off our shoulders, biceps, triceps, and traps especially this time of the year. Avid powerlifters tend to stagnate without any recovery process done along the way. There are some that overdo these lifts with little to no success of refined muscle build up. The most efficient lift known to get the best results is the Texas Method Powerlifting.

This balances the stress of increased weight and varied volume with adequate recovery time so that intermediate lifters will progress for an extended period of time.

This method consists of a three day per-week. Here is an overview example of the week regarding squats with weights:

  • Mondays are for high volume which means to lift at your limit of weight and goes up from there with at 10 intervals, and 30 reps per interval.
  • Wednesdays are active recovery which means increase maximum weight but add more batch of reps for 5 intervals.
  • Fridays are high intensity start on your maximum weight of say 315lbs for 20 reps, rest, 275lbs for 20 reps, rest, finally 225lbs for 20 reps, call it a day and recovery at home.
  • Deadlifts are only done at least twice in a week, as it does not have a recovery phase. There will be less results when overdoing it, and may result in injury.

The Texas Method is very simple in terms of the number of exercises. It is based on an increase in the loading weights of the basic structural exercises, not in the number of different ways you can perform a triceps down. Successful weight lifters or body builders works with effectiveness rather than complexity, and most importantly this progress manifest through proper diet, rest and sleep.

Mobility training and healthy recovery

There is one last training that will help you ease intensity after the first two methods and give yourself a break. Ideally, to end the day with light workouts or stretches like Hot Yoga. This gives your body some more flexibility after recovering from tearing any muscle from lifts done during the week.

Always remember:

  • to rest with proper posture in bed and sleep at a decent time for a good amount of hours (7-8 hours)
  • to make sure to put ice on any areas you have some sort of sore
  • to compress your body with some light massages
  • to elevate your lower body, feet up when laying down or sitting

Finally, consider Epsom salt baths with essential oils to build your mind and soul in preparation for another day or another week to maintain momentum and motivation.

These workouts is not filling up most of your time focusing on just shaping up your body exercising. Elite SARMS encourages everyone with these provided workout methods and supplements to live a better day to day lifestyle in the most efficient way. Be able to stay healthy and enjoy life through mind, body and soul.

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OPTIMUM PERFORMANCE: 7 Ways To Build A Mindset Geared For Results!!!

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Your mindset is your most powerful tool, and your success both in the gym and out of the gym depends on how well you can sharpen your own mental power. Adopt a mindset that gears yourself for optimum performance and it will help you do more than just build muscle and lose fat!

In this article, we are going to share something far more important than any simple program or nutrition advice. These are our top 7 tips to create and utilize your own “Optimum Performance Mindset” to deliver the results you know you can achieve.

Tip 1 /// Focus only on the task at hand.

Every single daily action you take toward achieving your goal is important, but unless you make each step and each choice the most important thing at that moment, you’ll never get the results you’re capable of getting.

Adopt the mindset that once you step foot into the gym, this weight training session is the most important thing you could be doing at this very moment. This intense cardio session is the most important thing in the world while you do it. This post-workout meal is the most important thing, NOT eating that bar of chocolate is the right choice – and so on and so on. This will help you stay focused and stay disciplined even in the height of summer.

However, just know that once it’s done, it’s done!! Keep intensely focused and moving forward.

Tip 2 /// Be the best version of ‘You’

Strive to be the best version of you that you possibly can—regardless of your own limitations.

We all have natural weaknesses. We all have natural strengths. However, we’re not powerless against our genetics or our ability to constantly improve ourselves. We can choose to work with our weaknesses and grow as well as and capitalize on our strengths whether aesthetically related or not. The most important thing is to identify your current weaknesses and focus your attention on improving them every day.

Tip 3 /// Results are what matter

Results matter most. Never forget this. Don’t get complacent or comfortable just because you check a lot of tasks off your list every day. Never confuse activity for accomplishment. There’s a big difference between the two.

If you aren’t getting the results you want, you’re probably focusing on the wrong things. They say that insanity is doing the same over and over again and expecting different results. Keep pushing yourself harder, strive for daily improvement and reach new heights. It’s also good to keep a journal of your progress on a weekly basis to monitor your results.

Tip 4 /// Ask, learn, share and learn some more

As the saying goes, “To teach is to learn twice.” Openly sharing your training experience and supplementation knowledge with others is one of the most effective ways to take your own efforts to the next level. You get a better understanding and perspective on what you’re doing when you break it down to someone else.

Walk your talk. There’s no need to force what you believe onto others. If people respect what you do, they’ll seek out your advice. Failing to recognise that others have the experience you can benefit from may mean you never reach your full potential so don’t be afraid to ask others advice or opinions.

Tip 5 /// Use science and research to amplify your performance

Stay ahead of the curve and utilise the latest and most accurate scientific research to help you reach your goals. Just remember that if a great physique is your ultimate goal, to get there you will need the best possible research, knowledge, hacks and supplementation to amplify your performance on all levels.

Use the highest purity supplements, don’t buy into the fads – do your own research and make it work for you.

Tip 6 /// Nature versus Nurture.

Natural talent will only take you so far. The person who starts with little advantages but works their butt off to produce remarkable results is far more successful than the person who is extremely gifted and only puts in the minimal effort.

Stop comparing your current situation to other people who appear to be more naturally talented, and start focusing on owning every step of your own journey to success.

Tip 7 /// Potential is meaningless until actualized

Don’t waste your time thinking about ‘wanting’ to build a great physique. In life, you either do it or you don’t. Action creates reaction. Everyone has the potential to reach greatness, inaction is the antichrist of success.

Realise your potential, stay clear on what you want to achieve, keep focused on that, and take charge of your results.

Training your mind as well as your body is a practice of habit. At Elite Sarms, we believe adopting a success mindset is one of the key ingredients to take your body and your performance to the next level!

Stay tuned for our next piece on how to make goal orientated nutrition and dieting work for you!!