Amandean Premium Marine Collagen Supplement Review
We review Amandean’s Premium Marine Collagen. A clean, versatile and eco-friendly protein supplement designed to support a variety of health and fitness goals.
Do you need a rest day or are you just being Lazy? Signs and symptoms of overtraining
Unless you're a Navy seal preparing for a life or death mission impossible, the expression, “the only workout you regret, is the one you didn't do” is nonsense and doesn't apply to 99.9% of the population. Overtraining can not only be dangerous, but it can also have a negative impact on your day-to-day life. But how do you know when you’re overtraining compared to when you’re just being lazy!?
Water: The Miracle Chemical That Helps Build Muscle
Water, the miracle chemical, “drug” and nutrient that helps build muscle. Experts agree that hydrating is a crucial ingredient for successful bodybuilding, weight loss (fat loss), and building body mass.
Cardio Vs Strength Training: Before, After, or Separate Days?
Is there a formula for getting the most benefit from your cardio and strength workouts? That really depends on your fitness goals. Are you bodybuilding? Does your goal lean more towards fat loss? Is it a combination of wanting to build muscle while staying lean? The bottom line is to create a training program that meets your overall fitness objectives while minimizing your risk of injury
Creatine: The Good, The Bad, and The Bulked-up
Creatine is an amino acid that is found mostly in your body's muscles as well as in your brain. Many know the role amino acids play in protein synthesis, but limitations in the ability to transport and/or store creatine can impair metabolism. Increasing the availability of creatine in tissue may enhance cellular metabolism and thereby lessen the severity of injury and/or disease conditions, particularly when oxygen availability is compromised, like during high-intensity exercise.
9 Reasons Why Strength Athletes Need Omega-3s
When you think of "sports nutrition" what comes to mind? Is it Macronutrient split (the division of carbs, protein, and fats)? Or is it the vast variety of Protein supplements, fat burners, and pre and post-workout concoctions? These sports performance-driven supplements quite often cast a shadow over the importance of micronutrients. In reality, these vitamins and minerals are needed for the body to function properly at its most basic level.
Lean Bulking for the Endomorph: More Muscle, Less Fat
If you're an endomorph, like Tom Hardy or Jennifer Lopez, I've got good news and bad news. The bad news is that, in general, you're as likely to gain body fat as you are muscle mass. The good news is that Dr. Sheldon believed that endomorphs have a tendency toward a “viscerotonic” personality: relaxed, comfortable, and extroverted.
How to Feel Like You Got A Good Night’s Sleep, Even When You Didn’t
It doesn't take a background in biology to realize just how important sleep is for the human body. There's a reason why your arms and legs feel heavy getting out of bed after a bad night of sleep, or why we still manage to fail exams despite staying up all night cramming.
How much muscle can you gain in a month?
Whether returning to a training program or just beginning, the first month brings up the age-old question: Can I look like Daniel Craig as James Bond or Alicia Vikander as Tomb Raider in 4 weeks or less? The answer is no, you probably can’t! However, you can add muscle mass and start your journey to the body composition you desire.
The Benefits of Bone Broth for Muscle Growth, Joints & More
Bone broth, although a fairly simple and straightforward dish, is teetering on the line between superfood and supplement. Instead of smoothies or bowls of oatmeal, many people swear by drinking bone broth first thing in the morning.
The Perfect Post-Workout Nutrition for Recovery
Your post-workout meal is one of the most important factors of muscle growth and recovery, but it's easy to get it wrong. So what (and when) should you eat following a workout? Let's dig in!
How to boost your immune system and mood over winter
The winter blues are common for many during the winter months. Cold weather tempts us to curl up under a blanket next to a fireplace and take a nap, because, after all, high-quality sleep carries with it some serious health benefits, both physical and mental.
Progressive overload training principle: Why it's so important for results!
The principle of progressive overload is probably familiar to you, but just not by that name. If you hang about the gym long enough, you will undoubtedly come across this term. And if you are serious about building muscle, this bodybuilding term and training concept is one that you must become friends with.
How to choose the right running shoes for your feet and budget
Whether you’re an aspiring runner, plan to return-to-running or simply need a fresh pair of runners to help you get motivated, here's how to find your perfect running shoe.
Why You Need to Combine Vitamin D3 and K2
Did you know that vitamin D and vitamin K work better together? These fat-soluble vitamins are crucial for bone and cardiovascular health.
Save Muscle Mass with Glutathione - The Master Antioxidant
Glutathione is often referred to as The Master Antioxidant. This is because it can be found in nearly every single cell in the body at the same concentration as some of the most important nutrients for energy and cellular function
How to Time Protein Intake for Optimal Strength Gains
There's not really a bad time for protein intake. However, there are better times than others. In the morning, pre-workout, during a workout, and post-workout are all excellent times to get yourself some high-quality protein.
How Omega-3s Can Benefit Your Workout Performance
Omega-3 fatty acids benefit your health in many ways. While you might initially associate Omega-3s with brain and heart health, research also suggests they can boost your workout performance and aid in recovery.
Meet My Sand Circuit: The Best Workouts To Do On The Beach
Planning on hitting the beach for your summer holidays this year? Take advantage of the sun, sea and glorious sand to mix up your exercise routine on your vacations with our killer circuit workout.
How to Build Strong Bones for Life
Did you know that bones are living tissues? Although we often think of bones as lifeless mineral structures, they are, in fact, dynamic tissues that are constantly changing throughout our lifespan.