By now, you probably know that protein is one of the most important macronutrients for building muscle. If you didn’t know, well, now you do. Protein contains amino acids which help our muscles rebuild and repair after training. To deprive yourself of these nutrients would be catastrophic to your muscular development. So does more protein […]

Ask any vegan about whether or not eggs are good for you and they’ll come at you with negative facts like a fat kid chasing an ice cream truck. It should be noted that while veganism is a very healthy and morally sound lifestyle, they demonise certain food groups a lot more than is necessary […]

Not all supplements are created equal and the same can be said for athletes. The bodybuilder will look for supplements to develop muscularity and size. The marathon runner will look for supplements to help boost insurance on those long painful runs. The football player will look for a supplement to help with explosive power in […]

You probably take a multivitamin to help improve overall immune function and health. If you break down the ingredients, you’ll most certainly see that vitamin D is present in whatever brand you happen to be taking. When it’s time for you to hit the gym, I’m willing to bet that you put your vitamin bottle […]

When you think of the term “Bulking Phase”, I’m willing to bet a sense of ease– and maybe even delight — fills your heart (and stomach). Usually, this sets the stage for an onslaught of unhealthy eating all for the sake of putting on mass. Well, I’m here to inform you that just because you’re […]

There was a time when you could rest assured knowing that juicy steak you were biting into was a grass-fed cow, and raised to the highest standards. Now, you have to look for the best beef for building muscle. THE QUEST FOR THE BEST BEEF FOR BUILDING MUSCLE A BRIEF HISTORY OF BEEF NUTRIENTS Over […]

For years the supplement industry has touted fish oil as the super supplement. It can boost the immune system, appearance, and athletic performance. And for years people spend their hard earned money on this all-in-one magical pill without fully experiencing its true benefits. However, do you know how to properly use fish oil? There’s a […]

Before you start reaching for a pill bottle to improve your health, look to your fridge (provided that your fridge is stocked with healthy items). Check out these diet hacks to keep you at optimum performance. ACHIEVE YOUR FITNESS GOALS WITH THESE 6 DIET HACKS 1. MIX CINNAMON INTO YOUR MORNING COFFEE Cinnamon is a […]

We’ve all heard at one point or another that coffee has its share of negative effects on our bodies and it should be avoided whenever possible. But somehow it just didn’t seem right, did it? Turns out, putting cocoa in your coffee has its fair share of health advantages. TRANSFORM YOUR MORNINGS BY PUTTING COCOA […]

With all the training you’ve been doing, you might be wondering whether or not pre-bed protein–consuming protein right before bed–gets a thumbs up (or thumbs down). We took a closer look at several key studies regarding this issue, here’s what we found. IS PRE-BED PROTEIN GOOD OR BAD? THE STUDIES In 2012, the Maastricht University […]