Protein is all the buzz when it comes to building muscle – but what about dietary fats? This article discusses the role dietary fat plays in building muscle and preserving lean body mass. It also talks about the important role of omega-3s.
Iron is a critical part of the hemoglobin molecule that carries oxygen to tissues during exercise. A group of researchers recently looked at the role iron plays in exercise performance in women. Can iron supplements help women athletes perform better? Find out what research shows.
Looking for a summer superfood to add to your diet? Look no further than the avocado. Avocados have some surprising health benefits you don’t find in other fruits. Discover what they are and how to enjoy the health benefits that avocados offer.
Are hard, rough foods better for you? Your mind might think so. Find out how food texture influences how much people eat and other ways our brains can fool us into making the wrong food choices or eating too much.
You already know it’s important to strength train to preserve strength and lean body mass with age. But what about power training? Find out why power training may be as important, if not more so, than strength training for staying functional as you age.
Vegetarian diets may offer certain health benefits – but what about athletes? This article discusses vegetarian diets as they relate to endurance and strength exercise and whether they have a negative impact on sports performance.
Traditionally, endurance athletes have viewed weight and body fat percentage as something to be reduced. The thinking was the lighter, the better. But there’s a reason to take that recommendation with a grain of salt as a triathlete. At some point, strength can be lost if you get too thin. Further, your ideal weight may depend on the duration of your event.
Loss of muscle mass with age is a major health problem. No wonder researchers are looking for natural ways to preserve muscle strength and mass. Could a natural ingredient in green tomatoes offer benefits? Find out what a new study shows about muscle growth and an ingredient in green tomatoes.
If you’re concerned about getting enough amino acids in your diet, you really only need to make sure you’re taking in an adequate amount of protein every day. If you regularly eat meat, fish, poultry and eggs, or if you drink milk or eat cottage cheese, you likely don’t need to supplement with amino acids for nutritional purposes.
Magnesium is one of the less commonly considered minerals in diet. While it may not be something you think about regularly, the mineral plays a very important role in your health. As blood tests do not work well for detecting magnesium deficiencies, it can be difficult to figure out if you are low. According to some studies, most American are deficient.
If you’re trying to lose weight or sculpt your body, you know that quality workouts are essential. However, it can be tough to hit the gym if you don’t fuel up beforehand. You should always eat something nutritious as a way of preparing your body. Here are six pre-workout snacks to boost your energy level.
Men have greater absolute strength than women but do they differ in their response to strength training? Find out how men and women differ in their response to strength training and why strength training is just as important for women.
