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Being able to increase hormone levels naturally and within safe levels
without dangerous and temporary prohormones and steroids is obviously a
very good thing.  For males looking to naturally increase their
testosterone levels without the negative side effects, look to this scientifically proven amino acid based supplement for a boost to your current stack (see research study here).

Immunity Formula:
Not that this is cold/flu season, but boosting your immune system is never a bad idea.  Especially if you are putting additional stress on your body (like doing RABRAI or training for a competition).  This formula has a blend of different vitamins, minerals and herbal components that help give our body what it needs to stay healthy.

OxyELITE Pro
Here is the latest fat loss agent from USP labs.  We have received good feedback from our customers who have tried it and USP is a good company.  Here is more information if you want to give this product a try on your next leaning out cycle.

Low sugar Trioplex cookies
Trioplex has made an incredible line of bars, cookies and brownies.  Chef Jay has done it again, this time in creating a low sugar cookie!!  The new protein cookie only has 3 grams of sugar in a chocolate chip cookie, but hasn’t sacrificed the taste in the process.  With 15 grams of protein, this is a great snack at anytime of the day!

Met-Rx Evolution
We’ve discussed before how critical post workout nutrition is.  Here is a new product that has everything you want in a post workout formula.  By supplying 30 grams of protein, 23 grams of carbs, creatine and amino acids, you get what you need to grow and get stronger without a big whopping dose of carbs to gain bodyfat.  If you’re pressed for time, want to get/stay lean but optimize recovery, this is for you!

Training tip: Get a few more at the end
If you happen to be one of those individuals who train solo (or just want a bit more from your workout) this technique is for you.  On your last set of a given exercise, go to failure and when you can’t complete a full repetition, go into the stretched position.  From here, do 3-6 partial reps to get a little more stimulus on the muscle before you set the weights down.  Contact one of our certified trainers to help you come back quicker from an injury and not lose progress.

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These are just a small handful of tips.  If you would like more or would like us to overhaul your nutrition and/or training program, contact us (515-331-2141) to set up an appointment to hit the ground running!

Jen: In 8 weeks, she has lost over 14lbs and lost 4 inches in her waist and hips.

Joe: In his first month of nutrition coaching, he has dropped 3.7% bodyfat, which equals a 4lb muscle gain and a 8.2lb fat loss.  His waist went down 2.25 inches, while his chest didn’t lose size and he gained in his arms.

Budha: With one-on-one personal training, he has lost over 75lbs in 6 months and totally has changed his lifestyle.

Luke: Training in our studio, Luke is down 22lbs in 4.5 months even with dealing with a knee injury.

Heather: In her first month of nutrition coaching and personal training, she has lost almost 12lbs!

Randy: Since January, Randy has been working with Nutri-Sport with his nutrition and training program.  In that time he has gained 16.4lbs, dropped his bodyfat from 11.1% to 9.2%.  He has gained almost 1.5″ in his chest and gained 1 5/8 in each thigh (which is his priority).

Jessica: Hired us to help her get ready for her first figure competition.  She not only hit an all time best condition, but won her class and the overall in both contests!

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The Lipo-6 line has been extremely popular, with the release of the new Black line and now the Hers formula, obviously specifically geared towards females.  It is a liquid cap for quick absorption, thermogenic, increases metabolism/energy and helps use fat for energy.  We have had great reviews from customers who have tried it.

Brain Formula:
This unique blend of key herbs and vitamins help combat the affects of age-related cognitive decline and help promote circulation and mental clarity for an elevated mood, alertness, energy, improved memory and concentration.

B-Complex Formula
B vitamins are coenzymes involved in energy production.  They can also be helpful in relieving symptoms of depression and anxiety.  This is especially important for those who have a lot of stress and fatigue.  In addition to B-Complex vitamins, this formula has minerals and herbs to further enhance the effects.

2:1 Bars
This new protein bar has to be one of the best we’ve seen!  Not only does it taste great, but it has 2 parts protein to every carb.  That equals out to 32 grms of protein with only 15 grms of carbs, (only 3 of which are sugar!)  Being low in fat at 4.5 grams, it doesn’t rely on that to make up the difference.  Coming in oatmeal or almond caramel crunch.

