Happy Thanks Giving 2009

I know I’m a little late on this one, but i’d like to say happy Thanks Giving to all who have interacted with me here at stayfitbug.com. Hopefully you have all stuffed your faces with good food, and of course, broken healthy eating rules while you were at it . Perhaps you could all share with me some of the interesting meals that you have all consumed. Maybe I might get some inspiration and create a new meal plan for you all.

With all that said, do stay tuned in the next few weeks as I intend to bring something new and interesting to the table, which will make things more fun for you, and to fulfill my quest in providing you with innovative ways to build muscle.

Bugs Out.

See you in the comments

Stay-Fit Bug Survey – The Bugmeister wants to get to know you better!

I do already know most of you here. But now it’s time for us to build an even stronger relationship. After all, a strong lasting relationship is based on good communication… right. So communicate with me so I can communicate more related articles to you, that will really make a difference in helping you build muscle and obtain top fitness levels:P

To do so I have set up a survey with 25 questions.

Enjoy!

Stayfitbug.com Survey

Click Here to take survey

BUGS BEST OF: JULY 2009

OK. I might as well start as i mean to go on. Introducing BUGS BEST OF.  Although some of you may have subscribed to my RSS feeds and email subscriptions, i know you still may have missed the odd post or two through out the month. Below are some of the posts which gained some early attention on Stay-Fit Bug and around the web in other fitness communities.

BUGS BEST OF: JULY 2009

Muscle building from Fat, Muscle building from Bone

10 Reasons to workout

How to increase your metabolism

The Chicken Leg Syndrome

Maintaining muscle mass while having sex

Until next month… Bugs out!

The Stay-Fit Bug Christmas Time BONUS Finale

That’s right folks, Christmas is here!

And it definitely feels that way here in London, heavy snowfall and all. In fact, if you do have snow in your region as of this post, then read this post…

8 Tips For An Effective Winter Weightlifting Workout

And

Build Muscle With White Powder

That will cause some plateau busting muscle gains. I’m sure of it

Any how, if you have been following the recent emails, you will know that I gave away a few bonuses over the past several weeks. If you missed out on what those were, then you can back track and view those emails here in the email archive.

===> The email archive

However, today will be the final bonus of the year, and I’ll be leaving it up until the 31st of December.

That is…

But for you newer readers to the site, let me tell you the story behind the creation of both of those ebooks.

#1 The Unique Bodyweight Exercise ebook (Now version 3.0)

Now, if you have read the about us page, you would know that I started Stay-Fit Bug in July of 2009. A time which I can now mark as my resurgence into the bodybuilding and fitness world after an unexpected 2 year hiatus.

Several posts in and 2 months of posting, I started to notice a trend and some strong attention to certain topics. The first was the need to want to build a 6 pac. The 2nd was bodyweight exercises. Which actually inspired me to write two ebooks, both of which you will now be familiar with.

Build a 6 pac: From flab to flat

And

The Unique Bodyweight Exercise ebook

The first I gave away for FREE and the 2nd I put a price on.

Why ‘Unique’ exercises?

Well, first of all, bodyweight exercises are the undisputed king of realizing your ‘true’ strength. And secondly, Stay-Fit Bug is all about teaching you how to take your gains to the next level. And the best way to do that is to train insane, switch things up and make your muscles scream at a pitch that they did not think possible. Therefore, the introduction to exercises that will help you do just that.

Fast forward to version 3.0 (released September 2010) and the ebook has indeed been upgraded (At no cost to existing ebook owners). And fast forwarding to Q1 2011 will see an even bigger update in version 4.0. That will indeed be existing. Sheesh, I’m even getting excited about creating it (Let’s just say,lights, camera, action! Stepping out of my comfort zone -- Something you should all be doing on a regular basis).

Nevertheless, the current version of this ebook (And it’s own current bonuses) is now 1 of 2 Christmas bonuses. Oh, and did I mention that version 4.0 will be completely FREE to those who snatch this up now!

Q1 2011 might seem like a long time away, but I must inform you that those who end up on the Unique Bodyweight exercise mailing list receive ‘different’ ‘FREE’ bonuses to those on the regular mailing list. So you won’t have to worry about being left dry for the next few months.

Either way, that’s the story of how the Unique Bodyweight Exercise ebook came to existence.

#2 The Guide To Necessary Supplementation

As of May 2010, I decided to get active with my personal Facebook account (Add me here if you haven’t done so already) and invite everyone to my profile. Shortly after, my profile became a page for everything Stay-Fit Bugg/Fitness/ Bodybuilding/Network related.

