4 Reasons Why Athletes Need More Dietary Protein
Have you ever wondered why athletes need more protein than a sedentary person? Here are four reasons why athletes have higher protein requirements than people who don’t work out.
December 19, 2011
Category: Blog
Why Follow a Paleo Diet?
Paleo Diet:Imagine a diet completely devoid of foods most people take for granted, including cereal, bread, pasta, corn chips, beans, candy bars and soda
December 18, 2011
How Plyometric Exercises Can Benefit Your Fitness Routine
Are you looking for a way to add variety to your fitness routine? Find out more about plyometric exercises, what they are, and how they can benefit your workout.
December 18, 2011
6 Ways Exercise Benefits Your Heart
Doing an aerobic workout at least 3 times a week is one of the best ways to lower your risk of heart disease and stroke. Exercise exerts its magic on your cardiovascular system in a number of ways, some of which you may not be aware of. Here are six reasons why exercise is heart
December 18, 2011
Reduce the Glycemic Response to a High-Carb Meal With This Nutty Food
A high-carb meal causes a rapid rise in blood sugar and insulin levels, which is bad for your waistline and for your health. Now a new study shows that eating this “nutty” food could blunt the insulin response from eating rapidly absorbed carbs. Find out more about this “good for you” snack food.
December 18, 2011
Tabata Training: A Workout in Four Minutes?
Can you get a cardiovascular workout in only 4 minutes? You can if you do Tabata training. Find out more about this superfast but intense workout.
December 18, 2011
The World’s Most Fattening Food Ingredient
Annual HFCS consumption increased from ZERO in 1966 to a whopping 62.6 pounds per person in 2001. Consequently, HFCS is now one of the #1 sources of calories for all Americans!
December 18, 2011
Eat This Spice to Reduce Muscle Soreness After a Workout
Ouch! Sore muscles after a workout are uncomfortable. Can adding more ginger to your diet help reduce muscle soreness after a workout?
December 18, 2011
Is Green Tea a Good Pre-Workout Drink?
Find out more about the benefits of sipping green tea before a workout.
December 18, 2011
Is Belly Bloating Hiding Your Six-Pack? Find Out What Causes It and How to Deal With It
Belly bloating is a common problem. Use these tips to keep your tummy flat after a meal, but if tummy bloating is a chronic problem, see your doctor.
December 18, 2011
Decadent Pumpkin Spice Cheesecake Bowl
A healthy treat to satisfy those Holiday sweet treat cravings!
December 17, 2011
Muscle Fiber Composition: Are You a Fast-Twitcher or a Slow-Twitcher? Here’s How to Find Out
Do you have a higher ratio of more powerful fast-twitch muscle fibers or more slow-twitch muscle fibers designed for endurance activities like long distance running?
December 12, 2011