There ar emany myths surrounding the sport of body building, just as there are in many sports. Some of the most common myths and misconceptions are as follows, hopefully this short guide will clear up a few questions that you may have about body building.

1. All muscle builders use steroids to become bigger than they are. This is a myth, it is true that some body builders choose to use steroids to become bigger, but not all of them do. Body building takes massive amounts of hard work. It will also requires such things like supplements and proper, healthy nutrition. You can start to build those muscles without the use of steroids, but it will take longer, and of course not taking steroids takes away the danger associated with steroids.

2. The amounf of food that body builders have to in take is massive compared to every day people. Some of this is true and some of it is false. Muscle builders do need to eat more that part is true, they are not just eating more though they are eating more often instead. They usually eat around 6 small meals, that are extremely healthy instead of the standard 3.

3. The gym becomes the body builders home! Muscle builders do have to use the gym, yes. It is an extremely common misconception that body builders spend all their time in the gym. There are usually in and out of the gym in 1hour, maybe less. Professional and successful body builders realise that your muscles grow while resting, not when working out, and overtraining can cause injury.

4. Follow exactly a professional body builders routine. This is definately a common mistake that many people new to body building make. Every persons body  building routine will be different and specific to that particular person. Which ever routine you follow that another person has done, may not meet your goals or wants as every persons is different.

5. You need the best and most expensive equipment. While it is true that you get what you pay for, a cheap and standard set of weights will do the same thing and have the same effect on your body as the most expensive set. It is all about knowing what to do with them that is important, not how much dollars you spent on them.

There are many myths surrounding muscle building as a sport, beware of what people tell you and make sure you research fully into everything, so you will exactly whether something is a myth or a fact.

Many people prefer to build a gym at home for many reaosns. One may be because you just prefer to work out on your own, in the comfort of your own home. Another reason could be because a professional gym facility is too far away for you to travel to, so you get more time working out and weight training at home instead of having to commute. Maybe the gym that is near you does not have the right facilities that you actually need. Whatever your reasons for building a gym at home, it could be easier than you think to have your own gym facilities at home.

You will need quite a bit of space, dependant on the equipment you will actually need. You could use your garage if you do not have a room in your house that is good for a home gym. Whatever space you decide to use for your home gym, it will need adequate ventilation. Also you will need at least one wall covered in mirrors, as this allows you to see if your form while exercising is correct or not. This is important, as if your form is incorrect, it could lead to permanent injuries.

You will need nice gym equipment, cheap equipment will break over a limited amount of use so invest wisely in your gym equipment. You will need a good set of weights too. You will need an Olympic Barbell set, adjustable dumbbells, and a also a weight bench. The bench should really be an adjustable one, and it should also include a leg extension and a leg curl attachment. Having a pulldown bar attachment will be a definite plus.

You still need other equip,ment before you start. You will also need what is known as a chinup bar. Then when you have reached the more advanced stages of weight training, the dumbbells will not be enough for your needs anymore. You will need an adjustable squat rack, a dip station, and what is known as a standing calf raise machine. These types of equipment are essential in an advanced home gym.

Also use a good body building exercise ball and having a jump rope and room to use it will help your endurance training and strength. If you have all this equipment, then you are ready to start, but before that you could have some of the following to help you further. Such things as a water cooler with cups and a stereo system to provide some music to help you with your muscle building workouts, it will help you relax and will help your motivation. If you can have a small refrigerator to store some protein drinks and vegetable snacks too.