Proper Nutrition
Pinch: Finally, a Better Fiber Supplement for the Masses
Fiber. It’s a critical component of a healthy diet, yet the average American eats far too little of it. According to the National Institutes of Health, teens and adults should [...]
New Study Says ‘Food Deserts’ Not to Blame for America’s Junk Food Addiction
Americans are fatter and more unhealthy than ever before. In October, a report released by the National Center for Health Statistics confirmed that U.S. obesity rates have reached an all-time [...]
How Nutrition and Recovery Map the Providence Friars’ Road To March Madness
March Madness is the most exciting, intense four weeks in college basketball. The best teams in the country have year-round preparation strategies via proper nutrition, weight training programs, and a [...]
Eat Healthy for Football Success
You all know the feelings: you run out of steam during practice or a game, or you’re painfully reminded by sore, stiff muscles the next day. Muscles enable us to [...]
Healthy Tennis Diet
Tennis is a game of quick action and movement than takes a toll on the body. To play at your best, you must get the right nutrition. Novak Djokovic made [...]
3 Essential Steps to Build Muscle Strength and Size
The fastest way to build muscle strength and size is good old-fashioned strength training, done right. Over time, strength training challenges your muscles by breaking them down so they repair [...]
Neglecting a Performance Pillar Can Hurt Your Game
It's natural to focus on what you're good at. For example, if you are gifted on the field but weak in the weight room, you will probably put more effort [...]
Are You Overtraining or Under-Recovering?
We're taught to be conscious of overtraining and its symptoms, because in the athletic world, fatigue leads to training derailments, illness or injury. However, what often goes unrecognized, by both [...]
How Pre-Workout Supplements Are Slowing You Down
If you've ever visited a nutrition or supplement store, you've been bombarded with advertisements for the latest and greatest pre-workout supplements. At one time or another, you might have parted [...]
How to Set Goals for a Successful Wrestling Season
The new wrestling season marks a fresh start. Everyone begins with a perfect record. But what really sets the tone for a successful season are your personal goals. As the [...]