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Volume
9 Issue 6
- June 2004
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Myth
:"Athletes don't need extra protein"
I find this to be the most annoying myth. Lord, when will this one
go away? Now the average reader person is probably thinking "who
in the world still believes that ridiculous statement?" The answer
is a great deal of people, even well educated medical professionals
and scientists who should know better, still believe this to be
true. Don't forget, the high carb, low fat, low protein diet recommendations
are alive and well with the average nutritionist, doctor, and of
course the "don't confuse us with the facts" media following close
behind. For the past half century or so scientists using crude methods
and poor study design with sedentary people have held firm to the
belief that bodybuilders, strength athletes of various types, runners,
and other highly active people did not require any more protein
than Mr. Potato Head.....err, I mean the average couch potato. However,
In the past few decades researchers using better study designs and
methods with real live athletes have come to a different conclusion
altogether, a conclusion hard training bodybuilders have known for
years. The fact that active people do indeed require far more protein
than the RDA to keep from losing hard earned muscle tissue when
dieting or increasing muscle tissue during the off season.
In a recent review paper on the subject one of the top researchers
in the field (Dr. Peter Lemon) states "...These data suggest that
the RDA for those engaged in regular endurance exercise should be
about 1.2-1.4 grams of protein/kilogram of body mass (150%-175%
of the current RDA) and 1.7 - 1.8 grams of protein/kilogram of body
mass per day (212%-225% of the current RDA) for strength exercisers."
Another group of researchers in the field of protein metabolism
have come to similar conclusions repeatedly. They found that strength
training athletes eating approximately the RDA/RNI for protein showed
a decreased whole body protein synthesis (losing muscle!) on a protein
intake of 0.86 grams per kilogram of bodyweight. They came to an
almost identical conclusion as that of Dr. Lemon in recommending
at least 1.76g per kilogram of bodyweight per day for strength training
athletes for staying in positive nitrogen balance/increases in whole
body protein synthesis.
This same group found in later research that endurance athletes
also need far more protein than the RDA/RNI and that men catabolize
(break down) more protein than women during endurance exercise.
They concluded "In summary, protein requirements for athletes performing
strength training are greater than sedentary individuals and are
above the current Canadian and US recommended daily protein intake
requirements for young healthy males."
All I can say to that is, no sh%# Sherlock?!
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Melvin
Scores First Pro Win
California's Melvin Anthony flexed to his first pro
victory by winning the 2004 Night of Champions in a close run race
with second place Darrem Charles. Anthony was fuller and better
proportioned than Charles who was more cut -- in fact he's never
been more cut. Most observers seemed to think that Charles' evening
posing routine bettered Anthony's, but the judges scored it even,
and Anthony won the two pre-judging rounds and the posedown round.
Richard Jones was third, but it was clear he was not at his best;
but in the final analysis, third in subpar condition is no mean
feat. Ahmad Haidar should have been in the top three, and as far
as the audience was concerned the sacrilege of the evening was Pavol
Jablonicky, whose fifth place sparked the boofest of the evening.
The top five qualify for the 2004 Mr. Olympia contest in Las Vegas
in October.
There were 46 bodybuilders entered
in this years show making it one of the largest pro contests ever
held.
2004
NIGHT OF CHAMPIONS,
1 Melvin Anthony
2 Darrem Charles
3 Richard Jones
4 Ahmad Haidar
5 Pavol Jablonicky
6 George Farah
7 Craig Richardson
8 Branch Warren
9 Art Atwood
10 Toney Freeman
11 Quincy Taylor
12 Mike Morris
13 Ed Van Amsterdan
14 Ronnir Rockel
15 Nasser El Sonbaty
Melvin
Anthony and Darrem Charles
Rookie
Richard Jones and Nasser El Sonbaty
The
Top 3!
Kallabach
did not make the top 15.....something's wrong!
