IFBB Bikini Pro Ashlyn Brown discusses: bodybuilding, training, nutrition, staying in track in lock down, and of course Project AD
Posted By ProjectAD on May 4, 2020
Project AD front man Alex Frekey sits down with IFBB Bikini Pro And Project AD Athlete Ashlyn Brown to discuss, bodybuilding, training, nutrition, staying in track in lock down, and of course Project AD!
IFBB Pro Brad Rowe – Training, 10 Weeks Out From The Arnold Brazil
Posted By Brad Rowe on February 17, 2020
IFBB Pro Brad Rowe – Training, 10 Weeks Out From The Arnold Brazil : Brad discusses his training regime and how he incorporates AD’s Raging Full and Aminotaur into his schedule. Do You Have The AD Gene https://www.ProjectAD.me https://farm.projectAD.me Be part of it and #JoinTheHerd
Are you sure you don’t have time? Or are you making excuses?
Posted By Dominick Cardone on January 22, 2020
As a coach, I have been fortunate to work with people of all walks of life. Military, first responders, business owners, labor workers, stay at home parents, people in school, working multiple jobs and much more. With that being said, I have been able to see how busy people truly are and how much they …
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The Cost of Competition with Mason Goodman
Posted By ProjectAD on January 20, 2020
The physical costs associated with Powerlifting are discussed regularly. How gruelling training is, the aches and pains you will face, and the mentality needed to succeed in the sport. What’s not talked about as often is how much cash a person should expect to spend preparing for their first meet. From the outside looking in …
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All Gas No Breaks with Brad Rowe
Posted By Brad Rowe on January 15, 2020
Ok so we hear the motto “All Gas No Breaks” all the time. Essentially it means you’re grinding away 24/7 to reach all aspirations in life. There are two camps out there. One that supports this theory and ones that think you need both a mental and a physical break at times in order to …
Let’s talk CONFIDENCE, with Stef Nadine
Posted By Stefanie Nadine on December 17, 2019
Now I am by no means the most confident person! I grew up very shy and quiet and I still can be to a degree in certain social situations! (I’m an introvert, always have been always will be!). But I would definitely say that I am more confident than I used to be and it …
Should you hire a coach?
Posted By Dominick Cardone on December 17, 2019
So no body really discusses if you “need” a coach per say. To be honest, with years of experience of seeing so many different clients and learning their length of knowledge. I honestly feel most can benefit from a coach. There is way to much false information online. As well as so much different information, …
Going Nutz For A Better Body
Posted By Brad Rowe on December 16, 2019
With the new year ringing in, one of the number one goals for most is to get in better shape. Gym memberships boom, online coaches and personal trainers thrive, and supplement companies push thermogenic like the ice age is upon us. People step into gyms and get up early and go for jogs or even …
Burning Out – Don’t Be Afraid to Recharge
Posted By ProjectAD on December 16, 2019
Every athlete knows how to push themselves. More important than knowing how to push yourself is knowing when to hit the breaks, and slow down. Im learning this myself first hand. Let me explain how I was burning myself out without realizing it. I had spent almost 2 years running myself into the ground. End …
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Being The Best Supporter That You Can Be With Emily Waite
Posted By ProjectAD on December 3, 2019
BEING THE BEST SUPPORTER THAT YOU CAN BE Being in a house where someone is getting ready for a show it takes EVERYONE’S support to be fully successful. Not having the support of one person can have such a negative impact on an athlete not only mentally but physically. I’m not saying it’s imposable to …
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Prepping For Thanksgiving
Posted By ProjectAD on November 27, 2019
The last Thursday of this month is Thanksgiving. A word that is synonymous with four letters, FOOD. It is no secret that Thanksgiving for most is a day of guiltless gluttony with family and friends. For most they don’t even hesitate to eat their fill of pies, stuffings, and dressings. If you’re someone who’s a …
Organ Health – The Real Performance Supplement
Posted By Brad Rowe on November 18, 2019
I get questions non stop by seasoned competitors and newbies alike. What’s the best supplement on the market to help…blah blah blah blah. My answers usually shock them. First and foremost the best thing you can do for your body for whatever the goals may be is to eat a healthy diet according to those …
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Fitness and Family with Emily Waite
Posted By ProjectAD on November 1, 2019
Bodybuilding can be a selfish sport. Having a family and being all in in fitness can be challenging. In the end, Family will come first. This doesn’t mean you can’t get to your end goal. If you’ve put that in your head, that you won’t reach your goal, you’ve already lost. When you want something …
What weight? Ideal bodyweight and health by Sarah Sweeney
Posted By Sarah Sweeney on October 21, 2019
When people begin a weight loss journey, it makes sense that they place a heavy emphasis on the number they see on the scale. It’s easy to measure, it’s easy to track, and it makes it very salient whether you’re making progress toward the ideal body weight you’ve set for yourself. So, what’s …
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Goal Setting with Stef Nadine
Posted By Stefanie Nadine on October 21, 2019
Why should we set goals for ourselves? To keep us accountable and motivated! It is important to set ourselves both long term and short term goals. Long term goals will of course take us much longer to achieve, so in order us to stay motivated we should also set ourselves smaller goals to work towards. …
Traveling and Bodybuilding
Posted By Brad Rowe on October 17, 2019
One of the biggest questions I get from peers and up and comers is how do you travel with your food and supplements. As we all know the grind never stops and in life we often have to travel for things aside from vacations. I have perfected the travel and food issues…… I just fast …
How to avoid burnout – Taking care of your mental as well as physical health
Posted By Melissa Bumstead on September 24, 2019
We always hear about physical recovery. We are sure to get enough nutrients, take the right supplements, take rest days off the gym, we even go see massage therapists, chiropractors, physiotherapists (and the list goes one) to make sure our bodies are staying healthy. But what about our minds? How can we make sure we …
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Putting it into Perspective By Rob Kresnicka
Posted By ProjectAD on September 23, 2019
I will be the first to admit it: I don’t have competition experience. I won’t be the one to tell people how to prep for a show or how to stay in shape and be ready for the stage. That isn’t where I have a lot of experience. What I do have plenty of experience …
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BE YOURSELF: Not who social medial says you should be!