Training tip: Stretch after, not before
When you are getting ready to exercise, you want to get the body ready for the stress, which means getting the blood into the muscles and getting the cardiovascular system ready.  This is not the time to stretch, as it can actually reduce muscle tension, which can decrease performance or worse yet, increase risk of injury.  Contact one of our certified trainers to help you come back quicker from an injury and not lose progress.

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These are just a small handful of tips.  If you would like more or would like us to overhaul your nutrition and/or training program, contact us (515-331-2141) to set up an appointment to hit the ground running!

Jen: In 8 weeks, she has lost over 14lbs and lost 4 inches in her waist and hips.

Joe: In his first month of nutrition coaching, he has dropped 3.7% bodyfat, which equals a 4lb muscle gain and a 8.2lb fat loss.  His waist went down 2.25 inches, while his chest didn’t lose size and he gained in his arms.

Budha: With one-on-one personal training, he has lost over 75lbs in 6 months and totally has changed his lifestyle.

Luke: Training in our studio, Luke is down 22lbs in 4.5 months even with dealing with a knee injury.

Heather: In her first month of nutrition coaching and personal training, she has lost almost 12lbs!

Randy: Since January, Randy has been working with Nutri-Sport with his nutrition and training program.  In that time he has gained 16.4lbs, dropped his bodyfat from 11.1% to 9.2%.  He has gained almost 1.5″ in his chest and gained 1 5/8 in each thigh (which is his priority).

Jessica: Hired us to help her get ready for her first figure competition.  She not only hit an all time best condition, but won her class and the overall in both contests!

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We have put together a great fat loss stack that helps optimize your results!  This combination not only is proven work, but is also does not jack you up on stimulants!  Effects include appetite control, blood sugar/insulin stabilization, increase of metabolism and overall fat loss.  Swing into Nutri-Sport and we can explain the science behind the results!

New Pain & Inflammation Blend
Almost anyone who has hit the gym for any amount of time has probably experienced some joint pain.  This new formula is a natural way to help reduce pain and inflammation.  Continuous use of ibuprofen and similar OTC drugs can be hard on your system.  This is a natural alternative.  Additionally to muscle/joint pain, this anti-inflammatory can help keep your sinuses less swollen during allergy season (and it’s a bad one!!)

Training tip: Injury rehab
If you play hard, injuries will happen!  Heck, even if you just go about your normal routine, there’s a chance you could tweak something.  Rather than letting it sideline you completely, continue to exercise around it.  As long as done properly, this should help not only promote healing, but keep you from having to regain a bunch of lost ground.  Contact one of our certified trainers to help you come back quicker from an injury and not lose progress.

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These are just a small handful of tips.  If you would like more or would like us to overhaul your nutrition and/or training program, contact us (515-331-2141) to set up an appointment to hit the ground running!

Butch: Has went from 220lbs to 175 and lost 6″ on his waist and competed in his first bodybuilding contest.

Budha: Has lost over 65lbs in 3 1/2 months and totally has changed his lifestyle.

Matt: A high school student, has gained over 15lbs of muscle and added inches while increasing strength with nutrition/training coaching.

Team Nutri-Sport got 1st place in the NASA Powerlifting Meet.

Brent: Since working
with us for 18 months, he has went from 20% bodyfat at 215lbs to 7.3%
bodyfat at 200lbs.  He competed in a bodybuilding contest and got 2nd
place in a competitive Masters class.

Points and dates:

Monday Madness this coming Monday (May 3th)!!  15% off regular shelf prices!!

NANBF Nutri-Sport Natural Iowa Bodybuilding/Figure Championships, Des Moines, May 8th.

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Sincerely,

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Meal replacements are just what they sound like, convenient replacements to a whole food meal.  Using these are a great way to make sure you are getting the nutrients you need in a quick shake.  Solution 5 is the ideal blend of protein, high fiber carbs, good quality fats and phytonutrients, giving your body ultimate nourishment, plus helping assist with fat loss and muscle gain.  Delicious and curbs your appetite!

