Plus: All about BCAAs. February 21, 2023 | [Read Online]( [The Ripped Report Logo] We're celebrating Mardi Gras the traditional way in today's Ripped Report with the customary exchanging of workout tips and bodybuilding news. (Wait ... that doesn't sound right.) Before we start: Today's newsletter is presented by OUTLIFT pre-workout from Nutrex. [Use the code âOutlift20â]( at checkout to get a 20% discount on your next order. The life of a bodybuilder is meticulous, and even one mistake can toss a wrench into your progress. Hereâs how to fix some of the most [common bodybuilding blunders](. There are a lot of back muscles to concentrate on during training, and [our how-to guide]( provides a blueprint for hitting (and growing) them all. Though the Olympia isn't until November, competitors are already qualifying for the big show. See [the latest athlete]( to punch their card to the premier contest in the sport. WORKOUT TIPS Avoid These Bodybuilding Pitfalls Image: DenisProduction.com / Shutterstock` Whether youâre a bodybuilding newbie or have been going at it for years now, itâs important to realize that everyone makes mistakes. Even the most seasoned physique pros arenât immune to nutrition miscues and training faux pas. So if youâve hit a plateau recently and donât quite know where you went wrong, youâve come to the right place. Here, youâll learn all about the most common bodybuilding mistakes to avoid â and how to correct them. [Fix Your Mistakes]( FROM OUR SPONSOR Stop Feeling Run-Down During Your Workout Itâs an all too familiar tale. You feel sluggish, so you take your pre-workout and grab your bag. You roll up to the gym, get a few warm-up sets in, and then⦠You still feel sluggish. News flash: Your pre-workout is under-dosed, underwhelming, and isnât getting the job done. [OUTLIFT]( is the OG clinically dosed pre-workout packed with effective doses of 10 of the most potent and advanced ingredients. This exclusive formula actively works with your body to prime your muscles for more power, increased endurance, faster recovery, and less fatigue. So you can stop worrying about having enough energy and start focusing on getting the results you want. Ready for the difference a clinically dosed pre-workout brings? [Use the code âOutlift20'' for a 20% discount]( and feel the difference from the first scoop. TRAINING Hacks for a Bigger Back GIF: OlympiaTV on YouTube The back is an extremely juicy piece of real estate for muscle growth. Not only does it have some of the largest muscles in your body, but itâs also composed of many smaller parts. Altogether, this offers you a programming dream to construct any number of âback daysâ for the foreseeable future. With any muscle group, there are a ton of effective strategies to customize your workout and plenty of crucial training keys to maximize your results. Below, you can dig into the meat and potatoes of muscle growth and learn how to train your back for maximum hypertrophy with our in-depth guide. [Build a Better Back Today]( CONTEST RESULTS Kongthun's Olympia-Worthy Win Image: @musclecontestjapan on Instagram It may only be February, but bodybuilding competitors are already working to qualify for Novemberâs Olympia weekend in Orlando, Florida. And this past weekend, another athlete qualified for the big show by winning the 2023 Musclecontest Japan Pro. At the contest in Kawasaki, Japan, Nittaya Kongthun came out on top in the Bikini division, punching her ticket to the Olympia showdown later this year. She was tailed by runner-up Sara Choi and third-place finisher Ana Paula Baggio, who both need to win a show outright to earn their Olympia spot now. [Read the Full Results]( THE DROPSET The 411 on BCAAs Image: puhhha / Shutterstock - Do BCAAs actually help you build muscle? [We dive into how]( these amino acids benefit you in the gym and where to find them.
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