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By Mike Roussell, PhD Want to have your best workout? Then what you eat right before your workout is key. Your goal: consume foods and nutrients that can fuel you through your session without overwhelming your digestive system. And yes,...
The Best Way to Cut Empty Calories
By Mike Roussell, PhD Few things will keep you from getting (and staying) lean quite like empty calories. Yes, you should enjoy the meals you eat. But that doesn’t need to wreck that body you’ve worked so hard to build....
Best Supplements for Muscle Growth (and How to Eat Them!)
By Mike Roussell, PhD In the quest for muscle growth, supplements are often hailed as the ultimate solution. But that doesn’t always mean downing powders and pills. Sure, tubs of protein may be convenient, but as summer nears, you’ll want...
3 Antioxidants You Should Eat Daily
By Mike Roussell, PhD Sometimes, the fix for stiff joints and sore muscles isn’t about stretching or using the massage gun. Instead, you need to tweak your diet, loading up on antioxidants. What are antioxidants? They’re foods that help your...
3 Ways to Meet Your Protein Requirements
By Mike Roussell, PhD You're hitting the weights regularly, training hard, and pushing your limits. But if you aren’t crushing your daily protein targets, you still may not be maximizing your results. Protein is the most critical macronutrient, and daily,...
The Perfect Morning Wakeup Shake
By Mike Roussell, PhD Morning energy and focus don’t only come from caffeine. If you can increase blood flow and oxygen to your brain, you’ll amp your awareness. How can you do this? My go-to is a family of antioxidants...