recovery

Our body relies on electricity and electromagnetics for many processes to work optimally. Not the kind, however, that keeps our homes well-lit and our phones charged, but one that’s more subtle on the surface yet meaningful on the cellular level. Pulsed electromagnetic frequency (PEMF) therapies...

With increasing awareness of its significance, many advancements in the sports recovery industry are aimed at enhancing athletes’ performance and overall well-being. To be frank, optimizing sports and exercise recovery is as important as the training itself. Technology-driven recovery tools...

The New Year is here and everyone is hitting the gym ready to tackle their fitness goals. However, going full steam ahead and doing an overhaul of your entire routine both in and out of the gym has a high probability of making you feel overwhelmed. That can lead to frustration, and then you’re...

In recent years, the cold plunge, where people immerse themselves in near-freezing water, has become immensely popular, going viral on social media with over 500 million views and various sports personalities endorsing it as part of their recovery regimen. However, this practice isn’t new, as...

From rigorous training regimens to precise nutrition plans, athletes and fitness enthusiasts are always seeking ways to push their boundaries and achieve new levels of success. Amidst the intense workouts and competitions, recovery is a crucial yet often underestimated aspect that can make all...

Top athletes are always looking to get the most out of their performance by training to reach their maximum potential. A big part of their training may include finding ways to improve their breathing patterns, optimizing lung capacity, and shortening recovery time. Once thought of as just a way...

Don't let proper workout recovery be an afterthought. This complete guide teaches you the benefits of proper sleep, nutrition, supplementation, meditation and more! This Guide Teaches You: How to improve your muscle building results by maximizing every aspect of recovery. What steps you can...

Are you taking advantage of the benefits of l-glutamine? Check out the top 5 benefits of l-glutamine and why this supplement should be in your post-workout shake! Glutamine could be one of, if not the most underrated and undervalued supplements when it comes to improving your health, wellness...

There has never been a better time than the present to take advantage of supplementation in regards to muscle enhancement and performance. I hear it all the time from Jorge Betancourt and other bodybuilders who competed during the beginning of mass marketed sports nutrition; “You younger guys...

Many fans enjoy seeing their favorite athletes under the bright lights and performing on the big stages. It’s easy to be inspired by their greatness, but almost all of them will tell you that the greatness is achieved through the work that is done when no one is watching. Venus Williams is a...

by Matt Weik Not sure if you’ve heard of the latest trend in self-massage tools, but it’s called a “massage gun,” and it is basically a portable electric muscle massager. These nifty devices are just one of the countless pieces of equipment that you can use, along with your bodyweight and...

Following the advice of genetically elite lifters is misleading. Many top competitors have excellent physiques in spite of what they do, not because of what they do. There are other types of genetic freaks as well – those who respond extremely well to PEDs. Their receptors have a great affinity...

Post-workout protein shakes: Do they reduce muscle pain, aid recovery? A recent, small scale study concludes that protein shakes, compared with high carbohydrate drinks, do not reduce muscle pain or speed up muscle recovery after a workout. However, there are several issues with the study. Do...

I was just weeks away from the most important five minutes of my athletic lifetime, and I was in desperate need of a miracle. I ended up instead with a Recoveryair PRO Compression Vest from Therabody. To my surprise, the end results were, well, pretty miraculous. My first jiujitsu competition...

In this day and age, stressors surround us; from the foods we eat, to the places we live in, to the lifestyles we lead. In a world where we’re constantly looking to accomplish more in less time it’s paramount that we examine how to maximize what little down-time we have in our daily lives...

One of the hottest ingredients as of late in the supplement industry for increasing performance is that of quercetin, it’s being promoted to provide a more ‘natural’ form of energy and to promote recovery. The truth is that quercetin is an effective supplement for intense training regimens, but...

Your workout just ended, but as far as your muscles are concerned, you’re just getting started on the mass- and strength-gaining process. Getting bigger and stronger is all about recovery, and that depends on rest (including a good night’s sleep) and a nutritional post-workout meal. A hard...

As an athlete or bodybuilder, you require a lot from your body, which is why it's important to properly recover after each workout. Recovery refers to the techniques and actions you take to maximize repair, such as stretching, proper nutrition, heat, ice, and compression. Taking supplements to...

As an athlete or bodybuilder, you require a lot from your body, which is why it's important to properly recover after each workout. Recovery refers to the techniques and actions you take to maximize repair, such as stretching, proper nutrition, heat, ice, and compression. Taking supplements to...

The Theory of Cumulative Stress: How to Recover When Stress Builds Up written by JAMES CLEAR STRENGTH TRAINING It was my first year of graduate school and my professor was standing at the front of the room. He was telling our class about a mistake he made years before. About a decade earlier, my...