thesun--2019-12-02--Bodybuilder who injects his biceps with oil shares clip of his transformation from young boy to pump

Bodybuilder who injects his biceps with oil shares clip of his transformation from young boy to pumped up hulk

A BRAZILIAN once nicknamed "skinny dog" has injected so much cosmetic filler into his body that he's compared to the Incredible Hulk and He-Man.  But bodybuilder Valdir Segato is risking his life, pumping up his muscles with a dangerous concoction that he's addicted to using, to transform his looks.  The 48-year-old, from Sao Paulo, boasts biceps boosted to a scary 23 inches, thanks to years of using - and abusing - synthol, a mixture of oil, alcohol and painkillers.  Valdir regularly injects the oil mixture deep into his body, including his chest, biceps and shoulders, making his muscles swell and almost double in size.  Synthol is known to cause nerve damage, infections, ulcers, strokes and even death.  Despite doctors warning the bodybuilder that he could die from the dangerous practice, Valdir is determined to become the biggest guy in his street.  He shares his obsession with injecting the substance on his Instagram page, posting photos and videos of his pumped up body to his 18,600 followers.  His ultra pumped-up look is a far cry from black-and-white pics taken when he was a scrawny lad.  According to TN International, when Valdir was a child, he was so thin that pals nicknamed him "skinny dog".  The website explains that as a youth, he became addicted to drugs and causing his weight to drop drastically.  But he now likes to have admirers on social media compare him to idols such as Arnold Schwarzenegger and the Hulk.  While some concerned followers have begged him to stop, saying he is making himself look "ugly", others congratulate his fake muscular bulk, telling him "well done" for his "absolute beast of a transformation".  His muscles are now twice as big as when he first started using the life-threatening substance back in 2013.  The construction worker isn't the only bodybuilder dicing with death to enhance his looks.  Bodybuilder Kirill Tereshin, an ex-soldier who wanted to become a real-life Popeye, has recently had lumps of rotting muscle removed from his bulging arms.  The Russian 23-year-old, had been injecting his triceps and biceps with petroleum oil, which ended up saturating muscle tissue and blocking blood flow, according to his surgeon.  Dr Dmitry Melnikov said there's been a tidal wave of women in Russia injecting themselves with petroleum jelly, to avoid the cost of plastic surgery.  He said: “We have seen petroleum jelly injected into breasts, buttocks, and other parts of the female body. We are warning that it is extremely dangerous."  What is Synthol and is it dangerous? Synthol injections are used for the short-term enhancement of muscle appearance by some bodybuilders wanting to quickly bulk up their physique. The 'site enhancement oil' is composed of 85 per cent oil - for example sesame or walnut oil, or sometimes even paraffin. This is topped with 7.5 per cent lidocain (painkiller) and 7.5 per cent alcohol to sterilise the mixture. It's used as a temporary implant, and is injected deeply into muscles - intramuscular injections. According to NCBI, synthol is used in small groups of muscles to enlarge their volume, for example triceps, deltoids, and calf muscles. Research Gate explains that this type of enhancement oil was introduced in 1899 for breast augmentation, and to pump out facial wrinkles. Both websites warn that while the injected muscle undergoes immediate enlargement, it can result in deformity, where the muscle becomes unnaturally shaped. There is also the risk of sustaining nerve damage, infections, cerebral stroke, acute lung injury and respiratory distress - particularly if people accidentally inject their veins. These so-called enhancement oils don't actually increase muscular strength, or performance, and are only injected for cosmetic purposes.


urbanintellectuals--2019-11-26--82-year-old female bodybuilder beats up man who broke into her home: “I’m alone, I’m old, but guess

82-year-old female bodybuilder beats up man who broke into her home: “I’m alone, I’m old, but guess what I’m tough”  This intruder “picked the wrong house to break into” after he got beat up by the Rochester, NY, occupant, Willie Murphy, an 82-year-old woman Body Builder. This amazing lady is an inspiration, not that we condone violence but DAMN! She beat him with a table, a broom and a bottle of baby shampoo!  The intruder tried a trick that is disgustingly used to target vulnerable older people by banging on a door asking her to call for an ambulance. She didn’t let him in and he allegedly broke down the door!  The award-winning bodybuilder said she was able to hide in the partial darkness as she looked for something to defend herself with, eventually grabbing a nearby table.  Recounting her story in front of friends at the YMCA, where she works out most days, Ms Murphy told local station WHAM-TV: “I’m alone and I’m old, but guess what? I’m tough.  “He picked the wrong house to break into; I took that table and I went to working on him.”  Ms Murphy said the table eventually broke so she began jabbing the man with its metal legs instead.  “When he’s down, I’m jumping on him – and the telephone is still on for 911,” she said.  “I’m running in the kitchen, there’s a bottle of baby shampoo on the table. I grab the shampoo and guess what? He’s still on the ground. In his face, the whole thing.  She added: “He wants to get the heck out of there and I’m trying to help him get out of the house but he’s too heavy, I can’t move him. He’s dead weight.”  At that point, police officers arrived and detained the man, who had to be taken to hospital.  “I really did a number on that man,” said Ms Murphy. “I think he was happy when he went in the ambulance because I sent him in the ambulance.”  WOW WOW WOW! I wan to be just like her when I grow up!


thesun--2019-05-31--Arnie RAPS cheesy Terminator catchphrases in excruciating music video for track Pump It Up

TERMINATOR star Arnold Schwarzenegger is back - with an excruciating rap performance in a song about pursuing your dreams.  The former politician and bodybuilder has teamed up with Austrian singer Andreas Gabalier for the track, "Pump It Up - the Motivation Song."  In the music video, Arne, 71, is seen in a recording booth, his face set in an almost pained expression as he slowly "raps" lyrics peppered with cheesy catchphrases from the Terminator films.  The words all concern Schwarzenegger and make references to his career, reports People.com.  Midway through the track, the Hollywood tough guy, in his thick Austrian accent, breaks into this rap sequence: “Hey, I’m Arnold Schwarzenegger and listen carefully / Dig deep down and ask yourself, who do you want to be / Not what, but who – ff you believe success will come to you / Work like hell, trust yourself, and all your dreams come true.”  Later in the song, he continues: “Break some rules, knock the wall, don’t be afraid to fail / You have to think outside the box, I say no pain no gain / I don’t want to hear it cannot be done, always give something back / My name is Arnold Schwarzenegger and I’ll be back.”  Throughout the video, viewers are also treated to images of the actor as a younger man - including footage of him flexing his bulging muscles as he poses in a pair of tight briefs.  Other shots show the ex governor of California lifting weights at Gold’s Gym in Los Angeles, and cycling with Gabalier, 34.  There are also scenes from films that Schwarzenegger has appeared in.  Arne's rap debut comes just two weeks after he was drop-kicked while posing for selfies with fans in South Africa.  He was blindsided by a screaming "idiot" in front of stunned children in a gym in Johannesburg.  was the judge of a skipping competition when the unnamed coward pounced.    Dramatic footage showed the attacker bounce off the former Mr Universe - who didn't realise he had been attacked until he saw the video afterwards.  Schwarzenegger tumbled forward into a crowd of people while the man who kicked him was quickly pinned down by security at the event, held in a posh suburb of Johannesburg.  A video of the attack at the Arnold Classic Africa event showed the man being quickly detained before Arnie walked away unscathed.  Arnie later took to Twitter to describe the incident.  In a message to his four million fans, he said: "Thanks for your concerns, but there is nothing to worry about. I thought I was just jostled by the crowd, which happens a lot.  "I only realized I was kicked when I saw the video like all of you. I’m just glad the idiot didn’t interrupt my Snapchat."  Schwarzenegger was born in Austria and first rose to prominence as a bodybuilder, winning the Mr Universe title aged 20.  After moving to Hollywood, he achieved worldwide fame in 1982 action film Conan The Barbarian, which launched his film career.  Arnie though is perhaps best known for his starring role in the Terminator films.  The first in the franchise came out and 1984 and now he is set to appear in the sixth called Dark Fate with co-star Linda Hamilton.  Schwarzenegger served as the 38th governor of California from 2003 to 2011.  We pay for your stories! Do you have a story for The Sun Online news team? Email us at tips@the-sun.co.uk or call 0207 782 4368 . You can WhatsApp us on 07810 791 502. We pay for videos too. Click here to upload yours.


dailystormer--2019-01-06--Self-Help Sunday Diet and Nutrition Aesthetics Strength and Health

