For those who count calories, the goal is usually to lose some excess fat. As nearly everyone knows, weight loss requires the use of a caloric deficit. By using less energy than you ingest, the body cannot help but lose weight. However, human metabolism is a complicated thing, even when its rules seem simple on…
Every day, nutritional science is revealing something new for us. For several decades, it was thought that diets high in carbohydrates were correct and healthy, when in reality, our waistlines have ballooned since the advent of the food pyramid and beyond. While carbohydrates, which breakdown into sugars, are necessary for life, too much sugar results…
One of the most frequently asked questions posed to trainers is, “How often should I work out?” Though there is no one-size-fits-all answer, there are several things to consider to help you decide what works best for you. The answer to the question of exercise frequency depends greatly on who is asking the question and…
When you think of one of the more “extreme” workouts in the bodybuilding world, it’s surely the bench press. How many people – even those very well-informed in the fitness world – will cite their strength and level of training by how much they can bench? While it’s certainly not a complete definition of your…
Milk has been through hard times. This seemingly innocent beverage evolved from being placed on a pedestal reflective of all things pure and wholesome to being the maligned victim of public shaming by health enthusiasts across social media. What led to its fall from grace? Changing the perception of milk products The history of America’s…
Oh, how we all dread loose skin after weight loss. Short of surgery, it seems like a lost cause. The worst part is trying to retain the drive to continue a healthy regimen of diet and exercise when these behaviors appear to have little or no positive impact on body shape. Loose skin versus body…
When we think about fitness, there are really two sides to it in the forefront of our minds. The first is usually cosmetic – we want to look fit, we want to look good, we want to appeal to others visually. The health benefits are also important but are rarely the most immediate concern. Well,…
Trying to burn away excess fat can be a very frustrating experience. Sometimes, it can seem like the fat is just clinging to your body and refuses to go away. If you feel like you are working hard but still looking fat, this article might be able to help. For our purposes, we are going…
Blueberry Açai Amino Bowl INGREDIENTS 1 scoop Proven EAA’s 1 frozen banana 1-2 packets frozen açai 1 cup blueberries 1/2 cup frozen pineapple 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk or water Toppings (optional): Sliced banana, fresh blueberries, sliced physalis, granola, toasted coconut flakes INSTRUCTIONS In a blender, add all ingredients except the BCAA and process until…
Perhaps the most coveted muscle, next to chiseled six pack abs, has got to be a big, round, beach ball sized pair of biceps. While the triceps make up about 70% of the mass of the upper arm, even the most developed tris can’t generate the same awe as ferociously peaked biceps. Building such a…