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High Powered Performance: Hydration Tips For All Athletes
Our bodies are made up of approximately 60% water, our bodies are dependent on our hydration status for a multitude of chemical reactions to take place,...
These 5 Alarming Stats Show Just How Bad the Average American Eats
It’s an appropriate coincidence that the acronym for the Standard American Diet is SAD. Also known as the Western pattern diet, the SAD uses available data to estimate the diet [...]
5 Brain Foods For Mental Focus In Your Life
Staying in shape is just as much about the mental as it is about the physical. It requires will and concentration to show up to the gym after putting in...
The Diet Change That Could Propel Swimmer Elizabeth Beisel to Olympic Gold
Much has changed for Elizabeth Beisel since her first Olympic Games. In 2008, she was a 15-year-old high school student who narrowly missed earning a medal with a fourth-place finish [...]
The Problems With Early Morning Workouts
Ever since I was a child coaches and trainers everywhere have seemed to vouch for early morning workouts in many cases. This especially holds true for...
2 U.S. Rugby Stars Detail Their Preparation for the 2016 Olympic Games
Photo Credit: Jack McGaw for USA Sevens Rugby After a 92-year hiatus, rugby is returning to the Olympics at the 2016 Rio De Janeiro Summer Games. The format [...]
WNBA All-Star Kara Lawson’s Simple Nutrition Advice Every Athlete Needs to Hear
For most people, going vegan sounds impossible. Not only do you have to ditch meat, but you also have to avoid all animal-related products. No cheese? No milk? No eggs? [...]
A Beginner’s 3-Month Plan for Getting Fit
How have you tracked down your New Year's Resolution fitness goals from January? If you have fallen off, this plan is for you. First, let's start with...
How to Stop Jet Lag From Ruining Your Sports Performance
If you have had to fly abroad, you know about jetlag and the time disorientation which you feel upon stepping off that plane. This disruption in your...
‘The Mountain’ From ‘Game of Thrones’ Has Dumbbell-Shaped Water Bottles That Promote Hydration and Strength
We’ve extensively covered the ridiculous feats of strength performed by strongman Hafthór Júlíus Björnsson, who plays "The Mountain" on Game of Thrones. Björnsson has deadlifted nearly 1,000 pounds and overhead pressed [...]