Self-Help Sunday: Diet and Nutrition, Aesthetics, Strength and Health

In describing what you should eat, I have used the word “diet.”  This is probably a bad move, as the word is so heavily associated with some kind of temporary eating routine. To be clear, I am not a supporter of temporary eating routines. What I advocate is to transform one’s lifestyle into that of healthiness and fitness, based on nutrition and training.  There are certain situations where you can change your diet for specific purposes of gaining and losing weight. You can also fast, even if you’re not overweight, in order to cleanse the body. However, this idea that you can temporarily stop eating bad foods, lose weight, then go back to eating bad foods is totally wrong and not helpful.  You need to think of the long term. You are going to be alive for your entire life. And that life is going to be a lot better if you are fit and healthy.  And fitness and healthiness should be the goal of any kind of eating or training routine. Not aesthetics, not strength.  I realized that maybe my use of the word “diet” could be confusing when watching a video by AthleanX – one of the most popular fitness channels on YouTube – wherein he made the distinction between a “diet” and “nutrition” and associated the word “diet” with something temporary.  I like his videos, and he has some good training tips. However, his entire philosophy, I have decided, is disgusting.  There is simply no reason to look like this:  That isn’t healthy. There are all kinds of health problems that emerge from maintaining that low of body fat. I understand that maybe some men consider it to be a good aesthetic, but I do not believe women do (and most men who train for aesthetics are doing it to impress women, not men).  In the old days, the man used to look healthy:  Right there is about where you want to be at in terms of body fat. More or less.  It’s also the only way you’re going to maintain significant mass. AthleanX maintains ultra-low body fat and significant mass because he literally lives in a gym. Most people are only going to have 3-5 sessions of 60-90 minutes per week, and there is no way in hell you are going to maintain mass like that and also that low of body fat.  He says it doesn’t matter, because your muscles look better the leaner you are.  Is that true, or is that his weird opinion?  I do not know, but I know that training for any kind of aesthetics is wrong, in the same way that overtraining for strength at the expense of athleticism is wrong.  You want to look like a Greek statue.  If you are healthy, you are going to be both aesthetic and strong, by nature. Because your body was made to look good. Everyone’s was, except those of the retarded or otherwise deformed.  You want both your nutrition and your fitness program to be manageable, and something that you can do for the rest of your life (or at least until you are so old you can’t do anything anymore, with regards to the training).  You cannot do that if you are suffering, unless you are a masochist. You must formulate programs that you are comfortable with.  The key here is these two things:  These two things are going to vary slightly from person to person, to be sure. Because different people have different levels of drive, different goals, different amounts of free time.  But mostly, they’re going to be similar.  We have pretty much figured out what foods are definitely healthful.  We know which things are not healthful.  We also know that people need to consume carbohydrates to function, and it appears that the best ones are these:  I am now totally against low-carb, by the way, and believe that the diet should be 33/33/33, protein/fat/carbs.  Unless you are overweight, then you should cut carbs as much as possible to lose the weight. But don’t overdo it to the point that you lose energy. It is much better to switch to clean carbs first and then begin regulating them.  There are some foods we don’t know about, in particular dairy products made from pasteurized milk. It does seem that cheese and yogurt are much better than straight-up milk, given that these have some bacteria added to them which maybe partially makes up for the bacteria that is removed through the pasteurization process.  If you can get raw milk, then put it on the list of things we know are healthy. I didn’t put it on there because most governments have outlawed it, because 50 years ago one guy got a stomach ache. (For those unawares, the advent of refrigeration removed the need for pasteurization a long time ago, but they kept doing it because it meant you could keep the milk for months instead of days, then for reasons unclear, they outlawed not doing it, citing a totally negligible risk of stomach ache.)  First thing first: clear out the crap. Cut the pizza, burgers, sugars, crappy snacks and most importantly the beer. If you want to drink, drink liquor like a man.  If you play a sport, you probably don’t need this guide anyway. So we are here advising people who do not play sports.  Firstly, do not do running. It is the worst imaginable behavior, and everyone knows that at this point. If you want to do sprints now and again, okay, but don’t do jogging, marathons or any of this other madness. This is the worst fad ever.  It is a behavior of idiot women who are going to get what they deserve when their bodies fall apart as a result of this idiot behavior.  Focus on weight training. That is more important than any cardio exercise. If you want to do cardio, put it in at the end, ride the bike or jump a rope.  Weight training should be fun and it should give you a rush and you should be excited to go do it. Being in the gym should feel good. I like to listen to podcasts when I’m in the gym, some people like music, some just like to think, but there should be some kind of ritual associated with being there.  If you do not enjoy it, and cannot learn to enjoy it, you are probably damned.  You want to focus weight training on core lifts first.  These core lifts are as follows:  You can split these up in all kinds of ways based on what works for you and how many days you get to the gym.  I live in Nigeria, and my choices of activities are either to hang out with niggers, work or go to the gym, so I tend to go 5-6 days a week, so my routine is complicated. Most people can only fit in 3-4 days a week, so their routines are going to be less complicated.  I advise doing core lifts on a 5×5 program. That is, five sets of five reps. After a warm-up set, where you do 10-15 reps of a low and easy weight, you go up to however much you can go up to and keep the same weight and do five sets of five. You then slowly add weight over the course of weeks and months and years. It isn’t that complicated.  There are all kinds of routines available, some I’m not going to give a bunch of details. I advise reading Starting Strength by Mark Rippetoe, but be aware that he is also on some stupid philosophy – he puts strength above fitness and does not really look very good.  However, he did figure out the method of best increasing testosterone levels using weight training.  The most important thing is just to get in the gym. And keep getting in the gym. Get a routine and keep it, and even if you go and don’t get much done, you’re going.  Plus, for any of you who have not been to the gym ever, two months after you start going you’re going to start noticing yourself looking better in the mirror pretty much no matter what you do in the gym. The body just naturally responds very quickly to physical exercise.  I don’t believe in new year’s resolutions, because they statistically pretty much never work.  I am posting this now probably because I’ve been seeing a lot of new year-oriented health posts and so it’s on my mind, but that is not my intention. When you set out to get healthy and fit, it can be any time of the year and should be done any time of the year. And you must commit, wholly and non-trivially.  DO NOT attempt to meet women in the gym. Don’t talk to them. Try not to look at them.  In fact, see if you can find a gym with no women or few women.  If you do get into some kind of situation that is unavoidable, tell that bitch: “I don’t talk to women in the gym, I can give you my number.”  Never: “let me get yours.”


birminghammail--2019-11-19--Ant Middleton announces new Mind Over Muscle tour - with first arena shows

Ant Middleton has announced a tour of his 'Mind Over Muscle' show which includes the special forces man's first ever arena appearances.  The best-selling author, fresh from a series of adventures including putting SAS wannabes through their paces and climbing Everest, will play 19 dates around the UK.  The chief instructor on Channel 4's hit show 'SAS: Who Dares Wins' has regularly toured sold-out venues in the UK with his live show. He recently appeared in Birmingham city centre for a book signing, with fans queuing for hours along the street.  On stage, Ant shares personal stories from his extreme adventures and TV shows, and explains his 'Zero Negativity' and ‘Fear Bubble’ approach to harnessing fear and living without limits. He also now runs ‘Mind Over Muscle Day Camps’ supporting individuals to realise their full potential.  Touching on the new tour, Ant said: “The power of your mind is stronger than physicality. I’ll share life skills and philosophy on how to live your best life. There are two lives you can be living, the one you are living now and the better one which is just a step away!”  With four hugely successful series and a Stand Up to Cancer Celebrity Special and using the skills honed from his experience in the British Special Forces, Ant leads and completes extreme adventures often documented for TV programmes.  Last year Ant climbed the highest mountain in the world in ‘Extreme Everest with Ant Middleton’ which tested him further than ever before. Now he has a unique and brand-new interview special, ‘Ant Middleton & Liam Payne: Straight Talking’, which aired on Sky One and NOW TV earlier this month. Ant travels to Southern Africa with singer-songwriter and former One Direction star Liam Payne, leaving the hustle and bustle of day-to-day life to allow honest conversation and self-discovery to thrive.  Ant has released two books based on his life experiences and positive mental attitude. In 2018 his book 'First Man In: Leading From The Front' was published by HarperNonFiction and reached No1 on The Sunday Times Best Seller List. In 2019, he built on this success with the release of ‘The Fear Bubble’, which also quickly became a No1 Best Seller.  Tickets go on sale this Friday, November 22, 2019, at 10am  For more information and tickets click here  Where can I see the show?


eveningstandard--2019-10-16--10 Best muscle recovery drinks and snacks for easy post-workout nutrition

Did you know that what you eat after your workout is just as important as what you eat before?  While you are training, your body loses glycogen (a form of energy storage), and it is important to rebuild and replenish by introducing nutrients into your body that will help repair and grow your muscles post workout. Not only will this help build new muscle but it will also help to combat muscle soreness.  Foods like brown rice, whole wheat pasta, bread and cereals help to replenish carbohydrates but when it's not possible to chop, steam and saute straight away a heathy snack targeted towards muscle recovery is exactly what you need.  It is recommended that you eat within 15 to 30 minutes of exercise and a handy snacks that you can slip into your gym bag for a quick fix is the perfect solution.  That being said, many snack options on the market will contain artificial sweeteners or refined sugar where you may be consuming more energy than you burned in the first place, which will in turn cause you to gain weight.  So we have gathered a range of healthy and nutritional snack options that will help your body achieve your fitness goals as well as tickle your taste buds with an instant pick-me-up.  Swisse Me is an Australian supplement label that has recently launched in the UK with a variety of targeted ranges designed to help you throughout the day.  Offering a daily boost, the range includes Nourish Me, Start Me and Replenish Me — the latter of which uses a combination of spirulina combined with pear, apple, banana, almond and lemon for a tasty smoothie-like shake that will revitalise your body. The shakes are an easy way to add to your five a day and provide a much-needed dose of magnesium.  They are sugar, lactose and gluten free and are also vegan.  Coconut water is one of the most effective ways to rehydrate your body, not only after exercise but also when you are hungover.  It contains a natural source of electrolytes like potassium which helps aid in absorption. The newly launched Pressed coconut water from Vita Coco is a sweeter and nuttier alternative to the fan-favourite product and actually contains piece of coconut.  For an instant pick-me-up after a particularly long and strenuous workout, the BumbleZest shots will do the trick.  Containing a combination of ginger, turmeric and collagen to give your body and your immune system that much-needed pick-me-up.  Crammed into the mini shot, the small but mighty formula will encourage muscle recovery, ease inflammation and soothe the symptoms of a cold. This product is 100 per cent natural and there are no preservatives, GMOs or added colours.  This snack is a real treat and is actually relatively healthy. Think breadsticks dipped in nutella but the sticks are low in carbohydrates and the spread is high in protein. The dippers contain 9.6g of protein to support your muscles through growth and development.  This newly launched brand will inspire a new snacking habit with these delicious hand-cooked and all-natural plantain crisps. Using only natural ingredients, the range is made up of four flavours; Naturally Sweet, Sea Salt, Cinnamon and Smoked Chilli.  Plantains are rich in essential vitamins, minerals and nutrients, including potassium, magnesium, and vitamins A, C and B6 and the fruit’s natural density will help keep you hydrated and in turn, aid recovery.  There are no artificial additives, preservatives, colourings or refined sugars and they are gluten-free and vegan.  What’s more, each pack purchased provides a meal for an orphaned child in Nigeria.  Get more out of your yoghurt with Protein 22. The nutritional snack has the same texture of a yoghurt but it only contains natural fruit flavouring, is fat free and low in salt and sugar. It also contains a high amount of protein — 22g per pot (as suggested by the name) — which will help in muscle growth and recovery. There are four flavours available; strawberry, raspberry, peach and blueberry.  Tap into the healing benefits of the Jujube Fruit or red dates as they are known. A superfood known for its help in recovery and repair, the fruit also acts as an anti-inflammatory agent making it an ideal snack for post-workout.  Lucozade’s electrolyte water will allow you to rehydrate after a tough session and ensure that you replenish what is lost from sweating without added calories. The Fitwater contains sodium, chloride, magnesium and calcium - the latter of which also plays a role in muscle recovery.  The Boundless activated nuts and seeds make a far healthier alternative than sugared snacks that may have previously been your go-to.  They are packed with protein and contain specific nutrients that encourage better digestion. The nuts are baked in a unique way to keep all the benefits locked in for a flavoursome yet light snack. They are offered in a range of flavours including; Cayenne & Rosemary, Tamari & Aleppo, Orange, Ginger & Maple and Turmeric & Smoked Paprika.  With less than 99 calories, the Foga Banana & Turmeric Plantshake is a creamy shake designed to enhance your post-workout recovery. The main ingredient, turmeric, is an anti-inflammatory that works to ease stress, bloating and reduce muscle soreness.  It is made up of mainly organic freeze dried produce with all the natural fibre and vitamins preserved.  ESBest product reviews are unbiased, independent advice you can trust. 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sottnet--2019-08-25--Sore muscles Essential oils for post-workout recovery

