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Intermittent Fasting For Athletes: The Why and How

In this article, the two forms of fasting I will breakdown for you are Full day fasts (FDF) and daily fasts. I will discuss the pros and cons of each, and how it can be directly applied to athletes.

Study Suggests Eating Blueberries May Prevent Exercise-Induced Muscle Soreness

New research examines the relationship between exercise-induced muscle soreness and blueberries. Science says blueberries can help you recover faster after your workouts. Find out how!

The Effect of BCAAs on Exercise Induced Muscle Soreness

BCAAs are known for their muscle sparing and building properties, but a recent study done in the UK showed that BCAAs can also curb muscle soreness associated with exercise.

Science Says: Energy Drinks Really Do Work

There is no doubt that caffeine plays a role in increasing performance, but just how much does it really help? Recent research looked at different dosages and the scientifically measured benefits.

The Secret to Supplementation: It's Not About The Supplements

The real secret to supplementation that works comes before you ever take a pill. Find out how you can build a pyramid of success and performance, using nutrition, sleep, and supplements.

Down in the Dirt Series, Part 3: A Local Farm And The City Slickers Who Run It

Molly and John left busy city life to manage a 130-acre farm called Apricot Lane. They took on the task of converting it to organic. Find out how these city slickers found fulfillment in the dirt.

Black Pepper: More Than Just a Spice - It Fights Fat!

Next time you are eating you may want to give the pepper a few more shakes. A recent study shows the main substance in black pepper, known as piperine, can stop the formation of new fat cells.

An Idiot's Guide to Post Workout Recovery Drinks

Sports drinks are a huge industry - over $1.5 billion back in 2007. But what do you REALLY need to look for in a sports drink and how does it ACTUALLY help your body?

Surprising News On How Lactoferrin Helps Athletes

The fitness world is pretty hip to the use of protein, but researchers have found new and surprising uses for the protein lactoferrin. Increasing oxygen? Boosting the immune system?

Real World Advice for Post Workout Nutrition

Stephanie Greunke, nutrition expert, gives us the simple why and how behind good post workout nutrition. It's not that complicated and you really ought to be doing it.

Energy Drinks and Performance: The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly

Caffeine is the most widely used drug in the world. It’s cheap, legal, and socially acceptable. But what are the effects of energy drinks on our health and performance? Good or bad?

Confessions of a Detox Flunky: 6 Ways to Detox Without Fasting

Feel like you could benefit from a detox, but horrified at the thought of fasting? I've failed every cleansing fast I've tried, but in the process learned this 6 much simpler ways to detox.

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