Amino Acids
Quinoa: Nutrition for the Warrior in You
Looking for a food that provides a little extra boost in the fourth quarter? Look no further than the ancient Incas for inspiration. To the Incas, a South American civilization [...]
Get the Scoop on Protein Products
High-performing athletes need to consume enough protein to help their muscles recover from tough workouts. Since it can be difficult to meet 100 percent of their nutritional needs with food, [...]
Get the Scoop on Different Types of Protein: Animal, Whey, Casein and Soy
Not all types of protein are created equal. The body uses protein from different foods in different ways. The higher its biological value [BV]—i.e., the percentage absorbed by the body—the [...]
A Whey to Promote Muscle Growth and Repair
Research suggests that compared to other proteins, whey is most effective for repairing exercise-induced muscle damage. Whey contains essential amino acids—important for muscle protein synthesis. It's also rapidly absorbed, so [...]
Essential Protein Shake Ingredients to Build Muscle
Protein is absolutely essential for athletes, especially if their goal is to increase size and strength. Reason being, protein is made of amino acids, which are critical for helping muscles [...]
Add Lean Muscle With The Two-Hour Protein Rule
Consuming protein after training is a proven method for increasing muscle size and strength, as it provides muscles with the amino acids they need to rebuild and recover. Experts recommend [...]
Vegetarian Sources of Protein
"Where do you get your protein?" is a common question put to vegetarians, but in truth, many alternatives to meat and fish provide sufficient amounts of protein—even for the performance [...]
Recovery Supplements
Replenish your energy and fuel your muscle growth with a post-workout recovery drink. Gatorade Recover 03 [gatorade.com] $1.30-2/ 16.9-oz. bottle EAS Myoplex [eas.com] $4.15/ 17-oz. bottle Cytosport Cytomax Recovery [...]
Post-Workout Meal Guidelines
A post-workout meal optimizes muscle recovery to improve size and strength in athletes. According to Tim Ziegenfuss, president of the International Society of Sports Nutrition, it should contain carbohydrates and [...]
How Much Protein Do Athletes Need?
Protein provides amino acids to the muscles, which they need to rebuild, recover and gain size and strength. Experts recommend consuming between .8 and 1.5 grams of protein per kilogram [...]