Sore muscles? Essential oils for post-workout recovery

Do you fear "leg day", or worse, the day after leg day? Do you struggle to hold your toothbrush the morning after a workout, or even walk down the stairs?I feel you!Although muscle soreness is completely normal 24 to 48 hours after working out, it can still be quite a bummer and make your day more difficult than it needs to be.To be able to prevent and relieve muscle soreness, it helps to know where it comes from. When we perform muscle contractions in a higher intensity than our normal activity, it creates microscopic tears in the muscle tissue. This process is actually a good thing for your body; your muscles are going to be repaired with stronger and tougher fibers, resulting in creating bigger muscles - like the coveted six pack!Essential oils can provide various therapeutic effects to address muscle soreness: They can be anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and antispasmodic, but can offer even more than that. Antirheumatic and detoxifying essential oils can also make sure your joints are soothed, as physical exercise is sometimes strenuous on our whole musculoskeletal system.As a fun side note, my post workout blend is what actually convinced my husband of the benefits of essential oils. He plays soccer, and one night when he came home, I made him a body oil. I can still remember his exclamation the next day: "Wow, I can walk down the stairs!"(Anthemis nobilis)Very soothing, calming, a strong antispasmodic and anti-inflammatory, this oil is perfect to relieve the body from general muscle tension.(Mentha x piperita)A powerful analgesic, cooling, anti-inflammatory and antispasmodic, peppermint is a wonderful oil to use for any musculoskeletal trauma (and that includes injuries). It helps reduce swelling, ease pain, and brings a welcome cooling effect.(Origanum majorana)Relaxes tension and muscle pain. An analgesic, antispasmodic, antirheumatic - excellent to relax the muscles, and avoid both muscular and joint pain.(Laurus nobilis)Analgesic, and antispasmodic, this is a wonderful oil to soothe musculoskeletal aches and pains (not surprising that it was used to crown Ancient Greece's athletes and Olympians).(Juniperus communis) Detoxifying, antirheumatic, analgesic and anti-inflammatory, Juniper is excellent to ease stiffness and promote elimination of waste.I love to use a body oil after working out, running or hiking. I apply it in the shower and use an exfoliating glove on my skin, enjoying the dual effect of the massage and the scrub. You can also, of course, apply the body oil right after your shower.I chose a 3% dilution, as your whole body will likely be covered by the oil (for focus on small, local areas, you can use a higher percentage).Here is my recipe for a 2oz post-workout body oil:I use jojoba oil, because it absorbs right into my skin and does not leave a greasy feeling.If you don't like body oils, don't worry - you can also use this synergy in aloe vera gel. The gel itself is very soothing and cooling. However, I always add at least a teaspoon of a carrier oil to make sure essential oils are diluted and well blended into the gel.Enjoy your workout, and the day after!Shutes, Jade. Foundations of Aromatherapy.


theindependent--2019-04-09--This is how much muscle you can gain in a month according to experts

This is how much muscle you can gain in a month, according to experts

It can be tempting to step on the scale following a week of intense workouts at the gym to check whether you’ve gained any muscle - but chances are, you haven’t.  In reality, building muscle doesn’t happen overnight - and it requires significant work and commitment to see results.  Noticeable, substantial muscle gain is more likely to take years rather than months and the amount of muscle weight gain possible in a month is actually quite small.  Any drastic weight fluctuations over the course of a month are typically the result of fluid loss or retention - and not new, bulging muscles.  The amount of muscle any one person can gain in a month varies by individual, according to SPEAR physical therapist Marc Jacobchick, DPT.  “The maximum amount of muscle you can gain in one month differs not only between men and women, but also between each individual,” Jacobchick told The Independent. “Variables such as training intensity, volume, frequency, genetic makeup, diet, rest, and hormonal levels each have a specific effect on muscle gain.”  However, even if your diet is perfect and you maintain a flawless workout regime, do not expect to see a significant weight difference in just a month's time.  “With all of those things considered, the average man can gain about one to two pounds of muscle per month and the average woman up to one pound per month,” Jacobchick told us.  Although certain exercises do not make it possible to build more than, at most, a couple pounds of muscle at a time, there are some that will help you build muscle faster in the long run.  Jacobchick told us: “Heavy resistance exercises have been shown to build muscle quicker than light resistance exercises and cardio” - the foundation of the overload principle.  For muscles to change, and grow, the “stimulus (exercise) must be great enough to cause small tears in the muscle that, with rest and proper nutrition, will grow back bigger and stronger than before,” he said.  Essentially, to build muscle, you must use your muscles.  Workouts that involve lifting weights are suitable - and recommended - for muscle gain, whereas cardio-based exercise will result in minimal results.  “Based on the overload principle, the stimulus of cardiovascular exercise is usually insufficient to cause significant muscle gain,” Jacobchick told us. “Think about it: your muscles don’t need to get bigger and stronger to gain endurance, they need to be bigger and stronger to lift heavier weights.”  “To gain muscle, you should be doing weight training and minimal cardio,” Tiger told The Independent. “Just doing cardio helps to lose excess body fat, but doing too much can actually result in your body burning through muscle.”  Another thing to consider when working towards muscle gain is your eating habits.  If the number on the scale is rising steadily and frequently, the weight gained may be the result of fat gain and not muscle, if liquid retention isn't the case.  While you can still gain muscle even if you are eating poorly, a diet of mostly saturated or fatty foods will hinder muscle growth rather than support it.  According to Jacobchick, the “quality, quantity, and timing of your diet have a direct impact on your ability to gain muscle.”  For those serious about gaining muscle, the best foods to eat are natural and high in protein.  Timing is important as it is integral to refuel your muscles after straining them.  For the best results, Jacobchick recommends eating within 30 minutes to an hour of working out - as it’s the “optimal time for your muscles to take in the protein that you ingest and begin the rebuilding process.”  Building muscles may be a slow process, but the dedication to maintaining a healthy lifestyle will show over time.  This article was originally published in July 2018


theindependent--2019-05-29--Men who use steroids to build muscle have apos90 chance of becoming sterileapos

Men who use steroids to build muscle have '90% chance of becoming sterile'

Men who use steroids to gain muscle could be damaging their chances of having children, according to scientists.  Researchers have revealed that men who use anabolic steroids, which mimic the effect of the male hormone testosterone in the body and are used as performance-enhancing drugs to increase muscle growth, have a 90 per cent chance of becoming sterile.  The academics state that so many people are inadvertently sacrificing their fertility that men are at risk of an evolutionary paradox.  Dubbed the Mossman-Pacey paradox, the theory is named after the two researchers who first described it: Dr James Mossman of Brown University and Professor Allan Pacey, from the University of Sheffield.  Speaking to the BBC, Dr Mossman said that taking steroids might make men look more “attractive” but could turn them into “an evolutionary dud”.  “I noticed some men coming in to have their fertility tested and these guys were huge,” said Dr Mossman.  “They are trying to look really big, to look like the pinnacles of evolution. But they are making themselves very unfit in an evolutionary sense, because without exception they had no sperm in their ejaculation at all.”  According to the NHS, the use of anabolic steroids has become one of the main causes of preventable male factor infertility.  Phil Harris, consultant gynaecologist and clinical lead at Fertility Fusion said: “I am seeing an increasing number of men at the clinic who simply aren’t aware of the damage that taking anabolic steroids can do to their long-term health and fertility.  "We advise anyone who wishes to start a family now and in the future to avoid taking anabolic steroids where possible”.  But, what effect does it really have?  The researchers state that steroids trick the brain’s pituitary gland into thinking the testes are going into overdrive.  As such, the glands react by shutting down the production of two hormones – called FSH and LH – which are the key hormones behind the production of sperm.  Mossman and Pacey add that there is a similar theme in men using medication to prevent male pattern baldness, and that while the damage to fertility from steroid use is well known, this is the first time scientists have coined a specific term due to the vast numbers of people now affected.  “I would say more anabolic steroid users are likely to become sterile than you would think - 90 per cent probably,” Pacey said.  "Baldness is a bit more hit-and-miss, but sales are going through the roof and that makes it an increasingly common problem.  “Isn’t it ironic that men go to the gym to look wonderful, for the most part to attract women, and inadvertently decrease their fertility.”  The NHS states that regularly taking anabolic steroids can lead to a number of physical and psychological changes in both men and women, as well as potentially dangerous medical conditions.  The physical effects in men can include reduced sperm count, shrunken testicles, breast development, increased risk of prostate cancer and severe acne.  While the physical effects in women include facial hair growth, loss of breasts, deepened voice and hair loss.  The findings follow a recent study which revealed that, like women, men may also have a time limit on having children.  According to a new study published in the journal Maturitas, men should consider banking their sperm before reaching “advanced paternal age”, which has been variably defined as above the age of 35 or 45 in medical fields.  This is because men older than this may experience decreased fertility, the study states, and put their female partners at higher risk of a number of pregnancy and birthing complications, such as gestational diabetes, pre-eclampsia and preterm birth.  Additionally, infants born to older fathers may also be at higher risk of a number of conditions, such as congenital heart disease, newborn seizures and low birth weight.


