The basic principle of weight loss is simple; calories consumed must be less than the calories burned. In order to create this imbalance there are two main approaches, either limit daily caloric intake, exercise to use more calories in the day, or use a combination of both. The purpose of this article is to give… Continue Reading
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Replenishing Electrolytes
Electrolytes are minerals such as sodium and potassium that are essential for normal bodily function, but during exercise these substances are lost in sweat. In just an hour of moderate physical activity it is possible to sweat about 2 liters and each liter of perspiration contains around .9 grams of sodium and .2 grams of… Continue Reading
Prophylactic Ankle Bracing
The high prevalence of ankle injuries in athletes has led to the increased recommendation and use of prophylactic ankle braces. Lisa Hardy and her colleagues conducted this research in order to test how the use of prophylactic ankle braces effects multidirectional single-limb dynamic balance.… Continue Reading
Carb Loading
Carb loading, or muscle glycogen supercompensation, is a process used to increase glycogen storage in the muscles beyond normal levels. It is hoped that this extra storage will then allow athletes to maintain their exercise for a longer period of time before exhaustion starts to kick in. While this is may seem like great news,… Continue Reading
Back to School
Fall is here again and needless to say it is a busy time of year. School starts again, classes and homework start to pile up, work schedules replace free time, and in our fast paced lifestyle it seems like everything is rushed. With so much going on it’s easy to let healthy choices become replaced… Continue Reading
Protein, Protein, and Protein
There are a wide variety of protein supplements out there, and while it is great to have options, it does make deciding which ones to use difficult. Knowing the differences between some of these major proteins and when to use them can help you make educated decisions to enhance your diet and help with your… Continue Reading
Post-Workout Nutrition: Carbohydrates
When it comes to post-workout nutrition and supplements it seems that protein always steals the spotlight, and for good reason. There is no doubting the importance of protein in helping muscles grow and recover, however, it shouldn’t overshadow the another major player in muscle repair—carbohydrates. … Continue Reading
Stay Active: Simple Guidelines to a Healthier Life
Americans are living in a country where many adults are completely inactive, and more than one third of all adults are obese. The health risks that come from this lifestyle, and those directly related to obesity can be severe are expensive, but thankfully they are preventable. The American Heart Association and Center for Disease Control… Continue Reading
