You know how important protein is for staying fit and muscular. But you might not know that much of its strength-building power comes from branched-chain amino acids (BCAAs). It’s one acronym you want to keep in mind when putting together…
When you hear the letters “GI,” you may think of gastroenterology. But GI has another meaning in the health and wellness world: glycemic index. So what is the glycemic index, and should you account for it when deciding what foods…
If you’re on a quest for more muscle mass, you’ve probably heard of bulking. As the name suggests, that’s when you force-feed extra calories, usually over a set period, in a concentrated effort to muscle up. There are two major…
Pre-workout supplements are designed to (you guessed it!) be taken before you exercise. They can help boost your energy and endurance so you can exercise harder and get the most out of every workout. But can you take pre-workout for weight loss?…
Beachbody Performance Energize is carefully formulated to provide an edge in the gym, during your home workouts, or wherever you choose to push yourself. But, if you’ve never taken a pre-workout supplement, you might have some questions — it’s reasonable…
Avocado lovers, meet your new favorite salad dressing: Avocado Dressing. Avocados are my guilty pleasure. I could eat them every single day. When I make a salad, I want there to be a little piece of avocado in every bite.…
Take any food you love, make it out of cauliflower, and it’s magically healthy. Or at least that’s what most people think about pizza. But is cauliflower pizza crust healthy? The fear of carb consumption has led to an explosion…
The biggest problem with Shakeology (that’s right, there’s actually a problem with Shakeology!) is that it’s really hard to classify. It’s not really a meal replacement — nor is it just a protein shake. So what is Shakeology? By placing it…
The Pallof press is an easy move to screw up. At first glance, it looks like a chest-builder, a shoulder move, even a mobility drill. In fact, it’s one of the most effective (and neglected) exercises you can do your entire core —…
You know Super Trainer Elise Joan from 3 Week Yoga Retreat, Barre Blend, FIRE AND FLOW with Jericho McMatthews, and now her power yoga + primal movement masterpiece BODi LAVA. Get to know Elise — her idea of a perfect…