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Q: I was at a health food store and the guy there said if I take too much protein I'll get PKU. What is PKU and how much protein causes this?
A:Wow. It amazes me how misinformed some people are. You go to a "health food" store and you get advice like this. That is scary. The problem here is that you would assume that a person dispensing nutritional advice at a health food store would know a little about what he is talking about.
Protein intake has nothing to do with PKU whatsoever. Nothing you could ever eat would cause you to get PKU. PKU is an inherited disorder resulting from a deficiency of an enzyme called phenylalanine hydroxylase which helps to process protein. Without this enzyme, there is a buildup in the blood of an amino acid phenylalanine.
A child may be born with PKU only if both parents carry the recessive gene for the disorder. Every state requires that newborns be given a PKU screening blood test, and those that test positive are placed on a special diet within 10 days after birth. You know if you have PKU.
The little prick to draw blood given on the bottom of every newborn's foot is the PKU test. Although I was told this was the government actually inserting a minuscule computer chip to keep track of people. I have my reservations about this. Hey, it sounds good anyway.
This is just another example of how you just can't trust the information you're getting out there. Here is a person in a position where people are actively seeking advice from them and they don't have a clue.

Q:I like to mix 1 or 2 servings of Whey Protein with my oats and then microwave it for 1.5 minutes. Am I damaging the protein when I do This?
A:Heat does affect protein. It causes a denaturing effect by cross-linking the protein bonds. I would recommend that you add the protein powder after you microwave your oatmeal. Whey is very delicate. If you expose it to too much heat then you wind up with a protein that is virtually useless.

Q: I've always heard that your body can only use about 25 to 30 grams of protein at a time. Is this true?
A:It's not true at all. I have no idea where this ridiculous number came from, but it's absolutely baseless and has no scientific support. It has kind of hung around the "duh" nutrition circles for some time like gum on your shoe. This is an excellent case of ignorance breeding ignorance. Where does it stop? I'll tell you - it stops here!
Take a moment to think about the protein situation. Aside from water, the next most abundant element that your body is made of is protein. Also, your body is continually regenerating every cell, muscle, bone, skin, etc. So your body consists of newly regenerated cells about every 4 months. This would not be remotely possible if you could only utilize 30 grams of protein at a time.
Another thing you must understand, weight training dramatically increases your body's need for protein. Muscle tissue is built from protein. Muscle is protein and protein is muscle. To build muscle you must supply an abundant amount of protein.
Also, the more efficient the protein you feed your body the more of that protein it will be able to utilize at any one feeding. This is the primary bases in the design of Whey Protein. It's designed so that your body uses it more efficiently and effectively so you build muscle faster and more efficiently.
Another thing that must be taken into consideration is the amount of muscle you have. The bigger you are the more protein you will need. That's common sense.
Limit yourself to 25 to 30 grams of protein per meal and you might just maintain enough muscle mass for a serious game of badminton. Get my point?

Q: Does smoking effect my results from bodybuilding Training?
A: People who smoke do not like to be reminded of how toxic their habit really is. People who commit suicide by turning on their car and breathing in the exhaust fumes die in about 20-minutes. The same stuff that comes out of your car also comes out of cigarettes. Sucking on a cigarette will cause the same suicidal effect; it just takes about 20-years, not 20-minutes to kill you. That's all I'm going devote to this stupid question.

Q: I've heard that creatine causes muscle cramping. How can you prevent this when taking creatine?
A: Creatine does not cause muscle cramping. Here, I'll say that again. Creatine does not cause muscle cramping.
Contrary to what has been reported by the inept, ignorant and irresponsible media, supplementing with creatine does not cause an increase in muscle cramping. This is simply a fabrication. Here's how the ignorant reporters see this issue. If a football player is taking creating and gets a muscle cramp it's because he's taking creatine. If a football player is not taking creatine and gets a muscle cramp it's just a typical muscle cramp.
To back this statement with research, ". . . in controlled studies the evidence shows that creatine supplementation does not cause muscular dysfunction and/or complication in healthy people(1,2) or patients with various neuromuscular diseases(3). In fact, one recent study went so far as attempting to induce cramping in athletes by exercising them to varying degrees of dehydration(27). No differences were reported between those taking the creatine or the placebo, demonstrating no greater incidence of cramping associated with creatine use even under various dehydrated states.(4)"
Even when they tried to induce cramping through deliberate dehydration, the incidence of muscular cramping was no higher in those supplementing with creatine than those taking a placebo.
Once again it just goes to show how misinformed not only the public is but also those that are feeding the public this misinformation.

