Nutri-Sport supplement tip: Glucomannan for fat loss
March 11, 2010 by Ryan Irwin · Leave a Comment
It’s all about digestion! Well, there’s more to losing bodyfat than this, but one key factors is the rate at which your body digests food.
When on a calorie deficit food intake, you want to choose foods that are slow digesting for a few reasons.
- Lower blood sugar (which keeps insulin levels low, promotes fat loss)
- Satiety (feeling full verses hungry helps control appetite and splurges)
- Increase metabolism (by causing the body to “work” more to digest food, increases the calorie “expense” of that food)
To further increase this effect, one of the products we carry in our Ultimate Fat Loss System is Glucamannan. Glucomannan is a supplement that is a water soluble polysaccharide dietary fiber that you simply take 20-30 minutes before a meal and it slows the rate of absorption, which will accomplish the points mentioned above, but also help you feel fuller quicker and help keep you from over-eating.
In the International Journal of Obesity, studies showed a 5.5 lb reduction and decrease in cholesterol in only 8 weeks. What was even more impressive was that this was without a change in their diet or exercise program. Besides the fat-loss and cholesterol lowering benefits of Glucomannan, it can also help with constipation.
Including Glucomannan in your supplement program, along with the rest of our Complete Fat Loss System, plus with one of our customized meal plans and an exercise program from our certified trainers will get/keep you going on the right path to reach your full potential! It’s not about quick fixes, it’s about long term results and a healthy lifestyle!
Glucomannan
Nutri-Sport & Full Potential Training
9992 Swanson Blvd
Clive, IA 50325
www.nutrisportfpt.com
515-331-2141
Nutri-Sport supplement tip: CLA for fat loss
March 5, 2010 by Ryan Irwin · Leave a Comment
Without question, the most popular supplement category (especially as warmer weather approaches) is the fat loss aides. There are a large amount of different types of products that this includes (thermogenics, lipotropics, appetite suppressants, metabolism boosters, etc). Then there are products that have stimulants and those that don’t. In other words, there’s a lot to choose from.
Conjugated Linoleic Acid (CLA) is a popular fat loss aid with good reason. CLA is a naturally occurring free fatty acid found in meat and dairy products. Research has shown that CLA not only helps reduce bodyfat, increase lean muscle and is simply overall good for healthy cells in the body. This supplement also is anti-catabolic (minimizes breakdown of the body) and enhances the immune system. Here is a resent study done that was published regarding the improvement in strength and body composition (see research here).
One of the other reasons we like CLA is that because it is non-stimulant based, it is one that individuals can continue use for a longer period of time, plus take in the evening to help assist with fat loss without having trouble getting to sleep. It is because of this that we recommend it in our first phase of our Ripped Stack.
Conjugated Linoleic Acid for fat loss/muscle gain
For more information on this product or other fat loss aides and sports nutrition products visit us and we will be happy to show you effective products and our nutrition planning/coaching that work to help achieve your full potential!
Nutri-Sport & Full Potential Training
9992 Swanson Blvd
Clive, IA 50325
www.nutrisportfpt.com
515-331-2141
Nutri-Sport & Full Potential Training tip: 1 arm shoulder press
March 2, 2010 by Ryan Irwin · Leave a Comment
The shoulder joint is one of the most unstable joints in the body and is also one of the most used as well. This is why it is important to not only work on increasing the strength and muscle mass around the shoulder, but to also focus on balance and stability.
In this training video, David demonstrates a great shoulder exercise that accomplishes all four of those objectives:
This is a great exercise to incorporate into your training program whether you’re training for sports-specific activities or just want to improve your fitness level.
For more information on our personal training and nutrition programs, click here.
Nutri-Sport & Full Potential Training
9992 Swanson Blvd
Clive, IA 50325
www.nutrisportfpt.com
515-331-2141
Update on 18 years of dedication
February 19, 2010 by Ryan Irwin · Leave a Comment
This week (Feb 17th to be exact, right after the IA state wrestling tournament) marks 18 years of when I decided to be a natural bodybuilder. I made a conscious decision that I was going to stay dedicated and put forth the required effort and discipline needed for the sport. I wasn’t shortly after that (thankfully) that I realized I wasn’t going to look like the guys on the cover of the muscle mags without the use of steroids and that WASN’T for me. I did however discover natural bodybuilding and found fulfillment in pushing myself as far as I can naturally to achieve the best ‘me’ I can.