theindependent--2019-06-20--Fifth of young men who exercise engage in aposdisordered eatingapos to gain muscle study finds

Fifth of young men who exercise engage in 'disordered eating' to gain muscle, study finds

A fifth of young men who exercise to gain muscle may be at risk of so-called muscularity-orientated disordered eating behaviours, a new research finds.  The study, conducted by researchers at the UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital in San Francisco, found that 22 per cent of males aged 18-24 who work out to bulk up exhibit these disordered eating behaviours.  Meanwhile, five per cent of women in the same age category show similar characteristics.  The behaviours are defined as including at least one of the following: eating more or differently to gain weight or bulk up, and use of dietary supplements or anabolic steroids to achieve the same goal.  The study’s researchers say that such behaviours, if left unchecked, may develop into muscle dysmorphia, which is characterised by a strict diet, obsessive over-exercising, and an extreme preoccupation with physique.  “Some eating disorders can be challenging to diagnose,” said the study’s first author Jason Nagata, MD, of the UCSF Division of Adolescent and Young Adult Medicine.  “Unlike anorexia nervosa, which may be easily identified by parents or paediatricians, disordered eating to increase bulk may masquerade as healthy habits and because of this, it tends to go unnoticed.”  Body dysmorphic disorder (BDD), or body dysmorphia, is a mental health condition where a person spends a lot of time worrying about flaws in their appearance, the NHS states. These flaws, as they view them, are often unnoticeable to others.  In the case of muscle mass, the dysmorphic disorder is also known as “bigorexia” – an anxiety disorder which causes someone to see themselves as small, despite actually being big and muscular.  The research, published in the International Journal of Eating Disorders, involved researchers analysing the behaviour of 14,891 young adults from the US.  The analysts wanted to find out if their early data, when the participants’ average age was 15, showed something about their perceptions and habits that may serve as warning signs of disordered eating.  Their findings showed that young men who exercised specifically to gain weight had 142 per cent higher odds of this type of eating. Meanwhile, the odds increased by 248 per cent for young women.  Male participants who perceived themselves as being underweight also had 56 per cent higher odds of developing the behaviours linked to muscularity-orientated disordered food consumption, while in women the odds were 271 per cent higher.  Smoking and alcohol use in men, and smoking in women, increased odds moderately.  When it came to the intake of supplements to gain weight or build muscle, 6.9 per cent of the men reported they had take something to increase this, with 2.8 per cent saying they used anabolic steroids.  Use by women was significantly lower at 0.7 per cent and 0.4 per cent, respectively.  “Supplements are a black box, since they are not regulated,” stated Nagata.  “In extreme cases, supplements can cause liver and kidney damage. Anabolic steroids can cause both long-term and short-term health issues, including shrunken testicles, stunted growth and heart disease.”  The NHS states that anabolic steroids are prescription-only medicines that are sometimes taken without medical advice to increase muscle mass and improve athletic performance.  However, when taken without medical permission, they can cause serious side effects and addiction.  Nagata continued, explaining that visible signs that could indicate behaviours may be developing into muscle dysmorphia include a highly restrictive diet that omits fats and carbohydrates, compulsive weighing and checking of appearance, and extensive time dedicated to exercise that may cut into social activities.  At its most extreme, the behaviours can lead to heart failure due to insufficient calories and overexertion, as well as muscle dysmorphia which is linked to social withdrawal and depression.  If you have been affected by any of the issues mentioned in this article, you can contact the following organisations for support:


thesun--2019-01-07--What is bigorexia how many does muscle dysmorphia affect and what are the symptoms

What is bigorexia, how many does muscle dysmorphia affect and what are the symptoms?

BIGOREXIA – or reverse anorexia – amongst men is on the rise in the UK.  The body-image disorder is believed to affect one in 10 men who are training in gyms at the moment. We take a closer look at the condition…  Bigorexia used to be known as muscle dysmorphia.  It is an anxiety-led body image disorder that causes someone to see themselves as small despite being big and muscular.  The condition is often described as ‘reverse anorexia’.  It is not known what causes the condition but some doctors claim it is either down to a genetic disorder or a chemical imbalance in the brain.  Research suggests one in ten men in UK gyms is currently suffering from the condition.  Doctors claim it has become a more common sight as there is increased pressure on men to look a certain way to feel successful, powerful and attractive.  The commonly perceived ideal shape is now a muscular silhouette with a ‘V’ shaped body and a six pack.  According to the NHS, the condition is also more likely to develop in people who were teased, bullied or abused when they were young.  Most men with bigorexia are weightlifters or bodybuilders.  However, this does not mean that most weightlifters are bigorexic.  Compared to normal weightlifters who reportedly spending up to 40 minutes a day thinking about body development.  In contrast, men with bigorexia report being preoccupied for five or more hours a day, with the main thought being that their bodies are under-developed.  No, the opposite will be true in most cases.  Unlike many bodybuilders who enjoy the opportunity to show their physique in public, bigorexics typically do not.  Many will hide away for days at a time because of embarrassment about their body shape.  Typically, men with bigorexia have low self-esteem and generally have a poor sense of self along with feelings of emptiness.  Several treatments are available, including cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT).  A medication called a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) can also be an option.  However if symptoms do not improve antidepressants such as clomipramine can be prescribed.


thesun--2019-08-22--Is this the most ripped 63-year-old in the world Gran exercises five times a week and claims her mu

Is this the most ripped 63-year-old in the world? Gran exercises five times a week and claims her muscles help her bag men DECADES younger

A GRANDMOTHER who works out five times a week has revealed how men decades younger are drawn by her muscles.  Lesley Maxwell, 63, has revealed how her "ageless" figure has positively impacted on her love life which sees her only date guys her junior.  The fitness professional - who has three grandchildren - from Melbourne in Australia, became a personal trainer at 48 and won her first figure competition at the age of 49.  "I had always had a keen interest in fitness and health and I was determined to find a way to nourish my body to look and feel younger," she said.  "I used to love being strong and winning bets with boys that I could lift more than them.  “My mum used to tell me 'boys don't like girls with muscles' - but I know they did!”  Lesley, who previously worked in promotions and as a make-up artist, has revealed how her newfound figure now draws men.  "I'm always approached by younger men, I feel ageless so it works," she explained.  "All of my partners have been younger than me, including my ex-husband, whom I had a 13-year age gap with.  “I'm much happier and confident in myself now than when I was younger, especially since I have made many friends through the gym and competing.”  The newly-single grandmother - who has won 30 titles for her impressive physique - added: "All I'd say is - don't wait! I think every woman would like to bring their sexy back."  Lesley has revealed the changes to her lifestyle which have helped her stay youthful - including exercising five times a week for an hour doing deadlifts, squats, chest press and ab exercises.  Additionally, she said: "Firstly, look after yourself and your body with nutrient-dense food - no refined or junk food!  “Train with weights to create a younger-looking body, as it can really lift and tone bums and arms better.”  Earlier today, we revealed how a 24-year-old woman has made £3,000 in six months in lavish gifts from sugar daddies as old as 55.  We also told you how people who use emojis have more sex because "they're better at communicating desire".  And the 'Ride-Along' sex position puts the woman in the driving seat and promises fiery climax.


thesun--2019-11-19--Surgeon holds Russian man’s Popeye tricep made from jelly and ‘dead muscle’ weighing 3lbs after it w

Surgeon holds Russian man’s Popeye tricep made from jelly and ‘dead muscle’ weighing 3lbs after it was removed

A SURGEON has removed lumps of jelly and dead muscle from the bulging arms of an ex-soldier who wanted to become a real-life Popeye.  Bodybuilder Kirill Tereshin, 23, was warned he could die or have to undergo a double amputation if he didn't get rid of his ludicrous implants.  Dr Dmitry Melnikov is now extracting pounds of flesh and the petroleum jelly the Russian injected to bizarrely bulk-up his triceps and biceps.  Holding one massive 3lb lump taken from one of Tereshin's 24-inch arms, he said: “Here it is, scar tissue with fragments of muscles.”  Tereshin - who has received international attention for his fake muscles - will now go under the knife at least three more times.  He was persuaded to undergo urgent treatment by Alana Mamaeva, 32, a leading campaigner for victims of botched plastic surgery.  In one video, the failed MMA fighter is seen asking the surgeon: "How many muscles have I lost?"  Melnikov, from Sechenov Moscow State Medical University, earlier warned him that he could die if the dodgy implants stayed.  After the surgery the medic told him: “The problem is that this is the petroleum jelly.  "You injected this so thoroughly, that it spread in the muscle and killed it."  The surgeon later revealed: “We have done 25 per cent of the repairs.”  Afterwards, Tereshin will hopefully have arm movement but his fake muscles will be gone.  The Russian surgeon added: “Petroleum jelly saturates the muscles, under skin tissues and the skin itself.  “All that has to be removed, but we need to keep the vein, nerves and other functions of the limb.”  He warned: “Petroleum jelly is not designed for injection, only external application.  “Kirill injected about three litres into each arm. It saturated the muscle tissues, blocked blood flow.  “As a result the tissue dies and gets replaced with a scar which is as tough as a tree, you can even knock on it and hear the usual sound.”  The disastrous implants were causing him “high fever, strong pain, and weakness”.  He was “lucky” that the damage had remained only in his limbs and not spread to the rest of his body.  The doctor warned that women in Russia are increasingly using petroleum jelly for cheap beauty fixes.  “Unfortunately, this is not a rare case,” he said.  “In the whole our country women are often injected with petroleum jelly and so get disfigured.  “Instead of expensive plastic surgery, they agree to petroleum jelly injections and later come to us to remove it.  “We have seen petroleum jelly injected into breasts, buttocks, and other parts of the female body. We are warning that it is extremely dangerous.


naturalnews--2019-12-29--Men who use steroids to bulk up risk sexual and reproductive dysfunction

