The following abstract from the Journal of Endocrinology highlights the importance of growth hormone and it’s positive impact upon body composition. Here at Ultimate Performance we make sure all our clients growth hormone levels are optimised. This can be done via intelligent nutrition, GH inducing training protocols and the use of supplements such as Alpha […]
I have posted a new article on the main UPfitness website that delves into some of the secrets that so-called regular people can learn from bodybuilders.
No, this isn’t an article exhorting he benefits of genie pants or 3 daily protein shakes, rather its an inside peak into just a few of the tricks picked up […]
Just a quick post today as even though it has been a sunny Bank Holiday I have been slaving away in the gym and even now must write up my notes for a BioSignature report and do countless other small jobs like ordering a new fit disc (well remembered that man!)…oh the glamourous life.
I wanted […]
The male beer belly can truly be a sight to behold. Ponderously swinging before its owner, who has lost sight of his belt buckle and other things) many years ago, it isn’t just a superficial cosmetic disaster it is also a health and longevity nightmare.
Beer bellies are not just caused by drinking large quantities of […]
As an aside and away from my normal training and diet work, I have been doing some research on alcohol for a Daily Mail article - if you are still drinking you are massively retarding any progress you’d like to make in your fitness regime. Ignoring the hormonal implications, if you drink a half […]
Cortisol control is a key aspect of all things to do with health, athletic performance and body composition.
Although it is a very simplistic (and erroneous) notion that “all cortisol is bad”, for the context of this discussion we should focus our attention on the negative side of cortisol and how it impacts upon localised fat […]
I am often asked about the more esoteric fats on the market, such as CLA.
CLA is a bio active lipid that has some nice fat burning and anti-catabolic properties. It is as an anti catabolic agent for my personal training clients that I have used it with most success, helping them to reduce specific areas […]
The following is the second part of an ongoing discussion on post workout nutrition from my London Personal Training Q&A Group:
Question:
My knowledge of the topic (post workout nutrition) is not that vast but I do find it interesting. For me adding muscle is a mix of science, art and experience there is not one formula […]
The following is an excerpt from my London Personal Training Q&A Group on Facebook:
Q: The following is an article written by Adam Knowlden. What do you think, Nick?
“The anaerobic energy pathways govern in large part the capacity for peak performance during supramaximal exercise. Within this framework, capacity, power, and the time continuum will be discussed. […]
Training clients and preparing some new business plans has taken up much of my time lately so I am a little remiss in my blogging duties.
Today I would like to draw your attention to the powers of Krill Oil. Yes, Krill oil is similar to regular fish oil, the myriad benefits of which I have […]