Posted By ProjectAD on September 18, 2019
Land of the selfie, home of the cliche. Thatʼs what a vast majority of social media has become. It doesnʼt take long to scroll through an Instagram feed and notice how similar and almost dogmatic most post are. Iʼd like to preface this saying I too have been guilty of being drawn into the trap …
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Body Image And How It Hinders Progress
Posted By Brad Rowe on September 18, 2019
Are you a perma-bulker or a perma-shredder? For some in the industry it’s all about chasing those gains, others prefer to be lean and mean year round. Both can have severe hindrance to your big picture goals. The perma-bulker, is always worried about looking big and round year round. While adding some beef is certainly …
STOP SABOTAGING YOURSELF
Posted By ProjectAD on September 6, 2019
Comparing your life to another is one of the worst things your can do to yourself. When you compare yourself to others you’re pretty much setting up for self-destruction. Everyone lives a different life. We all have had different experiences, prioritize our obligations differently, and are in different spots in our lives. In bodybuilding it’s …
Binge Eating After Contest? Good Idea?
Posted By Dominick Cardone on September 5, 2019
Im not Mr. Perfect….after my first show, I put almost 30lb’s on in a week. I learned my lesson to say the least… I see on social media people going all out for days after the show eating non stop. People do not realize how detrimental this can be, and I’m not talking physique wise. …
Brad Rowe: Possiblity Of Life Without The Stage
Posted By Brad Rowe on August 16, 2019
What is your why? Why do you compete? Why do you enjoy not living a “normal” life being able to be social, eat whatever you desire, have drinks with friends? My why….. it’s a bit complicated but I have always had a drive to be great and to be different. Being “normal” in my mind …
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Not seeing the progress you were expecting?
Posted By Stefanie Nadine on August 14, 2019
Not seeing the progress you were expecting? Here are some typical rookie errors that can hinder your progression without you realising. Hidden calories. It’s very easy to consume more calories than you should be without really noticing, especially when it comes to liquids. For example the sauces that you add to your meals could be …
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Alcohol and Body Composition
Posted By Sarah Sweeney on August 13, 2019
Alcohol and Body Composition Are we getting drinks or DRANKS? Are we drinking ourselves out of achieving our health and fitness goals? Many people enjoy its sedating influence and it does play a vital role in many of society’s traditions and practices. But, one effect alcohol has, which is not widely discussed, is its impact …
To Compete or Not To Compete… Setting yourself up for success!
Posted By ProjectAD on July 25, 2019
Sometimes you just know when to pursue a goal or take a break when it’s the right time. This past year I prepped for the New York Pro and had a smooth season under the guidance of IFBB Pro Dominick Cardone. Workouts were great, nutrition and cardio were on point every day for 20 weeks …
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7 TIPS TO DECLUTTER YOU LIFE by Emily Waite
Posted By ProjectAD on July 22, 2019
We often find ourselves overwhelmed with tasks and responsibilities but yet we keep piling on more to do. It’s no wonder we’re so exhausted or stressed out. Sometimes it’s best to just step back and look at the big picture. What is it that you’re trying to accomplish? Is what you’re doing going to get …
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Longevity with IFBB Pro Jamie Do Rego
Posted By Jamie Do Rego on July 18, 2019
As bodybuilders we have to understand the importance of longevity and health, we need to ensure our body is kept as healthy as possible in order for it to function optimally. I personally recommend getting blood work done after every prep and before starting a prep. This is my personal approach to ensure the body …
Bodybuilding Knowledge Bites With IFBB Pro Dom Cardone
Posted By Dominick Cardone on July 16, 2019
1. Can you bypass bad genetics? – A common question is, “Do you think I have the genetics to go far?”. This isn’t an easy question to answer. The first thing that I usually say is, I don’t know what your ability to put on muscle is. Do you have the ability to continually adding …
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Don’t Stress About it: Why freaking out is making you fat …
Posted By Sarah Sweeney on July 12, 2019
For most of us, stress is a fact of life. Unfortunately, research reveals that it’s also a fact of fat. Even if you usually eat well and exercise, chronic high stress can prevent you from losing weight—or even add pounds. Here’s what happens: Your body responds to all stress in the same way. Every time you …
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