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Sunday, November 27, 2011
Monday, November 21, 2011
Magnesium Creatine Chelate (MCC)
Creatine is one of the most widely used and effective supplements on the market today. It has been shown in many clinical studies to enhance lean body mass, increase strength, enhance energy levels, and increase muscle size. Some newer research on creatine indicates that combining creatine with protein and carbohydrates is as effective for stimulating creatine uptake and retention in the muscle tissue as taking creatine with carbohydrates alone. Stimulating insulin release has been shown to enhance the transport and uptake of creatine into the muscle tissue where it is used to support the reproduction of ATP (energy) and enhance cell volume as well as possibly buffer lactic acid. The study entitled "Protein and carbohydrate-induced augmentation of whole body creatine retention in humans" was published in the September 2000 issue of the Journal of Applied Physiology (1) and showed that consuming 50 grams of protein and 47 grams of carbohydrates with creatine was equally as effective in terms of creatine absorption and retention as consuming 96 grams of carbohydrates alone with creatine. So the creatine, protein, and carbohydrate combination actually makes for a great post workout drink mix to enhance recovery and help prevent muscle breakdown secondary to weight training.
Some other less recent studies on creatine have shown that it can enhance aerobic endurance (2) as well as anaerobic endurance. Up until this point, it was concluded that creatine only enhanced short-term explosive anaerobic activity but now this study should prompt future research on the effects of creatine on aerobic performance. Another study showed that creatine might directly enhance the size of the muscle fibers themselves by causing direct hypertrophy (3). Although this was an animal study, it does bring about some interesting findings that will hopefully lead to future human research in this area.
Creatine Magnesium Chelate
This is a new form of creatine on the market and can be considered an advanced version. Magnesium is a macromineral that has many synergistic effects with creatine. In fact, ATP is actually found in the muscle cells bound to magnesium for stability. Magnesium has been shown to enhance strength and energy levels taken on it’s own. It is intimately involved in the energy cycle and has cardio-protective effects as well. Creatine monohydrate has been shown to be very effective in many studies, however some users experience stomach discomfort due to lower absorption rate and breakdown into it’s by-product creatinine in the stomach. By creating a creatine-magnesium chelate, creatine can be protected from the harsh environment of the stomach acid and this chelate can help prevent breakdown. It can also help enhance absorption of creatine and decrease stomach discomfort that many creatine users (and their friends) can appreciate. This chelation provides a highly bioavailable form of creatine and magnesium. Some initial research shows it is better absorbed and tolerated than traditional creatine monohydrate. It also mixes well in water. There have been no side effects shown with this compound at the recommended doses and it shows excellent promise for the future of creatine.
If you decide to try MCC, make sure it's the patented version manufactured by Albion Labs.
Some other less recent studies on creatine have shown that it can enhance aerobic endurance (2) as well as anaerobic endurance. Up until this point, it was concluded that creatine only enhanced short-term explosive anaerobic activity but now this study should prompt future research on the effects of creatine on aerobic performance. Another study showed that creatine might directly enhance the size of the muscle fibers themselves by causing direct hypertrophy (3). Although this was an animal study, it does bring about some interesting findings that will hopefully lead to future human research in this area.
Creatine Magnesium Chelate
This is a new form of creatine on the market and can be considered an advanced version. Magnesium is a macromineral that has many synergistic effects with creatine. In fact, ATP is actually found in the muscle cells bound to magnesium for stability. Magnesium has been shown to enhance strength and energy levels taken on it’s own. It is intimately involved in the energy cycle and has cardio-protective effects as well. Creatine monohydrate has been shown to be very effective in many studies, however some users experience stomach discomfort due to lower absorption rate and breakdown into it’s by-product creatinine in the stomach. By creating a creatine-magnesium chelate, creatine can be protected from the harsh environment of the stomach acid and this chelate can help prevent breakdown. It can also help enhance absorption of creatine and decrease stomach discomfort that many creatine users (and their friends) can appreciate. This chelation provides a highly bioavailable form of creatine and magnesium. Some initial research shows it is better absorbed and tolerated than traditional creatine monohydrate. It also mixes well in water. There have been no side effects shown with this compound at the recommended doses and it shows excellent promise for the future of creatine.
If you decide to try MCC, make sure it's the patented version manufactured by Albion Labs.
