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A lot of people who are just getting started in bodybuilding are always in their search for the most anabolic substance in the planet in order to skyrocket their bodybuilding results.  If you fall in this category, don't feel bad; I was in your shoes once also.

Here is the deal.  In the constant quest for the most anabolic substance a lot of beginners, as well as intermediate and sometimes even advanced bodybuilders make the mistake to forget about the basics.  If you want great bodybuilding results you need to:

• Follow the right bodybuilding training program.

• Follow the right bodybuilding diet (either one that focuses on fat loss while building muscle or one that focuses on exclusive muscle building) and using some very basic bodybuilding supplements.

• Getting the proper amount of rest.

With that said, while you may be training hard and following the right diet, a lot of people still forget to consume the most anabolic susbtance in the planet which believe it or not, is just plain water.

While the muscle cell is made up of protein, and its size is influenced by the amount of glycogen (stored carbohydrate) and some intramuscular fat also (fat inside the muscle cell) that it contains, the main element that influenced muscle cell size and anabolism is water since that is what makes up most of the muscle cell.  Fail to consume enough water and not only your muscle building and fat burning processes will be affected negatively but you will also lack the muscle volume that you are looking for.

While this is a seemingly obvious fact, there are so many bodybuilders that fail to drink the water that I felt compelled to write a full article about it.

Check out my latest article on the importance of water for bodybuilding:

Water: The Most Anabolic and Most Neglected Nutrient for Bodybuilding

What Is The Most Anabolic Substance In The Planet for Bodybuilding? originally appeared on About.com Bodybuilding on Monday, January 23rd, 2012 at 11:11:57.

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A lot of people make tons of excuses as to why they can't embark on a bodybuilding program.  In my experience, if you want something badly enough, you will find a way to achieve your goals no matter what the odds may be.  That is the reason why every time I come across an inspirational story of someone who has beaten the odds, I love to immediately share it in order to inspire others to do the same and get what they want out of life.

With that said, here is the inspirational story of IFBB Pro Shawn Rhoden and how he went from skinny to fulfilling his dream of becoming one of the best in the world against all obstacles.  While you may have no aspirations of even competing one day, the thing to take away from this story is that if you are determined, you have the right mindset, you believe in yourself and are willing to make the necessary sacrifices you will accomplish anything.

Learn About The Inspirational Bodybuilding Journey of IFBB Pro Shawn Rhoden originally appeared on About.com Bodybuilding on Saturday, December 24th, 2011 at 00:01:28.

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If you are having problems staying motivated throughout the holidays here is some great advice on how to keep your bodybuilding workouts great throughout the season: Bodybuilding Tips for Staying Motivated With Your Workouts Through the Holidays!

Staying Motivated Throughout the Holidays originally appeared on About.com Bodybuilding on Monday, December 19th, 2011 at 09:58:35.

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