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  1. There are two different types of muscular hypertrophy: sarcoplasmic and myofibrillar. Do you know the difference between the two?
  2. Quinoa is an amino acid-rich protein seed that is available in most health food stores. Add some to your oatmeal for some extra protein.
  3. Adequate sleep is important for your body during the recovery process of workouts and training. Make sure your getting your 8 hours in!
  4. If you don't like an exercise, start doing it. You're probably avoiding it because you're weak at it.
  5. Not enough time for fresh veggies? try the frozen variety! throw em' in your lunch box in the a.m. and they'll be thawed out in a few hrs!
  6. "remember how good working out made you feel rather than how it made you look"
  7. What kind of body type are you? Endomorph, Mesomorph or Ectomorph? If your not sure contact our trainers at doufitness.com to learn more!
  8. Post workout meals are the most important. Try to consume .25g of protein per pound of body weight within an hour of working out.
  9. Its important to track calories when trying to lose weight. iPhone users should check out the Tap & Track app. It has lots of cool features!
  10. A great way to stay motivated when on a weight loss/workout plan is to take before & after pictures that way you can monitor your progress!
  11. Creating a 500 calorie deficit each day over the course of a week and you will lose 1 pound. Burning 3,500 calories = 1 pound lost.
  12. Walnuts are full of good fats, fiber and is one of the best plant sources of protein. add them to your diet to help prevent heart disease.
  13. Unless you're workout exceeds an hour or more your better off hydrating with water over sports drinks like Gatorade.