Category Archive for "Nutrition"

bodybuilding fiber intake

BODYBUILDING & FIBER INTAKE: HOW MUCH FIBER SHOULD YOU EAT?

It may not be the most exciting topic in the world, but proper fiber intake is a highly important yet often overlooked aspect of nutrition when it comes to optimizing overall health and body composition. In this post I’ll be…

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alcohol and bodybuilding

ALCOHOL & BODYBUILDING: HOW TO DRINK WITHOUT LOSING GAINS

Do alcohol and bodybuilding mix? Is it possible to go out and enjoy some drinks with your friends at that outdoor party, bar, club, or on vacation without ruining your progress in the gym? I figured this was a relevant…

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bodybuilding breakfast shake

DELICIOUS “APPLE PIE” BODYBUILDING BREAKFAST SHAKE RECIPE

Interested in a thick, creamy high protein smoothie that tastes like a slice of apple pie? I’ve been mixing up this bodybuilding breakfast shake every morning over the past week and am absolutely loving it, as it’s easy to make, macro-friendly…

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low calorie sauces

20 LOW CALORIE SAUCES TO ADD FLAVOR TO YOUR FOODS

Although many people associate a “healthy fitness diet” with bland, boring foods like plain chicken breast, brown rice and steamed veggies, the truth is that it really doesn’t have to be that way. As long as you make the right choices, it’s perfectly…

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incomplete proteins

DO INCOMPLETE PROTEINS BUILD MUSCLE & SHOULD YOU COUNT THEM?

Whether you’re following a plant-based diet or are just trying to figure out how to properly track your daily macronutrient intake, the question of complete vs. incomplete protein is one that springs up quite often. Should you count incomplete proteins…

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what are net carbs

WHAT ARE “NET CARBS” AND HOW SHOULD YOU COUNT THEM?

It sounds great on paper… Your favorite protein bar or low carb snack of choice contains 25 grams of total carbohydrates, but only 5 of those grams actually “count” toward your daily total. The other 20 magically “disappear” and are…

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cheated on diet

“I CHEATED ON MY DIET – WHAT SHOULD I DO?”

So, that pizza everyone was eating was just too good to pass up, and instead of having only 2 slices like you’d planned, you couldn’t resist adding an extra 3 more on top of it. You’ve now gone 1000 calories over your…

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muscle building nutrition mistakes

1 COMMON MUSCLE BUILDING NUTRITION MISTAKE TO AVOID

Anyone who follows my posts regularly knows that I’m a huge advocate of the “clean bulking” approach when it comes to packing on muscle. As opposed to the “dirty bulking” route, clean bulking involves maintaining only a small, tightly controlled calorie…

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best fat burning foods

THE MYTH OF “FAT BURNING FOODS”

You’ve seen flashy titles like this floating around in articles, videos and advertisements all over the web… “The Top 8 Foods That Burn Fat Fast!” “Eat This 1 Food And Lose 3 Inches Of Belly Fat!” “3 Fat Burning Foods You…

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detox diet

“DETOX DIETS” AND “CLEANSES”: REAL SCIENCE OR A SCAM?

Whether you’re looking for an easy way to drop a few quick pounds, boost your energy levels, reduce stress or improve your overall health, you may have been convinced that a “detox diet” is the way to go. Take a look around your local…

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