Nutrition
Don’t Skip This Meal — The One That Builds Muscle Even on Rest Days
You might want to sit down before you read the next line. Your muscles don’t grow when you are training them in the gym. They get…
Nutrition
Nutrition for lifters: protein, carbs, fat, diets and supplements, with the reasoning behind each recommendation.
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Diet
A Nutritionist’s “Lazy” 7-Day High-Protein Meal Plan to Help You Shed Pounds Fast
You probably know that protein is the go-to macronutrient for building muscle and getting strong. But did you know it is just as vital for anyone…
Nutrition
Boost Your Testosterone Naturally: 20 Powerful Herbs for Maximum Results
Ever wondered why ladies can’t build muscle like men even if they follow the same training, diet, and recovery program? It’s because of the male sex…
Nutrition
The Case for Eating MORE Salt (Yes, Really!) If You’re a Heavy Sweater and Lifter
You are what you eat, or so the saying goes. And while the origin of this expression is somewhat unclear, it’s one of the fundamental principles…
Nutrition
Nutrient Density Score: Rating Your Favorite “Health Foods” – Some Will Shock You!
Nutrition is one of the most complex subjects when it comes to achieving your dream physique. People go above and beyond and make major sacrifices in…
Diet
Shed Pounds with Ease: A Delicious 1,700-Calorie Meal Plan for Weight Loss
Obesity rates are increasing globally at an alarming pace, largely due to sedentary lifestyles and poor dietary choices. This rise in obesity is a significant concern…
Nutrition
Creatine Before and After: How Creatine Supplement Affects Your Body
Are you curious to find out how creatine affects your body? Well, we’re here to tell you! Creatine is the world’s favorite bodybuilding and fitness supplement.…
Nutrition
The “Spice Up Your Summer” Diet: 3 Thermogenic Spices to Naturally Boost Your Metabolism
There is no getting away from it—the only way to burn fat and lose weight is with an energy deficit (1). This means you either need…
Nutrition
Nutrient Timing Simplified: Eat This Carb/Protein Combo Post-Workout for Optimal Recovery (Science-Backed)
Maximising your fitness and transformation potential requires mastering every aspect of your lifestyle, from training to diet and recovery. With time, most lifters start experimenting with…
Cutting
4 Months to a New You: Your Ultimate Guide to Crushing Weight Loss Goals
When it comes to weight loss, many people are expert procrastinators. They say things like, “I’ll start my diet next month,” or “I’ll start losing weight…
Nutrition
“Reverse Dieting” After 40: Is It the Key to Fixing a “Broken” Metabolism Long-Term?
A tight waist and crisp muscle conditioning are a common goal shared by millions around the world. As more people become aware of the secrets of…
Nutrition
The Truth About “Electrolyte Powders”: Are They a Summer Necessity or Just Expensive Salt?
Electrolyte-enriched beverages are one of the hottest segments in the fitness space right now. You might see your favorite athlete downing a neon-colored liquid mid-game, and…
Nutrition
The “Anti-Bloat” Summer Eating Plan: 5 Foods to Eat (and 3 to Avoid) for a Flatter Stomach
A flat stomach has been a symbol of fitness, dedication, and vitality since time immemorial. Don’t believe me? Have you ever seen a Greek god statue…
Nutrition
The “No-Cook” Summer Diet Plan: 3 Simple Meal Ideas for Hot Days (Minimal Kitchen Time!)
Summer heat can be brutal, especially in places closer to the equator. The heat waves can make achieving your fitness goals even more challenging, as you…
Diet
Metabolic Typing Diet: Personalized Nutrition to Unlock Your Body’s Full Potential
Let’s face it… when it comes to anything in life, what works for you may not work for someone else and vice versa (and that’s OK).…
Nutrition
Are All Carbs the Same? The FitnessVolt Guide to Carb Quality
A carb is a carb if you are only counting calories and grams. That narrow truth is why the old debate never dies. Forty grams of…
Nutrition
I Drank a “Summer Detox” Smoothie Every Morning for 7 Days – Here’s What It Did for My Bloat
A lot of personal trainers and fitness influencers are armchair experts—they talk a good game, and some even provide valuable advice, but they don’t put their…
Nutrition
The Truth About “Negative Calorie” Summer Foods: Do They Actually Burn Fat?
Weight loss is a journey. Most people have no idea what they are getting themselves into when they join a gym. They start trying newer things…
Nutrition
Stop Drinking Gallons of Water? Why Electrolyte Balance Might Be MORE Important for Hydration & Performance
Social media fitness influencers are helping spread a ton of helpful knowledge about achieving peak physical and mental conditioning. However, it comes with its fair share…