Comments on: Do Myostatin Inhibitors Work? (With Muscular Dog)

By: jeremy

jeremy — Wed, 03 Feb 2010 08:46:59 +0000

mark,thanks for being honestSadly many arent!!Once again thanks !! 🙂

By: Mark McManus

Mark McManus — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 18:33:34 +0000

@Rich. Me too.
@Karah. I really go into fat loss in detail in my book ‘Total Six Pack Abs’. If you just want to get started, get your net carbs under 100g per day and do the workout program in my free book. Eat only when hungry and stop when full. You’ll start dropping the fat, once you begin to stop losing, I recommend my abs book.
@sky2. A few possibilities. Your grip could simply be too tight on the bar. The weight is too heavy. The weight is too light and you’re doing too many reps i.e. more than 15 to failure? If all else fails try using lifting straps or even hooks to take most of the tension off the forearms. However, if you do this, give your forearms some direct work afterwards to strengthen them. In time you’ll be able to work your bi’s without any forearm trouble at all.
@Pine. This is the first I’ve heard of it! No-one told me I was going to be in Ironman magazine. This is unexpected to be honest. I guess that was in the small print when I agreed to write some articles for bodybuilding.com. Is it the carb-cycling diet article? I hope they included the whole article where I mention all the other authors who deserve credit for popularizing this way of eating, otherwise some people are going to think that I’m taking credit for inventing carb-cycling. Anyway, thanks for letting me know.

By: Pine

Pine — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 16:48:19 +0000

Hi Mark,

Nothing to do with the above article but just want to say I just read IronMan Magazine Dec 2009 issue and saw your article. Just want to congratulate you on that. I was reading the article and thinking hey, this guy sounds like what you have been saying all along and then I checked the author name, and sure enough it is you.

Congratulations, man .. All the best ..

P.S# At the end of article though, this website (musclehack.com) is not mentioned, instead the magazine editors ask to check your articles at bodybuilding.com. Not sure what the deal is but this website should be mentioned, IMHO.

Hope to see more of your articles both in print and digital format.

By: sky2

sky2 — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 11:34:09 +0000

when i do tht style bicep, i noticed that my forearm tends to quit before my bicep,i felt the lactic acid burn in my forearm much more than my bicep!!!! how to fix that.. i am trying to incorporate movement that will be more tender to my forearm such as hammer curl, supinating movement or something, 2 cents?

By: karah

karah — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 03:34:32 +0000

i really love reading your articles they are so interesting. i am an obese woman 5.5 190 lbs ann would like to know how to get motivated and have energy to go from whrer i am to having a strong sexy body. i would really appreciate it if you could take the time to answer my question as i know you are the person to ask to get proper results.

By: Rich

Rich — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 22:09:37 +0000

Love the picture of the bodybuilding dog mate, made me chuckle! Wouldn’t want to be a cat in his neck of the woods.

By: Lukewarm

Lukewarm — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 13:09:30 +0000

P.s If you wanted to take a protein shake before bed, you would simply take the ZMA on an empty stomach close to bedtime, allowing 30min for absorption – then proceed to take your casein or whey protein drink before hitting the hay!

By: Mark McManus

Mark McManus — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 13:06:49 +0000

@Lukewarm. Yes I sometimes take ZMA in the evenings but I usually take 2g of glutamine for a nighttime GH boost. Yes ZMA is taken before brekkie on an empty stomach.
Well, there is no growth without full recovery first so it’s extremely important, no doubt about it.

By: Lukewarm

Lukewarm — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 12:59:10 +0000

Insightful article Mark, I also like the generous encouragement you regularly hand out to your fellow trainers and hard-gainers!

One point about your ‘morning supplementation’. Some excellent choices, however Magnesium, Zinc or ZMA products are best used in the evening before bed and if done properly can significantly elevate natural growth hormone levels whilst sleeping. Furthermore, the Magnesium in ZMA has a relaxing affect on the body and muscles and will encourage a much deeper sleep – which is highly advantageous for recovery, but not very practical first thing in the morning! Lastly, ZMA is best assimilated on an empty stomach, as it is not competing for absorption with other aminos (from protein or other supps). So if you take a dose 30min before bed on an empty stomach you will get the maximum benefits and enjoy a great nights sleep!

After all, isn’t recovery just as important (if not more) than spent time in the gym! 😉

cheers

By: Mark McManus

Mark McManus — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 12:09:50 +0000

Thanks everyone for your really kind comments.
@Shay. I haven’t done any research into this area myself, thanks for the info.
@Johnny. I have no idea, you hear all sorts out there. It’s only an amino acid and you’re only supposed to take a few grams per day.
@sac. Yes you can. The only thing I would recommend you do is consume a low-fat protein source within 30 minutes of finishing a workout.

By: sac

sac — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 04:45:32 +0000

i just came through ur site…and like to say that its awesum…strted already ur workout routine….but one thing i dont wanna use any of the supplements …can i still make a gud looking body….can u pls suggest something….

By: Johnny

Johnny — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 04:40:47 +0000

Awesome article. weird pictures of the dog haha. oh and one question.
Everytime I look up L-Glutamine it says Do not use under the age of 18. Why is this? I’m seventeen (turning 18 this february) and I’ve seen you recommend it many times and want to try it for myself! lol cheers

Johnny

By: mahen

mahen — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 02:19:32 +0000

nice work mark…….. i like ur articles…….. they are really helpfull….. keep it up

By: Shay

Shay — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 23:15:39 +0000

Mark, good work as always.

I have been researching supplements for 20+ years now, so I hope you don’t mind if I add my 2 cents.

I would like to suggest using a phytonutrient based formula (made from fruits and vegetables) instead of taking multivitamins. One brand that I really like is Macro Greens, it taste awesome and is nutrient packed.

Here is an interesting article regarding some of the controversy around multivitamins.
https://www.nih.gov/news/pr/may2006/od-17.htm

There are a number of excellent phytonutrient based formulas on the market to choose from as well. Believe it or not phytonutrient formulas contain a full spectrum of vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. Phytonutrients are also more readily absorbed and utilized by the body than multivitamins.

There is also solid research and science behind the health benefits of phytonutrient formulas. Here are a couple of links to support this fact.
https://www.aaimedicine.com/jaaim/aug05/phytonutrient.php
https://www.ars.usda.gov/Aboutus/docs.htm?docid=4142

In short, phytonutrient formulas are a more “food friendly” way of getting your additional vitamins and minerals.

By: Greg Magisana

Greg Magisana — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 22:36:27 +0000

Great post Mark. Love the insight and info that you supply on this site. As Jami said above best BB site on the net. I love how you get to the point and dont try and cram Brand A or B products down our throat.

By: Jami

Jami — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 19:47:35 +0000

I agree. I love your site Mark. Best bb site on the net!
Keep up all the great work.

By: Keith Davis

Keith Davis — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 19:16:28 +0000

Mark, where do you find all this info?
Really interesting post.
I agree with you, some of these guys look freeky.
Theres a big difference between looking good and looking odd.
Having said that… I wouldn’t mind having your pecs, bis and six pack.
Better get training!