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Night Of The Champions
The Night Of The Champions bodybuilding display on the 23rd of May
was a great success. Nick Jones from Gen-Tec Nutrition put on a
great display for the 200+ people who showed up. Each bodybuilder
went through their routine and was then interviewed by Nick on
stage. But the athletes were the stars and put on a great show.
Jason Bednarz
was in great condition. Unfortunately Jason failed to place at the
NABBA Southern Hemisphere in what must of been a tough class.
Big Danny
Craig and the graceful Teri Roberts. Danny went on to place 3rd at
the Southern Hemisphere and Teri won the Masters Figure. Both are
going to the NABBA Worlds.
The
ageless Kym Johncock. Kym won the Over 50 Masters at the Southern
Hemisphere.
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My Contest Preparation
As I write this I am approaching my fourth week on the Shape Up precontest diet. This diet has been a dream to follow and the food is plentiful and tasty. I have plenty of energy and my strength is still going up. In the first 3 weeks I have only lost 1.4kgs but my body fat has dropped from 20.5% (yes that was a typo last month), to 17.5%. This equates to muscle gain while losing body fat!
| Start
Day |
85kg |
20.5% |
| Week
1 |
85kg |
19% |
| Week
2 |
84.8kg |
18% |
| Week
3 |
83.6kg |
17.5% |
My supplement program is very basic. The only protein powder I take is either Met-Rx or Opti-Pro meal only after training or as my last meal at night. I take 15g of Glutamine a day, 10g of Musashi essential amino acids and 10g of Musashi branched chain aminos. My creatine is from Meta Cel which I reckon is awesome, and I take anti oxidants and vitamin C at bedtime. I don't take any thermogenics yet but will introduce them as the show gets closer.
If you are thinking of competing or just want to get in shape, give Shape Up a call.
Shape Up Personal Training
1300 668 188
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IFBB Pro In Store at Australian Muscle
IFBB Pro, John Davie visited Australian Muscle on Thursday 13th of May from 11:30am.
John was in store for well over 2 hours and spoke to a captive
audience about anything and everything. John told us to watch out
for a huge shake up in the IFBB, with Wayne Demillia quitting the
IFBB and setting up the Pro Division. This has already been
confirmed by the IFBB. Check out
www.promuscleonline.com
for the full story.
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Think About It.
Accept that the Truth is in the Middle
People tend to have "all or none" thinking about a variety of issues. Some people eat no carbohydrates, others consume exclusively high-carbs. Some people are overly reliant on machines, while others won't go near one. Then you have your HIT followers verses multiple-set believers.
Here's a quick way to get to the bottom of things: the most optimal approach is the middle path. Every "way" has benefits and drawbacks. No method or approach is entirely beneficial or destructive. Get out of the rut; get back toward the middle. |
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SATURDAY Saturday
June 26th
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
Last
months winners of the
Goodies bag was Steve Prisco.
This
month I have a Musashi
anabolic stack to give away.
The winner will be notified next
month.
It's
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and accessories at the click of a button! No need to make the trip
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PROTEIN
COUNTER
People are asking me all the
time for the protein content of foods. Below you can find a list
of some popular foods with their protein value.
Food Serving/ Grams of Protein
1 egg white of 1 egg 3.5
1 egg 1 large 6
scrambled egg whites 100g 9
lean ground beef, cooked 100g 25
chicken breast without skin 100g 30
broiled top round beef 100g 30
salmon 100g 27
cheddar cheese 100g 23
low-fat yogurt 1 cup 10
skim milk 1 cup 8
tuna 100g 29
baked beans 1 cup 14
lentils 1 cup 18
pasta 1 cup 5
bread 2 slices 6
tofu 1/2 cup 10
cottage cheese 1/2 cup 14
turkey breast 100g 23
COMING EVENTS
September 11th NABBA Night Of the Champions.
Ph 0414 368 408
October 3rd INBA SA Natural Titles, Norwood Concert Hall.
