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Pre-Workout Protein Optimizes Muscle Recovery
According to research presented at the American College of Sports Medicine’s annual meeting, what you eat before you work out may enhance recovery. Consuming protein prior to weight lifting, the [...]
Whey Protein Powders
To eliminate post-workout aches, you can use ice to massage inflamed muscles or you can just toss a few cubes into a blender with a couple of scoops of whey [...]
Balancing Your Training Diet
One mistake many athletes make is focusing on one nutrient while missing the benefits of others. For example, when trying to add muscle mass, athletes often focus on protein. Guess [...]
Whey vs. Casein Protein
Whey and casein are two dietary proteins your body absorbs and processes in different ways. Knowing which type to consume and when allows your body to better utilize the nutrients. [...]
Essential Protein Sources
By Nancy Rodriguez // Director of sports nutrition programs at the University of Connecticut Want to reap the most benefits from protein in your diet? Read below to find out [...]
Best Glutamine Supplements
Ever feel like your muscles are having a break down after a hardcore workout? That’s because they are. To repair the muscle damage that results from working out and promote [...]
Gaining Weight the Healthy Way
Natural, healthy, weight-gaining supplements that don’t come in pill-form or in a bottle: where do you find ’em? Inside your fridge. Here, Susan Kleiner, RD, Ph.D, former nutrition consultant to [...]