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For Big Guys Who Run …

Muata — Mon, 26 Jan 2009 10:30:05 +0000

After reading a post by my good buddy Israel over at his blog on his running for 1 hour straight on the treadmill, it made me think about the cardio I would perform when I was part of the 300+ pound club too.
My problem wasn’t running on a treadmill or even running in the streets. [...]

President Obama Pulling His Own Weight!

Muata — Wed, 21 Jan 2009 17:10:57 +0000

Like most of you, I watched TV yesterday, along with the 1.5 million in DC, as the new President of the United States was sworn in. Amidst the sea of red, white, and blue flags, I couldn’t help but feel a sense of pride in being Black and American. I truly feel that our country [...]

Bare Bones Training for Big Guys

Muata — Mon, 05 Jan 2009 15:30:06 +0000

Recently, my brother and nephew have started their own fat loss journey, but they didn’t know where to start. So, I worked out a nutrition plans for them, but, more importantly, I gave them what I call the simplest training program to follow, and I wanted to share it with you guys today. For all [...]

“Lat Science: Exploring the Pull-Up” by Charles Staley

Muata — Thu, 23 Oct 2008 10:30:49 +0000

I really appreciate Charles Staley’s approach to training. It seems to be the right balance between scientific jargon and a language the layman, like yours truly, can understand. His article below breaks down why the pull-up is such a great exercise and one that you should definitely be doing NOW! So, step away from the [...]

Combat Fitness–UK style!

Muata — Mon, 20 Oct 2008 10:30:01 +0000

This week’s B.O.S.S. entry comes from our friends across the pond in the UK. I had a brief email exchange with the webmaster of this site, whom I assume is the guy in the pics. However, he never gave me his name.
It’s OK because we don’t need know his name to know that he’s serious [...]

Training Like An Animal – Beast Skills.com

Muata — Thu, 02 Oct 2008 12:40:28 +0000

The site that I’m spotlighting today has been in my MLBF’s Favorite Links since I’ve updated my blog; however, I think that it’s now time that special attention is brought to Jim’s great site because there is so much information (complete with various tutorials) on his site related to bodyweight exercises, training like a gymnasts, [...]

Feed Your Brain to Lose the Fat Newsletter – Issue #2

Muata — Mon, 29 Sep 2008 10:00:22 +0000

The latest issue of my newsletter is available for you guys. Here’s the table of contents with links:
September 2008 – Issue #2

“The Top Five Reasons I HATE Doing Burpees!” By Muata Kamdibe (aka MrLowBodyFat)
“7 Reasons Why You Can and Will Lose Weight and Reach Optimal Health Fast with Bodyweight Exercises” By Kevin Gianni
My Interview with [...]

“The 3 Best Bodyweight Exercises” by Craig Ballantyne

Muata — Thu, 25 Sep 2008 10:00:05 +0000

It never ceases to amaze me the amount of money folks are willing to fork out for the latest and greatest fitness gadget or machine when all they need to do is use their own body’s weight for free! If you are not sure where to start with your strength and conditioning program, then you [...]

Building the Gymnastic Body — Pre-Arrival Sale!!

Muata — Tue, 23 Sep 2008 13:53:11 +0000

Guys, I can’t begin to tell you how excited I am to announce that Coach Christopher Sommer’s book, Building the Gymnastic Body: The Science of Gymnastic Strength Training, is soon to be released. I just received an email from the author and went to reserve my copy right away. I strongly suggest that you do [...]

Bodyweight Only Site Spotlight (B.O.S.S) – Series Introduction

Muata — Thu, 11 Sep 2008 10:00:10 +0000

Well fellas, after much thought, I have finally made up my mind about which style of training I will focus 90-95% of my efforts into. After watching the Olympics and the outstanding physiques of the gymnasts, I have dedicated myself to becoming a physical culturists who will espouse the need for men (and women) to [...]

“How to Build Muscle–Olympic Style” by Jason Ferruggia

Muata — Mon, 18 Aug 2008 03:39:41 +0000

OK, I know that I wasn’t the only guy out there highly impressed with the awesome physiques of the Olympic gymnasts. Honestly, I’ve always admired not only their incredible physiques but the fact that they are complete masters of their bodyweight!
Well, contrary what some say, one can definitely build bulging muscles and rock hard abs [...]