Questions – 3/4/2012

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John
Tyler, I read that article on Description of Heart Rate Zones. What zone do you train in? Healthy Heart zone, Fitness zone, or Aerobic Zone? Thanks, John
5 March 2012

Tyler - The only time I monitor my heart rate is on cardio and I do the Aerobic Zone.

Kyle
Hey Tyler, two questions related to Cell K.E.M. 1. Why do you take it post cardio, why not just take a protein shake, or have your breakfast right after? Do you wait to to have breakfast after cardio? 2. How is Cell K.E.M. superior to just protein? I feel like i should be taking a 40g of protein right after my work rather then 1.5 scoops of cell K.E.M. which is essentially just BCAA i believe (but protein has BCAA). Thanks!
4 March 2012

Tyler - I have it directly after cardio to get the bcaa,gluamine,creatine in my system immediately about 20 or so minutes after that once I'm showered etc I'll have my first meal.  IMO Cell Kem is superior to just plain whey protein because it has pharmaceutical grade glutamine,creatine,bcaa and there is zero cals also it's designed for mass and recovery plain whey protein is just protein.  If you feel you should take 40g of protein instead of the cell kem then you should be doing that.  I did just straight protein for years but since I'm working with Hany now he's a firm believer in getting the majority of your nutrients from whole food.  Directly after my weight training I'll have 1 scoop of cell kem then 30-45 min after that I'll have a whole food meal.  Branch chain amino acids are the building blocks of protein.

Lichi
120 grs RAW brown rice, (60g pre and 60g post work), 60g oat RAW, and the others carbs, are saldas, vegetables, etc
4 March 2012

Tyler - Sorry man but I have no idea if that would be a good amount for your body..I'd say give it a try and see if it works that's the only way to find out.

Jason
Is it possible to grow without getting stronger every workout (i.e. heavier weight or more reps)? I change up my exercises pretty often but i dont record what i lift really, i just make sure im working to failure... i want to grow though.
4 March 2012

Tyler - Of coarse remember your not growing when your in the gym.  Your growing when your resting and recovering. BUT a stronger muscle is a bigger muscle. That being said though you shouldn't switch your exercises around too much just because you won't know what's working or not.  I suggest keeping some of the same exercise in your routines weekly so you will be able to gage if your getting stronger.

Keith
Whats your opinion on tanning? Do u go tanning in beds or natual sunlight? Do u think its worth it? Or do you get a spray tan before a shoot? Great website and youtube videos, keep it 100 bro!
4 March 2012

Tyler - I stay away from tanning beds and when I get sun in the summer I always wear sunblock.  Tanning causes wrinkles and can cause skin cancer so those two reasons are enough for me to keep precaution to my skin.  I use spray tans or the cheap tanning lotions you can get from target or walmart.

Mark
Tyler, Could you explain why you are suppose to cycle on and off preworkout supplements? Is it because of the stimulants? How long would you suggest taking a preworkout before cycling off? Thanks
4 March 2012

Tyler - There is a couple of reasons if your taking a stimulant based pre workout then I would go 8-12 weeks on and 4 weeks off just to give your adrenal glands a break and keep them fresh.  The other reason is just like anything else our bodies get accustomed to supplements and build up a tolerance and won't responds the same anymore so giving your body a break from them will actually make them work freshly again once you reintroduce them to your system.

Angel
hey tyler...not gna lie, but i seldom ever work on legs. and if i ever do, its usually towards the end of my work out. some leg extensions and calf raises. i never attempted a single squat with BB, all i ever done was squats with DB. can u recommend a beginner leg workout for me please? thanks.
2 March 2012

Tyler - Gotta work those legs man! You will thank yourself later on if you start trashing them every week.  Here is a basic routine that will be good for you

• Barbell Squats
• Leg Press
• Leg Ext
• Lunges
• Leg Curls

Sebastian
Hey, I wanna get rid of my lower ab body fat , is biking a good option?. Your website is cool as hell, it keeps me really motivated. Thanks dude
2 March 2012

Tyler - Biking is going to be fine but getting rid of that last little bit of fat is going to come from your nutrition.