5 Ways Psychological Stress Leads to Weight Gain
We know that psychological stress can lead to weight gain – but how? Here are five ways stress can pack on the pounds.
May 14, 2017
Tag: cortisol
How Lack of Quality Sleep Limits Muscle Growth
Quality Sleep – are you getting enough? Even if you consume enough protein and train hard, sleep can limit muscle growth and development. Find out why and what you can do about it.
February 5, 2017
What’s the Best Weight-Training Approach for Fat Loss?
Most people weight train to get stronger or build muscle but it can also help with fat loss. What’s the best approach for using weights or resistance to burn body fat? Find out what research shows.
January 8, 2017
Can Cortisol Sabotage Your Muscle Growth?
Cortisol – it’s a hormone bodybuilders want to keep in check – but why? Does cortisol really have the ability to sabotage muscle growth? It depends. Find out why.
September 25, 2016
Does Stress Make It Harder to Lose Body Fat?
Stress – it can do a number on your health. Some people are also convinced it can make it harder to lose body fat and even lead to weight gain. Is there any truth to this idea? Read on and find what link, if any, there is between stress, changes in body composition, and weight gain.
August 7, 2016
Ways To Stay Injury Free When You Fitness Train
One thing you don’t want when you train is an injury. Sometimes, despite your best effort, you end up injured. Still, it’s important to do what you can to prevent them. Here are seven ways to make yourself more resistant to injury.
August 7, 2016
What Happens to Your Brain When You’re Hungry
Hunger control is complex and we sometimes override hunger signals and eat anyway. That’s why it’s important to address issues like stress and lack of sleep along with eating balanced meals with protein and fiber. Doing these things can help you fight and win your battle when you hungry.
July 24, 2016
A New Study Looks at Whether Dieting Slows Your Metabolism
Does repeated calorie restriction and dieting slow your metabolism? If so, how long will your metabolism stay slow once you return to your normal eating habits? According to a new study, it’s longer than you think.
May 15, 2016
An Unexpected Perk of Eating a High-Protein Diet for Weight Loss
Protein is the most satiating of all the macronutrients and one you need more of if you do high-intensity exercise or resistance training. Research also shows a high-protein diet helps with weight loss. Now a new study shows an unexpected benefit of consuming more protein when dieting. Find out what it is.
April 17, 2016
Nutrient Partitioning: What Role Does It Play in Muscle Growth?
A variety of factors dictates whether the macronutrients you eat are used as energy, stored as fat, or used to build muscle tissue. One of these factors is nutrient partitioning. Find out what nutrient partitioning is, the hormones that influence it, and how lifestyle impacts it.
February 21, 2016
Is Leptin Resistance Fueling Your Food Cravings?
Are you constantly craving the wrong foods and can’t seem to satisfy your hunger? This can be a sign of leptin resistance, an under-appreciated cause of weight gain and obesity. Read on and discover more about this condition and what you can do to restore your body’s sensitivity to leptin and make it easier to lose weight.
February 14, 2016
Why It’s Time to Take a Break from Dieting
How many times have you heard someone say they’re going on a diet? Yet, how often do they succeed in losing AND maintaining a lower body weight? The statistics are pretty dismal. Read on and discover why it’s time to take a break from dieting and focus on health and wellness instead.
February 7, 2016