Body Myths

Muscle.........................? Whats the difference between lean muscle and none lean muscle, is lean muscle just more concentrated, does the none lean muscle have more fat in it, does muscle have fat in it?

muscle???????? how long will it take for me to get more upper body muscle. if i do push ups & pull ups every day and how many should i have to do per time???

What muscle in your body is not used that can be removed and used to replace damaged muscles? You stop using this muscle when you stand on two legs and start walking. It is useless in you body after that and can be used to fix damaged muscles. For my A&P class.

What is happening to a muscle when you are pushing or pulling on an immoveable object? What is happening to a muscle when you are pushing or pulling on an immoveable object? A. The muscle is lengthening as in eccentric contraction B. A concentric contraction is when your muscle is producing more force than the resistance you are using C. The muscle is neither lengthening nor shorting as in an isometric contraction D. An isometric contraction occurs when there is a contraction of the muscle, but there is no movement

How much Muscle in pounds can you build with bodyweight exercises? I want a rough estimate to how many pounds of muscle can I build with just bodyweight exercises if you are weak to start off with them. I am overweight and I'm planning on building some muscle and losing fat from bodyweight exercises.Will I be able to get abs and a defined, muscular body just by doing bodyweight exercises?When I say defined, muscular body, I'm thinking maybe 25% of the muscle Arnold Schwarzenegger had when he was bodybuilding.

How long does it take the body to develop one pound of muscle? I recently bought one of those scales that measure body fat % along with body weight & muscle weigt via a light electric current sent though the body. I am pretty certain it is accurate b/c it is in line with the calpers test two trainers did on me. What my question is, is how long does it take the body to gain muscle? I realize that you cant turn fat into muscle, but that you have to burn fat and the muscle will reveal it's self, However I want to gain muscle over all. I am curious as to how long it will take to gain one pound of muscle in the body. B/c I really cant afford to lose to much muscle (only 94lbs of muscle) And my trainer said that you will loose some muscle initially while losing fat. So I want to bulk up a little so I dont lose to much muscle. Any input is much appreciated.

What muscle workouts can build muscles used in running? I'm an athlete and I'm getting a gym membership this winter. Are there specific leg workouts I can do to improve certain aspects of my running, such as explosion and long distance stamina? Any insight into specific muscle workouts and what part of running they help with would be appreciated.

What muscle contributes to throwing a football farther? Im just wondering what muscle is the main one to throw a football really far. I heard from my friend that its your shoulder muscles. I am much stronger than my friend but he can throw the ball farther. Whaz up with that?

What other muscle group would you recommend training with the abs on a given day? I tend to isolate two muscle groups per training session. What other muscle should I train when I work my abs? Also, is it better to work your abs at the start, middle or end of an intense workout?

What facial muscle is involved in pulling the corners of the mouth inward, as though to whistle? The name of the muscle please. I am trying to cataloge all the muscles involved in a flute embouchure (man there are a lot), but I can't find the one that draws the corners of the mouth in. I put this in medicine because i figured that's were the anatomy people would be lurking.

How do I get muscle shape and muscle intensity? I weigh about 108 pounds and about 5 foot 1 and I've been working out everyday for about a couple of months, but I can't get my muscles to shape. What do I need to do? And also, what is the bst way to get muscle intensity?

How does delayed onset muscle soreness work? Delayed onset muscle soreness. Is it a sign or something that the muscle experiencing it is becoming stronger? Anyway, i heard if you do warm ups before some strenuous exercise it'll be reduced. But does that actually reduce muscle fitness gained? Oh yes, are push ups eccentric or concentric contractions?

How much muscle could i gain over the summer? I am 16 years old. 5ft10 and 142lbs. I have never really done any serious workouts before. I want to get bigger over the summer. I was wondering if i worked hard how much muscle i could gain by summer's end. What exercises should i do? How many times? And any other tips that would help me gain muscle fast. Thanks!

What is the name of the muscle in the middle upper part of glutes? I hurt a muscle and it is located about one inch from the top of the "seperation" of my glute muscles. It's swollen and it hurts to sit back in a chair. What is the name of that muscle and is it considered a part of gluteous maximus muscles?

