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Want REAL energy? Stop seeking overstimulated energy drinks and pre-workouts for that short-lived boost only to crave the feeling of slight euphoria a few hours later. As a population seemingly drawn to instant gratification, we often neglect to think of the long term effects of certain products we consume. Our bodies naturally make energy through the chemical reaction called ATP which takes place in the mitochondria in our cells. This is vital to your heart and skeletal muscles for energy and e …

Are you tired of mindlessly trudging along on a cardio machine for 30 minutes after your workout?Here are 5 great "finishers" that burn more fat, strengthen the core, and take a third of the time!Finishers are a fun way to end a workout. They combine cardio and core strengthening movements. The ones talked about here will need a small piece of "equipment" and a little space to perform. Most gyms will have a stretching or ab area. If you are lucky, there will be a spot with artificial turf or a g …

There has been a lot of attention surrounding BCAA (branched chain amino acids) supplementation lately in relation to performance and recovery. The questions vary from "Who can take it?" "What can I expect from taking it long term?" to "How often can I take this?" "Do I have to take time off to give my body a break?".In this article we'd like to address the main takeaways of what makes BCAA's a great supplement to take to help your body recover. 1. BCAAs kick-start protein synthesis within our …

How to Estimate Caloric Needs and Meeting (and keeping) your goals for the New Year. A lot of you have a particular goal for the New Year. Some may want to lose weight, while others want to put on a few pounds... Let's jump right in to the numbers! Grab a pen, a piece of paper and a calculator. First, determine your activity level and if you would like to maintain, lose, or gain weight. Multiply one of these numbers from the chart below by your body weight in pounds and you will get a number of …

The age old question of “What’s the difference between L-Carnitine and Acetyl L-Carnitine?” has surfaced recently by one of our customers while visiting our showroom last Wednesday. This is a great question. To make it as easily as possible to understand, let’s take a closer look at each nutrient and break down their key roles in the body to help you decide which would best suite you for your specific goals.L-Carnitine is an essential amino acid that plays a vital role transporting fatty acids f …