As someone who follows technology and fitness closely, there was no way I was passing up the opportunity to attend HACKFit Boston this past weekend. During this three-day event, teams gather ... Continue Reading
Less Is More: New Studies Investigate Carnitine Dose-Response
L-carnitine has been a popular substance in the news lately. While its dubious negative impact to human health continues to be debated, its effects on performance will only be discovered in greater depth. ... Continue Reading
Product Review: Fenom Pearl Weave Gi
In her interview with Seymour Yang in 2010, Fenom founder Triin Seppel explained her brand name. “Fenom is a play of two words - female plus phenomenon. People typically refer to a highly-skilled person in ... Continue Reading
Book Review: “Faster: Demystifying the Science of Triathlon Speed” by Jim Gourley
While all athletes are a little crazy, I’ve yet to meet any single group that will jump on anything to make themselves faster like a triathlete will. Their sheer determination to go faster, even if it ... Continue Reading
Echinacea Shown Ineffective at Improving VO2 Max
When talking about performance in sports, especially as measured by the types of measurements made in labs, things can get complex. However, it’s important to understand performance variables and what they ... Continue Reading
Product Review: Farmaesthetics New and Nursing Mothers Set
The Farmaesthetics brand has put together the ultimate relaxation and pampering package for pregnant and new moms. I used the products in the New and Nursing Mothers set throughout the last portion of my ... Continue Reading
Product Review: Six Pack Fitness Innovator 500 Bag
No doubt many of you have experienced the same dilemma with food that I have. You don’t trust your workplace, friends, or restaurants to have the foods you need, so you diligently pack food to take with ... Continue Reading
Product Review: The SmartFlex
The fitness world is filled with garbage for the most part. The Shake Weight, Biggest Loser, and Ab Rollers all spring to mind. But every now and then something truly great either gets reborn, like ... Continue Reading
Betaine Found Effective for Body Composition and Performance
Betaine, so named for its initial discovery as a component of beets, is an osmolyte also present in spinach and whole grains. An osmolyte is a substance that helps maintain the fluid volume in our cells by ... Continue Reading
Take Your Cod Liver Oil: Supplement Advice For Athletes From the Weston A. Price Foundation
Last week I discussed the Weston A. Price Foundation approach to nutrition and how it might apply to athletes. This week, we’re delving deeper into an issue every athlete is familiar with: supplements. The ... Continue Reading
Product Review: King Kong Backpack
The nice thing about being a gym rat is that even if you’re a guy you can still profess an unabashed love for a good bag. Having the right bag can make all the difference in the smoothness of your day and ... Continue Reading
Product Review: Amara Sports Drink
Energy drinks, sports drinks, and the like have long been a vice of mine. I say vice because in general these drinks either aren’t good for you, being high in sugar, or they have nearly zero nutritional ... Continue Reading
Product Review: JayBird BlueBuds X Headphones
When it comes to audio devices I’m big on sound and functionality. The Jaybird BlueBuds X headphones go long on both. With slick packaging, a carrying case, custom mini-USB charger (Why is this not also a ... Continue Reading
Product Review: 93 Brand x Gawakoto Gentle Chief Rashguard
I love character rashguards so much. Being a small woman, I’ve always been sad that they were never available in my size. At one point, I said "screw it" and tried to fit myself into one of Gawakoto’s ... Continue Reading
Caffeine Decreases Muscle Soreness
Caffeine is one of the most proven performance-enhancing supplements in history. It increases performance, decreases fatigue, and promotes fat burning. It’s also insanely popular. 90% of adults in North ... Continue Reading
Product Review: Progenex Cocoon
If you’ve been reading any of my more recent articles, you’re well aware of how important sleep is to optimal health. It supports our immune systems, cognition, hormone production, weight loss, and more. ... Continue Reading
Book Review: “Everyday Paleo Around the World: Italian Cuisine” by Sarah Fragoso
Nothing makes my day quite like receiving a review copy of a new paleo cookbook in the mail. So I was intrigued when the mailman recently left me a copy of Everyday Paleo Around the World: Italian Cuisine. ... Continue Reading
Product Review: Kill Cliff Recovery Drinks
Energy drinks and sports drinks are popular for a reason. Energy drinks can be a more convenient way to get an energy boost than coffee, and sports drinks provide us with the nutrients and energy we need. ... Continue Reading
Product Review: BioForce HRV
When it comes to training, athletes who care about performance know that small details matter. You probably know people who track a million things about their training, from heart rate to carb grams. One ... Continue Reading
Product Review: Gaiam 18″ Muscle Therapy Foam Roller
The benefits of self-myofascial release are pretty indisputable at this point, but I will confess I’ve always been guilty of foam roller negligence. It’s a simple practice, but when I’m at the gym I always ... Continue Reading
Book Review: “Get-Fit Guy’s Guide to Achieving Your Ideal Body” by Ben Greenfield
The idea of somatotyping fascinates a lot of people. If you’re not familiar with the term, somatotyping is based on the idea that each of us belongs to one of several body types. Most commonly, you’ve ... Continue Reading
Tech Review: Locavore App
Eating locally sourced foods is a high priority for many athletes and coaches. One of the most common excuses for not eating locally is not having a source nearby for local food, as convenience is often ... Continue Reading
Product Review: Pony Club Grappling Gear The Yang Spats
Do you know what “kitsch” means? I had to look it up, but according to Wikipedia it is “a style of mass-produced art or design using cultural icons...kitsch art is closely associated with sentimental art." ... Continue Reading
Product Review: LPG Muscle Delt Belt
If you’ve ever nailed yourself in the nether regions or the chin while doing upright rows or face pulls, then you will have an appreciation for LPG Muscle’s Delt Belt. The Delt Belt is a V-shaped strap ... Continue Reading
