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There are few things in life that are more satisfying than going on a bulk. You get to eat more ice cream than normal. You have a good excuse to go to bed early. You get to buy new t-shirts with bigger sleeves. People start squeezing your arms more than they normally do. That being said, I...

Ever have one of those days where nothing seems to go right? You spill your shaker bottle mixing pre-workout, rip your boxers while warming up, and your attempt at a new deadlift max leaves the bar stapled to the floor. Not to mention, your gym is expecting you to pull some big numbers while...

You probably already know that building muscle, shedding fat, and gaining strength take consistent dedication in both the gym and the kitchen. But how much do you consider the importance of proper sleep when it comes to reaching your fitness goals? According to the CDC, adults need seven or...

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...

Struggle to keep your eyes open during class? Always find yourself dozing off in the middle of the afternoon? It's no secret, sleep is one of the most important regulators of our energy levels. We live in a culture that is sleep deprived 24/7. Teenagers, college students, working adults, and...

Everyone knows that macros are key to high-level training and getting jacked. However, micronutrients shouldn’t be overlooked because without micronutrients your training wouldn’t even get off the ground. We often think about micronutrients in disease states, and while that is true, they are...

September is “Healthy Aging Month,” and it comes at an appropriate time of the year because many of us are keen to step-up our health and fitness routines after an indulgent post-lockdown summer. That said, it is important to approach your newfound motivation for getting in shape with a...

When it comes to gaining muscle, there are many contributing factors. Let's look at what you're doing that could potentially be holding you back in the gym. 1. You're Not Overtraining, You're Under-Recovering Consider what weight training does to your body. By lifting weights, you are tearing...

Infants often sleep up to 17 hours per day. No, they aren’t just lazy — they need it. School kids require more sleep than teenagers, and teens need more than adults. As we age, our sleep requirements shift, as does our circadian rhythm, which dictates when we feel alert and when we feel tired...

Sleep is a powerful tool for athletes. It is a time when your mind and body rest, and recovery and adaptations take place. Sleeping plays a vital role in athletic performance by improving reaction times, decision-making, coordination, promoting a lean physique and creating stronger muscles. One...

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...

The official start to summer is June 21. But in practical terms, it’s whenever you find yourself outdoors, poolside or otherwise enjoying the longer days and warmer nights. Whether you circle the summer solstice on your calendar or not, you’ve got 31 days to prepare. First up, undoing some of...

A lack of sleep could cause more than exhaustion: It might also affect the number on the scale. Several studies have linked sleep deprivation to weight gain. One study found women who slept fewer than six hours per night were at much higher risk for gaining significant amounts of weight than...

Many people want to whittle their midsections to look better and fit into that next-size-down pair of pants. But reducing belly fat brings many more benefits than just aesthetics — you could be significantly reducing your health risks. Although getting to, and maintaining, a healthy weight is...

When you’re trying to lose weight, the standard advice of “eat fewer calories than you burn” still largely applies, but not all calories are created equal when it comes to the effect on your body. For example, 300 calories of broccoli will have a different effect on your blood sugar and...

Ask an expert or anyone, and they will agree there’s no secret fast track to long-term weight loss. It requires consistency, dedication and having faith in the idea each good decision and habit you create is an investment in a healthy lifestyle and a healthy weight over the long haul. All of...

If you’re trying to lose weight, you’ve probably come across foods and supplements that claim to “boost your metabolism.” But what does this actually mean, and is it even possible? Simply put, “metabolism” refers to the process of converting food or drink into energy for your body to use...

Congratulations: You worked hard to hit your goal weight and you made it. However, maintaining weight loss might be harder than you think. Research presented at The Endocrine Society’s annual conference found just 14% of those who lost moderate amounts of weight (defined as 10–15% of their...

Sam Wordley / Shutterstock If you’re feeling anxious about your job, your love life (or lack thereof), or just about anything else going on in life, you might not need a pill or even the latest meditation craze — you might just need a good night’s sleep. That’s according to a study out of UC...