How can I reduce muscle pain so I can perform like Lance Armstrong? Lance's muscles don't hurt when he pushes them to the limit, like normal people's muscles do - that's why he owned everyone at the Tour de France. So short of changing my DNA, is there a way to reduce this natural muscle pain?

What causes the muscle over a horses eye to get sunk in? I have heard that the muscle above a horses eye starts to sink in when their teath are not floated correctly. Is this the cause? What else will cause the sunken muscle? Is there a way to correct it?

How to maintain muscle tone but keep testosterone levels low? Hi there, I'm a young male and have been doing resistance training for a few years. However, I'm reading that weight training can increase testosterone (and maybe DHT) production in the body, which is a good thing for the bodybuilder since it reduces bodyfat and helps build muscle, but is a bad thing for those concerned with cholestrol levels, cancer, and/or hair loss. My question is, are there resistance training methods (ie: low intensity, high-rep workouts, adding cardio to your workouts, etc) that would not stimulate the production of testosterone? Is it true that cardio helps lower testosterone levels? Basically, I want to maintain my muscle tone but keep those testosterone levels low. Is that possible? Thank you very much, all suggestions are appreciated

How do you gain more muscle when you have a hard gaining weight? Im a skinny guy that can only gain weight by gaining muscle by going to the gym. Ive tried eating more but my metabolism just burns it off. I eat healthy (Boneless chicken breasts, vegetables etc) and have started going to the gym regularly again. Im slowly gaining muscle, but its so hard to actually add on muscle and weight, any thoughts?

How to maintain muscle if I have limited time to work out? I'm happy with how much muscle I currently have, the thing is that I'm working a 40 hour + job and going to college, so I only have one day I can truely work out. Can I maintain my current muscle size and strength by eating right and only fully working out once a week, also with a push up and sit up routine three times a week? I'll be drinking a protein shake of course

How do i determine my muscle fiber make up between fast and slow twitch muscles? I am running track this year, but havent decided between sprints or distance. Ive been told that muscle makeup can give one an advantage(sprinters use fast twitch, distance runners, slow twitch). Is there any way to determine which muscles I have more of? Do i need to get a biopsy?

How can a muscle cell continue to produce ATP in the absence of mitochondria? A child is born with a rare disease in which mitochondria are missing from skeletal muscle cells, however, the muscles still function. A. They can still do the citric acid cycle; they just can't do the electron transport chain. B.They can still do lactic acid fermentation instead of cellular respiration. C.They can still do alcohol fermentation instead of cellular respiration. D.All of the above are true. The first part there is the description of the answer. I'm stuck on this.

What is the most crucial muscle for a jumper? I want to do the high jump for track so i need to learn a little bit. I know jumping actively uses almost every muscle in your body but isn't there a single muscle or maybe a group of muscles that really plays a big part in your jump?

What muscle are you supposed to use in ballet? When holding out your leg to the front or side. You should be using your core, of course, but what other muscle should be activated when your leg is to the devonte or a la seconde?

What is the difference between bulky muscle and toned muscle? What does bulky muscle mean? What does toned muscles mean? What are the difference and which one looks more appealing on men. Is there a separate workout for each of them.

What muscle building product can I take to go along with a strong running routine? I run at least 4 miles a day, at least 4 times per week. Occassionally I hit the Bow Flex, but primarily I'm a runner. Is there any legal product that I can take to help me build muscle AND won't give me serious diarreah?

What muscle do girls find most attractive on a guy? Hey i asked this like a year ago and most people said there dick, im asking what muscle on their body besides their dick lol. Thanks.

What muscle building supplements work best? I'm using "Creatine" and its not giving me much results please let me know about a good muscle building supplement that is effective.

What muscle building techniques actually work? I want to know what muscle building supplements (if any) work. I go to the gym four days a week, because that's all i can go, and haven't seen any changes. I don't want to lose weight, i want to gain it. Anyone have any tips?

