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Expert nutrition advice, tracking tutorials, member stories, and more to help you reach your goals.

Should I Eat If I'm Not Hungry?

You just finished a meal and you still feel hungry or maybe (if you are a macro counter) you might have gone through all your macros and you feel your stomach rumbling at the end of the day. What should you do? Eat? Not eat? Hmmm… Come along for the journey while this question is answered.

Emily Camacho

Emily Camacho

Sep 7, 2022

1 min read

How to Take Body Measurements for Weight Loss

The weight on the scale, body measurements, and progress pictures are the three main pieces of the body composition puzzle. Today, we’ll break down each of these factors and provide tips, tricks, and considerations for each.

Ali Macy

Ali Macy

Sep 5, 2022

1 min read

How to Eat More Carbs: Easy Carb Diet Hacks

At some point in your journey, your nutrition coach may suggest adding more carbohydrates to your routine. This will probably get you wondering how to eat more carbs in a way that supports your body composition and/or performance goals.

Ali Macy

Ali Macy

Aug 23, 2022

1 min read

The Best Protein Bars for Muscle Gain

Choosing the best protein bars for muscle gain is no easy task. If you think you are indecisive at choosing a show on Netflix, try going down the protein bar aisle at the grocery store! The options are endless, and unfortunately, they are not all healthy options. Let’s be honest, some protein bars on the market may as well be in the candy aisle. Luckily, not all grab-and-go protein alternatives are unhealthy.

Katherine Hyatt Hawkins

Katherine Hyatt Hawkins

Aug 22, 2022

1 min read

Macros for Muscle Gain

Do you want to know a secret? How about some of the biggest secrets of macros for muscle gain? Regardless of your goals, muscle mass is a critical component for athletic performance and long-term health. We’re covering everything from why nutrition is important to what your macros for muscle gain should be. Come along for the ride, and let's get you some gains!

Emily Camacho

Emily Camacho

Aug 8, 2022

1 min read

The Best CrossFit Workouts for Weight Loss

Many people get into CrossFit because of their weight loss goals. This begs the question, what are the best CrossFit workouts for weight loss? Are some workout styles more effective in fat burning than others? What about strength building and losing fat at the same time?

Josh Holton

Josh Holton

Jul 19, 2022

1 min read

WAG Nutrition Macro and Calorie Calculator

Many people come to WAG Nutrition wanting to know how many calories they need to lose weight. Then, when they get the initial macros from their coach, they wonder “how do you calculate macros?” or how to calculate a calorie deficit. Use this calorie calculator guide as a jumping-off point.

Ali Macy

Ali Macy

May 3, 2022

1 min read