Category Archives: Resistance Training

Gamma Oryzanol and Muscle Strength

Posted on November 6, 2024 by Robert Barrington

Gamma oryzanol is a group of compounds extracted from rice bran (Oryza sativa) oil. The compounds forming gamma oryzanol are a number of ferulic acid esters of both phytosterols and terpenoids including cycloartenyl ferulate (oryzanol A), 24-Methylenecycloartanyl ferulate (oryzanol C) … Continue reading →

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Testosterone Release and Age

Posted on November 1, 2024 by Robert Barrington

Age is a significant determining factor in testosterone release. Before puberty the concentrations of testosterone are low as would be expected. After this time there is a small increase in levels in females, but a large increase in males. This … Continue reading →

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Testosterone Release, Resistance Training and The Number of Sets

Posted on October 31, 2024 by Robert Barrington

Testosterone is released following exercise, but the amount released depends largely on the type of exercise employed. Generally resistance training results in higher amounts of testosterone produced compared to other forms of exercise. The number of sets undertaken within that … Continue reading →

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Testosterone Release and Exercise Intensity

Posted on October 30, 2024 by Robert Barrington

Testosterone can be increased through resistance training as well as other exercise. However, the exact reaction of the metabolism of the individual depends on the type of exercise performed. Exercise intensity is defined as the amount of force exerted by … Continue reading →

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Testosterone: Production and Release

Posted on September 9, 2024 by Robert Barrington

Maintaining optimal testosterone (17b-hydroxy-4-androstene-3-one) levels is not only important as a means of maintaining adequate muscle mass, but is also related to health and well being. This is true for both men and women, although the levels of testosterone in … Continue reading →

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Pea Protein and Post-Exercise Muscle Damage

Posted on November 28, 2023 by Robert Barrington

Post-exercise protein may significantly reduce the damage to skeletal muscle following intense exercise. When compared to a placebo, most proteins seem to have a beneficial effect, with only small differences existing between the type of proteins. This makes sense because … Continue reading →

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Pea Protein for Resistance Training

Posted on November 24, 2023 by Robert Barrington

Leguminous seeds (pulses) are a rich source of amino acids, although they are low in the essential amino acid methionine. However, supplements of pea protein are available and they are sold as beneficial at causing muscle growth following resistance training. … Continue reading →

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Glutamine as a Sports Supplement

Posted on October 5, 2023 by Robert Barrington

Glutamine is an amino acid that may have some benefits when taken as a supplement. The prolonged physical activity that typifies exercise causes an increased requirement for nutrients that support muscle function, and glutamine may fulfill that role. Prolonged exercise … Continue reading →

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L-Glutamine for Strength in the Elderly

Posted on September 11, 2023 by Robert Barrington

L-glutamine is a non-essential amino acid that has a number of functions in humans. In particular L-glutamine is associated with improved glycaemic control, reduced oxidative stress and improvements in muscle mass. The latter perhaps is experienced because L-glutamine may have … Continue reading →

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Does HMB Raise Testosterone Levels?

Posted on July 28, 2023 by Robert Barrington

Beta-hydroxy beta-methylbutyrate (HMB) is a metabolite of the essential and branched chain amino acid, leucine. HMB has become popular amongst strength athletes because evidence suggests that it can increase lean body mass. The mechanisms for this are not fully understood, … Continue reading →

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