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Working out and building muscle is hard work and requires a lot of discipline and sacrifice. It’s just not fair to have to sacrifice tasty meals to meet your protein needs. Optimum Nutrition’s 100 Whey Gold Standard has all the essential amino acids you need to build your muscles. All you need to do is mix it with your shake…

// <![CDATA[ brightcove.createExperiences(); // ]]> Suspended Knee Tuck to Buzzsaw – Keep back parallel to ground – Drive each leg backwards from tucked position – Keep core tight and back straight – Sets/Reps: 3-4×6-8 Suspended Knee Drive – Keep back flat and body in straight line – Drive suspended leg to elbow – Sets/Reps: 3-4×6-8 each leg Suspended Pike – Keep head neutral and…

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For many individuals, one of the worst side effects of rigorous exercise is joint inflammation. Running, weightlifting, resistance training, and other forms of exercise can all cause acute inflammation in the joints. Inflammation as a result of injured joints is one of the most common ailments among professional athletes. In simplest terms, inflammation is nothing more than the enlargement or…

In sports, it’s often said that defense wins games. When it comes to nutrition, antioxidants provide a powerful defense against attacking molecules called free radicals, which damage muscles through a chemical process called oxidation. Free radicals play a role in cellular and muscle inflammation; they may also lower resistance to colds, flu, cancer and heart disease. But you can fight…

// <![CDATA[ brightcove.createExperiences(); // ]]> Pro cyclist Craig Lewis discusses his racing strategy and how he fuels for an event to stay on top of his game. Nutrition Tips: Have good breakfast with Oatmeal and Eggs. Beginning of a Race: Start off with energy bars for the first couple of hours Second half of the race: 3 to 5 Energy Gels…

Sports nutrition doesn’t have to be complicated. If you aren’t interested in the details or the science of sports nutrition, but still want to get the most from your diet and fitness program, the following recommendations are for you. Eat a Balanced Diet Each Day To exercise consistently, you need to provide a good supply of high-quality energy to your working…

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