How many days should I wait before reworking a muscle? I'm trying to get more size by working out some of my main muscles, such as the chest, back, biceps, triceps, legs, and shoulders. For EACH of these muscles, I have 3 or 4 exercises. If I workout one of the muscles with the 3-4 exercises one day, how many days should I wait before working out that muscle with the same 3-4 exercises again? Someone told me to go every other day and someone else told me to do it once a week. Who's right? I'm trying to figure out how much rest is necessary to maximize muscle growth. I usually try to lift intensely based on my current size. Thanks!

What muscle groups should I work out together for the most effective workout? I'm a 25 year old fit female who works out on a regular basis. However, I'm not sure what muscle groups I should be working out together and on what days? I want to make my workouts as effective as they can possibly be. For example, should I be doing chest and back on the same day? I have been, but I have a feeling that's not correct! Help!

What muscle groups are most important to work out in martial arts and how do you condition them? I know that abs are probably the single most important group because of the use of the core in most, if not all, martial arts moves. I've heard that the forearms are very important to develop too. But what other muscle groups are priority? I know that it's different than a lot of other sports conditioning. Tiredofit, your answer was immature and unnecessary. Don't waste my or anyone else's time with your childish prattling and foolishness.

What can I do to retain my built muscle and run intensly to build cardiovascular endurance? I plan on going to the Air Force Academy in 3 years (I'm almost a sophmore) and I want to practice my cardiovascular endurance (after I'm done gaining my muscle for the tests), but I want to keep that muscle so I can do well on both parts of the tests. What do I need to eat/do to make sure that my body doesn't eat up my muscles while I'm training for my cardio tests? Examples of cardio tests would include the 600 yrd run in 2:30-3:00 minutes, and the 1.5 mile run in 8:30 (my goal). NOTE: I'm not done building muscle, I just want to know this for the future in case I have to modify something now.

What is a good rate for someone trying to gain muscle? One pound a month of solid muscle? I weigh 190 right now and am working towards 175. After that I want to gain muscle up to 205. I know its going to be a long process and I know that I'll be burning fat and gaining muscle at the same time. I figured a good rate would be one pound of solid muscle a month. Is that hard to do? I'll be running 3 days a week and working out muscles everyday with a high protein and high calorie diet. Any tips too?

How much muscle mass can I expect to gain with creatine? I'll be using 1000g of GNC's brand of Creatine Monohydrate. Assume I will use all my potential in the gym, do proper workouts, take the creatine when it's best, and of course drink a lot of water. How many pounds of muscle will I be able to gain? I'll also be consuming 1g of protein for every pound on my body. Any estimates? Thanks! Any tips are appreciated.

What's the difference between lean muscle and bulky muscle? It's very common to hear... "More reps with less weight leads to leaner muscle." and "Less reps with more weight leads to bulky muscle." What does this mean?

How many pounds of muscle can i possibly build with no extra body fat in 3 months? i want to know how many pounds of muscle i can possibly build in 3 months with no extra body fat. i lift weights and then go swim for an hour for cardio.swimming builds muscle and also burns fat right??what else do you recommend i do to add muscle mass but no extra body fat.also muscle burns body fat right? so how many pounds of muscle do i need to build to lose 1% body fat. thnx for all your help.

How much muscle mass do I need to put on to be a good forward in soccer? At 5'11, 160 lbs, 11% bodyfat I think I'm to small. Most forwards you see in the Premiership are either tall (6'1-6'2) and built or small (5'8-5'9) and solid. I need to bulk up but don't want to lose any speed or agility so how much muscle should I put on?

What is the strongest muscle in the human body? I've heard different muscles, I've heard people say that it's the tongue, I've heard the hamstrings, I've heard also the gluteus maximus(butt)? Which muscle is the strongest in the human body?

What are the best supplements to build muscle and lose fat? I just want to start working out to lose some weight and gain some muscle. What supplements are best for this? Like anything that will boost metabolism, lessen the burning in muscles while working out, anything that will build muscle? Just need a few tips on it because I'm new to this. Thanks alot!

