Ever since my trip to Harvard-Westlake School in Los Angeles, Mike Durand introduced me (and my team) to Muscle Milk. We had just finished our workouts in the glorious sunshine of southern California and he provided us with the RTD (ready to drink) cold versions of Muscle Milk. Ever … [Read more...] about The Quest For The Perfect Shake… and Snack?
Weight Loss
Why Am I Fat? Here is the Simple Answer
In the last 40 years, obesity, and in particular child obesity has increased at an alarming rate in the United States. The USDA Economic Research Service (ERS), which tracked the percent of total daily calories of the range of food groups from 1970-2008, has given us the clues. You can … [Read more...] about Why Am I Fat? Here is the Simple Answer
PODCAST – Sports Nutrition Essentials DVD
If you enjoyed last week’s article on the Power Bar vs the Candy bar report (415kb PDF file) from the Sports Nutrition Blueprint, then you’ll enjoy this podcast. Jeff Cavaliere is one of the premier fitness experts and physical therapists in the country. Having spent the last 3 years as the head … [Read more...] about PODCAST – Sports Nutrition Essentials DVD
Power Crunch Bars vs Candy Bars – Are They the Same?
Last October I wrote ranted about The Truth behind Cereal Bars and Breakfast Bars I am glad there are other people who share my views. One is Track Mom’s Dr. Lorraine Williams who simply refuses to go to McDonald’s even when travelling and there isn’t another restaurant for miles. Another is … [Read more...] about Power Crunch Bars vs Candy Bars – Are They the Same?
Vegetarian Nutrition and Sports Performance
Carl Lewis claimed to be a vegetarian. Whether that’s true or not is not the point of this article. I see, hear, and read more and more people turning vegetarian and vegan. Maybe I’m hanging out with an older crowd. Some of these folks are even considering a raw food diet. Let me … [Read more...] about Vegetarian Nutrition and Sports Performance
Glorified Pop Tarts – The Truth behind Cereal Bars and Breakfast Bars
Road Trips. Jackson Browne Load-Out Stay lyrics says it all: And these towns all look the same We just pass the time in our hotel rooms And wander 'round backstage Till those lights come up and we hear that crowd And we remember why we came You’d be amazed what … [Read more...] about Glorified Pop Tarts – The Truth behind Cereal Bars and Breakfast Bars
Ladies, Increase Your Speed And Endurance While Sculpting Great Toned Muscles
This article is guest blogged by Taylor Ryan from The Art Of Weight Lifting. Ladies, Increase Your Speed And Endurance While Sculpting Great Toned Muscles! It doesn't matter if your goal is to increase your marathon time or to just be able to walk up the stairs without getting winded... in the … [Read more...] about Ladies, Increase Your Speed And Endurance While Sculpting Great Toned Muscles
EAT THIS, NOT THAT – Book Review
Eat This, Not That! Thousands of Simple Food Swaps that Can Save You 10, 20, 30 Pounds--or More! What is the best fast food in the world? That's like saying, "Strychnine can act as a stimulant, but how much can kill you?". If you are on the road a lot, and have no choice but to eat at fast … [Read more...] about EAT THIS, NOT THAT – Book Review
Why Food can be Better than Protein Powders
We all agree protein powders have an edge for convenience. Some are RTD (ready to drink), and some just require cold water and a shaker. But natural wholesome food sources have extra benefits beyond powders. Beef has iron. Fish has Taurine, Omega 3 oils, and B12. Dairy products have … [Read more...] about Why Food can be Better than Protein Powders
Jeremy Wariner and the Simple Whole Foods Diet
This is a good example of a world class athlete chowing down on a Simple Whole Foods Diet of ribs, sausage, baked potato with sour cream, cheese, and brisket! No need to pop pills here, though, maybe some Alka-Seltzer after the meal? Jeremy quotes, "I can eat whatever I want, whenever I want, … [Read more...] about Jeremy Wariner and the Simple Whole Foods Diet
