Nutrition for lifters: protein, carbs, fat, diets and supplements, with the reasoning behind each recommendation.
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The average American daily caloric intake is approximately 1,800 to 2,400 calories for women and 2,400 to 3,000 for men, as reported by the U.S. Department…
As a veteran personal trainer with a special interest in nutrition, I know that eating healthy is not always easy. There is so much contradictory diet…
Plumpness is usually a sign of gluttony. Many folks want to lose weight but struggle with persistent hunger. You probably have a friend (or two) who…
A lot of fitness and weight loss information targets experienced exercisers with methods like five-day workout splits, high-intensity interval training, and intermittent fasting. While these approaches…
You are what you eat, or so the saying goes. This makes a lot of sense because all the food you consume affects you at a…
Snacking is generally considered bad, whether you’re trying to lose weight or maintain your body composition. The reality is that it’s not the actual snacking but…
Salting our food used to be simple. After all, it only came in one form — iodized table salt. Now, as many as a dozen varieties…
The fitness world welcomes new diets every year. However, you must distinguish between fleeting trends and truly effective nutritional plans to ensure you’re not wasting time.…
As a veteran personal trainer, I’ve helped hundreds of people lose weight. This is hardly surprising as, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention…
Losing fat can be a slow and frustrating process. No matter the diet or exercise routine, results often can’t come quickly enough. As a fitness expert…
I’ve been helping people lose weight and get lean for over three decades. In fact, my very first personal training client came to me because they…
Although ice cream is loaded with sugar and fat, most of us love it nonetheless. Imagine if there was a healthy alternative that would allow you…
Navigating the world of fitness and nutrition, many individuals grapple with the decision of whether to mix their protein powder with milk or water. This seemingly…
Do you encounter sleep issues or struggle to get a peaceful sleep? Well, the solution to these problems may lie in intermittent fasting, an eating pattern…
Whether you want to build muscle or burn fat, consuming enough protein is vital to your success. That’s why protein powders are such popular supplements, and…
When it comes to eating to get in shape, there’s a lot of confusion about carbohydrates. Many people demonize them, while others claim they are essential…
During the Old Stone Age, our ancestors had to go without food for an extended period due to lack and limited access to food. But now,…
Many people complain about creatine use causing excess weight gain, muscle cramps, problems with digestion, and liver and kidney issues. White powders, especially microdozed ones, are…
I’ve been studying diet and nutrition since I was in school. Initially, my interest came from a desire to improve my athletic performance. However, as fitness…