How can I get muscle without lifting weights? My main goalds are training and gaining muscle, strength, and endurance. How can I get some muscle mass without using weights. I dont want muscle like bodybuilders and my muscles dont have to be cut either. I want muscles like a fighter.

What is the difference between muscle strength and muscle endurance? what is the difference between muscle endurance and muscle strength? can you give me an example of it? how do you build muscle endurance and how do you build muscle strength?

What is causing my father muscle pains upon waking up in the morning? My father complains of bad muscle pain when he wakes up in the morning. The muscles on the whole side of his body which he has been sleeping on ache. Everything else feels fine. They only start to hurt after he has woken up and starts to move around, not during the night. What could be causing this, and what can be done? He is 55; does not smoke, is at a normal weight, and is in very good health (although we tell him he doesn't eat enough). Again, only the side of his body which he has been sleeping on hurts.

How fast would i gain muscle under these conditions? I am 16. I read that you rebuild lost muscle much faster than building new muscle that you never had before. I lost a lot of muscle due to under eating on a diet while doing a lot of cardio. How fast should i rebuild the lost muscle if i start working out? Would it be realistic of me to gain (as a beginner) 3 pounds of muscle a month?

What muscle provides the upward force in a push-up? I know that push-ups use just about every muscle in the upper body at least a little bit, but I've been working out for a while now and I'm still having trouble doing a lot of push-ups. So my question is what muscle gives the upward force when you are pushing from the bottom up. I would like to know so i can independently train that muscle.

How severe is pulling a muscle in your neck? I learned that I pulled a muscle in my neck and while my own pain has fluctuated from minimal to very severe, I wanted to know how bad pulling a muscle in your neck actually is? Should it be this painful or am I unknowingly overreacting? Does it vary significantly? Thanks!

How long does it take to build a 1lb of muscle? I just started working out, I have kept my caloric intake the same amount as usual but I have shifted it to more protein. I am eating 1g of protein per pound of body weight. I was curious on how long does it take to gain muscle. I weigh 150 lbs, I am 5'11'' And if I want to build muscle will I have to consume more calories than I am now or will I just need to eat more protein, since protein is the only macro molecule that is used in building muscle through via amino acids as building blocks. So it makes no sense to eat more carbs or fat than I am at the moment to build muscle.

Body/Muscle Building : What is the best supplement to use for gaining weight and building muscle? I want to know from people who use body building type supplements which is the best to use for putting on weight and building muscles, there are so many to offer (Maxi-muscle, Creatine etc) and each one offers something different, just wondeirng if anyone can let me know from personal experience? I am refering to drink powders, not drugs as the bellend below seems to think.

How to gain muscle and work my very physical job? I want to gain muscle and i know i need muscle rest to grow. The problem is i work at the airport and lifting and loading bags/luggage all day 6 days a week takes a toll on my already sore muscle from the workouts. Is it possible to even gain muscle with the one day rest at hand? more calories protein anything?

How to gain muscle without losing weight? I'm thin for my age. I would like to gain arm muscles and leg muscles and stomach muscles. Not like brolic looking but just a little more fuller. I look healthy but I'm trying to gain weight. I just need ideas on what to do to gain muscle without losing weight? Any tips on gaining weight too? I also have a peanut allergy. Thank you so much!

How do some individuals build muscle much faster than others? I understand that there is a difference between genders when it comes to building muscle mass etc., but I am curious as to why and how the rate of development is different between individuals of the same gender. Exactly what happens biologically that makes two people different in the actual "creation" of muscle mass? Does metabolism build muscle? Wow...I am feeling so blonde right now. Okay, anyone have a little more description to the process by which amino acids build differently for one person than another? Or, am I wrong that that has anything to do with protein and muscle building...I feel I'm on the verge of understanding the biology behind it but I'm not quite there...

