Make the Most of Branched-Chain Amino Acids
Amino acid supplements have been at the top of sports nutrition must-haves for decades, and within that category of building blocks, branched-chain amino acids are considered the holy grail. But to really make the most of any amino acids, you...
How to Reduce Muscle Soreness
Regardless of what time of workouts you do, whether weight training, CrossFit, trail running, or anything else, if you're putting in 100% effort, you're going to get sore. That can be true regardless of how much experience you have or...
When to Do Cardio
The question of when to do cardio is an age-old debate among people working hard to burn the most fat possible. Some claim that doing cardio in the morning before breakfast is ideal while others say right after a weight-training...
Pre-workout and Post-workout Nutrition Made Simple
Making progress in the gym or with any major physical activity requires just a few important things: Dedication, determination, recuperation, and good nutrition. The first two depend completely on the amount of effort you're willing to put in, but with...
The Benefits of Amylopectin - Waxy Potato Starch
Amylopectin, or waxy potato starch, is a carbohydrate source that's ideal for athletes or anyone who exercises and wants to replenish muscle glycogen quickly after their workouts. Waxy potato starch has a high molecular weight and passes through the stomach...
The Power of Pea Protein
If you're not vegetarian or vegan, you probably don't know much about pea protein, but even if you're not searching out plant-based protein, it's something worth considering. Sustainability, nutrition, and good flavor can all go hand in hand. As you'd...