There are clearly physiological differences between men and women (duh!) that impact women's ability to "bulk up" their muscles. Testosterone helps men and women grow muscle, and testosterone is not produced in women's bodies in nearly the same amount as in men's bodies. Unless women use testosterone supplements as a regular part of their dietary regimen (not recommended!), their bodies will be unable to build the bulky musculature found in male bodybuilders.
The guidelines are the same, however, for men and women when it comes to designing an overall training program. Women need the same kind of balanced plan as men. Each muscle group should be provided for, and should be worked into the exercise schedule at least once each week. In other words, the physiology of muscle is the same for both sexes, and the same strategy of creating strain followed by periods of rest and rebuilding are desirable.
It is critical to have a stringent diet plan also when undertaking a bodybuilding program. That doesn't necessarily indicate depriving yourself of food. But it does mean changing dietary habits to maximize your results. Everything ingested should work for you and not against you. That means lots of protein and carbohydrates, cutting down on sugar, and drinking water - lots of water.
The best advice for women is the same as the best advice for men: use every resource you can along with your common sense. Plan well, implement consistently and safely. Don't take unnecessary risks. And of course, have fun!
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