Muscle....? If you lift weights and get a lot of muscle and tone, if you stop lifting for a while will you loose it? How long does it take to start loosing your strength or tone?

muscle!?!?!? IS there anyway you can figure out the muscle in youer body?? Like how much percentage you have of muscle in your body

How can I reduce bulky muscle mass while maintaing my current activity level? As a former gymnast I was always very lean until I joined the crew team my freshman year of college and put on 16 pounds of muscle due to the heavy lifting regimen. I am still very active and dont have much body fat but I still feel too bulky with my remaining muscle mass. Any tips to get leaner legs and smaller back?

How long does it take for a pulled muscle to become ,well unpulled? Pulled a stomach muscle on Tuesday and still hurts, forgot to stretch which I should've done and I pulled this muscle doing sit up on a slanted board. How long before it stops hurting anything to make the muscle pain go quicker?

Muscle...? I am a pretty small 16 year old guy and I am really wanting to gain some weight and some muscle. I dont have an exercise machine just a bench press. I have been working out with push ups and curls for awhile now and it doesnt seem to be doing much good. I do drink a lot of soda and was wondering if it could be doing more damage then i think it is. I'm looking for some exercises that are really effective without a machine and was wondering if the soda i drink can be doing more damage then i think. Also what kinds of foods to eat and what to replace the soda with.

What is the healthiest way to lose leg muscle? I have been working out for a while and I have watched out about gaining to much muscle especially on my thighs. But due to a temporary extracurricular activity I was in I gained a lot more muscle than desired. I still want to remain fit, but should I stop working out my lower body and focus more on my upper body? But I still want to keep my firm glutts; although, I want to lose the excess muscle I gained on my legs more. What would you recommend? Thank you.....

How severe is pulling a muscle in your neck? I learned that I pulled a muscle in my neck and while my own pain has fluctuated from minimal to very severe, I wanted to know how bad pulling a muscle in your neck actually is? Should it be this painful or am I unknowingly overreacting? Does it vary significantly? Thanks!

What is the difference in whey protein and calories in gaining muscle? i know that protein is needed in gaining muscle.. but i have also heard that you need more calories than you need to gain weight in order to gain muscle... and i know that rice is carbohydrates .. now my question is do you need more than enough calories in order for the whey protein to work to gain more muscle?? like if you don't have enough calories.. but have enough whey protein, will you gain muscle..?? and vice versa?

What would happen if you depolarize the muscle membrane? You perform a laboratory experiment where you place a piece of skeletal muscle in a calcium-free medium. What would happen if you depolarize the muscle membrane? What would happen if you depolarize the somatic motor neuron innervating the muscle? Next you repeat the same experiment with a piece of smooth muscle, but this time test the muscle tissue over a much more sustained period of time. Would you get the same results as with the skeletal muscle?

What is the fastest way to build muscle? I am 17 and I want to know the fastest way I can build muscle. Im about 6'2 very skinny, weigh about 150 pounds. Whats a fast way I can build muscle for lacrosse?

How do I keep and gain muscle on a low calorie diet? I am an 18 years old,male,5'8,and 325 pounds I've been on a diet for the last 5 weeks and have lost 15 pounds.I take in 1200-1500 calories a day and lift weights 3 days a week unfortunately I've lost muscle.Does anyone have suggestions on what I can do to keep and gain muscle on a low calorie diet?

How come some people just dont seem to build muscle when weight lifting? I see many skinny guys who weight lift in foot ball for 1 year, and they say they cant build muscle I seen some guys who weight lift alot but still really skinny why? I mean if they can lift more, there had to be some muscle up grade why? What does their muscle do then?

What are the best exercises to build muscle mass? I need some exercises (preferably weight lifts) that will help build muscle mass. I need to gain more weight for football and I definitely need more muscle mass to increase that weight.

How come some people just dont seem to build muscle when weight lifting? I see many skinny guys who weight lift in foot ball for 1 year, and they say they cant build muscle I seen some guys who weight lift alot but still really skinny why? I mean if they can lift more, there had to be some muscle up grade why? What does their muscle do then?

What are good muscle toning exercises to do while pregnant? Besides walking, swimming, all of the cardio exercises, I am wanting to know some good muscle toning exercises to do as well. I know of the Kegel exercises. I know that you can pretty much do any arm/shoulder exercises with dumbells just as easy while pregnant. What about for butt and thighs? Are squats/lunges okay? How about pelvic lifts? Any other good ones that you know of?

