Check out the exclusive premiere music video for “Never Gonna Stop” by Mind The Gap ft. Quan from the Generation Iron movie soundtrack.
Surviving The Tough Mudder
Warmer weather and lots of rain means spring is finally here! After a long winter of lifting weights in the gym, it’s time to bring your workout outside. A great way to motivate yourself is to sign up for a race or event during the summer that you can train for all spring. But marathons, biathlons, even triathlons focus almost entirely on endurance and little on strength training. To survive some of the relatively newer events, like the Tough Mudder, you must demonstrate endurance, strength and overall toughness.
Recently, MensFitness.com put together a survival guide for the “Most Badass Obstacles” of the Tough Mudder. Spoiler alert! Even though every Tough Mudder is different, this list examines some of the most popular (and most painful!) events and discuses your best chances of surviving them. Here’s an excerpt from the article:
HOLD YOUR WOOD: If ever there’s a time to flex your muscles, it’s now. In Hold Your Wood, you literally have to haul a heavy, beastly log up and down a set of slippery hills without falling. Not only will your back and shoulders hate you, but you’ll also have to engage your core and walk with calculated precision to avoid falling.
Hint: Train as many Mudders do for Hold Your Wood—it’s simple. Chop down a tree and saw off a big hunk of it. First walk and run slowly. Get used to the weight and feel of the wood. Then, find a good hill, and sprint up and down. Best practiced after a heavy rainfall for the full effect.
Exercise Can Make You A Better Leader
Forbes.com recently sat down with fitness guru Shay de Silva to discuss the importance of exercise to become a better leader. Below is an excerpt from the interview:
You may think you don’t need exercise for an added edge, but research by the Center for Creative Leadership determined that overweight leaders are often viewed as having less effective interpersonal relationships, poorer leadership capabilities, and lower overall job performance. While these stereotypes may not be valid, having a slimmer physique can improve others’ perceptions of you as a leader.
The evidence seems to indicate that earning power is indeed associated with physical fitness. A study published in the June 2012 issue of theJournal of Labor and Research showed that people who exercise regularly earn about 9% more than those who don’t.
Behind The Scenes: Hidetada Yamagishi
Hidetada Yamagishi talks about overcoming his biggest obstacles, his opportunity to make a come back and his impact on the future of bodybuilding. For more great behind the scenes and interviews, pickup your official copy of Generation Iron Extended Director’s Cut on DVD today!
Kai Greene Spotted Wearing GI Varsity Jacket
Kai Greene just touched down in Copenhagen, Denmark for the 2014 Loaded Cup sporting the Generation Iron Varsity Jacket.
Post by Kai Greene.
Don’t forget to get your own Generation Iron Varsity Jacket, now on sale!
Exclusive: Kai Greene Interview
Believe it or not, there is something bigger than Kai Greene: Generation Iron. Check out this video where Kai Greene talks about the opportunity to be a part of something so much larger than himself and the celebration of the process.
Exclusive: Victor Martinez Interview
Victor Martinez discusses his comeback, fans and Generation Iron at the Arnold Classic 2014.
Don’t forget to order your copy of Generation Iron Extended Director’s Cut on Blu-Ray & DVD! for more exclusive interviews like this.
Enter the Generation Iron Scavenger Hunt!
Enter to Win a Free Autographed Poster from all of the Athletes in Generation Iron!
Enter the Generation Iron Scavenger Hunt for a chance to win a poster autographed by all of the athletes in the movie!
To enter, you must first download the Generation Iron IPAD App:
Download link: http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/flex/id480747947?mt=8
Generation Iron IPAD Scavenger Hunt:
1.) What exercise does Kai Greene always finish off with when training back?
2.) How much did Phil Heath weigh when he won his first bodybuilding contest?
3.) How often does Victor Martinez train arms and in which order?
4.) In which city was Dennis Wolf Born?
5.) How old was Ben Pakulski when he first started to lift weights?
6.) How many reps can Branch Warren squat 500?
7.) Hidetada Yamagishi played sports and also earned what belt in martial arts?
8.) What exercise does Roelly Winklaar always start his biceps with?
Second, watch the Extended Director’s Cut Generation Iron DVD
To purchase: http://www.generationironofficial.com/collections/dvd-blu-ray/dvd
DVD Scavenger Hunt:
1.) What is Phil Heath’s last line in the “Extended Interview with Phil Heath” special feature?
2.) In the new scene with Ben Pakulski in the restaurant, who is he eating dinner with?
Send in all of your answers to: [email protected]
EASY GARLIC CHICKEN RECIPE
This is one of our favorite high protein recipes. It’s the perfect dinner after an evening workout session.
INGREDIENTS
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
4 garlic cloves, minced
4 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon olive oil
additional herbs and spices, as desired
4 garlic cloves, minced
4 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon olive oil
additional herbs and spices, as desired
DIRECTIONS
1 Preheat oven to 450°F Line a baking dish or cookie sheet with aluminum foil and lightly coat with cooking spray or lightly brush with oil.
2
In small sauté pan, sauté garlic with the oil until tender.
3
Remove from heat and stir in brown sugar. Add additional herbs and spices as desired.
4
Place chicken breasts in a prepared baking dish and cover with the garlic and brown sugar mixture.
5
Add salt and pepper to taste.
6
Bake uncovered for 15-30 minutes, or until juices run clear. Cooking time will depend on the size and thickness of your chicken.
In small sauté pan, sauté garlic with the oil until tender.
3
Remove from heat and stir in brown sugar. Add additional herbs and spices as desired.
4
Place chicken breasts in a prepared baking dish and cover with the garlic and brown sugar mixture.
5
Add salt and pepper to taste.
6
Bake uncovered for 15-30 minutes, or until juices run clear. Cooking time will depend on the size and thickness of your chicken.
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Nutritional Facts for Easy Garlic Chicken
Serving Size: 1 (138 g)
Servings Per Recipe: 4
Amount Per Serving % Daily Value
Serving Size: 1 (138 g)
Servings Per Recipe: 4
Amount Per Serving % Daily Value
Calories 221.2
Calories from Fat 58 26%
Total Fat 6.4 g 9%
Saturated Fat 1.1 g 5%
Cholesterol 75.5 mg 25%
Sodium 141.3 mg 5%
Total Carbohydrate 14.5 g 4%
Dietary Fiber 0.0 g 0%
Sugars 13.4 g 53%
Protein 25.2 g 50%
Source: food.com
THE GENERATION IRON DVD HAS ARRIVED!
As an avid member of the Generation Iron movement, you already know this, but we feel it’s important to stress the importance of this day not only in the health and fitness community, but also in the history of the world…
The Generation Iron Limited Edition Director’s Cut DVD release marks the first time since the 1970’s that a documentary exploring the lives of the best bodybuilders in the world has become available to the public for home viewing… and a lot has changed since then.
Over the last 30 years, the sport of bodybuilding has seen an evolution to new levels of human growth. Optimized workout routines and scientific advances in muscle building supplementation have propelled us to never before seen muscle sizes. And these bigger physics don’t come without larger than life personalities.
Generation Iron is a riveting cinematic experience that delves far beyond bodybuilding and fitness culture. As film critic Ernest Hardy puts it, the film is a “Gorgeous Mediation on Age-Old Existential concerns” (Miami New Times). The limited edition director’s cut is a must-have for everyone. Buy it now!
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