At the time, my goal was to turn pro in 6 years (at least I had enough sense back then to know it wouldn’t happen overnight). Little did I know that it would actually take 17 years to achieve that goal. Certainly there were times that I though ‘am I ever going to make it?’ but I kept on working towards achieving the best me I could.
This past year I won my IFPA pro card and I also won the overall in NASA Powerlifting Nationals (which has been a more recent undertaking). It really feels like the past 18 years are starting to reap the rewards of all the hard work (although every single workout gives me a sense of accomplishment). It continues to motivate me to work harder and to keep working towards achieving the best me I can.
Can’t wait to see what the next 18 years brings!
Ryan Irwin onstage at 2009 NANBF USA
Ryan Irwin
Nutri-Sport & Full Potential Training
www.nutrisportfpt.com
Supplement research: preworkout for cardio
February 16, 2010 by Ryan Irwin · Leave a Comment
The use of pre-workout supplements have grown significantly over the recent years. This is used to define those products that you take 30-45 minute prior to a workout. There are 3 main effects: increased energy, increased blood flow to the muscles and increase in focus.
While many like to take these products just simply for the way they make them feel in the gym, there is research showing that they also improve muscle and strength gains from training.
A new study was just released showing that VO2 max is also enhanced when taking these products. The research also demonstrated once again an increase in lean muscle tissue too besides just helping with endurance. Based on the results, anyone looking for an improvement in their VO2 Max during high intensity cardio would also benefit from a pre-workout supplement.
If you’ve never tried a pre workout supplement, come in to Nutri-Sport and we’ll give you a sample to try to take your workouts and results to the next level!
Vasocharge
Nutri-Sport & Full Potential Training
9992 Swanson Blvd
Clive, IA 50325
www.nutrisportfpt.com
515-331-2141
Nutri-Sport Supplement tip: Caffeine
February 3, 2010 by Ryan Irwin · Leave a Comment
One of the most common supplements used today (whether people realize it or not) is caffeine. Ask many and their day doesn’t really begin before they get their cup of joe! While a cup of coffee certainly contains caffeine and helps get you going in the morning, the benefits of caffeine lie much deeper.
First, in a recent review of research, caffeine can enhance your endurance in bouts of exercise and training. This includes both aerobic (endurance) or anaerobic (power). In fact, time trial tests have repeatedly shown to be beneficial in maximal effort endurance testing. Additionally, those sports that have intervals of high intensity effort (such as rugby, weight training or soccer) show benefit for caffeine supplementation as well.
The evidence is there for the benefits, but how much and when to take it? As published in the Journal of International Sports Nutrition, it shows studies that supports supplementing with caffeine in an anhydrous state (supplement) verses coffee is more ergogenic (performance enhancing). The amount that has been used in studies is 6.6mg-13.2/kg of bodyweight, which for a 14olb female is between 175-250mg and for a 200lb male, around 275-350 mg.
Caffeine is a diuretic and making sure one is properly hydrated is essential, especially during physical activity. Additionally, caffeine peaks in the body around 2 hours after ingestion, so taking it too late in the day could cause some individuals to have trouble sleeping at night.
If you are looking for an edge in your performance/training or enhancement to your workouts, then adding some caffeine might be the way to go! You can get it in either isolated supplemental form or as a combination of other ergogenic aids in a pre-workout formula. Let us show you the options to help you reach your full potential!
Nutri-Sport & Full Potential Training
9992 Swanson Blvd
Clive, IA 50325
www.nutrisportfpt.com
515-331-2141
Training update, on the road to NASA Powerlifting Nationals
January 21, 2010 by Ryan Irwin · Leave a Comment
Since my last competition, where I won my IFPA natural bodybuilding pro card, I have preparing for NASA powerlifting nationals, held in Oklahoma this weekend.
This is the largest meet I will have competed in and have maintained my leanness since my bodybuilding competition allowing me to drop to a lower weight class. My goal is to win the national title and hopefully break some records in the process!
