It is normal to worry about timing of meals when trying to cut or build muscle. We have already covered the fact that protein timing is generally less relevant as long as the total amount of protein consumed
Carbs are often given a bad reputation and blamed for causing fat gain, when in reality they have an important role in our bodies. Our brains use carbs for energy which is why your liver is dedicated to
‘What the Health’ claims that red meat is in the same WHO category as tobacco when it comes to cancer. Have they fooled you with this statement? First off, cancer has been associated to PROCESSED RED MEAT consumption
Foam rolling may help accelerate some, but not all, indices of recovery. If you utilize foam rolling for recovery, don’t expect a miraculous effect. Further, it should only be one modality of recovery strategy that you use. Low-intensity
High-intensity squats and deadlifts both cause significant central, peripheral, and neuromuscular fatigue up to 30 minutes after the exercises; however, there is little difference in the amount of fatigue between exercises. This study utilized well-trained lifters with a squat
Physical activity does more than just increase total energy expenditure. When activity is low, appetite is dysregulated, resulting in excess food intake and weight gain. Higher levels of activity seem to increase appetite control. The combination of being
Your muscles store energy as a carbohydrate known as glycogen, allowing you to be able to carry out an intense workout as your glycogen stores are depleted. Refilling these glycogen-stores is one reason why post-workout carbohydrates are important.
If you think that going to the gym 3 times a week or walking to work and back everyday or enough significantly reduce your risk of mortality, think again. Many of us spend the majority of the day
Not all fats are unhealthy. Omega-3 fatty acids are one of the “good” types of fat. Western diets are rich in Omega-6 fatty acids, but low in omega-3. Adding Omega-3 will help balance the ratio between Omega-6 and
Who else loves avocado on toast on a Sunday? Avocados contain a variety of essential nutrients such as vitamins, fibers and minerals. Unlike other fruits, avocados are low in sugar and contain monounsaturated fatty-acid-rich oil, which helps to