1.Kreider RB, Ferreira M, Wilson M et al. Med.Sci.Sports Exerc.30:73-82,1998

2.Vandenberghe K, Gaoris M, et al. J.Appl Physiol.83:2055-63,1997.

3.Tarnopolsky M, and Martin J. Neurology. 52:854-857,1999.

4.Vogel RA, Webster MJ, Erdmann LD and Clark RD. J. Strength Condit. Res. 14(2):214-219

Q: Can you tell me what HPLC stands for and what it means? I see it on all of your supplements.
A: HPLC stands for High Performance Liquid Chromatography. HPLC is a state-of-the-art analytical testing procedure that has multiple applications including separation, identification, purification, and quantification of various compounds.
HPLC is considered the "test of tests" when it comes to product analysis in the scientific community.
Many companies use HPLC extensively on all their supplements from pre-production to validate the potency and purity of the raw materials used, to completed product specification verification. This ensures you that the quality of supplements are the highest they can possibly be. HPLC testing is expensive and does adds cost to the final product.

Hints To Lose Fat & Tone Muscle
Focus on daily behavior as opposed to results.
No Carbohydrates after 6pm (rice, potatoes,pasta, bread, etc.) see authorized
foods list cut out guide below.
Do 20-30 minutes of cardiovascular exercise 2-4 times per week.
Drink 4 litres of water per day minimum.
Eat your lean body weight in grams of protein daily.
Eat every 3 hours. This keeps your metabolism going in order to burn fat and calories.
Prepare your meals ahead of time so they are ready when it's time to eat.
Eat before you get hungry. This keeps you from getting hungry and overeating.
Take Sundays off as your FREE day.
Don't eat anything that has more than 20% of its total calories derived from fat.
Take glutamine with whey protein.

Eating Tips
Eat 4-5 meals per day. Space your meals 3 hours apart.
Three of the meals must contain (1) protein, (1) carbohydrate and (1) vegetable from charts below
The other 1-2 meals: You may use meal replacement shakes
No Carbohydrates after____pm. - Specify your time 4 hours before bedtime.
One serving of Carbohydrates equal the size of your clenched fist.
One serving of Protein equals the size of your flat hand.
Eat as many veggies as you want.

2005 INBA SA Natural Physique Titles 2nd Oct
Brought to you by MAX'S

It's that time of year again when you seriously have to start planning your competition aspirations. This years INBA SA Titles will be held on Sunday the 2nd of October at the Norwood Concert Hall. I'm sure all you past competitors agree that the Norwood venue is a fantastic one.
Every year since it's inception the INBA SA Titles have grown in competitors over the previous year. I anticipate this year will be no exception, and I am fully expecting over 40 competitors. With all the inquiries I have so far had, this should be easily accomplished.
Everything will basically be kept exactly the same as last year. Entry for competitors will again be free as long as you are a paid up INBA member. I have included a membership form with this letter. The sooner you become a member, the sooner you reap the rewards with INBA newsletters sent out regularly. Also by joining now you can spread out some of the costs involved with getting ready for the show. The main reason though, INBA members will receive a 10% discount on all purchases at Australian Muscle. This again can help off set those costs.

If you know of anyone else who is thinking of competing, encourage them to call me (8373 0735) so that I can add them to the INBA SA News database.

I would like to draw all competitors attention to the fact that Max's is once again sponsoring this years show. Max's have been on board now for five years as the major sponsor. Please support Max's when considering your precontest protein. Max's WPI and Hydroxyphase+ are the best pre contest proteins around.

MAX'S HydroxyPhase +
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Phaseolamin – Inhibits carb digestion
Forskolin – Accelerates fat burning
Bio-engineered Whey Protein Isolate
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MAX'S Hydroxy-Phase+ provides the very latest natural technology in the war against fat! This advanced formula combines 2 new weapons – Hydroxy Citric Acid and Phaseolamin that work by inhibiting the uptake and conversion of carbohydrates to fat – one of the main causes of body fat. By combining them with other proven fat mobilising agents and MAX'S exclusive bio-engineered and instantised Whey Protein Isolate – you've got one powerful formula for a leaner, stronger and more muscular body.

