Rebuild
Build Muscle With Whey and Casein Protein
As a high-performing athlete, you must consume protein to help your muscles recover and rebuild stronger. However, not all types of protein are created equal. The two key types for [...]
The Value of Protein for Athletes
Protein's Place in Your Diet Protein provides amino acids, which muscles need to rebuild, recover and gain size and strength. Consuming too little protein inhibits muscle growth, repair and recovery, [...]
Japan Relief Effort Supported By Under Armour
More than 13,000 lives were lost on March 11, when Japan experienced one of the largest earthquakes our planet has ever seen. A tsunami then rocked the Japanese shore, leaving [...]
Double Dose of Insanity: Blake Griffin’s Monster Dunks
Although the Los Angeles Clippers are struggling (their record out of the gate is 1-13), they do have the NBA's top rookie in 6'10" forward Blake Griffin. The former Oklahoma [...]
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 [...]
Your Guide to Optimal Recovery
Why you need to recover If this summer marks your 2010 debut in the weight room, know what’s in store for Day 2: not being able to lift your arms [...]
Eating on the Road
Breakfast for dinner? Liz Applegate says it’s a winner, especially when you’re eating on the road. The UC Davis sports nutrition director and Oakland Raiders consultant recommends dishing up a [...]
Eating for Injury Prevention
Your level of conditioning plays a major role in injury prevention, as does the substance of your diet. Poor eating habits can actually make you more susceptible to injuries. The [...]