The weight class I will be competing at will be 148lbs. My goals are squat: 425lbs, bench: 300lbs and deadlift 530lbs. I know I can hit these and will be very competitive with them. In order to do so, I cycled my training so that the last two weeks I have been focusing on recovery by reducing the weight lifted and stretching/massages.
Last year I was ranked 33rd overall compared to all the other raw federations at 165lbs by powerliftingwatch.com, 20th in the deadlift. I am hoping to improve that at 148lbs.
Nutrition and supplementation are key as well. I should not have to dehydrate myself to make weight, instead gradually reducing carbs and sodium while keeping my water intake high to flush out the excess water. Creatine, beta alanine, Branch Chain Amino Acids, along with a solid multi vitamin and essential fatty acids have been the back bone of my supplement program.
Below is a video of one of my last squat workouts, feeling very good with all the lifts, excited to see it all come together!!
Ryan Irwin
Nutri-Sport & Full Potential Training
9992 Swanson Blvd
Clive, IA 50325
www.nutrisportfpt.com
Nutri-Sport supplement tip -nutrition during training
January 13, 2010 by Ryan Irwin · Leave a Comment
In order to make the body adapt and change, one needs to do three primary things: stimulus (exercise/training), nutrition and recovery. If one of those three components is lacking, progress either won’t be made or will be slowed. While constantly changing one’s training is essential for continued growth and performance is important, rest and nutrition should always be a mainstay and fairly consistent.
One aspect of nutrition that many individuals overlook is during their training. It is critical to fuel the body throughout the day, especially what we call the four most important meals of the day (before/after training, breakfast and before bed). However, by ingesting specific key nutrients during your workouts, you can accelerate your recovery and progress big time!
A recent study published in the Journal of International Society of Sports Nutrition once again proves this. While pre and post workout nutrition is critical, one’s digestive system still needs to break down the foods before it can absorb the nutrients. Even a shake (which we recommend due to it’s quick absorption) takes time, so one should allow at least 30 min before workouts to allow for this process. During training, you don’t want to have solid food in your stomach as it could not only make you sick, but also makes your body pull blood and energy from your muscles while you want them to perform.
We recommend sipping on a mixture of simple carbohydrates and Branch Chain Amino Acids (BCAAs) during training. This minimizes digestion, which gets the nutrients into your bloodstream and delivered to your muscles quickly, to begin the recovery process. Performance will be enhanced as well (especially if one is not taking full advantage of pre workout meals). As the research in this study shows, supplementing with this combo improves performance greatly over just drinking water. For recommend 2 Tbsp of dextrose (20 grams of carbs) and 2-4 scoops of Scivation Xtend, depending on your weight and intensity of the workout. Of course a sound post workout shake with the proper ratio of protein and carbs should be taken within 30 minutes to optimize growth and recovery.
Xtend from Scivation
Ryan Irwin, BS, CPT,
Certified Sports Nutrition Specialist
Nutri-Sport & Full Potential Training
9992 Swanson Blvd
Clive, IA 50325
515-331-2141
www.nutrisportfpt.com
6 Year anniversary sale, thank you for the business!!
December 18, 2009 by Ryan Irwin · Leave a Comment
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Nutri-Sport client testimonial
December 1, 2009 by Ryan Irwin · Leave a Comment
It is always a pleasure and delight to see our clients get results and brag up their accomplishments! Stephanie is one such person who has worked her tail off and has continued to progress in her health and fitness goals. She has done the hard work, we are just a tool to help with the journey and process!!
As the video and pictures below display, Stephanie has not only made an amazing transformation in her physique, but has also done the same with her lifestyle. One of the biggest accomplishments is how long she has been working and her continual focus of setting and achieving goals. In addition to this, Stephanie has lost over 70lbs and 30 inches during her training. She has also increased her strength, reduced her knee pain and lowered her blood sugar levels significantly to the point from being border line diabetic to falling within normal range.
Stephanie before picture
Stephanie after training with Nutri-Sport
Stephanie speaking on her success and experience with the training and nutrition programs at Nutri-Sport.
For more information on how we can help you or someone you know hit their goals, contact us to schedule a no-obligation consultation.
Nutri-Sport & Full Potential Training
9992 Swanson Blvd
Clive, IA 50325
www.nutrisportfpt.com
515-331-2141