(Natural News) Men using steroids to boost their physique may be doing more harm than good to their bodies, experts warn, linking the drugs to increased risk for infertility and erectile dysfunction.  James Mossman, a researcher from Brown University, first noticed the effects that steroids have on men’s fertility after seeing “huge” men getting tested for their fertility, while he was studying for his doctorate at the University of Sheffield.  “They are trying to look really big, to look like the pinnacles of evolution. But they are making themselves very unfit in an evolutionary sense, because without exception they had no sperm in their ejaculation at all,” Mossman said in an interview with the BBC.  Allan Pacey, a professor of andrology at Sheffield and Mossman’s research partner on the link between anabolic-androgenic steroids and sterility, told the BBC that he finds the situation “ironic.”  “Isn’t it ironic that men go to the gym to look wonderful, for the most part to attract women, and inadvertently decrease their fertility?” Pacey said.  This phenomenon, where men damage their fertility by taking drugs designed to make them more attractive to potential partners, has been named the Mossman-Pacey paradox after the two scientists.  The same fertility issue has been seen in men using the anti-balding drug finasteride, according to the two, noting that the drug can also trigger erectile dysfunction. Finasteride, a prescription drug originally sold for the treatment of prostate problems, limits hair loss by changing the way the body metabolizes testosterone, stopping it from being converted into dihydrotestosterone, a male androgen linked to baldness.  Mother Nature's micronutrient secret: Organic Broccoli Sprout Capsules now available, delivering 280mg of high-density nutrition, including the extraordinary "sulforaphane" and "glucosinolate" nutrients found only in cruciferous healing foods. Every lot laboratory tested. See availability here.  In a study conducted by The George Washington University and published in JAMA Dermatology, roughly five percent of men taking the medication experienced a decline in sperm count.  In his interview, Mossman noted that while taking these vanity-based medications might make one more attractive, these have the risk of turning one into “an evolutionary dud,” adding that this current trend of “killing fertility” to make one more appealing to members of the opposite sex is “probably unique” to humans.  Mossman and Pacey, in their BBC interview, warned that men may not be aware of the potentially life-changing side effects of their vanity, adding that men who may be enticed to try steroids might be dissuaded by more information on the drugs’ dangerous side effects.  “It keeps cropping up in clinics and the message is not getting out to young men that it’s a problem and a bit of info could save them a lot of heartache,” Pacey said.  The danger of using steroids  By definition, anabolic-androgenic steroids are synthetic drugs that mimic the effect of the male hormone testosterone in the body and are used to increase muscle growth in patients with muscle-wasting diseases such as AIDS, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), as well as cancer and kidney and liver disease. According to the National Health Service (NHS), despite the drugs’ status as prescription medication, many individuals still take anabolic-androgenic steroids as illicit performance enhancers.  Despite the stereotype of steroid-pumping athletes, however, an article published by the UK-based news site The Guardian, citing a report by Public Health Wales, said up to 1 million people in the U.K. take anabolic steroids and other image and performance-enhancing drugs (IPEDs) not because of any plans to compete in sports, but rather, to change the way they look.  The Guardian report said these users range from teenagers “seeking the perfect physique” to elderly men “hoping to hang on to youthful looks.”  This is corroborated by an NHS report, which says that people of all ages have been known to misuse these drugs, including adolescent boys who suffer from body dysmorphic disorder – a mental health condition where a person spends a lot of time worrying about perceived flaws in their appearance. (Related: Study finds young men who feel ‘too skinny’ more likely to be depressed, use steroids.)  Despite their perceived benefits to users, however, the NHS reiterates that steroids – commonly referred to as gym candy, gear, juice and roids – have been linked to increasingly dangerous side effects such as an increased risk of prostate cancer, heart attack, stroke, liver and kidney problems, hypertension and blood clots, as well as psychological problems such as aggressive behavior, mood swings, paranoia, manic behavior and hallucinations and delusions. Misuse of steroids has also been linked to addiction.


thesun--2019-05-28--Vain men who use steroids and anti-baldness drugs ruin their fertility

Vain men who use steroids and anti-baldness drugs ‘ruin their fertility’

BLOKES who go to extreme lengths to look buffer and younger are damaging their ability to have kids, experts have warned.  Taking steroids to get more muscular or chugging anti-baldness pills damages fertility.  Dr James Mossman has been studying why so many couples struggle to conceive.  And he discovered that there was a link between steroid abuse and fertility trouble.  He told the BBC that men are "trying to look really big, to look like the pinnacles of evolution".  "I noticed some men coming in to have their fertility tested and these guys were huge," he told the BBC.  Despite trying to get into peak shape, however, these guys were actually doing the exact opposite.  "They are making themselves very unfit in an evolutionary sense, because without exception they had no sperm in their ejaculation at all".  Anabolic steroids mimic the effect of the male hormone testosterone in the body, and are used to increase muscle mass.  "Isn't it ironic that men go to the gym to look wonderful, for the most part to attract women, and inadvertently decrease their fertility," said Professor Allan Pacey, from the University of Sheffield.  Steroids work by making the body increase testosterone production everywhere except the testicles where it's needed for sperm production.  When blokes take extra testosterone, their natural production of the hormone stops - causing the amount in the testies to drop to rock bottom.  That means that you might still have semen but there won't be any sperm in it.  It can take a year for sperm production to return to normal - if you stop taking the stuff in time.  Researchers claim that the same thing is happening to men who use drugs to combat male pattern baldness.  Finasteride is a drug that can limit hair loss by changing the way testosterone is metabolised in the body.  But it can also cause erectile dysfunction and disrupt fertility.  Prof Pacey told the BBC: "I would say more anabolic steroid users are likely to become sterile than you would think - 90 per cent probably.  "Baldness is a bit more hit-and-miss, but sales are going through the roof and that makes it an increasingly common problem."  Men are sacrificing their ability to father kids in order to look more attractive - something that is completely at odds with the rest of the animal kingdom.  Dr Mossman says that this misguided attempt to appeal to women by killing your fertility is unique to humans.  Prof Pacey told the BBC: "The irony is one thing, but I think the key message is for fertility patients.  "It keeps cropping up in clinics and the message is not getting out to young men that it's a problem and a bit of info could save them a lot of heartache."  Taking anabolic steroids doesn't just come with the risk of infertility.  It can also lead to kidney failure, liver damage, high blood pressure, stroke and heart attack - even in young people.  If you are worried about your use of anabolic steroids, talk to your GP who can refer you to a counsellor, or talk to Frank.  And if you're concerned about taking anti-baldness medication, again chat your GP to see if they can suggest an alternative.  For the most part, no one thinks you look as bad as you do yourself.  You don't need medication to look healthier - work out regularly, eat healthier, sleep more and you'll naturally look and be fitter.  We pay for your stories! Do you have a story for The Sun Online news team? Email us at tips@the-sun.co.uk or call 0207 782 4368. You can WhatsApp us on 07810 791 502. We pay for videos too. Click here to upload yours


thesun--2019-02-20--Hamilton gained 5kgs in muscle but wont reveal training secrets apart from eating pancakes and Che

Hamilton gained 5kgs in muscle but won’t reveal training secrets… apart from eating pancakes and Cheetos

LEWIS HAMILTON’S pre-season diet of Cheetos and pancakes helped him bulk up so much he struggled to fit in his car.  Britain’s five-time world champ took advantage of Formula One’s new weight rules to put on a stone of muscle over the winter break.  And the Mercedes driver admitted: “I got in the car the other day and I had put weight on. I did my seat fitting and that was... interesting.”  F1's new rules mean drivers now have to carry extra ballast to take them up to at least 12st 8lbs.  Hamilton, 34, beefed up over the winter break from 10st 8lbs to 11st 7lbs.  And he revealed his secret diet included munching on pancakes and cheesy cornmeal snacks.  Hamilton said: “Over the winter I could eat whatever I wanted, so pancakes and Cheetos, all that stuff.  “I stayed very active, and there is good and bad about that as you run low on energy. But for the last month I have been pretty clean.  “My body fat is going down and you target more efficient defined muscle.  “I am not trying to be the Hulk, but it takes time to put on muscle in the right way and it has been great to eat bigger portions.  “I feel in the best shape I have ever been in and can lift more weights.”  However, he remained tight-lipped on his training regime, adding: “You don’t see Roger Federer showing what he's doing training-wise against Rafa Nadal.  “There are things you want to show people, but you have to put your barriers up because you don’t want your competitors to know.  “I’ve just done different disciplines; martial arts, other sports which and use different parts of the body.  “Every year, when you get back in to training it’s painful. I don’t have a trainer, but this year I’ve worked with several different people.  “I’ve tried different things and feel stronger than I’ve been in a long time.”


naturalnews--2019-04-02--Researchers find that consuming blended protein supplements can improve energy malnutrition muscle

Researchers find that consuming blended protein supplements can improve energy malnutrition, muscle mass in leukemia patients

(Natural News) Cancer can accelerate the deterioration of a person’s body like no other. Researchers from China investigated the effects of ingesting a soy-whey protein blend on protein-energy absorption and muscle mass of patients with acute leukemia before they undergo treatment, and published their findings in the journal Nutrition Research.  Patients with acute leukemia often exhibit severe protein-energy malnutrition (PEM) and decrease in muscle mass. The ingestion of a soy-whey protein blend has been shown to promote muscle protein synthesis. The researchers aimed to test the effectiveness of this supplementation on improving the PEM status and muscle mass of acute leukemia patients before they undergo allogeneic stem cell transplantation, commonly known as bone marrow transplant.  The researchers tested their hypothesis on 24 patients who were randomly assigned to a natural diet plus soy-whey blended protein (BP) group and a natural diet only (ND) group.  Their data showed that the protein and energy intake of all 24 participants decreased significantly after transplantation.  In the ND group without the BP intervention, the researchers observed a significant reduction in muscle-related indicators (i.e., anthropometric variables, muscle strength and serum protein) in more than 50 percent of the patients.  Meanwhile, 66 percent of the patients who ingested the soy-whey BP before transplantation exhibited significant increases in arm muscle area. The gripping power value was also significantly higher in the BP group than in the ND group.  The supplementation of the soy-whey BP also increased the levels of serum albumin, globulin and serum total protein to varying degrees.  The power of the elements: Discover Colloidal Silver Mouthwash with quality, natural ingredients like Sangre de Drago sap, black walnut hulls, menthol crystals and more. Zero artificial sweeteners, colors or alcohol. Learn more at the Health Ranger Store and help support this news site.  The researchers noted that the average time to stem cell engraftment was significantly shorter for patients in the BP group (12.2 ± 2.0 days) than for patients in the ND group (15.1 ± 2.9 days).  Based on these findings, the researchers conclude that soy-whey protein blend supplementation can improve the PEM status and muscle mass of leukemia patients.  For healthy individuals aiming to gain muscle mass, here are some of the best supplements to take. Note that these supplements can only take you part of the way – you should also have an exercise program that targets muscle mass and strength, as well as a dietary plan designed to help you meet your fitness goals.  Be the best version of yourself today. Learn more about the health benefits of staying fit and healthy at Slender.news.


thesun--2019-12-15--Weight loss: Knowing your body type could help you shed pounds – so what shape are you?