How can I exercise to lose weight without gaining muscle? I know I'm suppose to do cardio without any resistance, but it seems like I am still gaining muscle from it. Do I need to go for a longer period of time, or should I cut back on calories so that it is impossible to gain weight? The reason why I don't want to gain muscle is because I already have some muscle and I want to look thinner not bigger!

What is the muscle that holds off ejaculation and how can you strengthen it? I want to strengthen that muscle either naturally or artificially, what can I do? What exercises can I perform? Is there a medical procedure that can help me?

How do I effectively increase arm muscle strength and tone using a power ball? Like any tips on how often and how intensly i should use it to gain some toned muscle.

What limits oxygen from getting to muscle cells in the invisible chair position? When in the invisible chair position, you are still breathing, yet your muscles are forced into anerobic respiration. What is limiting the oxygen getting into the muscle cells?

muscle ??? i wanna have a body like nelly muscle wise how can i get this what sets and reps should i do

How do I stop muscle depletion when running? So I want to build up muscle, and lose fat. So I started to lift with a trainer. And now I have a layer of muscle under a small layer of fat. I want to run but my trainer said it depletes muscles. Is there a way I can stop that? Is there a way for my body to use fat as fuel and not muscles?

How can i get rid of muscle on my calves? Ive been running and my calves are thicker than they used to be in some places. How can i get rid of the muscle so my legs can be as lean as they used to be? The track season is over so i have been less active. Would exercising less and dieting help? And are there any workouts that will not build any muscle?

What is the best weight and muscle gaining protein powder? Looking to gain 15lbs in 2 months of muscle. So can anyone tell me What is the best weight and muscle gaining protein powder out there and possibly some workouts to use?

How to lose muscle mass without becoming flabby? Ever since ive been running track...I have gained a lot of leg muscle, and i find my jeans a lot tighter. Its really annoying, I wish i can slim them down, someone please tell me what I can do. Also does anyone know if your thighs get bigger, then your hips would have to too, right?

How to preserve muscle mass during Marine bootcamp? I have been doing heavy-lifting (along side a lot of pullups, pushups and 3 mile runs). My PFT test scores are really good, but, during bootcamp I am not going to be able to regular weight-lifting, which means I'll lose alot of mass during the 3 months of boot camp. What is th ebest way to preserve muscle during bootcamp? Advice from wight-lifting Marines/military members is especially appreciated.

What's the difference between building muscle and building mass? In order to build muscle mass, do I first have to build muscle? I am very confused. I have been lifting weights for 2 months and I am toning up, but I want to bulk up my legs and hips. How? Repetitions/weights? What should I be eating? (Currently 1200-1400 calories daily) I don't want my upper body any larger. Is this what you call weight distribution? A lot of questions, I know... Give me your best shot.

How can I gain muscle without going to a gym? I'd like to bulk up, or at least get stronger without bulking up physically, but without having to go to the gym. I have a rowing machine and treadmill in the house, but I tend to get VERY bored while using them and would much prefer another way of building muscle. Are there any exercises you can do within your room, without having to purchase any equipment? Obviously I can do push ups, sit ups, etc, but I was wondering if anything else would help.

How much lbs of muscle is a reasonably amount to gain in 4 months when lifting weights with good nutrition? (no protein shakes, or suppliment pills, only good meals through out the day and how much lbs of muscle will it take to see differences?

How can i build muscle without spending money on gym memberships or weight equipment? I play rugby and will be playing colts rugby this season, i need to build muscle as i play second row and i am quite weak compared to other second rows in my league. I plan to do this without taking steriods, and any other advice would be gratfully recieved!

How do I gain muscle mass without getting a gym membership? I am very skinny, it is usually recommended that I only do squats and deadlifts. How can I gain muscle mass without the use of any weights, or are weights essential to gaining mass?

How do you exercise without gaining muscle? I want to exercise (to lose weight) and I gained muscle from running too much. What other ways can I exercise to just lose weight, without gaining muscle?

