> On 2008-04-06 09:28:48 -0400, "Ian Hodgkiss"
> btinternet.com> said:
>

>> I have been told by people in my gym that if you are body building /
>> strength training then running or walking on a treadmill is not good
>> for the muscles - can somebody enlighten me further on this matter.

>
> Well it all depends on whatyour going for. If you are looking to gain
> lean mass, then run about 3 times a week. preferrably right when you
> wake up and make sure your drinking BCAA's as so your body wont start
> eating its muscle. Also take a low carb protein for muscle growth.
> BCAA i use Xtend(lemonade or orange). protein i use ISOpure(low carb
> vanilla or chocolate)
>
> If your looking to gain weight, then dont run, take a gainer,
> Cytogainer is what i prefer, and just lift.
>
> If your looking to loose then run 5 days a week in the morning. and
> working out anytime after, make sure to take those BCAA's.
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