Arm Blaster - Aluminum or fiberglass strip about 5" x 24", supported at waist height by a strap around neck. Keeps elbows from moving while curling barbell or dumbbells or doing triceps pushdowns.

Carbohydrates - Various forms of sugar that, when converted into glucose, are the primary source fuel for the body. Simple carbohydrates are absorbed more quickly into the bloodstream than complex carbohydrates.

Corbitt, Ted - Marathoner and ultra-marathoner, Corbitt competed in the 1952 Olympic Marathon for the United States of America.

Fast, Ernst - Swedish runner that took 3rd in the 40.26K long 1900 Olympic marathon.

Partial Reps - Performing an exercise without going through a complete range of motion either at the beginning or end of a rep.

Serving Size - The specific amount of food resulting from a recipe.

Striations - The tiny grooves of muscle across major muscle groups in a highly defined bodybuilder. If you have muscle striations, even when completely relaxed, you know you are in optimum condition.

Supplements - Concentrated vitamins, minerals, and proteins used by bodybuilders to improve the overall quality of their diets. Many bodybuilders believe that food supplements help promote quality muscle growth.