What kind of muscle car was the persian guy with the ponytail in 2 fast 2 furious driving? I forgot what it looked like. It was yellow, I think. And he was like, "All american Muscle. Been buggin me for hours but I don't want to rent the movie to find out.

How can I lose weight without sacrificing muscle mass or strength? Im 5ft and 8 in and weight around 145. I want to lose atleast 5-8 lbs of pure body fat. But I've heard that when you lose weight you also lose muscle mass and strength? Is this true? So how can I prevent myself from losing the mass of my muscle and strength while losing the fat.

What is the best way to gain muscle mass without adding too much fat? I have been lifting weights and lost 60 lbs so far (I'm at 185lbs now) and my weight loss has leveled off. I have gained muscle pretty evenly as i lost my fat weight. I am ready now to add muscle more quickly and put weight back on but a little nervous about getting fat since i worked so hard to get where i am. What diet/training works best for you?

What are some major muscle groups to help me walk with better endurance? I might not know exact names of the muscle, so if you can, please include the parts of the body it belongs as well. Thank you!

Why do I have tight muscles in my legs and prickling when I stretch a tight muscle? I seem to have a great deal of muscle tension in my legs, and prickling (NOT tingling) sensations only in the tight muscles when I move a certain way. It doesn't always happen. It's especially bad down by my ankles, and especially bad in the winter. Could it be lack of blood flow due to muscle tension? I've also been stressed out lately. I have talked to the doctor and I've been tested for lots of things but am fine. I also have been drinking enough water. Thanks!

What's the best and/or quickest way to build muscle mass on the inside and outside of the upper arm? I have been able to consistently work on my biceps and triceps, but I can't seem to find a way to build muscle on the sides of my upper arm; just off the side of the bicep. In other words, it's not the height of the muscle I'm concerned about, it's the width. My forearms are wide due to muscle mass but my upper arm still has some catching up to do. Any suggestions? Keep in my mind I only have dumbells available at home until I can afford the gym membership.

How do you build muscle without veins popping out everywhere? Am doing some weight training but really don't want my veins to pop out all over the place. How do you build muscle and not have popping veins, I know it can be done just don't know how!

How can I build muscle and slim down at the same time? I'm 18, 5'7, and 151 lbs. I want to lose my gut and the other flab while also building muscle mass. Is it possible to do both at once, or do I have to pick one to do first then the other later? If so, which is the best to do first? Any other tips would help. Thanks!

What is the best workout/most important muscle in football? What is the best workout/most important muscle in football? As a slightly below average height player, what muscles should I work on and what workouts should I do more often than others? Ex: Squats I mean best for hitting/tackling, mostly for linebacker.

What is the difference between skeletal muscle cardiac muscle and smooth muscle? (When looking under a microsc? What is the difference between skeletal muscle cardiac muscle and smooth muscle? (When looking under a microscope?

Can I get good muscle definition from just these 2 exercises? Can I get good muscle definition/tone in my upper body by doing just push-ups and sit-ups? I am already doing cardio and eating healthy. I am not looking to get ripped like a body builder, I just want a toned and defined upper body. Thanks.

What are the risks associated with taking protein to build muscle in addition to working out? I would like to take some sort of protein to help repair my muscles after each work out session, and to hopefully see some bigger muscle gains. I am interested in such products as Whey Protein and Muscle Milk. Which product would you recommend and what are the risks associated with each (if any)? And is it true that by taking additional protein (like the ones I am asking about) your body produces more hair? Thanks so much

What is a good muscle building supplement to take? Ive been taking Muscle-Tech Nitro-Tech hardcore, and although I've liked the results it doesn't sit well with my stomach and I've heard bad things about it. What other products would give the same results but with less side effects?

How much muscle mass do I need to put on to be a good forward in soccer? At 5'11, 160 lbs, 11% bodyfat I think I'm to small. Most forwards you see in the Premiership are either tall (6'1-6'2) and built or small (5'8-5'9) and built. I need to bulk up but don't want to lose any speed or agility so how much muscle should I put on?