WE ALL have a particular body type which is determined by our genes and the hormones we produce during puberty.  Generally, we fall in to one of three different types: ectomorph, mesomorph and endomorph.  Ectomorphs usually have small frames and little body fat, mesomorphs have medium frames, develop muscle easily and lose weight easily and endomorphs have large frames and a curvy body shape.  And now top nutritionist Terri-Ann Nunns has revealed that knowing which of these body types you fit under could in fact help you maximise weight loss.  In particular, it will help you know which foods you should be eating or avoiding  Here, Terri-Ann, founder of the Terri Ann 123 Diet Plan, takes The Sun Online through each of three body types and what each category should eat to shed the pounds...  What does an ectomorph look like?  Ectomorphs tend to be naturally lean and have a fast metabolism, according to Terri-Ann.  She said: "Having a body type that’s defined as an ectomorph means that physically your appearance is small, thin and lean.  "You have a very fast metabolism and find it difficult to gain weight because of this.  "Having a fast metabolism means that calories are burnt at a much a quicker rate compared to those with a steady or slow metabolism – meaning you may find it difficult to maintain or gain weight. "Essentially, these are the type of people that seem to be able to eat for England, but never gain weight."  What should an ectomorph eat?  Ectomorphs should focus on foods high in carbs and proteins.  Terri-Ann says: "If this sounds like you, you really need to ensure that your calorie intake is substantial enough to ensure your body is being fuelled with the energy that it needs.  "Eating foods that are high in carbohydrates, such as wholegrain pasta and brown rice, will help to increase your calorie intake but still consist of a healthy balanced diet.  "Protein should also be a key part of any ectomorphs diet such as lean meats and eggs as it will help to build muscle mass, something that this body type typically lacks.  Best exercise for ectomorphs: Muscle building workouts such as weight training and squats that will help to contribute to building muscle mass.  What does a mesomorph look like?  The best of both worlds, mesomorphs are somewhere in the middle of ectomorphs and endomorphs.  Terri-Ann says: "A mesomorph is someone who has a physical description that would be described as naturally athletic – meaning they have a fairly large bone structure and large muscles.  "If you have this body type, you’ll find it fairly easy to either lose or gain weight – depending on your fitness goals.  "It’s essentially the perfect body type for building and maintain muscle as they are naturally strong and gain muscle and fat much easier than other body types."  Mesomorphs should eat a diet high in complex carbs such as wholegrains and beans as well as lean protein.  Terri-Ann says: "In terms of your diet if you’re a mesomorph, essentially the basic principle is to follow a healthy balanced diet that is slightly higher in carbohydrates.  "Your body will respond well when you fuel it with healthy foods and the mesomorph’s high tolerance for carbohydrates and turning them into fuel means you can eat them much more regularly and feel benefits.  "Try to eat a diet high in complex carbs such as wholegrains, beans and vegetables, lean protein such as lentils, white fish and Greek yoghurt and also healthy fats such as avocados and nuts."  Best exercise for mesomorphs: Weight training and cardio workouts are advised to keep healthy and you’ll find you see results quite quickly.  What does an endomorph look like?  People with the endomorph body type tend to naturally have higher percentages of body fat.  Terri-Ann says: "An endomorph is someone who is typically described as quite ‘stocky’.  "This means they are quite rounded in their appearance, gain fat quite easily and have a slow metabolism, meaning they find it hard to lose weight.  "This slow metabolism is often a key factor in weight gain as an endomorph may struggle to keep weight at bay and is the type of person that feels as though they simply look at a slice of cake and gain 10lbs!"  What should an endomorph eat?  Endomorphs should tried to avoid refined carbs like white bread and instead focus on lean protein, fruit and veg.  "It’s wise to avoid a diet that is really high in foods that contribute to further to weight gain including refined carbohydrates, such as white bread and pasta, and foods high in sugar and fat," Terri-Ann says.  "Instead, opt for a diet that is high in good fats, lean protein and fruit and vegetables."  Best exercise for endomorphs: Exercise should be focused more on cardio to help speed up your metabolism, but weight training can also help with this – so try to balance your workouts to help turn fat into muscle  If you're still unsure of exactly what body type you are, there are online tests you can take - like this one here.  Despite this, PT and owner of No1 Fitness Harry Thomas has cautioned that weight loss isn't always necessarily down to body type.  He said: "With weight loss, it's honestly nothing to do with body types or foods that are eaten. It's down to energy balance first."  However, if knowing your body type makes you more cautious about what you put into your body - you're guaranteed to cut down on calorie intake and reduce body fat.


thedailyrecord--2019-11-24--Strongman Eddie Hall dropped weights on his penis in 'worst ever' injury

Former World's Strongest Man champ Eddie Hall has spent a lifetime building his super-sized physique.  Currently weighing in at 28 stone, the 6ft 3in strongman reveals the blood, sweat and calories involved in building 'The Beast'.  The 31-year-old's love affair with the gym began in childhood , and since those early days his passion for lifting heavy has never waned - despite serious injury.  But Eddie seems to brush off injuries that would make any other grown adult cry like a baby, the Mirror Online reports.  He recalled: "I piled a load of heavy weights on a leg-press machine and then heard a loud thud. It had come crashing down and the weights had landed on my penis. I nearly bled to death.  "It was bad. The worst ever. I didn't cry for help though. I just lifted them off, drove myself to hospital and got stitched up. I was back training soon enough."  Maintaining his massive physique is a full-time job. And it starts from the second he wakes up.  "On average I eat 8,000 calories a day,' smiles Eddie. 'I have two breakfasts.  "A full English at first - four slices of bacon, four sausages, black pudding, eggs, fried bread, beans, the works.  "Then a second breakfast of porridge and about five portions of fruit.  "I snack all day on cashew nuts and beef jerky and lunch will be steak or chicken with rice, pasta and veggies and half a family-sized cheesecake for pudding.  "Then I have a steak and rice meal then the evenings get hefty. Spaghetti bolognese or a curry and the other half of that cheesecake to polish it off."  To many, that would seem an obscene amount of food, but with the three hours in the gym Eddie commits to each day, it's the bare minimum he needs to fuel his impressive frame.  "I get my vitamins in and make sure I cover all the food groups," he says seriously.  "I see a nutritionist and have a good mix of protein, carbs and fats, but to power a body my size in training, I can more or less eat what I like.  "My wife is brilliant and does most of the cooking. She has to cook separately for herself and the kids, and cooking these extra meals for me is constant.  "At the times where I've been training really hard, our food bill was £300 a week. And that's just for me. The other family supplies were on top of that," he explains.  But it's quite a process for someone to go on to be crowned the strongest man in the entire world.  For hundreds of years, crowds have marvelled in wonder at watching men lift, pull and throw their way to the 'world's strongest' title.  Early accounts of the event include reports of men lifting elephants, pulling planes and as the movement increased in popularity, due to icons such as Arnold Schwarzenegger, it opened it up to a mainstream audience.  Little Eddie was just five when he realised he had a flair for fitness.  "My mum was a swimming teacher and I have two older brothers - anyone with siblings knows that it makes you competitive," he laughs.  "I had to be faster than them in the pool and by the time I was 10 I won the national championships and had broken records. But unfortunately my life took a turn after that.  "I went into a depression following anxiety attacks. I was thrown off the swimming squad, I got a girl pregnant and my nan was diagnosed with cancer. My world came crashing down.  "I hardly left the house for two years until one day my parents suggested joining a gym. I never looked back."  Slowly, Eddie started to love his time in the gym. Surrounded by men his own age, he felt a rush of endorphins when he finished a training session, hugely helping with his mental health issues.  "The euphoric feeling the gym gave me became addictive," he explains.  "When I was 19 I'd built up such a huge strength and the stronger I became, the more the demons stayed at bay.  '"I started posting videos of my progress on YouTube and Facebook and realised I was one of the strongest men in the country.  "I said on that day, "I'm going to win the World's Strongest Man," and 10 years later to the day, I achieved it."  With a love of weight training and sheer determination, Eddie won the UK's strongest man every year between 2011 and 2017, and then went on to achieve the highly coveted world title in 2017, the first win for the UK in 24 years.  But being a beast for a living has its challenges. "I've broken a few sofas in my time," he laughs sheepishly.  "I plonk myself down on my friends' sofas and often they split straight down the middle. I have a custom-made, heavy-duty bed at home, but I've broken my fair share of hotel beds, too.'  Transport is another issue that's tricky to navigate. "It's a real nightmare to be honest," Eddie says.  "It has to be first class on trains, business class on planes - I don't fit in an economy seat. I drive the largest car I could get in the UK, a Ford Ranger pick-up. Even that's a squeeze," he adds.  Another inevitable issue with maintaining a strongman body are the health risks. Having being criticised for his size, Eddie has to agree with their concerns.  "It is unhealthy when you're at the very top level of strongman,' he says. 'To be the best in the world you push your body to absolute limits.  "I was 32 stone when I won it. The NHS would say that's one of the most morbidly obese men who's ever lived. But it's muscle weight.  "I see doctors regularly and have tests and, touch wood, I haven't had a scare yet. But marathon runners die, footballers drop dead, any sports come with a risk."  Another risk of extreme weight lifting (Eddie broke the world record by lifting 500kg, or 79 stone, in a deadlift then passed out) are inevitable injuries.  Becoming a massive name in the strongman world, Eddie is now famous across the globe and has masses of fans, something he and his family have managed to adapt to seamlessly.  "The kids fully get it. It wasn't overnight fame so they had time to get used to it. They know if they pop into Tesco with their dad it won't take 10 minutes, it'll take an hour," he smiles.  "But we take it in our stride. Even on my honeymoon in Mauritius I was recognised everywhere.  "Fans always want to arm-wrestle or for me to pick them up! But I totally embrace it. I even train in a public gym because I like the atmosphere.  "Of course people want pictures, but I shun my home gym to get in there and train with everyone else."  Eddie has also gained a few celebrity fans, and unsurprisingly, a few want his help when it comes to hitting the gym.  "Paddy McGuinness comes and trains with me when he can. I have to train a different body part each day for three hours to stay on-brand, plus four hours of cardio on top," he says.  "But Paddy has transformed his physique. He's been a bit chubby in the past but he's solid now, fair play to the guy."  Eddie is also surprised by how many celebrities know who he is.  "I'm always amazed when I go on game shows and all these big stars want pictures! But for me, it's Arnie himself being a fan that blows my mind.  "He comes to watch me and cheers me on and he mentions me in his speeches. I had the opportunity to train with him and we had breakfast.  "Five-year-old Eddie Hall would be so excited right now. He was my hero growing up," he smiles.  Aside from knowing Mr Schwarzenegger on a personal level, Eddie has now had a chance to work with him to inspire others, just as Arnie inspired Eddie as a young boy.  "I've been able to produce a documentary with Arnold all about mental health, which is out soon. It's hard to follow in his footsteps, but I've achieved so many goals that it's now great to work with him and speak out.  "He's got me out of some dark places, if I can do that for someone else, that would be great."  And the sky is the limit for Mr Hall, who plans on grabbing every single opportunity that comes his way.  "I'm starring in a Hollywood film which is so exciting!  "I did the reality show Celebs In Solitary, which was absolutely awful, but I'd love to do Strictly and I'm A Celebrity. Watch this space!'  He also has two small children to keep him busy and he admits, 'Yes, their friends love coming over for playtime and being picked up!'  He certainly wouldn't mind them carrying on his legacy one day.  "If my kids wanted to do it I'd love to help them. Even my daughter could do strongwoman.  "It's a sport which is growing and I'd support them whatever they wanted to do. If I could turn my little lad into the world's strongest man, I'd love to.  "He has the tools, I have the knowledge. But for now they have it good. In the age-old argument of, "My dad's bigger than your dad," they win every time!"  - Watch Eddie in Eddie Eats America, Sundays at 6pm on Dave.


