Pre-workout is a powder drink mix that is supposed to boost your power to enhance your workout performance. These supplements are recommended to be consumed about 15-20 minutes prior to your workout, but directions vary depending on the brand and pre-workout type. Pre-workout drinks vary brand, but are usually marketed to either amp...
Water consumption is important for every cellular process in your body, including maintenance of metabolism, digestion, and even immune support (among other functions). It also can help you achieve your fat loss goals, since our bodies have difficulty distinguishing feelings of hunger and thirst. You may actually just be THIRSTY when you get...
Ever heard of people adding BCAAs to their shakes or seen these advertised on different protein powders? Wonder what the heck people are talking about? Let’s explain it simply. BCAAs are a group of essential amino acids (the building blocks of protein molecules) with a branched molecular structure. There are three different...
First, let’s remember that labeling anything we consume as “good” or “bad” can cause a lot of food noise for people (including myself), so I try very hard to avoid these kinds of labels, in general. If you’re not sure what I mean by food noise, check out my blog about food...
Ah, caffeine! America’s #1 most abused substance! We love the flavor, we love the energy, and we love the push to go-go-go!!! But how much of this is safe for you to consume? Typical recommendations – and I do stress that word typical – have been that people can safely consume...
It is time to end the cardio-ONLY mentality, once and for all! Have you ever been stuck in a gym routine composed of entirely cardio? Have you ever felt like you NEEDED the cardio after a weekend of indulging a bit too much? Have you ever felt “bad” for missing out...
