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The Miracle that is Water

A whopping 75% of Americans are chronically dehydrated; are you one of them? Water does everything from lubricating your joints to improving brain function. It's also a legitimate way to...

The Caffeine-Calorie Continuum

Whether we like it or not, we're all a little addicted to caffeine. It might be a latte to get your day going, an energy drink to get over that...

Gluten-Free: Fad or Fact?

In recent years, the gluten-free movement has been expanding while the number of individuals with Celiac's disease remains the same (about 1 in every 133 people). As the following infographic...

Supplements vs. food: How much food do you need?

As athletes, we are often questioned on our lifestyles: what we eat, how much time we spend training, the amount of money we put into what we love. One inquiry...

Infographic - Got Milk? Throw it Away!

The USDA advises kids to drink at least 3 servings of milk/day & milk is commonly touted as a 'health food' crucial for good health; however, studies have begun to...

Infographic - The Bulletproof Diet

"Common dietary mistakes will sap your energy, lower your immunity, and make you cranky. Basic unsuspected foods can make you weak, soft, and fat. Replace them with Bulletproof foods that...

Infographic - The 'Food Pyramid' Traditional vs Paleo

Who remembers learning about "Healthy Eating and Fitness" in high school? (or elementary school for that matter). If you do, chances are you remember the "Food Pyramid" i.e. 6-11 servings...

Infographic - 'Talking Turkey - Thanksgiving Facts and Figures'

Did you Know that.... Illinois produced 496 MILLION pounds of pumpkin Minnesota topped the charts for most Turkeys (49 million), or in 1941 President Roosevelt signed a bill declaring that...

#Infographic - The Paleolithic Diet Explained

10 years ago if you asked someone about the paleo diet, or went on a hunt for paleo-friendly foods chances are you'd be shit out of luck most of the...

Infographic - Dehydration...Making us Fat and Sick?

Dehydration can cause... fatigue skin disorders digestive disorders weight gain bladder problems kidney problems and more.... Sounds unappealing doesn't it? So drink up and read more

Carbs are killing you… or are they?

I came across this Infographic yesterday telling us that carbs are evil and are the real reason we get fat. Its a pretty black and white story. But is this...

Don't let vitamin D deficiency get in the way of your training!

OK, so I have covered the importance of adequate quality sleep and joint impact on your progression and health as an athlete. Now, as the nights draw in on those...