Novice Competitors
If you are a first time competitor and are unsure of how an INBA show runs, then a dvd copy of last years show is a must. Last years huge show is available on two DVD's, Prejudging and show. The pre judging DVD is a must for all first time competitors. These DVD's are of professional quality and is a must for those who are unsure of what happens at a show or for even experienced competitors who are after posing hints. Get your copy from GMV Productions (8224 0455) or Australian Muscle.

New Classes
This years show is set to be a beauty with a number of new classes being introduced,
Men's Masters O'50 years
Sports Model. Sport Model Contests bring a new level of femininity into female sport – a type of 'Model with muscles'. As such we are looking for a girl who projects beauty and shape. We are not looking for the musculature of a bodybuilder or the low body fat level of a marathon runner. We want to choose a balanced physique. A physique which would be achievable from genetics or from cross training. The winner should fit your ideal of what will make others envious of a fitness lifestyle. The Sports Model consists of three rounds. A Bikini round, Fitness/Workout round and a Dress round - similar to the Ms Fitness protocol So what is the "look" we want? A cross between a Ms Fitness competitor and a bikini model without the routine.
INBA Pro Division. This year I will be incorporating a Pro Class. This class is open to any past or present INBA Australian Title holders. First prize will be a minimum of $1000:00 cash with cash prizes for all place getters. Last years Overall INBA Mr Australia and Natural Mr Olympia winner Warren Clampitt has already accepted an invitation to compete. I am confident that I will have at least 3 INBA Pros competing. This class alone will be worth coming to see.

INBA SA CLasses 2005

SUBSCRIBER COMPETITION
People please, doesn't anyone want to claim their prize? For the past couple of months, the winners have not come forward to claim their prizes. From now on if you want to win, you must make the effort. The best letter each month wins. Make a comment about this months newsletter or whatever. E-mail or snail mail me.

Saturday May 28th 
Ask me for 15% off everything
10:00 AM  til 3:30PM

Can’t make it in? Just call me on the day with your order and pay by credit card, or visit the new Australian Muscle E-Store for convenient on line shopping (details below) and pick your order up later on during the week.

FREE BODYFAT TEST

Australian Muscle now offers free bodyfat testing. Just come into the shop with your height in centimetres and I can do a bodyfat test on you using the TANITA bodyfat monitor. The test is non intrusive, quick, and FREE!!

SUBSCRIBER COMPETITION
People please, doesn't anyone want to claim their prize? For the past couple of months, the winners have not come forward to claim their prizes. From now on if you want to win, you must make the effort. The best letter each month wins. Make a comment about this months newsletter or whatever. E-mail or snail mail me.

MAY SPECIALS

New Musashi WPI

900g $54:95 + $8:50 Post
1.9kg $96:00 + $8:50 Post
Chocolate, Vanilla, Strawberry

Hardcore Book

$44:95

Chris Cormier - Destination Olympia $55:00

Wild Bull L-Glutamine
300g $39:95
500g $59:95
1kg $79:95

N.B. All Prices are in   AUD.

WHAT'S NEW?

Musashi WPI

Musashi WPI contains the highest quality Instantised Microfiltered Whey Protein Isolate available. WPI is an easily digestible protein that is most suitable for training individuals, elite athletes and those who are lactose sensitive.
WPI is manufactured using a cold filtration process resulting in an extremely high protein, rapid absorption rate, and containing an array of amino acids in peptide and polypeptide forms.
The WPI is further enhanced in Musashi’s Australian GMP manufacturing facility using a unique new technology known as Enhanced Filtration Process (EFP). EFP further fortifies WPI with a blend of free form essential amino acids, resulting in a protein containing less fat, carbohydrates and lactose than many other commercially available WPI products.
Musashi’s EFP Whey Protein Isolate also contains high levels of glycomacropeptides, immunoglobulins, lactoferrin, and BCAAs. These components have been shown to support the immune system, digestive health and skeletal muscular needs, while also having important anti-oxidant properties.
Musashi has always recognised the importance of free form amino acids and their inclusion in protein formulations. By fortifying this formulation with BCAAs and Essential AAs we ensure the immediate saturation of tissue requiring these nutrients. This is particularly important for those who use WPI close to training times.
EFP offers a new and exciting end product for users requiring the highest quality, scientifically advanced protein available.

