They say that 80% of a healthy lifestyle happens in the kitchen – and that is true! Without the right food in your system, you ultimately put all your effort in the gym to waste. So a major investment you should consider making aside from anything you might need for fitness should include a few … Read more
Looking to make some serious gains with some serious quality protein? There are hundreds of different kinds of protein powders, and the quality and price fluctuate with each. There are some natural price floors and ceilings; but with protein, anything goes. In this article we’ll discuss the top 10 most expensive protein powders, and why … Read more
Losing weight or staying lean can be difficult, especially if you’re trying to tone up your muscles or gain some muscle mass at the same time. Your body needs protein to rebuild your muscles after tough workouts, but sources of protein often come with a high calorie count or fat content. While protein intake is … Read more
Gaining muscle is one of the most common goals when somebody hits the gym. It takes hard work with heavy weight; and, it also takes a strict diet. Getting enough protein, carbohydrates and calories into your diet is paramount to slapping on some mean slabs of muscle. However, sometimes food doesn’t provide enough nutrients to … Read more
Cheese is probably the dairy product we encounter most on a daily basis. Cream cheese on our bagels in the morning, cheese on our sub sandwiches, macaroni for dinner and fondue for the in-laws (no double dipping). As you probably remember from the Kraft commercials, cheese is a good source of calcium and protein. Calcium … Read more
If there’s a possible positive effect on health, there’s usually a supplement for it. Of course, supplements for your hair and skin exist, as well as supplements for your muscles. Collagen is a popular supplement that exists in the grey area between health supplements and cosmetic products. Most people take collagen to help with their … Read more
Since supplements have been created, there have been different schools of thought on when to take them. With some supplements, timing can actually produce varied results; with others, timing doesn’t matter as much. One of the most hotly debated supplement timing windows is with creatine. There are basically 4 schools of thought on taking create: … Read more
When trying to lose weight or stay lean, snacking generally has a bad reputation. This is due to all of the popular high-sodium, high-fat, processed foods available in convenience stores, drug stores, fast food restaurants and several other convenient grab-and-go places. Having unhealthy food constantly at your fingertips can make dieting hard, but if you … Read more
Whether you’re a fitness competitor looking to pack on some muscle or you’re just a naturally thin woman who wants to put on a little weight, gaining weight for women can be hard. Our bodies are not designed like men, and it often takes more than just eating more food to see your body fill … Read more