Food
Two Vital Protein Powders for Weight Lifters
The type of protein you consume after training can have a major impact on your results. Weight training breaks down muscle fibers and connective tissue.
December 17, 2015
Supplements
Supplements
A Great Way to Reduce Post-Workout Soreness
Without a doubt, branched-chain amino acids (BCAAs) top the list of supplements to take during a workout. BCAAs have a host of research-supported benefits for
November 12, 2015
Supplements
A Potent Post-Workout Cocktail
In a research article titled Ethnopharmacology and Male Bodybuilders’ Lived Experience with Consuming Sports Nutrition Supplements in Canada, Brian Bailey found that bodybuilders often rely
September 24, 2015
Health
A Chlorine Scavenger
It’s been a scorcher of a summer! What a great year to own a swimming pool. Taking a dip whenever you want can be refreshing
August 21, 2015
Supplements
Death by Calcium
Rheo Blair, a legendary nutrition guru, once advised taking as many as 500 supplement pills per day to meet nutrient needs. Among them was calcium,
May 29, 2015
Food
No Carbs Post-Workout
During high-intensity training phases, a lower training volume means less energy expended. It’s important to adjust your calorie intake accordingly—otherwise, you risk storing excess calories
May 5, 2015
Health
Vitality In A Pill
As I mentioned in Getting in Shape After the Age of 50, certain nutraceuticals—such as coenzyme Q10, carnitine, resveratrol, and turmeric—appear to have anti-aging effects.
April 27, 2015
Bodybuilding
Bedtime Muscle-Building Concoction
I love studying the roots of the iron game, especially bodybuilding history. Over the years, I’ve written about many pioneers who paved the way for
February 4, 2015