Amino Acids
How Taurine Can Help Improve Athletic Performance and Recovery
Taurine is a naturally occurring amino acid. It has gained attention in the athletic and fitness world for its potential to boost performance and accelerate recovery. While often overshadowed by [...]
Top 10 Supplements for Football Players
Football is a demanding sport at any level. From high school to the pros, football players are always looking for ways to take their game to the next level. One [...]
The Best Times to Drink a Protein Shake
Every athlete has different needs based on his or her type of training, competition and timing of last meal.
What is Whey Protein?
Whey protein. If you've ever stepped foot in a weight room, odds are you've heard those two words. Whey protein is super popular with anyone looking to...
Is Nutritional Yeast the Next Big Thing in Health Food?
Despite its dull name, nutritional yeast has all the ingredients of a food that could explode in popularity.
Why Intermittent Fasting Doesn’t Always Make Sense for Female Athletes
Many of you have probably heard about intermittent fasting, a specific type of fasting associated with a slew of health benefits, including weight loss. And it all sounds pretty easy. [...]
Why You Need a Bedtime Snack
Sleep, necessary to rebuild damaged muscles, rest the heart, and mentally recharge you for a new day of training. During the 7-10 hours you spend...
The 7 Best Nuts for Your Health and Performance
Nuts are bite sized powerhouses loaded with healthy fat, protein, vitamins, and minerals to keep every athlete well fueled. These concentrated sources...
5 Side Effects of a Low-Protein Diet for Athletes
Most people generally know that protein is related to building muscle, even if they don't understand the biology of it. For athletes, it's a critical...
Should You Be Taking BCAAs?
BCAAs, or branched chain amino acids, are one of the most popular supplements in performance training. The term refers to three amino acids: leucine, isoleucine and valine. These three [...]