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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7 Beginner Nutrition Tips for Building Muscle
Read7 Beginner Nutrition Tips for Building Muscle
So you just started training and you're looking to build some muscle. There's a lot more than what meets the eye when it comes to putting on some pounds (the good kind that makes you stronger, of course). It may come as a surprise that the key to muscle gain...
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Nutrition for Newbies: The Supplements You Need to Know
ReadNutrition for Newbies: The Supplements You Need to Know
You know what they say: abs are made in the kitchen. More specifically, they really mean, "Fitness is made in the kitchen." True, you can't get fitter without the gym, but if optimized nutrition isn't part of your fitness plan, don't expect major gains. Proper nutrition and supplementation are paramount to your...
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Camille Leblanc-Bazinet’s Top 3 Nutrition Tips
ReadCamille Leblanc-Bazinet’s Top 3 Nutrition Tips
There's a good reason for the saying "abs are made in the kitchen," and it's because nutrition is as important to your overall fitness and health as your time in the gym is. You've probably heard that you can't out-exercise a bad diet, and it's true. If your meals aren't...
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5 Easy Ways to Increase Protein
Read5 Easy Ways to Increase Protein
Spoiler: When you’re training, what you eat is just as important as what you do in the gym. Research from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign backs up the theory we all know to be true – post-workout protein helps speed up recovery. It’s also essential when you’re trying to...
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