As macro tracking becomes more popular, more people are recommending it to their friends, family, and strangers on the internet. But as a coach, this can be problematic as it can either help someone or make their relationship with food even worse. So let's dig in with some important questions to consider as well as what … Continue reading Macro Tracking: Is it for YOU?
Category: Nutrition Facts
How to Maintain Muscle While in a Fat Loss Phase
When calories start to decrease, your energy when working out is expected to decrease as well. This doesn't mean that you will necessarily lose muscle, but it simply means that your workouts may need adjusting as well. The biggest fear when going into a fat loss phase, especially with changes in performance, is that you … Continue reading How to Maintain Muscle While in a Fat Loss Phase
Should you Read a Nutrition Label? Are they Misleading?
Nutrition labels are important to understand, no matter the lifestyle you choose. The importance is not only in the total calories but rather in the balance of nutrition. For example: If you were reading a label and notice very low protein and fats with high carbs, you will know that after consuming a serving that … Continue reading Should you Read a Nutrition Label? Are they Misleading?
Calorie Tracking VS. Macro Tracking: What you need to know
When it comes to any physique related goal, the biggest factor that influences your weight will be how many calories you are consuming to how many calories you are expending each day. But with a quick search on Google, you may be confused about whether you need to be tracking calories only, or macros. Is there a difference or are they the same thing?
6 tips for Healthy Glowing Skin (& it has nothing to do with buying expensive skincare products)
Healthy, glowing skin seems to be on all of our lists... I mean who wouldn't want to have it? But, our desire for radiant skin can lead us to the path of expensive skincare products and supplements that do little for our skin but do a big impact on our budget.
Lose Weight Without Decreasing More Calories: Tips that Work
Most of us understand that weight loss happens with gradually decreasing our daily caloric intake, or increasing our daily energy expenditure. In order to lose weight, you have to usually do a mixture of the two, or at least one. However, changes in your metabolism and caloric needs can happen over time. This means that … Continue reading Lose Weight Without Decreasing More Calories: Tips that Work
3 Tips To Win at Meal Prep
We all have that one fitspo that seems to win at meal prep every week. They post pictures, they seem to stay on track despite having a busy schedule, and their body is there to represent their hard work. It leaves us behind the scenes wondering what the big secret is, what are they doing that we can't?
What can Cause Bloating & Solutions that Help
Bloating can be uncomfortable and even embarrassing at times. Some may describe it as not able to suck in, a fullness sensation, and/or the feeling of a balloon in your stomach. Distension is different from bloating, although interrelated, as it is a visible increase around your hips (abdominal girth). Both of these are not exactly … Continue reading What can Cause Bloating & Solutions that Help
Top 6 Protein Powder Sources
Choosing the best protein powder source can be hard. To make the decision easier, this article lists the top 6 protein powder sources and their benefits, as well as possible drawbacks.
Apple Cider Vinegar for Health
Are this risks involved to this so called " health" drink?