How to properly use Pre- Workout supplements to boost performance Pre-workouts are a popular supplement when it comes to getting the extra edge during your tough workouts by maximizing energy and performance. It is also one of the most thoroughly researched supplements within the fitness and bodybuilding industry. Numerous studies have proved its effectiveness in […]
When you consider the process of burning fat, and fat burners in specific, you will more than likely start looking into the process of thermogenesis. Thermogenesis describes the generation of body heat and is also linked to the dynamic and thermic effect of food. Our metabolism in general works by taking consumed food and absorbing […]
BLOOD FLOW RESTRICTION TRAINING: DOES IT REALLY WORK? Blood flow restriction training or BFR is a method used by many bodybuilders that allows you to train with lighters loads and attempt to get the same strength gains as one would with heavier weights. Basically, athletes attempt to optimize their bodies by hacking the strength system. […]
Even with the most basic understanding of nutrition and physiology of the body, most of us are aware that protein is made up of amino acids. In fact, there are 20 different amino acids that make up the thousands of proteins in your body. Nine of those 20 amino acids are considered essential amino acids. […]
Connecting the link between your brain and exercise and how can it affect your performance? Understanding the complex relationship between your brain and how it interacts with the body during exercise, along with the physiology involved, one can start to piece together the potential detriment that mental fatigue can actually have on performance. This has […]
Apple cider vinegar has long been praised for its many health benefits, with everything from killing bacteria to improving skin health. It is also one of the most exciting topics to explore when considering its impact on blood sugar levels and insulin levels, if we can control these, we can start to possibly reverse insulin […]
Yohimbine is a very popular supplement that has gained some traction recently in the fitness industry and is mostly used as a weight loss aid. People are always looking to target their hard-to-burn fat areas such as their stomach, lower back, hips, thighs, and those all elusive love handles. There is one substance named It […]
Collagen is one of the latest buzzwords in the health community. It is difficult to avoid a health store or instagram feed without spotting creams, drinks and potions that promise a youthful appearance for decades to come. Collagen has many uses from food to medication to manufacturing. In fact, for thousands of years collagen was […]
Women are truly exceptional when it comes to physiology. Every 24 to 32 days the female body goes through a series of four distinct events known as the menstrual cycle. While many are aware of the common premenstrual symptoms such as pain, acne breakouts, water retention and cravings, not many are aware of the effect […]
Things you should be avoiding following a workout A lot of emphasis is placed on what society should do to ensure a proper exercise or workout regime, however not a lot of emphasis is placed on what you should be doing post workout. Following a hard workout session, your muscles are broken down by small […]