Supplementation and "Cindys"

Supplementation is another aspect of fitness and weight lifting that I really didn't have too much knowledge starting off, but if you do you research you can find out which products will give you the best results. First off, there is no "miracle supplement," there is nothing you can take that is going to instantly make you gigantic, ripped, etc. Instead think of supplements as part of the fitness lifestyle triangle. Supplements are a piece of the triangle that also includes exercise and proper eating habits. You employ all three aspects if you want to be able to see real results and live a healthy lifestyle.

Pre-workouts 

In my opinion pre-workouts are really not a necessity. The main purpose of pre-workouts to boost you're energy or muscles in a way that lets you push your body further and maximize your workout. If you are going to use a pre-workout I would suggest something basic, I have never really used anything other than products such as Cellucor's C4. This product will might make you a little tingly before workout but that is natural and will go away once you start lifting. 

C4 can be found on bodybuilding.com
and will give you an added boost of energy
and pump to maximize your workout

Post-workouts and Mass Gainers

When it comes to lifting for mass and definition, post-workouts and mass gainers are going to be the most important element besides eating. As I mentioned in the previous post, I suggest a basic all-natural whey protein to begin with. Two scoops directly after a lifting session goes a long way to shortening body's recovery time to repair those broken down muscle fibers. I wouldn't suggest going with a mass gainer unless you are really slim and have low-body fat composition. Mass gainers are loaded with calories that might have an adverse effect if your are trying to lose fat as well as build muscle. 

Vitamin Supplements 

Vitamins are an extremely underrated supplementation and fitness element, and many don't understand the benefits one can incur from providing the body with all the essential elements we may not receive from our diet. I would recommend taking a multivitamin and also flaxseed and fish oils, all of these will help provide you body with nutrients that will aid your overall health. 

New Workout: Cindys

This is a quick and great new workout I just started trying about a week ago. It only takes fives minutes, but has great cardio intensity that will help you melt fat and leave your muscles gassed! Here is the workout:

Pull ups- 5 

Push ups- 10

Weightless Air Squats-15 

Repeat this cycle until you have completed 10 sets, which totals to 50 pull ups, 100 push ups, and 15 air squats! Don't take any breaks between sets, do them all back to back to back. It should only take you about five minutes, but you will be exhausted by the end!

If you wish to find out more information about vitamins and oils, check out bodybuilding.com. They have sections specially designed to help you supplement for your fitness goals. Be sure to check in again next week for a guide on how to make quick and nutritious meals!