New natural whey isolate: American Whey
There’s no question that whey protein is one of the foundational supplements of any exercise enthusiasts stack.  However, there are many different types of whey.  One of the differentiating factors is the flavoring.  Some prefer to stay away from artificial sweetners.  If you fall into this category, then this is the protein for you!  Not only does it mix and taste incredible, but American Whey is an isolate, meaning it is one of the purest forms available!  Comes in vanilla, chocolate and Ryan’s favorite, banana (try it in your cereal!)
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New protein bar: Kind bars
Speaking of natural, protein bars fall into the same scenario as powders do with sweetners.  We have brought in a new bar that not only has no artificial sweetners, but is also gluten free!  This all natural bar is a nice snack size to tide you over, or grab two for a meal replacement!

Training tip: Don’t quit, deload
Often we hear customers say “I’m taking a week off” for a variety of reasons.  While hopefully their intention is good to allow for recovery, there is a better way to accomplish this.  Progressing your training intensity is important and instead of risking falling off the wagon, or to halt progress, back off your training level by 50% for a week.  Studies show muscle can atrophy (breakdown) in as little as 4 days, so by getting the blood in the muscles, keep your metabolism cranking and promote healing, just back it off and keep going to the gym.  We recommend some form of deload very 4-6 weeks.  Contact one of our certified trainers if you want to have us help you discover these and design a program to accelerate your progress. 

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These are just a small handful of tips.  If you would like more or would like us to overhaul your nutrition and/or training program, contact us (515-331-2141) to set up an appointment to hit the ground running!

Budha: First six weeks of training, lost 35lbs and over 7 inches.

Scott: At 15 years of age, gained 4lbs of muscle in first month, 40% increase in strength

Donny: In first month of nutrition programming, already has “pants falling off”!

Moriah: Since July has gained 8.2lbs of lean muscle and has dropped her bodyfat by 2% in the process.

Isaac: Since beginning nutrition/training program in November, has gained 17lbs of lean muscle NATURALLY!  No prohormones, just sound nutrition, supplements and training!

Karen: In 3 months of one-on-one training, has dropped 4.5% bodyfat, lost 8 total inches, including 2.5 inches on waist.

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January has been one of the snowiest winters we’ve had in history, don’t let it deter you from attaining your goals, keep it up in February!!

When it’s cold and snowy, heading to the gym isn’t any easier to do, but when you have goals set and results you want to achieve, you make it happen when others just stay tucked under the covers.  This month, let us help you to increase your results and determination to get you where you want to be.

This month, check out the new supplement highlights that will give you an edge on your workouts.  Also, a new 9-week round of Bodysculpting starts up on Monday, February 1st. Finally, maybe you are ready to take it to the next level and get a customized meal and workout program.

This Monday, February 1st is our Monthly Monday Madness, where you save 15% off our already great low prices. As always, we will be handing out samples and this is the day to stock up on whatever you need or try something new to shake up your supplement program with one of our proven stacks.  Read about our new products below.

New products, breaking news, contest results and tips below (plus even a coupon) so read and feel free to pass on!

Thank you again for your business and continuous referrals.  Remember, we give all new referred customers 15% off and you get a $10.00 store credit as a way to say thank you!  We are thrilled to be a part of your fitness lifestyle and truly enjoy fulfilling our passion of helping people reach their full potential!

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While we still carry pro hormones, there are alternatives that natural optimize your body’s testosterone production.  Activate Extreme ensures that you are producing as much test as possible, plus reducing estrogen and cortisol as well.  In addition, it frees up your test by binding with the limiting SHBG hormone, amplifying the results.  We recommend stacking the Activate with ZMA and GABA to further enhance the effects.

New pre-workout formula: Hemo-Rage by Nutrex
Pre-workout formulas are a very common staple in most individuals supplement stack.  They all do similar things (boost energy, increase blood flow, improve mental focus/intensity).  One of the things however, is that each individual reacts different based on their own make-up.  While some products work great for certain people, others it has low effect.  One that our beta-testers had good success with is Hemo-Rage by Nutrex.  It is intense and if you are looking for an edge on your performance and boost in your growth, this might be one to try next time.
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New post-workout shake: Aftershock Recovery & Repair
What you ingest after workouts is the most important meal of the day (yes, breakfast is second).  Getting the proper nutrients kick-starts the recovery from your training.  Aftershock has everything you could want post-workout in one convenient serving.  This includes lactose-free protein, quality carbohydrates, BCAAs and glutamine, creatine, anti-oxidants and even glucosamine for the joints.  This is what we call a “lean mass stimulator” meaning that it won’t cause bodyfat gain, but just help repair the muscle, perfect for those who want to build muscle but keep bodyfat low.  Try a sample of the delicious Pina Colada flavor at Monday madness!

