Did you know the human body is made up of 60% water? Physiologically, fluids assist in the transportation of oxygen and nutrients through the bloodstream, provide lubrication in our joints and cushioning for our organs, and carry heat generated by … Continue reading
Category Archives: Sports Nutrition
We all know regular exercise is an important component of fitness and health, but how many of us know that what we ate last night and this morning can have a huge impact on the quality of today’s workout? Sports … Continue reading
Professional athletes are different from the rest of us. They endure grueling training schedules, adversity, and even pain, yet still find a way to compete and succeed. Sports and competition are not just for professionals, but can be a part … Continue reading
Want to burn more calories at rest and even when you’re sleeping? Want to improve your muscle strength and power? How about strengthening your bones, improving your posture and even making those fun activities like playing golf or tennis more … Continue reading
Have you made a commitment to fitness but you don’t like to go to the gym? We have some great ways for you to stay fit at home. No matter what shape you’re in, fitness is important to your health … Continue reading
What do you picture when you think of an endurance athlete? Most likely you see lean, tone legs, tight abs and the ability to run across the country. It’s a tough description to fit but cyclists, skiers and soccer players … Continue reading
Do you run every day or at least routinely? Have you been doing this for a while, but still not impressed with the results? Well here’s the problem: Most people assume that running more means you’ll burn more calories and … Continue reading
As your career progresses and you grow in your sport, you may get into a routine way of doing things. You may also think you’re doing all you can to be at peak performance, but maybe you need to stop … Continue reading
Nutrition can be the determining factor between a gold and silver medal. Elite athletes train year round to reach their maximum potential in the peak of their season. A balanced diet is good not only for physical shape but mental … Continue reading
There are many college athletes training year round on tracks and in weight rooms in hope of obtaining a personal record or conference, division or even a national title. College dinning halls and cafeterias have now been added to the … Continue reading