Fitness Focus
Supplements That’ll Help You Build Muscle
BY MIKE ROUSSELL The formula for building muscle is simple: increased calories, weight training, and proper sleep get you to more muscle. But what if you are already doing all of these things and you want faster results? That’s when...
The Ultimate High-Protein Breakfast
BY DEZI ABEYTA Starting your day with a high-protein breakfast is a game-changer for energy, muscle repair, and staying full until your next meal. But that doesn’t mean chugging a protein shake, because there’s a more delicious and easy-to-make option:...
THE ULTIMATE OVERNIGHT OATS RECIPE
BY MIKE ROUSSELL Sometimes, you need a super-efficient meal that’ll give your body the protein building blocks to fuel your goals while still tasting delicious. That’s where this overnight oats recipe (which has long been my go-to breakfast) comes in....
The Most Relaxing Smoothie Ever
BY DEZI ABEYTA In today's fast-paced world, finding ways to unwind and recover is critical to optimizing performance. This smoothie supports those relaxation goals, particularly at night. Packed with a balance of protein, healthy fats, and sleep-enhancing tart cherry juice,...
Add These 5 Stress-Taming Foods to Your Diet
Face it: life can throw a lot at you, and when stress starts to build, you want to ensure you're doing everything you can to keep it in check. One often overlooked tool? Your plate. The foods you eat can...
TRY THIS HIGH-PROTEIN ICE CREAM RECIPE
BY MIKE ROUSSELL Dessert is often seen as the enemy, a giant calorie bomb with no redeeming nutritional qualities. But it doesn’t need to be that way. With a little creativity and a Ninja Creami ice cream maker, you can...
3 CALORIE-SAVING COOKOUT SWAPS
By Mike Roussell, PhD It’s easy to think that heading to a summer cookout means resigning yourself to heavy sauces, creamy salads, and high-calorie beverages. But what if you could have the best of both worlds: Delicious flavors...
THE PERFECT 200-GRAM PROTEIN DAY
By Mike Roussell, PhD Whether you’re chasing more muscle or building toward the most athletic version of yourself, protein is a must, a key driver to both building and repairing your body after training. In general, that means consuming...
THE ULTIMATE BEDTIME PROTEIN SNACK: Chocolate Peanut Butter Mousse
By Mike Roussell, PhD The power of protein is well-known to top athletes: It builds muscle and drives healing from their toughest workouts. But it serves another purpose too: Protein can actually supercharge your sleep. For decades, people avoided eating...
3 Ways to Add Flavor to Healthy Meals
By Mike Roussell, PhD Spoiler alert: healthy foods are rarely synonymous with delicious foods. But no, that doesn’t mean that world class athletes live off only bland chicken breasts and flavorless broccoli mush. The secret to eating for muscle and...
Your Best Summer Hydration Tips
By Mike Roussell, PhD Summer is here, and yes, that means we can all finally hit the outdoors to work out and play hard, whether you’re hitting the basketball court or playing tag with the kids. But to be your...
3 Great Sources of Quality Carbs
By Mike Roussell, PhD When it comes to carbs, quality is what matters. Sure, ultra-processed, low-quality carbs (think: Pop Tarts) are easy-access at gas stations during summer road trips. But they lack the antioxidants that can aid your recovery and...
By Mike Roussell, PhD Whether you’re looking to pack on muscle or to shed bodyfat, preparation is key. But that doesn’t always mean meal prepping chicken breasts and steamed vegetables. It also means planning ahead for your snacks in between...
Two Stealth Energy-Boosting Foods
By Mike Roussell, PhD When you think of boosting energy, you probably think of caffeine. But the caffeine high is often fleeting. If you want a better way to crush the day and stay driven 24-7, aim to find foods...
The Best-Tasting Post-Training Shake Ever
By Mike Roussell, PhD Over the years, the muscle-building recovery shake has gotten a bad rap. It can conjure up images of Rocky chugging raw eggs or the biggest guy at your gym slugging down scoop after scoop of powder...
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...