What are Micronutrients and Why Do You Need Them?
ReadWhat are Micronutrients and Why Do You Need Them?
When you shop for groceries, you probably look at food labels to check the expiration date, the number of servings, the list of ingredients, the number of calories even. But there's another detail you might've missed. The nutritional label would’ve had Vitamin D, calcium, iron, potassium, and other vitamins and...
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9 Simple Nutrition Tips You Can Implement Starting Today
Read9 Simple Nutrition Tips You Can Implement Starting Today
Hey, we have good news for you: Making progress with your nutrition doesn't require a complete overhaul. In fact, it's probably in your best interest to make smaller changes. They're easier to stick to, meaning you're likelier to make progress. Instead of trying to do a complete 180 with the...
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Is the Ketogenic Diet Safe?
ReadIs the Ketogenic Diet Safe?
Keto. It wasn't always "a thing," but you can certainly say that it is now. Over the last several years, it's absolutely exploded, becoming one of the go-to diets for people looking to elevate their nutrition and wellness. However, some question its efficacy — and furthermore, its safety. Is the...
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How Important is Breakfast? Here’s What Science Says
ReadHow Important is Breakfast? Here’s What Science Says
The old adage says that it's the most important meal of the day. But what does science say? How important is breakfast, really? You've probably thought about this a lot especially if you're an athlete trying to make gains. Should you start your day with a full belly, is fasting...
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Calories In, Calories Out — Does This *Really* Tell the Whole Story?
ReadCalories In, Calories Out — Does This *Really* Tell the Whole Story?
"Calories in, calories out" — it's usually what people point to when they're talking about gaining or losing mass. If you take in more calories than you expend, you gain weight. If you expend more than you take in, you lose weight. If the numbers are roughly equal, you maintain...
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How to Manage Your Nutrition During the CrossFit Open
ReadHow to Manage Your Nutrition During the CrossFit Open
The Open is in full swing, and man, we're already feeling the wear and tear. We know that you want to bring your A-game, and this means making sure that your nutrition is rock solid. Let's talk about how you can eat for the CrossFit Open. Nutrition + The CrossFit Open:...
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This is How Mat Fraser Approaches His Nutrition
ReadThis is How Mat Fraser Approaches His Nutrition
The five-time fittest man on earth knows a thing or two about nutrition. And yet, ironically, he marches to a different beat. Mat Fraser has never been concerned with counting macros, eating "clean," or having chiseled abs. Instead, his nutrition largely depends on the answer to one question: How does this...
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7 Nutrition Myths That Need to Go
Read7 Nutrition Myths That Need to Go
Fitness is part training and part nutrition. If you don't have both, you're not going to hit your goals, plain and simple. Food is such an emotional experience for so many of us, making it harder to get a handle on. And the nutrition myths that our culture and media...
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Is There Really a “Window” for Nutrition?
ReadIs There Really a “Window” for Nutrition?
There are many nutrition myths out there, but that of the anabolic window has probably caused the most feuds. The truth is this: There is no right or wrong answer. You have probably heard that chugging a protein shake within an hour or so after strength training is necessary to...
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6 Tips From a Nutrition Coach for Staying Healthy During Quarantine
Read6 Tips From a Nutrition Coach for Staying Healthy During Quarantine
With isolation being fully enforced, businesses closed down, and grocery stores not always stocked, healthy food has taken a backseat for may of us during the coronavirus quarantine. We spoke with Vanessa Cohn, Macrostax Customer Success Manager and nutrition coach, to get a few pointers for how we can all...
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Kara Saunders Gives 5 Tips for Staying Shredded Over the Holidays
ReadKara Saunders Gives 5 Tips for Staying Shredded Over the Holidays
The holidays are a time to let loose and indulge a little. But if you don't want to lose control too much, Kara Saunders has some helpful tips for how you can enjoy all the good food without feeling sick as a dog after. Main image: Kara Saunders/YouTube
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The Importance of Whey Protein in Recovery During the Open
ReadThe Importance of Whey Protein in Recovery During the Open
When it comes to reaching your fitness goals, there's a fairly common philosophy: “No pain, no gain.” While some people use the saying to give them a little motivation, others take it to an extreme, training to the point where they are literally in pain. While some discomfort is normal...
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