Muscle atrophy – Roger Bowman

“Roger, What Exactly Do You Do?”

August 11, 2016November 22, 2017Roger Bowman

I get this question all the time and have for last several years. So much and, with so much confusion, I felt I had to write about it to give a better explanation to those inquiring minds that want to know. It’s expected from those that don’t know me or just meeting me initially, and we all ask this question of most we meet for first time at some point. I also know the majority of those that have known me for a long time are still very confused and don’t want to sound “dumb” or inattentive if they were to ask me. Read more →

10 Ways to Elevate Your Testosterone Levels Naturally!

March 18, 2016November 22, 2017Roger Bowman

Now more than ever before, we have millions of men suffering from low testosterone, aka “Low T”, and unfortunately suffering from the undesirable symptoms that accompany the condition. We have seen a large spike with the number of cases of men with Low T in the last couple of decades which is largely due to the endocrine disrupters men are exposing themselves to on a regular basis along with the ones we are consuming.

If you’re a man under the age of 30, I want to give ten essential steps to support and increase your testosterone levels naturally here. Read more →

New Study Shows The Benefits Of Working With A Personal Trainer

July 22, 2015August 2, 2020Roger Bowman

I have worked in the health and fitness industry since 2001 and during that time it has become obvious to me the benefits that come from using a personal trainer, especially when it is combined with a proper nutrition plan. Clients lose fat, look better, feel healthier and have increased energy.

While I see these benefits on a daily basis when working with clients, a recent study conducted to gauge consumer perceptions of personal fitness trainers reinforces that. Read more →

A War Against Testosterone

November 17, 2014July 14, 2017Roger Bowman

Testosterone is a male hormone (androgen) made by the body. Most of the testosterone in a man’s body is produced in his testicles.

Testosterone Helps:

Maintain reproductive tissues
Stimulate sperm production
Stimulate and maintain sexual function
Increase muscle mass and strength
Maintain bone strength
Sense of well being and a man’s confidence
A man’s “get up and go” energy levels

Just like your cholesterol or blood pressure, there is a numerical range of testosterone levels that are considered normal. Read more →

What Are BCAAs?

November 11, 2013April 17, 2017Roger Bowman

BCAAs are Branched Chain Amino Acids which consist of L-Valine, L-Isoleucine and L-Leucine, which is the most anabolic of the 3. The benefits of these powerhouse amino acids include faster recovery from training, muscle repair and helps prevent and delay muscle breakdown. These are just a few benefits out of several.

Those that are dieting in a very strict manor may be putting themselves in a catabolic (muscle breakdown) mode as the body is often very reluctant to break down fat but instead will go after muscle for glucose to fuel the brain and body, etc. BCAAs help to prevent this and preserve our valuable muscle. Read more →