Does that bother me?

No!

Because I’m an open book, I don’t have much to hide. Go on… dive into my past photos already.

Any how, it wasn’t long until I started to get bombarded with fitness related questions, and one of the questions I got asked daily is…

‘Shaun, which supplements should I take’???

Now, I’m not one to force bodybuilding supplements down someones throat just to earn a quick buck. That’s just not my style.

So I decided to write the guide to necessary supplementation, which is just a No B.S guide to what you should be supplementing your body with. That is, natural foods AND bodybuilding supplements. That’s all there is too it. Nothing more, nothing less!

Now, that’s the story telling out of the way.

However, I think you need to have a little taste of what these ebooks have to offer. Something extra than just me babbling along here on this post. Actions do indeed speak louder than words, so here is…

#1 (a) The Unique Bodyweight Exercise FREE report

Download it here ===> FREE REPORT

(b) The Unique bodyweight Exercise video

#2 (a) The Guide To Necessary Supplementation video (Hosted by yours truly)

(b) Some inside ebook snapshots

Picture Preview #2

Picture preview #3

Picture preview #4

Picture preview #5

Remember, this bonus page will stay live and active until 31st of December, so you should at least be able to stay fit at home for the several days of festive Christmas activity. But I’d say grab it now, because you’ll probably forget by then, as you’ll be completely zoned out in Xmas and New years eve-ism.

And remember, binge, but don’t OVERRRR binge. That… is something you will regret come January (At you Abdominal builders).

Train insane, train safe and Merry Christmas.

To all our Bodybuilding successes in 2011

See you in the comments.

It’s Over!

That’s right folks. Friday’s Appsumo.com contest ends today. So be sure to get your entries in before the day ends. Just so you know, the first prize bundle is more targeted towards us muscle building types. So if you want a new workout routine to try, this is a good time to snap one up, all at no cost.

The contest rules can be read here (Fridays post)

Win a FREE AppSumo Healthy Holidays Bundle

Good luck!

Stay-Fit Bug Best of the Month – September

It’s been a while since I’ve done one of these posts, but it’s good to take some time out once in a while and just reflect. Which is actually something you should be doing in your workouts from time to time. Nevertheless, these are the highlight posts of the month.

The Caveman (No supplements) vs The 21st Century Man (Takes supplements)

The Order Of Human Fat Loss

Miryah Jade Scott Video Interview with Stayfitbug.com

11 Gymspirational Photos for Exercise Inspiration

The Mindset Mantra Of The Gym Grunts (Screamers)

Until next month (That’s if I even decide to do it again )

See you in the comments.

Essential Supplements And How To Use Them

This is a guest post.

With so many different supplements available both on-line and in the shops today, it can be confusing trying to find the right bodybuilding supplements as well as using them in the most effective way. To truly optimize the dietary impact, an individual assessment with a sports nutritionist is recommended but there are some bodybuilding supplements, including a protein powder, which would benefit every bodybuilder, from novice through to seasoned pro.

Protein is one of the frequently mentioned bodybuilding supplements and vital for building lean muscle mass. It is almost impossible to consume the amount of protein required naturally without the need for additional supplements. One of the least expensive supplements available and with proven effectiveness, protein powder is an essential in a bodybuilder’s toolkit. Two of the best available are Myofusion by Gaspari, this powder uses a combination of casein and whey proteins to ensure blood amino acid levels remain higher for longer, while Syntha-6 by BSN tastes great and can be used as a meal replacement also. Protein can be consumed as a drink when mixed with carbohydrate. This is the perfect combination to take onboard immediately after a training session as the amino acids in the drink provide the necessary building blocks and the carbohydrates increase insulin levels which pushes the nutrients out into the muscle, thereby allowing generation of new cells and ultimately muscle growth. Sipping a carbohydrate-loaded drink during a work-out is also highly recommended as it allows adaption to heavy loading during training. Serious athletes in all disciplines have to pay close attention to their diet and ensure that 5-7 moderate sized meals are consumed every day, with each meal carefully balanced. A protein powder drink can be used to replace some of the daily meals, allowing the nutritional stability to be maintained whilst on the move.

