Deciphering Body Composition: Beyond BMI for Masters Athletes and Muscle Gain
Dive into the startling realities of BMI and its potential misclassification for athletes. Are you truly 'normal weight' or is there hidden fat mass? Unravel the muscle gain mysteries and learn why BMI might not be the gold standard for health.
The Relationship Between Sleep and Body Composition
How does sleep affect our body composition?
Free Weights vs. Machines: What Science Says About Strength, Power, and Functionality
Dive into the science-backed discussion on weights and machines. Explore strength, power, and functionality to elevate your training and achieve peak performance
Are Glucose Monitors For Non-Diabetics Effective?
Explore the intriguing findings from the NIH study on the real benefits of Continuous Glucose Monitors (CGMs) for those without diabetes. Are they genuinely insightful or simply overhyped?
What causes weight regain after dieting?
Dive deep into the science of yo-yo dieting and discover its effects on metabolism, hormonal balance, and overall health. Learn why shifting from short-term weight loss goals to a holistic approach is crucial for peak performance and well-being
Is food tracking affective for weight loss?
Discover the relationship between consistency in food tracking and weight loss in our latest blog post. Learn how a recent study unveils key insights on dietary habits, weight management, and the role of individual factors in successful food tracking.
How Much Strength Training Is Enough, Too Much, and Too Little
A recent study review on the health benefits of strength training left the fitness community somewhat divided. Read more to find out what the findings were.
How Stress-Induced Eating and Drinking Impacts BMI Over Time
The surprising connection between stress-induced eating and drinking and BMI changes. Understand why effective stress management could be key to maintaining a healthy weight throughout adulthood
How To Build Muscle With Lighter Weights: The 3 Golden Rules of Muscle Hypertrophy
Discover the surprising benefits of lower load resistance training (LLRT) for muscle growth, strength, and overall health. This evidence-based approach can revolutionize your workouts and make resistance training more accessible, offering a powerful solution for everyone from fitness enthusiasts to those at risk of chronic diseases
The Truth About Melatonin: What You Should Know
Discover the startling discrepancy between labeled and actual dosages of popular sleep supplements.
Muscle Growth and Recovery: Is It Time to Re-evaluate Ice Baths
Discover how post-workout cold water immersion could influence muscle growth in athletes. This blog breaks down recent research findings, shedding light on whether your post-exercise recovery routine is aiding or hindering your muscle gains.
What makes us eat a lot? A new study sheds light on protein and more
Unveil surprising findings around protein's role in satiety, and gain actionable insights tailored for the nutrition needs of middle-aged athletes.
Navigating the Pitfalls of Overtraining and Energy Deficiency
Dive into the myths and realities of athletic training and nutrition, uncover the threat of Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (RED-S), and learn strategies for sustainable athletic success. Boost your performance the smart way, without overtraining and undernourishing your body.
The Mindset Power Play: How Your Attitude Influences Exercise Outcomes
Explore how mindset changes can enhance fitness and promote weight loss for individuals over 40. Learn how to use positive attitudes, wearable fitness trackers, and perceived activity adequacy to revolutionize your fitness journey. Practical, science-based strategies for middle-aged fitness enthusiasts
The Great Debate: High-Intensity VS Moderate Cardio For Fat Loss
Wondering which type of cardio workout is best for weight loss? In this blog post, we compare high intensity and moderate cardio and break down which one is more effective. Discover the benefits and drawbacks of each, and learn how to choose the best cardio workout for your fitness goals.
Navigating the Grey Area: Alcohol Consumption and Its Effects on Athletes
Discover the negative effects of alcohol on health and athletic performance. Learn how drinking affects cognitive function, body composition & how omega-3 supplementation can help
How to choose the best protein powder
There are many factors to considering when purchasing protein powders. Read this blog to find out which ones are the best for your goals.
Intermittent fasting for athletes: The pros and cons
Whether you’re observing Ramadan or just curious about the potential risks or benefits to fasting for athletes, this blog will dive deep into some of the studies.
How sleep affects sports performance in masters athletes
Research has evidence that strength and endurance are impacted as a result of sleep deprivation. Read more to find out how acute sleep loss can impair both cognitive function and skill-based sports.
Supersets: What are they and what are the benefits?
What are the benefits of supersets and are they really a superior way of training? This blog outlines the pros and cons.