Sunday, November 20, 2011
Fedor-vs-Monson-results and LIVE play-by-play coverage
Round one: Monson shoots for the takedown but Fedor evades. Fedor connects with a nice leg kick. Fedor Round one: Monson shoots for the takedown but Fedor evades. Fedor connects with a nice leg kick. Fedor connects with a few jabs that causes blood to run from the nose of Monson. More leg kicks from Fedor. Fedor with a more cautious stance. Low blow from Fedor. Monson shoots for the takedown but Fedor quickly stuffs it and scores a takedown. The fight is quickly brought to the feet. Fedor continues to land some nice low leg kicks. Fedor connect with a right hand that drops Monson. Fedor goes in for the finish but Monson survives. The fight is back to the feet and Fedor drops Monson one more time with a few seconds left in the first round.
Fedor wins the round 10-9
Round two: Fedor drops Monson in the opening seconds of round two but does not go in for the finish and allows Monson to stand. More leg kicks from Fedor that are hitting their mark. Monson goes in for the takedown but Fedor stuffs. Fedor drops Monson again with a straight right hand. Again, Fedor allows Monson to stand. Fedor avoiding the takedown again from Monson. Monson wants Fedor to go to the ground but Fedor has none of it. Fedor stuffs another takedown attempt. Fedor lands some nice inside leg kicks.
Fedor wins the round 10-9
Round three: Fedor lands a nice right to the nose of Monson. Lands a nice leg kick that drops Monson. Fedor lands a couple nice rights. Monson not really looking to strike as Fedor continues to pepper him with some jabs and a few rights. The ref breaks the action to have the doctor check Monson cut on his lip.
Fight continues.
Monson misses with an overhand right. Fedor stuffs yet another takedown. Fedor lands a nice left as he misses with a leg kick. Monson attempts another takedown but misses. Fedor connects with a few more rights as the round comes to an end.
Fedor wins the round 10-9
Fedor Emelianenko wins via unanimous decision
Fedor wins the round 10-9
Round two: Fedor drops Monson in the opening seconds of round two but does not go in for the finish and allows Monson to stand. More leg kicks from Fedor that are hitting their mark. Monson goes in for the takedown but Fedor stuffs. Fedor drops Monson again with a straight right hand. Again, Fedor allows Monson to stand. Fedor avoiding the takedown again from Monson. Monson wants Fedor to go to the ground but Fedor has none of it. Fedor stuffs another takedown attempt. Fedor lands some nice inside leg kicks.
Fedor wins the round 10-9
Round three: Fedor lands a nice right to the nose of Monson. Lands a nice leg kick that drops Monson. Fedor lands a couple nice rights. Monson not really looking to strike as Fedor continues to pepper him with some jabs and a few rights. The ref breaks the action to have the doctor check Monson cut on his lip.
Fight continues.
Monson misses with an overhand right. Fedor stuffs yet another takedown. Fedor lands a nice left as he misses with a leg kick. Monson attempts another takedown but misses. Fedor connects with a few more rights as the round comes to an end.
Fedor wins the round 10-9
Fedor Emelianenko wins via unanimous decision
Saturday, November 19, 2011
Fedor-vs-Monson 11-20-11
Live on Pay Per View from Russia 7:30 AM/ET 4:30 AM/PT Plus replays throughout the day.
http://prommanow.com/index.php/2011/11/03/fedor-vs-monson-ppv-set-for-november-20th/
http://prommanow.com/index.php/2011/11/03/fedor-vs-monson-ppv-set-for-november-20th/
Friday, November 18, 2011
Monday, November 14, 2011
Creatinol-O-Phosphate
What is Creatinol-O-Phosphate and what does it do...
Creatinol O Phosphate or COP increases levels of ATP in the muscle, and this may be due in part because of its actions as an intracellular buffer, a phosphate donor, and a stabilizer of cell membranes. The end result is that contractility (force of contraction) of muscles is increased – especially in low oxygen, low blood flow conditions. These conditions would be present during demanding activity such as weight training.
When you are performing an explosive activity like weight training you are going to create conditions in which lactic acid increases and PH drops in the muscle. ATP levels also drop as you perform intense activity. These are the conditions that cause muscle failure.
So what happens when you supplement with Creatinol O Phosphate? Your muscles are able to generate a greater amount of force which leads to strength gains, and increased muscular endurance.
I've been using COP for the past six months and have noticed vast improvements in my endurance levels. I feel I'm able to train at a higher level for a longer period of time when using COP. I conducted quite a few tests using COP just to rule out the placebo effect. One test was hitting the treadmill on numerous occasions after a strenuous leg workout, I was able to run at a consistent pace for 1.5 miles with no cramping or muscle fatigue. I also put my arms through quite a few grueling workouts with and without COP, the days using COP I was able to exert my muscles for a longer period of time. I highly recommend COP.
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