In order to bulk up but strip away every last inch of fatty mass, thermogenic bodybuilding supplements are one of the biggest innovations to hit the market in the last 10 years. Quite literally a fat-burning pill and often combining bitter orange, caffeine and aspirin, thermogenics are widely believed to shift that last bit of muscle-disguising fat that won’t budge with diet and training alone. However, in order to maximise the benefits of any thermogenic pill, a cycling routine must be established. Taking thermogenics consistently without a break between courses will, over time, dramatically reduce the effect and could cause metabolic difficulties; one of the best for example is Adipoxil by Iforce Nutrition which should be taken 3 to 4 times a day and needs to be cycled every 4 to 8 weeks. The only exception to this rule is if the thermogenics are not taken daily, but more sparingly on just a couple of days per week. If used in this way, there are no risks to using them all year round.

Of course, supplements are not the only way to ensure that the body is in tip-top condition. There are many foods which have been labelled ‘superfoods’ and warrant inclusion in any diet. Tomatoes are well known for their powerful anti-oxidant properties which appear to become enhanced further once heated. Flaxseeds are another group of foods which should regularly be consumed, with grinding of the seeds best for rapid absorption. Flaxseeds can also be added to a protein powder to increase the nutritional benefits of the drink further. Alternative ways to incorporate them into the diet include soups, salads and cereals. Green foods including spirulina, wheat grass and chlorella are another great nutritional source, containing higher amounts of protein than red meat when compared pound for pound as well as being very high in vitamins and minerals.

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The Stay-Fit bug

Welcome to Stay-Fit bug

You have now caught the bug which does not aim to disappear. The bug is here to stay (for your benefit of course )

As a man now in my 20′s and who has been training since my pre teens as an athlete , i’d like to share some of the things i have learned along the way ‘and still learning’. Part of why i like to share my experiences and knowledge is due to the fact that most of the information people read is just that….FACTS!

The thing about facts is that they often neglect the things that affect us in our everyday lives…sometimes unavoidable things like unexpected injuries, illnesses, stress from work, stress from girlfriends, boyfriends…the list goes on. So i intend to fill your brain with real life experiences and how to maintain your workout when faced with hurdles.

ENJOY!!!!!!!

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Shock Body Exercise Variations (Part 3)

Well, I did promise you all a part 3, and both of the techniques I am about to describe will shock your body for sure. However, you are going to have to wait until part 4 until I show you the real body shockers. All good things come to those who wait. Muahahahaaaa

And now for the body shockers.

Drop Sets

What is a drop set?

The formula

1. Start with (X amount) of weight

2. Perform as many reps as you can (Till failure)

3. Strip off some of the weight, then perform another set (Till failure)

4. Continue until your muscle dies… literally

‘Damn Shaun, that looks painful’

Well, that’s the whole point. It’s supposed to be painful… and it is!

I do have to warn you though, if you don’t have the mental or physical strength to perform the above, then this exercise WILL send you crying home to mommy. If you are up for the challenge, then make sure you find yourself a spotter before even trying to attempt this.

Here are some exercises which I have performed using drop sets.

• Bench Press
• Squats
• Leg Extensions
• Leg Curls
• Bicep Curls
• Tricep Extensions
• Dips

Forced Reps

This is basically the principal that I have been preaching to everyone who asks the question,

‘How can I build muscle faster’

We all know there is no quick magic solution and for the most part your routines will consist of a lot of trial and error. But if you use the following technique, a few months from now you will find yourself in the ‘awesome gains’ territory.

What you need

• A spotter
• Supreme dedication

How to force rep

Exercise for examples sake: bench press

• You can lift 100kg at 6 reps to failure
• Get your spotter ready and push that to 8-10 reps to failure.
• If you are able to manage that, then it’s time to increase the weight a little. Lets say 110kg
• You’ll probably manage to lift 6-8 reps at this weight (Still using your spotter)
• Now if you manage to keep this up, you may soon find that you are able to lift up to 125kg at 6 reps.

At this point you would have achieved the goal of the forced rep. Which is to increase your strength AND to be able to lift heavier weights quicker… WITHOUT a spotter. But more importantly you will no longer be asking the question,

‘How can I build muscle faster’

Because you will already be on your way to doing so.

See you in the comments.

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Stay-Fit ‘Buzz’

Hi Fitbuzzers

This is just an update to let you know about our newest site Stayfitbuzz.com. We’ll tell you about why there was a name change soon. But for now, you can head over there and join in on the fun

===> Stayfitbuzz.com

Hint: It’s everything you liked about the Facebook fan page but better.

Shaun and Team Fit Buzz

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