Sep 30, 2011

Research is mounting on the anabolic effects of brassinosteroids. I first saw these compounds discussed on Ergo-Log.com (check it out if you haven’t already), but a new(er) study has claimed that brassinosteroids may mimic the effects of anabolic steroids with less side effects. Homobrassinolide, found in the mustard plant, boosts muscle mass along by both...

Sep 29, 2011

I do quite a bit of research into herbs that might have potential in the nutritional market, although I don’t always write about them immediately. And generally I like to experiment with them before I put a lengthy article out there. But although I haven’t gotten a chance to experiment with Boussingaultia gracilis, I think it’s worth...

Sep 27, 2011

While they’re millions of dollars in debt with a stock that is barely worth pennies, and self-admittedly worried about the continued existence of their company, MusclePharm has made the decision to purchase Rampage Jackson a new Lamborghini . I’m not entirely sure what their strategy is here, but Rampage let the cat out of the bag in his post fight...

Sep 27, 2011

A 2010 study performed at the University of Memphis by Bloomer et al. examined the effects of nitric oxide boosting supplements on hemodynamics in trained bodybuilders, specifically focusing on the so-called “pump” that people claim is increased by nitrate based supplements. The study showed no statistically different measurements in post-training arm...

Sep 26, 2011

Scott Lofquist, a Crossfit coach, pilates instructor, group fitness teacher, and co-founder of a Crossfit box in Kansas, was indicted last week for allegedly conspiring with a Maryland doctor to sell over $1.3 million worth of anabolic steroids. He’s a 51 year old former Olympic athlete who also  runs local area fitness bootcamps. Bootcamps are big in the...