Ph 8373 0735
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JUNE
SPECIALS
Gen-Tec Ultimate
Thermogenic Fuel
Ultimate
Thermogenic Fuel
280ml
$54:95
Optimum
100% Whey
$85:00
Super
Whey
$39:95
2 for $70:00
4 for $136:00
Wild
Bull L-Glutamine
300g $39:95
500g $59:95
1kg $79:95
N.B.
All Prices are in 
AUD.
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WHAT'S
NEW?
Ronnie Coleman - The Cost of Redemption
The DVD from Video Master Mits Okabe we all have been waiting for is out now! Ronnie Coleman - The Cost of Redemption! It was taped in August 2003 and shows Ronnie`s workouts for the 2003 Olympia! (And we sure all remember that Ronnie shocked the BB world last October!) So how did Ronnie do it? He competed about 40 lbs heavier than in 2002 and was just as hard!
On the 3 + hour DVD you will find lot of footage of Ronnie having his meals, Ronnie and his cars (Ronnie in the HUMMER.......Unbelievable......) and some very funny bonus footage! (Ronnie & his nails!!!!! - MUST SEE!). Sean and I were gobsmacked by some the gym footage. Watching Ronnie do 800lb squata and 500lbs benches is pretty inspirational. One of the funniest scenes is watching him make breakfast.....1 litre of eggs whites and a kilo of oats all mixed together - yum.
Ronnie
Coleman - The Cost of Redemption 3hr DVD $79:95
Jay
Cutler - New, Improved and Beyond.
It's
actually a 2-DVd set, and the total running time is a whopping 4
hours and 37 minutes.
You see Jay doing his total Mr. Olympia workout: Day 1 - Chest;
Day 2 Part 1 - Legs; Day 2 Part 2 Arms & Calves; Day 3 Shoulders
& Traps; Day 4 Back & Calves. And then there are the interviews.
At the end of it all, you really feel you know Jay Cutler the world
famous bodybuilder, as well as Jay Cutler the man.
Jay
Cutler - New, Improved and Beyond 2 DVD Set $79:95
Other
DVD's now available are;
Ultimate Thermogenic Fuel
Ultimate
Thermogenic Fuel is another revolutionary liquid product from Gen-Tec
Nutrition designed and formulated to increase energy levels and
stimulate fat loss through thermogenesis.
A combination of HCA, Citrus Aurantium (containing new extract META
Synephrine), Guarana (equivalent to 200mg of caffeine per serve),
Chromium Picolinate and Tyrosine, work together to suppress appetite,
stimulate the metabolism and provide a stimulant type effect pre
workout/cardio.
Lipotronics L-Carnitine, choline, and inositol is the "old faithful"
stack helping shuttle fat into the mitochondria of cells to be burnt
as fuel, resulting in LOWER BODY FAT levels.
So try Ultimate Thermogenic Fuel to power through your weights and
cardio workouts, and sculpt tighter glutes or a chiseled six pack!
Ultimate
Thermogenic Fuel
280ml $54:95
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Meta-Cel
This product has had the best feedback I have seen with any product I have sold for a long time. Sean and I are also using it, and we both reckon this is best creatine product we have used....period! I put on 2kg's in 10 days and got stronger in every exercise. The fullness and pump you get in the gym is awesome. Next time you need to get more creatine, give Meta Cel ago. If you're not happy, there is a money back guarantee.
Meta-CEL is a new dietary supplement designed specifically for individuals who are trying to gain lean body mass fast, without adding fat weight. Meta-CEL provides a precise synergistic blend of two revolutionary new complexes-the patent-pending Phosphitol™ and the exclusive Potentin™, shown in recent studies to help promote volumizer transport into muscle cells and increase lean body mass-safely and effectively, without the use of high amounts of sugars and/or carbohydrates, harmful pro-hormones, or pro-steroids.
Potentin and Phosphitol work synergistically within Meta-CEL to enhance two different functions in the body: the highest achievable gut tolerance and increased myocellular (muscle cell) retention of creatine-formulated to promote complete absorption (thereby avoiding any possible intestinal distress) and to enhance whole body creatine retention... all without adding unnecessary sugars or producing insulin spikes, which makes it ideal for "carbo-phobics" or calorie cutters.
