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How does smoking a cigarette affect my growth?

Started this discussion. Last reply by Steve Maliknakis Jul 6, 2010. 5 Replies 0 Likes

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Front Squats v. Back Squats

Started this discussion. Last reply by Jason C Powell Apr 12, 2010. 6 Replies 0 Likes

Ok friends....can I get some input on this issue please. Front squats or back squats....or both. Personal experience preferred. Thanks in advance.

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Jason C Powell replied to Daniel Chavez's discussion 'Front Squats v. Back Squats'

I'm with Jeff on this one...Front Squats are a GREAT leg exercise...but I personally cannot get comfortable enough to relly push my legs...probably my back again. I would recommend doing both...not both in every workout, but varied throughout…

Apr 12, 2010

Daniel Chavez left a comment for Brittney Layne

thanks for the add. you look absolutely fabulous!!!! keep up the great work.

Apr 12, 2010

Jeff Dennis replied to Daniel Chavez's discussion 'Front Squats v. Back Squats'

I like front squats but I just can't get comfortable no matter how I try to hold the bar. With back squats I can do set with over 400lbs and no pain or discomfort. Of course you a recruiting more glute and hamstring action with the back squat.…

Apr 10, 2010

Matthew Higgins replied to Daniel Chavez's discussion 'Front Squats v. Back Squats'

Front squats are more for isolating your quads. Bodybuilders will use Front Squats in their pre-contest workouts to get separation and a "tear drop" look in their thighs. Back squats put more pressure on your lower back and are great for…

Apr 10, 2010

Ben Whitney replied to Daniel Chavez's discussion 'How does smoking a cigarette affect my growth?'

Smoking damages your lungs and heart (obviously). Damaged lungs and heart mean less oxygen and blood flow to working muscles. Less oxygen and blood flow to working muscles means less good stuff being shuttled in (like amino acids) and also less bad…

Apr 7, 2010

Ben Whitney replied to Daniel Chavez's discussion 'Front Squats v. Back Squats'

I like both, in fact I do both on leg day sometimes. You can go heavier on back squats and full squats bring the hams and especially the glutes into play. Front squats switch the emphasis more onto the quads and both are staples in my leg training.

Apr 7, 2010

Roger replied to Daniel Chavez's discussion 'Front Squats v. Back Squats'

Front squats require good technique and are used by Olympic lifters. Keep the back straight and dont lean forward. I prefer back squats because I can lift more and they are more comfortable and allow me to lift more.

Apr 7, 2010

Daniel Chavez replied to Daniel Chavez's discussion 'How does smoking a cigarette affect my growth?'

thank you gentlemen for your input. knowledge is key and i feel a lot more equipped to ward off the sarcasm and snickering that comes with these types of questions when i get them. thanks again guys.

Apr 6, 2010

Jason C Powell replied to Daniel Chavez's discussion 'How does smoking a cigarette affect my growth?'

Daniel…it does PLENTY! Long story short, just about everything our body does (growth, healing, metabolic rates, exercise output/endurance and so on) are based on how efficient our own body is at using the oxygen we breath…it’s so…

Apr 6, 2010

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Matt Gerber replied to Daniel Chavez's discussion 'How does smoking a cigarette affect my growth?'

If the "growth" the person is talking about it in muscle mass, it makes the answer pretty simple. Cigarettes are an appetite suppressant. So the more you smoke, the less inclined you are to eat sufficiently to put on mass (which is a big…

Apr 2, 2010

How does smoking a cigarette affect my growth?

If I had a nickle for every time I was asked this question in the gym I would have....well a heavy enough bag of nickels to curl with. Now I try to live a clean and healthy lifestyle. I myself do not smoke. I workout, eat clean and activities with the kids vary from bike riding, hiking or playing ball. I've done tons of nutrition, exercise and other "health" research, and I get a lot of tips and suggestions from trainers, friends, etc. However, the answer to this question continues to elude me.…See More

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thank you and likewise....you look amazing!

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What is your REAL story? Do you compete? Do you wish to compete? Are you on a transformation journey? Website??: I am a recreational lifter who enjoys staying healthy and transforming my body to look my best through diet and working out.

Philosophies and Beliefs:: I believe you have to enjoy working out in order to be successful just as in anything else. If you don't look forward to hitting the weight, track, etc., then you probably shouldn't be wasting your time. Set goals and want it with all you got!

Words of Advice to REAL competitors and those on REAL transformation journeys:: The key is setting a regimen that will not only work for you personally, but will also be enjoyable for you to keep you into it. Set goals, set goals, and set goals and have fun. Without a destination, the journey makes no sense.

What are your favorite supplements and why?: I enjoy supplementing with protein because I don't have the stomach to ingest my daily protein goal on just food alone. Creatine, aminos and a carb supplement are also in my cabinet. I also like supplementing with prohormones maybe twice a year because I love seeing how quickly my strength develops.

Who do you look up to in the fitness industry?: All the big names.....Jay, Ronnie, Flex, etc., but also the women because they are the BOMB!!!!

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At 12:14pm on March 30, 2010, Carly H said…: Thanks for the add Daniel! Hope training is going well! Physique looks great!

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At 10:17pm on March 18, 2010, Helene Smith said…: Daniel.... Welcome! You are absolutely correct, this is one of the best places I've found that has a culmination of awesome natural atheletes that don't hesitate to help when you have a question. Thank you for the very kind words!

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