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Understanding Probiotics
Your digestive tract is home to trillions of bacteria that play a major role in digestion, immunity, metabolism, and overall health. Collectively known as the gut microbiome, these microbes help...
Beta-Alanine: The Science Behind the Buzz
If you’ve ever felt that familiar “tingle” after sipping our pre-workout and wondered what’s behind it, you’re not alone. One of the most talked-about ingredients in performance supplements is beta-alanine—and...
Zone 2 Cardio: Fat-Burning Magic or Just a Cycl...
If you’ve spent any time in the fitness space lately, you’ve probably heard people talking about zone 2 cardio. It’s often described as the “secret” to better endurance, improved metabolism,...
Essential Amino Acids Why They Matter and Who ...
With all the buzz about increasing your protein intake, essential amino acids (EAAs) are having a moment—and for good reason. Current research suggests that EAA supplementation is one of the...
Creatine: The Missing Link in Your Concussion P...
Most people reach for creatine to build muscle and recover faster. Fair enough — the evidence on that front is rock solid. But there's a growing body of research pointing...
Overtraining and Under-Recovering
I've been training for as long as I can remember. From a young age, soccer was my life. I played for my middle school, high school, and on a very...
Omega-3 Index as a Sport Biomarker
Medoro, A., Buonsenso, A., Centorbi, M., Calcagno, G., Scapagnini, G., Fiorilli, G., & Davinelli, S. (2024). Omega-3 Index as a Sport Biomarker: Implications for Cardiovascular Health, Injury Prevention, and Athletic...
How Can Collagen Support Joint Health and Long-...
If joint comfort and long-term joint support are part of your goals, collagen often comes up in the conversation. The key is understanding what collagen actually does, what it does...
Why Should Mountain Athletes Use Creatine?
If you spend time in outdoor sports, you have probably heard this claim: Creatine is only for bodybuilders. That idea is one of the biggest misconceptions in sports nutrition. Creatine...
Are Proprietary Blends Helping You or Just Hidi...
Greens powders are often marketed as premium, science-driven formulas. Proprietary blends sound sophisticated, like every ingredient has been carefully optimized behind the scenes. That assumption is one of the most...
Can You Meet Your Protein Goals With Plant-Base...
If you spend time in fitness or endurance spaces, you have probably heard this claim: Plant-based protein just is not as effective as whey. That statement is not entirely true....
How Much Protein Does an Active Individual Actu...
If you spend any time in fitness culture, you have probably heard this claim: You need one gram of protein per pound of bodyweight to be healthy and athletic. It...
Do You Really Need Electrolytes Every Day?
Electrolytes are everywhere in sports nutrition. Because of that, it is easy to assume they are something you need every single day to stay hydrated. That is one of the...
Gnarly is for Every Body: The Nuances of Body Fat
Like most topics in the health and nutrition space, body fat is complex, nuanced, and deeply individual. There’s no one-size-fits-all definition of what “healthy” looks like, yet body fat is...
Beyond the Basics: The Lesser Known Benefits of...
Creatine has earned its reputation as the go-to supplement for strength and power—most likely because it actually delivers. Its job is simple: it boosts the quick-access energy your muscles rely...
Plateau– Roadblock or Launchpad?
Stalled weight loss. No recent muscle gains. Tired of the same lifting routine. We’ve all been there. Plateaus can show up at any point in your fitness journey—whether you're just...
Lead in Protein Powders: What the Consumer Repo...
The recent Consumer Reports analysis of protein powders has drawn widespread attention — and not all of the coverage has been accurate or balanced. As a company committed to rigorous...
Nothing Fishy About It - Introducing your newes...
Fish oil has earned a strong reputation in the world of health and wellness—but what exactly is it, and why is it so widely recommended? In this post, we’ll break...
Back-to-Back FKTs: From Thielsen to the Diamond...
There’s a special kind of magic in stacking adventures close together. Some weekends leave you sore, others leave you inspired, and a rare few manage to do both. Earlier this...
Your Greatest Investment– Your Health
When people hear the word investment, their minds usually go straight to stocks, bonds, real estate, or cryptocurrencies. While these financial tools can help grow your wealth, there's one investment...
What’s the Big Deal About Soy? Is It Worth the ...
Soy has been a hot topic in nutrition for years. Walk down any grocery aisle and you’ll find soy-based versions of meats, cheeses, milk, yogurt, and protein powders. At the...
Sugar Substitutes: Dental Health
I recently had a question from a dental hygienist regarding the increased prevalence of artificial sweeteners in our food supply and what recommendations one might make regarding these. This struck...
Get Gifted, Not Grifted: Considerations When Re...
“Well, what does the research say?” These days, when people ask that question, they’re often just referring to whatever the latest fitness influencer on Instagram or TikTok is promoting. And...
Train Smart When It’s Hot: Tips, Gear & Gains
If you haven’t started heat training yet (it’s very on trend in the endurance world right now), exercising in hot temps can feel like slamming into a wall made of...