First, Phosphitol contains a vital "energy-producing" compound stored in muscle cells. "Supersaturating" the muscles with elements in this revolutionary complex may "open the door" to new muscle growth by activating the muscle cells to respond to increased hydration within cells, which may assist in muscle cell development and gains in lean or fat-free mass.
Next, Potentin contains critical "nutrient-driving" elements, which may increase the activity of existing creatine-specific proteins in muscle cells. Using this compound may help "revolve the door" by potentiating or boosting the effects of Phosphitol and transporting its primary components into the muscle cells, to store them there and promote muscle cell volume.
$79:95
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The
Whey
Do
you have a slow metabolism? Do you carry extra weight around
the waist? Do you want lean muscle mass? Do you follow a high
protein low carbohydrate diet? Are you 'cutting up' for competition?
Are you a vegetarian? Do you find it hard to get enough protein
from your diet? Do you want a product that is high protein
but still tastes great?
THE WHEY is designed to meet the requirements of athletes,
slow metabolism types or followers of a high protein diet,
and is perfect for both males and females.
Protein
is the King
Protein is the nutrient that provides the structural building
blocks for all the tissues for your body, including lean muscle
tissue. It provides nitrogen groups for muscle protein retention
- something carbohydrates can't do. THE WHEY is 90% blend
of pure Whey Protein Isolate and Whey Protein Concentrate.
Lean Mass and Cutting Up
Some weight trainers have already achieved the Mass Gain they
want and now want to 'cut up'. Competitive bodybuilders approaching
the last few weeks want to cut down on carbohydrates. THE
WHEY can assist.
Vegetarians
Vegetarians often find it hard to get enough protein in their
diets; a daily drink of THE WHEY with its blend of Whey Protein
Isolate and Concentrate can assist here too.
Tastes
Great
THE WHEY is 90% protein and has only 1.4g of carbohydrates
per serve. Most high protein powders have a taste issue, because
it's difficult to make them taste ok without some carbohydrates!
Years of careful research and formulation at Musashi has produced
a genuinely great tasting product, but with the inclusion
of the absolute minimum amount of carbohydrates.
Undenatured = Easy to Digest
You may have found that some other protein powders can cause
stomach discomfort, bloating and flatulence. This is because
the digestive enzymes are unable to break down the complex
and poorly processed protein chains and lactose, which then
pass down through the digestive tract to be broken down by
bacteria.
The
Instantised Whey Protein Isolate used in THE WHEY is a soluble,
spray-dried product manufactured using the latest ultrafiltration
and cross-flow microfiltration technology. It then has been
surface coated with soy lecithin to aid dispersibility and
solubility.
This process filters out denatured protein, providing a product
that is low in fat and high in quality whey proteins. This
preserves the glycomacropeptides (GMP) that enhance immune
function.
Improved Immune Function
Undenatured whey protein, which is found in THE WHEY, has
been recognized by the medical community for improving immune
system function and detoxification. Whey Proteins aid in the
replenishment of Glutathione, which effectively enhances the
body's immune response, and studies have shown depleted levels
of glutathione are associated with enhanced toxicity and a
weakened immune system.
Weakened immune function results in time off training due
to flu and viruses. Heavy training loads can create an 'Overtraining
Syndrome' effect with resultant lack of muscle gains. These
training loads also increase free radical formation and tissue
damage. By enhancing antioxidant production in the body; whey
proteins can protect your body against this oxidative damage.
High in Glutamine Peptides and BCAA'S
These two factors are the two fundamental muscle-building
and recovery nutrients.
The
Whey 1.75 kg $79:95
The Whey 3.75kg $155:00
Designer
Whey
#1 selling... #1 tasting...
#1 protein for lean muscle mass.
Designer Whey™ is a pure whey protein powder and the best-selling product from Next Proteins International, America's Protein Supplement Specialist.
