Thursday, December 11, 2008

Boost Your Testosterone to Grow

By Michael Pearson

The most critical element of the muscle building process is testosterone. There are many factors that affect testosterone levels. Research indicates "physical inactivity and poor diet promote obesity and create poor metabolic health that disrupt sensitive hormone systems that process carbohydrates, fats and proteins; and regulate signaling chemicals that build bone and muscle mass." This according to experts at Harvard Medical School.

Planning your day and doing things you enjoy lowers your stress level. Stress causes manufacturing of cortisol, a fat storing hormone. Being upbeat and optimistic with a positive attitude will keep the cortisol machine quiet.

Anabolics as defined in the Medical Dictionary are: any of a group of synthetic derivatives of testosterone which are used clinically to promote growth and repair of body tissues in senility, debilitating illness and convalescence. The bodybuilding world uses them for much the same thing.

Estrogen levels rise with the introduction of soy products into the body. This causes a corresponding decrease in testosterone levels. Alcohol also lowers testosterone levels and decreases protein synthesis.

Your level of testosterone has a direct bearing on your ability to gain muscle mass. Testosterone therapy if prescribed by a medical doctor is for men with low testosterone levels. Testosterone decreases with age but when it reaches a level of concern therapy is suggested by doctors. While testosterone declines with age, there are sound practices to help with it's levels. Don't overtrain, stay positive, maintain a healthy bodyfat, lift weights and eat a healthy diet.

Your outlook on life has a great deal to do with your stress level and the release of cortisol. Cortisol promotes fat storage, something none of us want to see. Being upbeat and positive will keep your hormones in balance. Check yourself on occasion and see how you are doing with your outlook.

Compound exercises such as squats, deadlifts, bench press, pull-ups and dips are best for overall growth. This will help in the testosterone production process also. Train hard, not long and keep track of your workouts. That way you can see what is working and what is not.

Alcohol decreases protein synthesis, causes dehydration, depletes vitamins and minerals and lowers testosterone. Soy is another product that lowers testosterone levels as it raises estrogen levels.

Your ability to manufacture testosterone decreases with age. You can help though by eating a good diet. Sleep eight hours a night and keep a positive, upbeat attitude.

Science has shown that physical inactivity and poor diet has severe ramifications on the human body. Testosterone levels are also affected. Stay active and eat well to stay healthy.

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