900g $54:95 + $8:50 Post
1.9kg $96:00 + $8:50 Post
Chocolate, Vanilla, Strawberry

 Hardcore by Ronnie Coleman

Ronnie Coleman's Complete Guide to Weight Training

Do it Ronnie's Way!!

In this brand new book from the publishers of Muscle & Fitness and FLEX , multi-time Olympia champion Ronnie Coleman -the most dominant force in bodybuilding today -reveals his amazing training secrets. For the first time in one complete collection, Ronnie outlines his championship workouts for every bodypart, along with the tips, tricks and dieting techniques he used to craft his incredible 287-pound physique.
In this power-packed, full-color, 176-page book, you'll find: 

Detailed instruction on over 50 of Ronnie 's all-time favorite exercises 

Every meal of his off-season mass-gain plan,and the precontest diet he uses to get sliced and ready for battle 

Specific advice on getting more from your workouts than you ever thought possible,maintaining your motivation, increasing your strength,and more! 

A special Q&A where Ronnie answers questions straight from his fans.

$44:95

The Pre Contest Bible

Get Shredded Beyond Belief!
For The First Time, The World's Best Bodybuilders
Reveal Every Detail & Secret For Achieving
Insanely Ripped Contest Condition!

Finally, there is one book, one comprehensive reference source, that gives you the EXACT CONTEST PREPARATION BLUEPRINTS of over 30 of the world's best bodybuilders. Now you can see the exact ins-and-outs of how Mr. Olympia winners and top pro & national champions get into incredible, shredded, contest-winning condition. 
You'll Get the Exact Details of Everything the Best Bodybuilders in the World Do, From the Day They Start Their Contest Preparation to the Minute They Step Onstage!
THE PRECONTEST BIBLE reveals every secret and every precise detail of how more than 30 top national and pro bodybuilding champions maximize muscle mass while getting ripped to the bone to reveal vascular, grainy, striated contest-winning muscle.

Every profile is in the same format, making the information you need both easy to find and compare. Here's what you'll learn about all these amazing athletes:

Precontest Training and Cardio
·Exact Workouts, Including Sets, Reps & Body Part Splits 
·Duration, Intensity and Frequency of Cardio 

And, you'll get two incredible bonuses!
·Ronnie Coleman's complete, exact workout for EVERY BODYPART as he prepped for his mind-blowing "Redemption" victory at the 2003 Mr. Olympia! 
·Jay Cutler's exact set-by-set workout for EVERY BODYPART that he used to win three consecutive Arnold Classic Championships!

Precontest Diet and Supplementation
·Exact Meal-By-Meal Breakdowns, Including Precise Food Measurements, Meal Frequency, Water Intake and Cheat Days 
·Full Supplement Programs 

The Last Week
·Food Intake and Water Manipulation 
·Carb Depletion and Loading 
·Contest Day Meal Plans 

The Finishing Touches
·Precontest Tanning Regimen, Including Product Choices 
·Posing Preparation 
·Backstage Pump Up and Last Minute Preparation 

Personal Info
·Athlete's Website, Major Titles, Birthdate, Contest and Off-Season Bodyweights, How Long They Prepare for a Contest 
·What do they like most and least about getting ready for a show? What do they want to eat the minute the show is over? When do they think they achieved their best condition and which other athletes do they admire when it comes to getting in shape? What really motivates them to achieve greatness onstage and stay disciplined when they don't want to make the necessary sacrifices that day?

$69:95

AST Triaxalon 500

A potent herbal formula for natural testosterone production.
Each capsule of Trioxalon 500 contains 500 milligrams of Tribulus Terrestris, an herb grown in various parts of the world and used medicinally for it virilizing effects. Studies have shown a better than 50% increase in testosterone levels when taking the Tribulus Terrestris herb. 
Trioxalon 500 exerts its testosterone elevating effect through the increase in luteinizing hormone (LH). LH is responsible for "telling" your body to produce testosterone. One interesting fact: Steroids suppress LH, thus reducing and sometimes shutting down your body's production of testosterone. Trioxalon 500 counters this side effect very effectively.

