If you’re after some serious hypertrophy and muscle gain, then why protein is going to be a serious option to consider. You’re going to need a reliable and effective source of protein. With that, this article tells you in three concise steps exactly how to use whey protein if and when you choose to stick […]
Nutrition
Is Whey Protein Good For You?
One of the most frequent questions you hear from newbies looking to make some positive changes in their diet and lifestyle is — “Is whey protein good for you?” The answer is this: it completely depends on the type and quality of the whey protein you’re using. Our modern fitness/weight loss industry is stuffed to […]
Kick Up Your Protein Intake with Shredded Chicken Green Chili
In today’s PT Intel, Joshua Garcia submits a high protein chili recipe that is also low in fat (and obviously tasty!). Joshua is a personal trainer and founder of Unification Point in Denver, Colorado. You can find him online by clicking here. Description: Loaded with spices including fresh peppers, cayenne and garlic this soup is […]
Did You Know Your Health is Dictated by Your Food?
No matter what stage of life you are in, you are always growing something from scratch…If you are pregnant you are “Growing a Baby from Scratch”, if you have kids you are “Growing an Adult from Scratch”, and if you are an adult you are “Growing the Rest of Your Life from Scratch”. So no […]
Must Watch: The Secrets of Sugar Documentary (Video)
CBC’s investigative newscast The Fifth Estate did a piece recently called “The Secrets of Sugar.” While traditional health and diet media and literature talk frequently about the effects of fat and sodium on our bodies, there is a small yet growing body of literature on the effects of sugar. One of the small problems with […]
Does Your Current Lifestyle Reflect Your Lifestyle Goals?
In today’s PT Intel personal trainer Kathleen Trotter discusses how to structure your life so that fitness and wellness is a pillar in your life, and not a fleeting once-in-a-while commitment. Besides being a personal trainer, Kathleen lives her advice, having completed 10 (count ’em!) marathons, an Ironman (well, Ironwoman to be more accurate) and […]