Comments on: Can You Get Big With Home Workouts?

By: evilcyber

evilcyber — Thu, 14 Mar 2013 15:41:36 +0000

In reply to Phlogiston. There is to my knowledge indeed some research that shows elevated cortisol levels in runners, but this is far outweighed by the positive effects running has on (cardiovascular) health. As far as running, cortisol level and building muscle are concerned: keep cardio and strength training sufficiently apart and one won't affect the other. It's only when you do them directly after one another that whatever comes last will be negatively influenced by whatever came first.

By: Phlogiston

Phlogiston — Thu, 14 Mar 2013 12:57:10 +0000

Dear Mr Evil,

Can you shed some light on the issue of cortisol hormone and running? It seems that running or jogging for long can increase cortisol level to an unhealthy level. Is it true?

Thank you sir

By: Jess

Jess — Wed, 13 Mar 2013 00:13:50 +0000

Yes those big machines are really better for beginners. The more advanced the less equipment, the more muscles recruited. I enjoy working out in a gym because sometimes I feel more motivated in that space, but these days most of my workouts are at home and probably more efficient!

By: evilcyber

evilcyber — Tue, 12 Mar 2013 19:42:36 +0000

In reply to Dr. J. That sounds just about perfect!

By: evilcyber

evilcyber — Tue, 12 Mar 2013 19:42:00 +0000

In reply to Kim. And few are as inventive about it as you! :)

By: Dr. J

Dr. J — Tue, 12 Mar 2013 15:56:04 +0000

I do both. Work out at home and the gym. There are some exercises I can’t do at home such as using the negative accented machines and some of the leg stuff using machines. For the most part, however, with my weight set of barbell and two dumbbells, and a perfect pull up in the doorway, I think I get a pretty good workout at home. I’ve been putting added weights in a vest for pull up-chin up-dips at home. Of course, with plenty of roads out there, running or biking is much better outside.

I also have a heavy bag and speed bag for karate practice with the added benefit of them not hitting me back 🙂

By: Kim

Kim — Tue, 12 Mar 2013 12:06:03 +0000

Even though I’m not really trying to get big – I’m all about the home workout!! You never have to wait for equipment or worry about wiping anyone else’s sweat off and you can get a great workout!!!