Training tip: Attack the weak point
No matter what you train for (general fitness, sports, etc) when you are performing certain exercises, you might notice that you are better at some than others.  Everyone has weak points that limit their performance (the weakest link in a chain breaks first).  To get the most from your workouts, you should first recognize the weakness, then put an emphasis on bringing it up.  This could be many things (weak lower back, inflexibility, tendonitis, imbalance, etc).  Once you discover what is holding you back, prioritize your training to bring the limitation up and blow through your sticking points.  Contact one of our certified trainers if you want to have us help you discover these and design a program to accelerate your progress. 

Blog entry: National powerlifting meet results
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These are just a small handful of tips.  If you would like more or would like us to overhaul your nutrition and/or training program, contact us (515-331-2141) to set up an appointment to hit the ground running!

On January 23rd, the second annual Bench Bash push/pull powerlifting meet was held at Fitness World East in Pleasant Hill, put on by Fitness World 24 in Urbandale.  Many Team Nutri-Sport athletes competed and hit personal records!  Below are some results and highlights:
Maurio Coleman: benched 415 (plus 25lbs lighter than before!)
Stephanie Binney: deadlift of 300, benched 155
Mesha Wagner: bench of 110
Vickie Williams: bench of 95
Jim Einerson: 305 bench, 440 deadlift
Tim Quick: 395 bench (best overall raw bench)

NASA Powerlifting Nationals was held in Oklahoma City.  Team Nutri-Sport did well, finishing 2nd out of 3 teams without a full line up!  Below are the results:
Dan Connett: Squat 540, bench 358, deadlift 575 (all unequipped or “raw”)
Joe Symonds: Squat 331, bench 270, deadlift 419
Ryan Irwin: Squat 408, bench 298, deadlift 490 (set American Bench record at 148 and was named overall Powersports Champion)
Dave Ridlen: Bench 507 (new American record at 275)

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The DEA is going to be taking this pro-hormone off the market on 1/4/10.  We have always been very careful on who we sell this to and make sure they take them correctly and are fully educated, unfortunately, that is not the case industry wide.  We only have a small handful of it left, then it will be gone for good.  There are many other natural and safe ways to elevate and optimize one’s testosterone and hormone levels, let us show you the other options as well if this is something you are interested in.

L-Arginine pure bulk powder
We have always carried the capsulated L-Arginine but now have the same thing in bulk powder form.  Arginine is an amino acid and helps boost nitric oxide levels, which in turn increases circulation.  It has also been shown to increase the immune system and GH levels. Adding 2-5 grams to your beverage you sip on during your workout (we recommend Xtend) is a great way to boost recovery/performance.  Having it before bed (Ryan mixes it with his casein) is a great way to optimize recovery/growth while sleeping.
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New pre-workout protein bar: Raptor Bar
One of the most important meals of the day is your pre-workout meal.  This is what fuels the fire during your training.  While a shake or a whole meal is nice, sometimes you need something for on the go.  This new bar is exactly that!  Tastes great and most importantly, works!  Not only does it fuel you through intense workouts, you don’t burp it up during it either!

Training tip: Uni-lateral work
One of the things that we incorporate in both our personal training clients and our Bodysculpting workouts is uni-lateral training.  This is a term used to describe doing one limb at a time.  Often people favor one of their legs or arms for certain activities.  By working them independently, it forces your body to even things out.  For example, a leg workout might include squats and leg press, but then also walking lunges or step ups.  Try to incorporate at least 1 uni-lateral exercise into your workout.  Contact one of our certified trainers if you want to find other ways to shake up your routine and shock your body. 

These are just a small handful of tips.  If you would like more or would like us to overhaul your nutrition and/or training program, contact us (515-331-2141) to set up an appointment to hit the ground running!

Ryan & Mandee Irwin
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