Have you ever felt like you're putting in the work at the gym and trying to eat "healthy," but your performance isn't improving, or your weight just won't budge? The secret to unlocking your fitness potential and achieving your body composition goals might lie in a deeper understanding of macronutrients for performance.
The world of nutrition can be confusing and full of conflicting popular beliefs that may not be based on scientific evidence. To add insult to injury, even scientifically sound advice may not be best for your body. TLDR: there are a lot of common nutrition myths out there, and we’re here to help debunk them.
While frustrating, weight loss plateaus are a normal part of the process, and understanding how to navigate them is key to achieving your goals. This blog post will delve into practical strategies for overcoming weight loss plateaus that will get you back on track. We'll discuss ways of breaking through diet stalls with practical, effective weight loss tactics.
Many endurance athletes believe that training should only focus on cardio, but incorporating strength training can improve performance and give you an edge over your competition. Strength training for endurance athletes doesn’t have to be about bulking up but can help you build a stronger, more resilient body that can perform at its peak.
Sleep and weight loss are deeply intertwined, influencing various physiological processes that can significantly affect your ability to manage your weight. Beyond simply feeling tired, lack of sleep can disrupt your hormones, increase food cravings, and make adhering to a healthy diet much more challenging.
Many people struggle with sugar cravings, which can derail even the best of diet plans. This post will explore how to stop sugar cravings by focusing on the science behind them and how to manage them effectively. We'll discuss the potential of sugar addiction and how to use blood sugar control as a way to achieve your goals.
Finding the time to eat healthy can feel like a monumental task for busy professionals. Between long hours at work, meetings, and other commitments, it can be challenging to prioritize nutrition. But, with the right approach, it's absolutely achievable!
The scale is only one measure of progress. There are many alternative ways to measure progress that do not involve your weight. In fact, focusing on more than one method to measure your progress can be very helpful in assessing your progress accurately. After all, the more puzzle pieces you have, the easier it is to put the whole picture together, right?
Intermittent fasting for athletes has grown in popularity due to endorsements from celebrities, athletes, and mainstream media. Although intermittent fasting has been utilized throughout history for religious purposes and health reasons (and, if you go back far enough for survival), it has been recently encouraged as a diet tool and for performance enhancement.
Carb cycling for fat loss has become a popular strategy for those looking to shed pounds while maintaining (or even improving) athletic performance. But is it right for you, and more importantly, how do you do it effectively?
The winter months often bring a cozy stillness, but for athletes, that doesn't mean our training grinds to a halt. Whether you're hitting the slopes, pounding the pavement in the brisk air, or keeping up your indoor lifting routine, hydration is just as crucial in winter as it is in the summer.
Have you ever felt completely drained after a workout? Maybe you’re pushing yourself harder than ever, but you’re feeling increasingly tired and irritable instead of feeling stronger. Today, we’re covering five key nutrition strategies to help you avoid burnout and overtraining while optimizing your recovery.