100 Capsules
$69:95

Chris Cormier - Real Deal: Destination Olympia 2004 (DVD)

Four-time Ironman Pro-Invitational winner Chris Cormier with 20 years of competitive bodybuilding experience ignites a masterpiece of muscle-packed action in this incredible documentary. Chris Cormier AKA Real Deal is one of the most popular bodybuilders of our time takes you inside his Ultimate Bodybuilding Lifestyle before and after The 2004 Mr. Olympia. Witness the hardcore workouts at The Mecca of Bodybuilding - Gold‘s Gym, Venice just days before the most anticipated bodybuilding show of the year. Take an inside peek of Chris at the Chiropractor’s office and join him for shopping on Rodeo Drive in Beverly Hills.
Special Bonus Footage includes: Chris at The 1993 Mr. USA Muscletech Booth and The Expo at The 2004 Mr. Olympia with fans and other athletes. Exclusive Photo Session for Muscular Development Magazine.

$55:00

I do have other DVD's in stock also. Call or e-mail me on 08 83730735 for more details.

DVD's also available are;

WHAT'S THE GOSS?

Gossip is sourced from various sites such as muscletime.com, getbig.com, ironmagazine.com 

Muscle Ute
Those of you who have been to the shop recently may have noticed the new Aussie Muscle Falcon Ute. Yes, I have lashed out and bought a 2001 model EA ute. Finished in a striking dark blue duco with green and gold sign writing depicting the flexing kangaroo, it's an eye catcher. I want to see just how eye catching this ute is. If you see the Aussie Muscle ute on the road, call me on 8373 0735, and tell me where you saw it, and you will win a prize. The first person to call me each month wins the prize. Seeing the ute in the shop carpark, in my driveway, or at Limbo Gym, does not count. 

Speaking of hot cars. If you think your beast deserves recognition, bring it in to Australian Muscle and I'll take a picture of you and your pride and joy and place it on the Aussie Muscle website.

Big Ronnie Down Under.
Seven times Mr Olympia, Ronnie Coleman is coming to Australia in October. It looks like though, we in SA will miss out again as he is scheduled to only appear in Brisbane, Sydney, and Melbourne. I have heard a rumour though that someone here is trying to get him to come to Adelaide. Fingers crossed, here's hoping.

How Hard Are You Training?
Check out the picture of Mr INBA SA and Australia Paul Wachtel doing a 302.5kg deadlift. Paul is currently weighing in at 118kgs and looks as hard as nails. Based on Pauls awesome performance in the gym you can rest assured that his assault on the Overall Mr Australia Title is right on track.

Musclemania Controversy
Last years Musclemania Worlds Pro Winner, Komang Arnawa has still not been paid his prize money. Komang who is Balinese, but lives in WA won the show convincingly but has still not been paid his prize money. Beats me how federations and promoters can keep doing this and that competitors keep on competing with them.

Speaking of Komang, this guy has a great physique. Komang has only entered a handful of contest but has quickly established himself as one of the worlds best. Hopefully Komang will be competing on the Australian Natural circuit later on this year.

http://www.thebiguniverse.com/arnawa/home.html

Brrrm, brrrm
I was on a bodybuilding forum the other day, and we were talking about Lee Priest winning the Australian Grand Prix, when a bright spark called Mandy, interjected by saying we were all wrong because Fernando Alonso won. "I know coz I was there", she emphasised.

Tradesmen Wanted
Australian Muscle needs the services of a flusher/painter for a bit of private work. If any of my customers out there can help me, please come and see me at the shop or give us a call on 8373 0735. I'd prefer to give the work to a customer of mine.

Smackdown Adelaide

The WWE came to Adelaide in May, and Aussie Muscle Customer, Michael Kontou was there.

Ouch!!!

Check out some of the new wallpapers. Thanks to one of very clever customers, Greg Harrison who had some spare time during their lunch breaks. Click Here

Max's Muscle TV
Max's Muscle TV can now be seen on channel 31 on Wednesday nights at 7:30. Muscle TV is an informative show on weight training and fitness. Tune your tv to UHF31.

Each week Muscle TV will bring you the latest from the world of bodybuilding and fitness, including the stars, training and nutrition advice, news, who's who, special features, plenty of muscle, and much, much more.