Designer Whey first became available in 1993. But this was not until we invested over 1500 days (or 4 years) of research into this product. In fact, during these 4 years, hardly a week went by when we didn't learn some new extraordinary fact about protein and how it can improve everyone's health, muscles, hormones, skin, etc...
We Wanted to Get it Right. Because We Know
You Wouldn't Want to Put Anything Less Than Ideal in Your Body.
...We Know We Wouldn't!
Over 10 years later, we still continue to make improvements to Designer Whey. Designer Whey is a complete protein with all the essential and non-essential amino acids. In fact, Designer Whey exceeds the World Health Organization reference standard by more than 150%!!!
The dedication of our Research & Development Team to continuous and never-ending improvements paid off in 1999, when scientists at Next Proteins International developed a patent-pending breakthrough in protein science. Called Active Peptide Transport™, this discovery promises faster and more efficient delivery of whey peptides to the muscles. Active Peptide Transport™ is now formulated into every jar of Designer Whey.
Designer Whey is made with only the highest-quality, Grade-A, All-American whey protein at a Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) certified manufacturer.
Now Designer Whey gives protein enthusiasts like you Gold Medal Taste with a new patent-pending breakthrough - Active Peptide Transport™. Designer Whey is clinically tested and university-researched containing only the highest quality All American Grade A whey protein. Designer Whey makes it easy to add quality protein into your daily food intake.
Designer Whey 908g $55:00
Designer Whey 2.27kg $89:95
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WHAT'S
THE GOSS?
Gossip
is sourced from various sites such as muscletime.com, getbig.com,
nuclearnutrition.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. In
the past month the ute has been at Sellicks Beach, Adelaide International
Raceway, and in the Adelaide hills, so I do get around.
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.
This
Months Hot Car.
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Aussie
Muscle employee Sean, and his Skyline R32 GTST
The Trim Trolley. Really.
If you're going to buy a grocery cart full of Tim Tams and Coke, you might as well burn a few extra calories while doing it, right? That seems to be the idea behind the Trim Trolley, a shopping cart that tracks the amount of calories the pusher is burning through a sensor on the handle bar.
And it builds muscle too! That's right, the Trim Trolley has a resistance wheel that makes it hard to push! Resistance is adjustable on a scale from 1 to 10.
The carts debuted in Tesco stores last week, the largest supermarket chain in London. Will regular people choose to use a harder-to-push cart? We kinda doubt it.
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Hotels for Cardio Junkies
The Hilton hotel chain in the US is now offering "fitness guest rooms" that come with an in-room treadmill. The cost? About 15 bucks over the standard rate.
We asked Hilton how much it would cost over the standard rate to get that skinny hoochie Paris sent up to the room, but they hung up on us. Bastards.
Yeah, But Does It Make You Go Faster?
If you're a runner, this is going to be interesting. If you're a geek, you'll like it a lot. If you're a geek who runs, you just might spontaneously combust.
This new running shoe from Adidas contains an internal sensor and a 20-megahertz microprocessor. Supposedly, the thing actually takes readings and adjusts the amount of cushioning and shape of the shoe depending on the type of surface on which you run. Now if they can only make one that accesses muscle imbalances and estimates 1 RM's when you squat.
The "Adidas 1" shoes will run about $250 and require a battery change every 100 hours, just like Sean's new high tech inflatable girlfriend.
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Only in America Dept.
Last month, the Arizona House voted to allow possession of guns in bars and restaurants.
Liquor and handguns. Sure, they go together like nitroglycerine and trampolines; babies and razor blades; and rotary saws and exposed male genitalia.
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Hungarian Pro Invitational Final Results
June 5th 2004.
Final Placings
1. Pavol Jablonicky - Czech Republic
2. Darrem Charles - Trinidad and Tobago
3. Jaroslav Horvath - Slovakia
4. Melvin Anthony - USA
5. Johnny Jackson - USA
Pavol,
Darrem, Jaroslav
Check
out flexonline.com for more pictures
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