From the monthly archives:

May 2009

The #1 Top Secret Motocross Supplement

by Steven Bubel MS, CSCS on May 28, 2009

I get asked by riders all the time about what supplements they should be taking to enhance their recovery and performance. While products such as Cytomax, Endurox, and even Red Bull have their place, there is one energy drink that stands above all others – Powerthirst. What is Powerthirst you say? Well, here is a short video explaining it’s benefits. While I’m a firm believer in establishing a strong nutritional foundation first, I insist that all my guys drink Powerthirst before they train and race. Don’t say that I never share my secrets. Enjoy.

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Determining Maximal Heart Rate

by Steven Bubel MS, CSCS

Steve, what is your opinion on using the standard formula for determining your maximal heart rate? I am 49 years old and, although not in great shape, I can keep my heart rate around 150 beats per minute (bpm) for an hour without calling for the defibrillator. Actually, I could push it much harder but was [...]

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Boosting Testosterone Levels

by Steven Bubel MS, CSCS

I am looking to boost my testosterone level in a safe manner by just eating the right foods to do so and not take supplements. What foods help boost testosterone in a man?
Is there reason to suspect that you have lower-than-normal testosterone levels? If so, do you weight train? Heavy resistance training has been shown [...]

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Arm Pump Treatment

by Steven Bubel MS, CSCS

The scourge of motorcycle racers everywhere, arm pump is a fairly complex condition whose causes and treatments remain somewhat controversial. While a lack of fitness (both general and specific) is generally regarded as the number one cause of arm pump, other factors can play a significant role. In particular, the connective tissue (fascia) that surrounds [...]

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Muscle Cramping

by Steven Bubel MS, CSCS

I have always had problems with muscle cramps. As I have gotten older (40-ish) I get them more regularly. I drink water like a fish but nothing ever seems to help. I am currently taking Linum B6 on advice from a friend. This past weekend I tried to step off of my bike while on [...]

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