February 2012

Features

Shock Treatment
BY TIMOTHY SCHEETT, PHD
This density workout will help you pack on the beef with targeted efficiency. Get ready to shock your body into new growth.
 
M&B's Protein Lexicon
BY JASON HOLTZMAN AND STEVEN STIEFEL
Here’s an easy-to-understand rundown on what’s in all of those great protein products, so you can choose what’s best for you.
 
Sane Supplements for Crazy Workouts
BY JASON HOLTZMAN
If you perform high-intensity training for martial arts, P90X, MMA or HIIT, your body is being thrashed to the limit. Here are the nutrients you need.
 
10 Carb Commandments
BY STEVEN STIEFEL
Confused about carbs? Follow these 10 rules and stop guessing.
 
Add Size and Power in Only Two Months
BY TEAM M&B
Get a head start on Dave Hawk’s latest makeover: a strength and power program that will help you become bigger, stronger and faster.
 
DEPARTMENTS
News and Research
BY TEAM M&B
Here are the latest news stories and discoveries in performance science straight from the world’s top research labs.
 
Buy This Book
BY TEAM M&B
World-famous expert Andrew Weil, MD, tells you how to tackle depression without drugs.
 
Master Class
BY DAVE HAWK
Expert trainer and champion bodybuilder Dave Hawk answers your questions on training and nutrition. Listen to him.
 
America's Trainer
BY MACKIE SHILSTONE
How to measure your fitness level without resorting to the sometimes-deceiving BMI.
 
Your Body, Your Life
BY KIM LYONS, NASM, CPT, PES, CES
This busy woman discovered her true worth after making a dramatic transformation.
 
Top Shelf
BY TEAM M&B
Take your training to the next level with these cutting-edge supplements.
 
Peak Performer
BY JIM BRANDT
Two years ago, heavyweight Fabricio Werdum shocked the MMA world when he beat Fedor Emelianenko. Turns out, he’s just getting started.
 
Breakthrough
BY STACY ACHUA
Omega 7 fatty acids have an uncanny ability to affect cholesterol and heart health.
 
Special Report
BY TEAM M&B
In case you had any doubts, here’s why you should make plans to attend the 2012 ASF.