pre workout
Do you need a protein boost before a workout, and can it improve your performance? How about after your workout is over? Here’s what science says about consuming protein around the time of a workout and whether it can help your performance.
For a while experts have discouraged athletes from using coffee and other caffeinated beverages for hydration during exercise. This is based on the idea that caffeine is a diuretic that increases fluid loss. Now a new study challenges this idea. A pre-workout cup of coffee may be okay for hydration and for exercise performance. Find out more.
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.
Exercise may feel uncomfortable, especially when you’re really challenging yourself. Are there ways to reduce the perception of how hard exercise feels so you feel more comfortable or can perform a little longer or harder? Discover four ways to make exercise feel easier that are supported by research.
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Find out more about the benefits of sipping green tea before a workout.
What you eat before a workout can affect your performance more than you think. Find out what the best pre-workout meal is and what to eat before heading to the gym.
