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Pre Workout Drink: What to Have Right Before Your Workout
What is the Best Pre Workout Drink? It doesn’t matter where you train or how you compete, carbohydrates are the critical factor that determines how well you perform and whether or not you will endure and fight to the finish. Some people prefer to eat solid foods, but for most, having the right pre workout drink can ...
Healthy Breakfast Ideas
Healthy breakfast ideas… they can be the Achilles heel of the modern day parent. As a mom of twins, I know that mornings are crazy. Between dragging the kids out of bed and making sure they're ready for school, it can be tempting to give breakfast the backseat and go for convenience over nutritious. I get it. ...
What to Eat Before and After a Workout
Not sure what to eat before and after a workout? How about when to eat it? It all depends on your goals and your training regimen. Here’s a quick overview of nutrient timing and who could use it. What to Eat Before and After a Workout: Who’s it For? Determining what to eat before and after a workout all dep ...
When Should You Choose Organic?
If You Choose Organic, Does That Mean It's Healthy? “Organic” always means “healthy,” right? Well, sometimes. Choose organic foods and you’ll avoid a lot of toxic chemicals, which is ideal… but think twice before you rely on the “organic” label just to justify that organic pastry or lollipop for your ...
Overhead Mobility Test with Coach Lisa DPT, PT
Overhead Mobility Test Try this easy and important overhead mobility test to assess where you’re at right now and see what you need to fix. Overhead mobility is important to be able to safely support heavy weights extended overhead. Don’t settle for suboptimal shoulder mobility. Take the time to understand it, assess it, fix it, ...
Member Spotlight: Sensei Benny Shares Self Defense Tips
In this Member Spotlight, we interview Sensei Benny Gonzalez and talk with her about her fitness journey. As a 4th degree black belt, Benny has a wealth of knowledge and shares some important self defense tips for men, women and children to keep in mind. Meet Sensei Benny Gonzalez Benny started karate 34 years ago ...