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Calorie Restriction and Intermittent Fasting for the Serious Trainee

March 2nd, 2010 · 2 Comments

<TMC Note> This is the 2nd article from Michael Cernovich on CR and IF.  We believe you should incorporate this type of approach for immediate fat loss and physique improvement results.
I.  Introduction to Calorie Restriction and Intermittent Fasting
The science is clear: Calorie Restriction extends life and improves health.  A person following a CR way of [...]

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Tags: Advice and Recommendations · Dieting and Bodyfat Loss · Nutrition

Check Out “Search the Muscle Couple” Keyword Search

February 14th, 2010 · No Comments

The Muscle Couple has finally installed a Key Word Search function on the top right of the website.

We would encourage many of our newer readers to play around with the tool by searching by topic.
There is a wide range of articles already written about supplements, protein, training, fat loss and numerous other subjects.
Check it out [...]

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Tags: Advice and Recommendations

Genesis of a Female Fitness Competitor Update: 12 Weeks from Her First Show!

February 11th, 2010 · 2 Comments

The Muscle Couple just received an update from Amanda.    All of her hard work and efforts are really coming together now.  She is only 12 weeks from her first show!
Here is her update in her own words:
I’m 12 weeks out and have started my show preparations. I’m so excited! My show’s near enough that it’s [...]

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Tags: Advice and Recommendations · Dieting and Bodyfat Loss · Nutrition · Supplementation · Training

Caloric Restriction and Intermittent Fasting

February 9th, 2010 · 1 Comment

The Muscle Couple is introducing our first guest writer.
Michael Cernovich is a very close friend of ours.  Mike has a widely read legal blog Crime and Federalism he’s been writing for years.  He also has a profound interest in Life Extension topics.  Mike is incredibly knowledgeable about the latest and greatest from the Life Extension [...]

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Tags: Advice and Recommendations · Dieting and Bodyfat Loss · Nutrition · Supplementation

TMC Product Review: Chocolate Peanut Butter Casein Protein

February 3rd, 2010 · No Comments

The Muscle Couple has been using this new Optimum Nutrition 100% Casein Protein flavor for about 3 weeks now.

We love it!
It tastes great and is perfect with a tablespoon of peanut butter blended together right before bed.
We recommend this product highly for supplemental casein protein.   For a refresher on the types of protein to consume [...]

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Tags: Advice and Recommendations · Nutrition · Protein

TMC’s Rest Pause Videos from the Current Workout

January 31st, 2010 · No Comments

Many people have been requesting some video’s of our current Rest Pause Training Program.
As requested, here are 4 recently made ones.
Assisted Dip Machine

Pull Down Machine

Standing Lateral Raise Machine

Seated Shrug Machine

Stand by for the first week update from Anh with pictures.
There appears to be a noticeable difference after only 7 days of cardio and dietary restriction.  [...]

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Tags: Advice and Recommendations · Back Exercise Videos · Chest Exercise Videos · Shoulder Exercise Videos · Training

Check It Out: Whey Protein Bread

January 28th, 2010 · 4 Comments

The Muscle Couple is always looking around at the beginning of every year for new and exciting breakthroughs in the supplement industry.
We think we found one worth mentioning.
P28 High Protein Bread
Check out the Nutritional Label and you will see the protein grams are greater than the carbs.   A big positive in our eyes.

It also lists [...]

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Tags: Advice and Recommendations · Nutrition · Protein · Supplementation

TMC’s Return of Anhski: Her Current Diet and Cardio

January 27th, 2010 · 1 Comment

The Muscle Couple is happy to see Anh motivated and excited to to get her pre-pregnancy figure back.
Here is her current:
Diet-Abs and Cardio Routine:

8AM-1 VPX Meltdown

8:30AM-Cardio for 30minutes (Stairmaster at Gold’s Gym or Stationary Bike @Home)-Moderate Intensity for first two weeks)

9AM-Protein Shake with Udo’s Oil (30gms Protein with 14gms Fat Udo’s Oil)

11:30AM-1 VPX Meltdown

11AM-Breakfast-Egg [...]

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Tags: Advice and Recommendations · Dieting and Bodyfat Loss · The Life and Family of the Muscle Couple · The Muscle Couple Photos

Focus on Your Priorities

January 21st, 2010 · 1 Comment

The Muscle Couple is working on some really good blog material right now.
We are set to launch Anh’s return to “Fitness Model” condition on Monday of next week.   We’ll be outlining everything she will be doing including:

Diet
Supplements
Skin lotions/creams
Cardio
Resistance Training
Pictures
Videos

For now TMC is dealing with the uncertainties of life first hand.   Dealing with them is actually [...]

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Tags: Advice and Recommendations · The Life and Family of the Muscle Couple · The Muscle Couple Photos

“The Little Things”

January 19th, 2010 · No Comments

We’ve all heard it so many times in our life, but it truly bears repeating and remembering especially when it comes to spending time in the gym.
“You Learn Something New Everyday”

While training with Greg the last 5 weeks, I have learned much from him.   Hand spacing, better technique, holding muscles in contracted position longer, [...]

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Tags: Advice and Recommendations · Soapbox