Posts by Greg O'Gallagher
Toxic Plastics & Muscle Growth: How Phthalates Impact Your Body Composition
Phthalates are sneaky chemicals that mimic estrogen in your body. They lower crucial testosterone levels, which can blunt your muscle growth and ramp up fat storage – especially around your midsection. Phthalates are found everywhere, from plastics to personal care products to pesticides. In this article, you’ll learn simple strategies to decrease your exposure to…
Read MoreThe Most Attractive Body Weight for Your Height Based on BMI
Determining your ideal weight is crucial for looking shredded and attractive. Get it wrong, and you’ll miss your physique potential. Too light or heavy, and you’ll slip through the cracks. There’s a weight formula based on your height that gives the ultimate movie star physique. Let’s break it down. How BMI Can Help Determine Your…
Read MoreGet Shredded on Two Workouts Per Week
Since early 2023, I’ve spent most of the year training just two times per week. The rest of the time I walk and just try to be active in general. This has allowed me to gain strength and muscle at a rapid rate. Makes it easier to stay lean as well. I know this sounds…
Read MoreProtein Intake for Getting Lean – A Simple Strategy
Getting enough protein is crucial for successful fat loss and muscle retention when cutting. However, many struggle to hit their daily protein target, especially while fasting or on lower calorie intake. Let’s dive into the details on protein while cutting – why it matters, how much you need, and tips to easily reach your goal…
Read MoreHow to Get Down to 10% Body Fat or Lower
Here’s how to break through 10% body fat. Let’s say you’re at 15%, maybe you’re at 20% or 30% body fat. You start cutting, and somewhere along the lines, you hit a plateau. For most people, that plateau is usually around 10% to 14%. You have something called your body fat set point. When your…
Read More4 Clear Cut Signs You Have Low Testosterone
Testosterone levels have been steadily dropping over the past few decades. Even young, fit guys often have lower T than they should. But how can you know if your testosterone is suboptimal? Here are the most clear-cut signs to watch out for. What is Considered a Low Testosterone Level? First, let’s define the normal range…
Read MoreDoes Tongkat Ali Really Boost Testosterone?
When I first heard that Tongkat Ali raised testosterone, I was absolutely skeptical. How could a simple herb taken in capsule form boost T levels? If you are skeptical as well, I get it. However, recent research is winning people over. Some of the most respected scientists and doctors now recommend Tongkat Ali to their…
Read MoreProbiotics: The Missing Link to Improved Mood, Greater Health and Hormonal Optimization
Introduction I kind of ignored probiotics and gut health for most of my life, but findings from research over the past few years have been insane. Seriously, since about 2020, the landscape has changed. My guess is that they ramped up studies due to Covid. Probiotics improve your healthy gut bacteria, which, in turn, help…
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