MY OBJECTIVES FOR THIS WEBSITE

As our society becomes more and more complex, there are a greater number of questions that need answering. In spite of the abundance of information that is now readily available, it's often harder than ever to find simple answers to relevant questions. I am very familiar with that frustrating why-can't-I-just-get-a-simple-answer-to-this-question feeling. I usually experience it when I'm trying to do something new on my computer: You know the solution is straight-forward, but sometimes there's just no one to ask.

In the area of bodybuilding, health and fitness, information abounds. Everywhere you look, new products and theories are bandied about, purported to be the latest, greatest thing. Confusion reigns supreme and direct answers are hard to come by.

Information dissemination in the areas of bodybuilding, health and fitness is also challenging because the subject being dealt with is the person's body, a very intimate topic for an individual. As a result, it's important for the inquisitor to not only receive an answer, but also an explanation of why such is the case. I often say that it's a sad commentary, but most people know more about how their car operates than they do about their body. Since numerous theories exist and what's right for one person is not always the best course of action for everyone, under-standing something about how the body works is important.

While answers should be accompanied with explanations, overly extensive fact-laden ones, that only serve to confuse the issue, defeat the purpose. Information is only useful if it is delivered in a fashion in which it can be utilized; otherwise it's no better than not knowing at all.

In an effort to disseminate relevant information in a useful manner, monthly articles that deal with a variety of topics within bodybuilding, health and fitness will be posted on this site. In addition, I will use this as a forum to answer specific questions that I'm asked, either through this site or during my interaction with people throughout the day. To answer such questions in a public forum provides a number of advantages over a one-on-one correspondence. In addition to answering the individual's question, it provides an answer for everyone else who might have had a similar question (it is often quite common to be asked the same questions over and over in this field of study). It also presents the answer for people who never thought about that issue but, upon hearing it, realize that it's of relevance to their particular situation. Finally, to those who thought they knew the answer to the question but were possibly misinformed, it gives some "food for thought."

My background as a drug-free competitive professional bodybuilder and amateur head judge, as well as 15 years of experience as a personal trainer, have given me quite a bit of practical knowledge on bodybuilding training. My studies during numerous certification efforts, as well as my current pursuit of a Master's Degree in Exercise Physiology, supplement my practical knowledge with a theoretical base. Add in what I've learned working at a Physical Therapy facility the past year and I believe I have a unique perspective at providing information on a variety of fitness-related topics.

In addition to my information dissemination efforts on this website, I also urge those looking to learn about bodybuilding, health and fitness to read my articles in Exercise For Men Only and Men's Exercise magazines. As fitness editor, I contribute a number of submissions for each issue. Including actual routines, as well as theoretical application information. And don't let the names fool you: Most of the training material is applicable for ladies as well.

Through my efforts on this website, as well as my writings in the publications with which I'm affiliated, my objective is to educate people in the areas of bodybuuilding, health and fitness. In the process, I hope to give people a place to turn when that frustrating why-can't-I-just-get-a-simple-answer-to-this-question situation arises. In addition to providing useful, relevant information, I hope to give people the tools they'll need to make the most of their efforts as they pursue their bodybuilding, health and fitness goals.

E-mail your bodybuilding, health and fitness related questions to me at Fred@freddimenna.com

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