themanchestereveningnews--2019-11-12--From 'dad bod' to buff god... how a 'tired' dad-of-four completely transformed his look while still

From 'dad bod' to buff god... how a 'tired' dad-of-four completely transformed his look while still having fry-ups for breakfast

This bloke went from dad bod to buff god – shedding more than five stone in just 10 MONTHS to look a decade younger.  At the turn of the new year Karl West, 37, couldn’t play with his kids because his bulging 16st 12lbs frame meant he got tired out too quickly.  On top of this, the dad-of-four, who wore size 38-inch waist trousers, was waking up twice a week unable to breathe due to sleep apnoea, a dangerous condition which his doctor said could be linked to his surplus weight.  But in January married Karl, from Wrexham, took up the keto diet after hearing that Tyson Fury used it to shed the pounds – and was amazed to drop five stone in 10 months.  By swapping fast food for keto cakes and lifting weights in the gym four times a week, Karl even honed his flabby physique into a muscular figure a bodybuilder would be proud of – while still being able to scoff bacon, sausages, cheese and mayo.  Most importantly, it is now younger kids Hollie 11, Tetan, 10, and, Carson, six who struggle to keep up with their dad and his boundless energy  Psychology student Karl said: “In December last year, I weighed 16st 12lbs and knew I needed to change – I would have ended up over 17 stone.  “I was also suffering from depression and was really in a rut.  "I thought if my mental state was going to improve i would have to improve my fitness.  “I decided to do keto because I follow boxing and knew Tyson Fury had used it to lose a few stone, so thought I would give it a try.  “Now, having lost five stone in 10 months, I feel like the weight loss has taken 10 years off me.  “My life has changed for the better.  “Before I felt so old, I got really lethargic and tired, but now I’m young again.  “I play five aside football and can run around with my kids.  “Last year playing around the house I felt that I couldn’t join in, but now it’s the children that can’t keep up with me.”  Karl used to work out when he was younger, but working 12-hour shifts in a factory while trying to look after this kids meant he went seven years without entering a gym.  The dad said this, combined with a slowing metabolism as he got older and an addiction to pasties and battered chicken takeaways made it harder to stop the figure on the scales from going up and up.  But within a few months of starting keto, Karl’s weight had dropped to 13st 12lbs and he had the confidence to begin exercising alone in his home, doing ab workouts.  He swapped his love of white bread and pasta for high fat, low carb meals heavy on cream, lard and cheese and snacks such as pork scratchings and pickled eggs.  Karl later joined a gym and began weight training again with full body workouts four times a week and ab workouts every day until he had honed a muscular physique.  He said: “Before I lost weight I was having sleep apnoea, I would wake up a few times unable to breathe and my GP said it was related to my weight.  “It was a trigger point, they say it can be quite dangerous.  "From the age of 16 to 25 I was quite healthy, I was going to the gym but eight years doing 12 hour shifts in a factory to put food on the table meant I didn't take care of myself."  Karl said keto cakes – where no flour is used and almond ground and coco is used as a sweetener – made by wife Nicola, 40, a psychology student and mum-of-six, helped him kick his sugar cravings at the start.  As part of the new diet he has kicked his love of sugar and carbs but is still able to enjoy fry up breakfasts containing bacon and chipolata sausages.  Karl, who is now a psychology student at Glyndwr University, said: “At the start it was very difficult because I got sugar cravings.  “But I find that food has a better taste to it now, I can appreciate it more on my taste buds.  "When I look back to the last couple of years I wasn't really thinking about what I was eating.  "My wife and I have always been really close but I don't think I'd have been able to do it without her.  "I've also been surprised at how nice people have been, everyone has been so encouraging.”     Breakfast: Full English fry up cooked in vegetable oil or rounds of toast.  Dinner: Battered chicken, or carb-heavy meals of pasta, rice or potatoes.  Lunch: Healthy fats like avocado, macadamia nuts and almonds, mature cheddar cheese, and chicken and vegetables cooked in duck fat or lard and served with full fat cream or mayonnaise.  Dinner: Chicken, pork or lamb with vegetables grown above ground or salad, and ground almond keto bread

newsdesk@men-news.co.uk (Chris Jaffray, Simon Smith)


thesun--2019-04-24--Powerlifter who trains with Game of Thrones The Mountain bench presses 110kg bar in EACH HAND

Powerlifter who trains with Game of Thrones’ The Mountain bench presses 110kg bar – in EACH HAND

A POWERLIFTER who trains with Game of Thrones star The Mountain has bench pressed a 110kg bar – in EACH HAND.  Larry Wheels, 24, posted a video of himself accomplishing the incredible and almost unbelievable feat almost effortlessly.  The bodybuilding competitor carries out a few reps totaling 220kg before standing up and celebrating in front of the camera.  Wheels, who describes himself as one of the strongest powerlifters in the world, revealed he initially wanted to become stronger so that no one would bully him.  He began doing push-ups, pull-ups, and sit-ups every day before starting weight training with two concrete blocks and a broomstick.  The 24-year-old has recently been strongman training with the actor Hafthor Bjornsson – also known as The Mountain in Game of Thrones.  According to Powerlifting Motivation, Wheels went to Iceland for eight weeks to train with the reigning Europe’s Strongest Man.  Wheels was also present at Thor’s Power Gym when the Game of Thrones star broke his own deadlift record with a staggering 1,000 pound load.  The 30-year-old, who won the World’s Strongest Man title for the first time last May, had previously set the feat whilst competing in the 2019 Arnold Strongman Classic.  Bjornsson competed in the elephant bar deadlift in March, where he lifted a truly incredible 474 kilograms (74.6st/1044lb) of weights at the event in Columbus, Ohio.  Sun Men previously revealed how one man who was bullied for suffering from the skin condition psoriasis has had the last laugh after undergoing a stunning body transformation.  Lucas Castillo, 28, who was cruelly called “pizza face” by mean trolls, has finally found confidence in himself through bodybuilding.  The Nomad traveller, from Maryland, USA, has suffered from the condition that causes red, flaky, crusty patches of skin for the past 15 years.


thesun--2019-11-11--Best weight bench 2019: From flat bench, barbell to ab bench and adjustable designs for all workouts

WEIGHT benches are a popular piece of equipment used by fitness buffs in the gym.  Whether you are looking for more of the fitness props for the fitness centre, or for your home, there is something for everyone's needs.  So what are the best weight benches to buy this year?  While some may be looking for an all-purpose weight bench, in which case a utility bench is for you as it can be adjusted.  However, others may be looking for a bench for a specific purpose, such as for an ab workout, or to complete a barbell workout.  But others may be looking for a static flat weight bench to complete their work out on.  Sun Selects has found the best weight benches to suit every customer without breaking the bank.  This article and featured products have been independently chosen by Sun journalists. It contains links which are ads, and if you click a link and buy a product we will earn revenue.  A utility weight bench is the perfect purchase for those who are looking for a sporting equipment to use for all sorts of workouts.  The Opti Utility Weight Training Bench is adjustable, and also has a rack to store dumbbells and other equipment on.  What's more is it can be folded to make it easier to store in the home. • Opti Utility Weight Training Bench for £54.99 from Argos - buy here  Opti Sit Up Weight Bench is the perfect purchase for those wanting to focus on toning their stomach.  The bench has a supportive padded back rest, which can be adjusted for a more intense workout, but it can also be folded to make it easier to pack away. • Opti Sit-Up Weight Bench for £29.99 from Argos - buy here  A barbell weight bench is ideal for those who are looking to focus their workouts on their upper body.  This buy ha a padded adjustable seat, as well as a fitted barbell rack that can be fixed at different height levels to suit the customer. • Weight Bench with Adjustable Barbell Rack for £79.99 from Gorilla Sports - buy here  The Gym Master flat weight bench has received glowing five star reviews from customers, and it is no surprise as it is a must have for numerous exercises.  This sturdy piece of equipment is most popular with fitness fanatics who want to focus on dumbbell and barbell exercises, although other exercises can be completed with this tool. • (AD) Gym Master Heavy Duty Flat Weight Bench for £48.99 from Amazon - buy here  The Yoleo weight bench is just the ticket for those wanting a utility bench that you can complete a full body workout with.  It has a variety of adjustments and add ons, such as a foldable incline and decline, pull weights attached, as well as a non-slip foam cotton and foot cover, all of which can be folded away for safe keeping.  Customers are going head over heels for the device, as one review read: "This is a really nice piece of kit." • (AD) YOLEO Adjustable Weight Bench for £65.99 from Amazon - buy here  We've designed Sun Selects to make shopping for the best products easier.  Enjoyed our round up of weight benches? Why not check out the best badminton rackets for those who want to try their hand at a new sport this year.  If you are on a health kick we have found even more of the best sporting equipment to help you on your way.  This article and any featured products have been independently chosen by The Sun journalists. All recommendations within the article are informed by expert editorial opinion. If you click a link and buy a product we may earn revenue: this helps to support The Sun, and in no way affects our recommendations.


