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Train at a Whole New Level Using Pear Square One
Athletes' efforts to become bigger, faster and stronger have blown up the market for products that measure intensity. But with so many devices monitoring heart rate, distance and calories burned, [...]
Build Muscle with Sleep and Nutrition
When athletes want to put on additional muscle, they usually head straight to the weight room. Many make the all-too-common mistake of neglecting the kitchen and bedroom. Weight training is [...]
Improve Your Golf Game By Fueling With 1st and 10th Tee Bars
Good timing and strong mechanics are essentials in the game of golf. But in a sport where winning depends so much on precise execution, one major factor is often forgotten: [...]
Sports Psychology Tips For Improving Memory
May and June can be stressful months for student-athletes. Preparing for final exams while (hopefully) participating in state tournament games leaves little margin for mental errors. Costly mistakes, whether in [...]
6 Super Foods for Superior Performance
Some people think that nutrition for athletes must involve engineered foods, such as energy bars, protein shakes, carbohydrate gels and sports drinks. But really, the most powerful foods are the [...]
Eat Healthy For Peak Performance
The expression "You are what you eat" should be posted on weight room walls and in cafeterias, athletic training offices and locker rooms as a constant reminder how foods and [...]
Is Chocolate Milk the Best Post-Workout Drink?
Athletes can choose from dozens of post-workout drink options. So many choices can make it difficult to decide which one is best for building muscle and enhancing recovery. Sports nutritionists [...]
Hydration Facts Athletes Need to Know
If you want to play your best and get the most out of your workouts, you must be sufficiently hydrated. If you ignore your hydration needs, your performance will suffer [...]
5 Simple Post-Workout Snacks
Did you know that eating a snack after you work out is just as important—if not more important—than grabbing a bite beforehand? You want to make sure you feed your [...]
Superfood Series A-Z: Dates
Eating fresh fruit is generally recommended over munching on dried fruit. A cup of dried fruit contains less water and more sugar than a cup of fresh fruit. However, dried [...]