Tag: blood pressure and bodybuilding

  • Sodium: Friend or Foe of the Bodybuilder?

    Sodium: Friend or Foe of the Bodybuilder?

    Dr. Jarrod W. Brown

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    Don’t Get Salty about Sodium Sodium. It’s a mineral often demonized in discussions about health, linked to high blood pressure and heart disease. But for bodybuilders, sodium plays a more nuanced role, one that can impact performance, muscle appearance, and even contest preparation. Understanding this complex relationship is crucial for maximizing gains and achieving peak… Read more

  • Blood Pressure & Bodybuilding

    Blood Pressure & Bodybuilding

    Dr. Jarrod W. Brown

    Hypertension & Bodybuilding Hypertension, also known as high blood pressure, is a condition in which the force of the blood against the artery walls is too high. This can lead to a variety of health problems, including heart disease, stroke, and kidney disease.   There are many physiological causes of hypertension, including: In some cases,… Read more