Caloric Maxtrix: Easiest way to Determine How Much Calories you should be Eating
Use the caloric matrix to find your daily nutrient requirements by identifying your body weight. The macronutrional ratio is 50% Carbohydrates 30 % Protein and 20% Fat. This mix is recommended in Hugo Rivera’s The Hardgainer’s Body Building Handbook: Workouts, Nutrition, and Results. I think it’s a great book to own so if you get a [...]
Example Meal Plan for 3000, 4000, and 5000 calorie diets
One of the things I hate most about meal plans from popular bodybuilding magazines is the fact that they always push large amounts of supplements with each meal. Although I am a firm believer in proper supplementation to support any diet I think realistically most people don’t have the money to take 5-6 different shakes, [...]
A day in the life of a Hardgainer – Find out what 3500 calories looks like
I often find it amusing when people are shocked at what lengths I go through day in and day out to reach my goals. I train hard, try my best to sleep well, and I eat big.
When it comes down to it, almost any training program will work and almost all reputable supplements will give [...]

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