tass--2019-08-23--Kuznetsovs disqualification to have no impact on national hockey team minister

Kuznetsov’s disqualification to have no impact on national hockey team — minister

MOSCOW, August 23. /TASS/. Russian Sports Minister Pavel Kolobkov said the disqualification of Russian hockey player Yevgeny Kuznetsov will have no impact on the work of the Russian Hockey Federation and the national team.  "Firstly, the situation surrounding Kuznetsov will have no impact on the work of the Russian Hockey Federation and will not affect the national team of the country. Secondly, we have no opportunity to control our athletes, who leave Russia - a country with a different culture - at a young age. Serious anti-doping work is being carried out in Russia, from awareness-raising events at children’s sports schools to specific punitive measures, such as disqualification of coaches," the minister said in a comment, obtained by TASS from the Russian Sports Ministry.  The International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF) announced earlier in the day that it suspended Russian player Kuznetsov, who is a forward of NHL’s Washington Capitals, for the term of four years, citing violations of anti-doping regulations. According to the world’s ice hockey governing body, Kuznetsov’s doping sample, which tested positive for cocaine, was collected on May 26 during the IIHF Ice Hockey World Championship in Slovakia.  An IIHF spokesperson told TASS on Friday that Kuznetsov agreed to return his bronze medal of the 2019 World Championship. Other national team members will not have to return their awards, the organization said.  The IIHF disqualification does not apply to NHL games. The league is to make the decision about Kuznetsov’s future soon. NHL Deputy Commissioner Bill Daly announced in a statement on Friday that the North American ice hockey league did not list cocaine as a performance enhancing drug.  Kuznetsov joined NHL’s Washington Capitals in 2013 and booked in the previous regular season 72 points (21 goals, 51 assists) in addition to six points (1 goal, 5 assists) in the playoffs. Playing for the Russian national team, Kuznetsov is the two-time gold medalist (2012 and 2014) and three-time bronze medalist (2016, 2017, 2019) of the IIHF Ice Hockey World Championships.


thesun--2019-01-13--Mike Dean entertains fans with bizarre yellow card trick to book Dele Alli

MIKE DEAN entertained fans watching the Tottenham vs Manchester United game with some funny incidents.  The referee booked Dele Alli on 50 minutes after the midfielder brought down Paul Pogba on the counter attack during [the clash at Wembley Stadium that United edged out 1-0.](https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/football/8184237/tottenham-0-man-utd-1 -rashford-de-gea/)  Mike Dean was the subject to laughs in Twitter with they way he held his card  Referee Dean would proceed to book Alli with the card betwixt his fingers -   rather than holding the it with his fingertips.  Fans were left laughing at the incident as they labelled the 50-year-old official as 'sassy'.  One simpily said: "Sassy Dean."  Another said: "gotta love Mike Dean."  ![ The ref produced three yellow cards in the game]()  AFP or licensors  The ref produced three yellow cards in the game  Dean was also accused of 'Goose Stepping past Paul Pogba' as the ref waddled past United midfielder just before Alli committed the foul that brought his card.  One fan even urged Sky Sports to have Dean ref every game they broadcast, as it seems his antics entertain viewers.  Incidentally, Dean came into the game one red card shy of completing 100 sending offs in the Premier League.  [United midfielder Pogba was lucky to escape being Dean's landmark sending off](https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/football/8184350/man-utd-player-ratings- rashford-pogba-de-gea/) after the Frenchman and Alli once again exchanged a tackle.  ![ Pogba looked to have his studs showing in a challenge against Alli]()  Reuters  Pogba looked to have his studs showing in a challenge against Alli  ![ Tottenham players believed it should have been a red]()  PA:Empics Sport  Tottenham players believed it should have been a red  Pogba looked to have his studs up on Alli and fans questioned on Twitter how the 25-year-old did not get sent off.  One said: "Mike Dean dropping another dreadful game here. Pogba should be off, the endless time wasting he's allowed from United is criminal."  Another said: "Pogba has to be off. Getting Alli on the thigh is clearly over the ball! Mike Dean again poor decisions."  United won the game by a single goal thanks to a first-half Marcus Rashford strike that was sublimely[ set up by Pogba who put his teammate through on goal with a curled through ball. ](https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/football/8184542/pogba-hailed-by-shaw-for- spectacular-assist-for-rashford-man-utd-1-0-against-spurs/)  Caretaker boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has now made it five wins in [as many matches as United sit level on points with Arsenal in fifth.](https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/football/8184350/man-utd-player- ratings-rashford-pogba-de-gea/)  ![ Pogba put Rashford through who netted the opening goal]()  PA:Empics Sport  Pogba put Rashford through who netted the opening goal  ![ Rashford's winner see's United win five league games on the bounce]()  PA:Press Association  Rashford's winner see's United win five league games on the bounce


thesun--2019-04-10--Man Utd fans rage as Busquets avoids red card but gets yellow for Pogba foul after slicing down McTo

Man Utd fans rage as Busquets avoids red card but gets yellow for Pogba foul after slicing down McTominay inside three minutes

MANCHESTER UNITED fans were furious after Barcelona enforcer Sergio Busquets picked up just one booking for two reckless early tackles.  Busquets escaped without a yellow card for a sliding lunge and high follow- through on Scott McTominay in just the third minute, before being booking for impeding Paul Pogba.  ![ Sergio Busquets escaped without a booking for this foul on Scott McTominay]()  Getty Images - Getty  Sergio Busquets escaped without a booking for this foul on Scott McTominay  ![ Barcelona'sd Sergio Busquets picked up a yellow card for a foul on Paul Pogba but many Man Utd fans believe his earlier foul on Scott McTominay was worse]()  Getty - Contributor  Barcelona'sd Sergio Busquets picked up a yellow card for a foul on Paul Pogba but many Man Utd fans believe his earlier foul on Scott McTominay was worse  Social media erupted with claims Busquets only got away with the first and worst challenge because it was so early in the[ 1-0 win for the Catalans.](https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/football/8836855/manchester- unitged-0-barcelona-1-shaw-own-goal-suarez-messi/)  And many fans insisted that meant he should have seen red when he took out Pogba in the 18th minute after a poor pass from Barcelona centre-back Gerard Pique.  One supporter tweeted: "Busquets should already be off FFS."  And another said after his foul on Pogba: "In a world with competent refereeing, this would be a second yellow for Busquets."  A stream of similar comments followed, with many slating what they saw as refereeing "inconsistency".  One such view was: "Luke Shaw has picked up a yellow card.. whereas Busquets swiping on McTominay's knee (almost) did not.."  Most opinions suggested Busquet's clumsy slide on McTominay looked even more bookable than his foul on Pogba.  Typical of this was a tweet saying: "Busquets could be off. Lucky he wasn't booked for his cynical foul on McTominay."  Smalling gives Messi a bloody nose and swollen eye after clattering into the Barcelona star


thesun--2019-04-19--Coquelin suspended for first leg against old side Arsenal after Valencia yellow card

FRANCIS COQUELIN has been suspended for the first leg Europa League clash against former club Arsenal.  The French midfielder, 27, will not feature at the Emirates on May 2 after he picked up a yellow card during Valencia's 2-0 win over Villarreal in the quarter-final.  ![ Francis Coquelin left Arsenal to join Valencia after three loan spells]()  Kenny Ramsay - The Sun Glasgow  Francis Coquelin left Arsenal to join Valencia after three loan spells  [Coquelin](https://www.thesun.co.uk/who/francis-coquelin/) made 160 appearances in all competitions for the North London club between 2008 and 2018.  During his time with the Premier League giants, he was shipped out on loan to Lorient, Freiburg and [Charlton.](https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/football/team/1550347/charlton/)  And after struggling to cement his spot in the first-team, he joined Valencia in January 2018 for £12million.  He has been a huge hit for the La Liga side, but they will be without him for the first-leg clash next month.  [Alexandre Lacazette](https://www.thesun.co.uk/who/alexandre-lacazette/) had admitted that he was looking forward to playing against his fellow Frenchman.  Speaking about the reunion, the Arsenal striker said: "Yes, we will play against Francis Coquelin too, who will be against us, so I can't wait to play against him."  ## 'AMAZING IRONY'  And a number of fans on Twitter were furious after Coquelin was booked in the semi-final after a controversial handball decision.  One said: "Unfortunately, Francis Coquelin will miss the first leg in the EL semi-finals at the Emirates, which is a shame. Would love for him to make a London reunion."  Another added: "Amazing irony that Coquelin will miss the trip to Emirates through suspension."  Coquelin has remained as a fan favourite and the midfielder has spoken openly about his appreciation for the club.  Speaking to the [Independent](https://www.independent.co.uk/sport/football /premier-league/francis-coquelin-valencia-arsenal-europa-league-epl-laliga- arsene-wenger-a8864436.html), he said: "Arsenal is always going to be in my DNA.  "I can't deny it. It wasn't just the football or the players, it was where I grew as a person and where I became a man. It will always be a big part of me and I'll never forget."  [Emery's](https://www.thesun.co.uk/who/unai-emery/) side will be up against former Arsenal midfielder Gabriel Paulista, who left to join Valencia in 2017.  Arsenal in talks with Aston Villa flop Veretout as cheap Aaron Ramsey replacement from Fiorentina