What are the best supplements to drink in order to maximize muscle growth? Hi i am 16 years old almost 17, and have been lifting for 3 years. In these 3 years, i have gained alot of muscle, but i want even bigger and stronger muscles. I currently take muscle milk, but wonder if there is anything better. Also consider that i am am 6 ft 2 so i am stretched out lol.

Why is my back muscle twitching and what can I do to make it stop? Two days ago my muscle on my left side of my back started twitching. It doesn't hurt and its not sore, it just feels like it twitches throughout the day. It feels like a tiny muscle spasm in my small lower back muscle. I don't remember hurting my back in anyway, my wife thinks its stress or not sleeping through the night. Why is it twitching and what can I do to make it stop? Its been two days and its annoying!

What does a strained muscle have to do with my breathing? I think I strained a muscle around my right scapula 3 day ago when I was trying to get out of the back of my van with a sudden move. Since then, I have a muscle pain from that area. Muscle pain aside, what really hurts is breathing. I suffer a great amount of pain when I take a deep breath or when I sneeze. This problem was never present before the injury. Do you think I should go see a doctor or should I just rest?

What is the most important muscle in your body ? I'm 27 and i'm trying to start a weight training routine, i've weight trained here and their but i've never done it on a regular basis. What is the most important muscle to work on ?

How does a slow stretch of a muscle neurologically and/or chemically inhibit pain? Can you explain the neurological events that cause pain inhibition when a skeletal muscle is slowly stretched? In other words, what occurs in the muscle when it is slow stretched, and what neurological and chemical responses occur that inhibit nociception and ultimately reduce pain?

What is the most responsive muscle while working out? When working out, which muscle is very sensitive to workouts and will grow easily almost to easily? Is it the traps?

What is the best supplement to increase muscle bulk with? I am looking to bulk up and I am currently on cytogainer. Although it is working ok and I have gained some weight and strength I am looking for something a little more, obviously without taking a steriod. If you know of any muscle maximizers that will add more muscle to me but minimize the fat that would help greatly. Thanks! OK I SHOULD HAVE MENTIONED THIS ABOVE BUT PLEASE JUST ANSWER THE QUESTION. I DONT NEED TO KNOW YOUR OPINION ON CYTOGAINER I JUST ASKED WHAT ELSE IS A GOOD MUSCLE MAXIMIZER WITH A MINIMAL AMOUNT OF FAT. THANK YOU.

How long does it take for one to develop her muscle tone and bulk? When a person is anorexic s/he may develop loose elastic skin and/or loose muscle bulk and tone, right? If one exercises moderately during recovery wouldn't muscle tone and bulk come back? Would it take longer than three months? Such people should be interested in restoring muscles. Why would they choose not to?

How can I differentiate smooth from skeletal muscle when not zoomed in? I keep reviewing the muscle section of histology, so I know the differences between smooth & skeletal muscle, but I have to zoom in on the nuclei to differentiate them. I see people all the time just point to an organ and from pretty far away they can tell smooth from skeletal. Is there something I haven't noticed?

What are the best exercises to build muscle mass? I need some exercises (preferably weight lifts) that will help build muscle mass. I need to gain more weight for football and I definitely need more muscle mass to increase that weight.

What is the difference between toning the body and building muscle? and what are some excersises to tone the body?....what are some excersises to build muscle?....and what should i do first: build muscle then tone body or tone body then build muscle?

How do I get muscle definition in my stomach? I hve been working out for about 3 weeks now. I do not expect instant results. However, I have never been able to get muscle definition in my stomach. I usually do the typical crunches. Is there anything that you would suggest?

What is the best muscle building suppliment? I work out regularly (3-4 times a week) and all I take right now is "Muscle Milk". If you've tried something that is working for you, please tell me what it is and the best time to take it.

How can you build muscle if you have a slender build? I'm very skinny and can't put on weight easily. What would you food would you recommend for me to gain weight and build muscle. Also, because of a chest problem - my doctor says that I can't do vigorous exercises. Any tips would be appreciated! Thanks!