Why Aging Athletes Need More Protein

You need more high quality protein in your diet as you age Aging has many undesirable effects on the body, and muscle loss probably tops the list for anyone with...

4 Things to Look for When Choosing a Minimally-Processed Protein

If you’re someone who is focused on achieving their athletic goals and are also serious about nutrition, you know that whole foods are better than processed foods. You probably also...

Could dairy (and specifically lactose) be Inhibiting Your Athletic Performance?

My mom always told me dairy was healthy, that I needed the calcium from milk to keep my bones strong. But now I hear Tom Brady ditched dairy and it...

Review: 5 Types of Protein Supplements for Dairy-Free Athletes

If  you have a lactose intolerance, dairy intolerance or are simply trying to reduce your dairy intake then whey protein isn’t going to be on your shopping list. The good...

5 Foods to Eat to Up Your Vitamin D Intake

We all know that vitamin D can be obtained from spending time in the sun.  But for people living in the northern hemisphere during the winter, this isn't always an...

Geek Out on Vitamin D with This Infographic

As an athlete, it's important to ensure you are getting adequate Vitamin D intake to support your athletic performance. Deficiencies are extremely common among all age groups and activity levels, and...

Fine Tuning Your Nutrition For Injury Recovery

You know the story... You get injured, timing is bad, and you need to get back to training for that competition/game/beach volleyball session ASAP! You're lining up the therapies, preparing...

How To Manage Your Nutrition Around Competition

How much are you really eating?

Even if we take an epic cheat meal every now and then, most of us in the fitness world know what we should be eating on a daily basis. Lean...

Recipe: On the go omelets

As much as we'd love to, who has the time to cook bacon and eggs every morning? Check out this super-quick recipe for on-the-go omelets that I work into my...

Infographic: How does your heart feel about your diet?

If you're reading this blog, you probably know that extra butter popcorn and milk shakes aren't great for your overall health, but check out this infographic to see some foods...

Protein, it's everywhere!

I don't want to be biased, but if you want to stay lean, gain muscle, and keep your performance top-notch, thinking about your protein sources is important. Too many people chug...