“Clean eating” has become yet another fitness buzz phrase as of late. I frequently hear statements such as “how do I eat clean?” or “I…
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Category: Nutrition for Fitness Training
How CBD Interacts with Pre-Workout Supplements
Workout supplements aim to improve endurance, enhance exercise efficiency, and help to quickly achieve athletic performance goals(1). Some of the ingredients used in these supplements…
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Consequences of Sugar Overconsumption
In today’s world of on-the-go, fast-paced lifestyles, convenience has come to play an important role in the lives of many Americans, including many of the…
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Consequences of a Low-Carb Intake
Personal trainers need to be prepared to properly educate their clients on all things fitness and nutrition-related, given the amount of misinformation and fad diets…
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Personal Training Client Nutrition: 2020-2025 Dietary Guidelines for Americans
Did you know that the Dietary Guidelines for Americans (DGA) are updated by the USDA every five years? These guidelines coupled with an intimate understanding…
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How Veggie-Based Nitrates Enhance Muscle Function
Could dark green leafy vegetables soon join the list of elite pre/post-workout muscle fuel? Read on to learn how natural sources of nitrates can foster…
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The Role of Protein Intake in Keto Athletes
Many of your clients and athletes may have realized weight loss success on a ketogenic diet. Others, however, may be struggling to get the correct…
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Nutrition, Protein, and Appetite Suppression: A Muscle-Forward Strategy For Clients on GLP-1 Agonists
In the era of GLP-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1 RAs), personal trainers face a new wave of clients experiencing rapid weight loss, but not always in…
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Gene Doping in Sports: The Un-leveling of the Playing Field
Over the last million years or so, we humans have cultivated and finely tuned the instincts that have enabled us to survive and transmit our…
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Constructive Use of Proper Fueling: Pre- or Post-Workout Carbohydrates
When anticipating a morning workout, the timing of nutrient intake ranks as one of the most hotly debated issues in fitness. Whether one exercises in…
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Smoothie Science
Smoothies are a popular breakfast item that many personal trainers and clients alike enjoy. These cold and delicious drink concoctions are a great option for…
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The Perks of Plant-Based Protein
The word “protein” hails from the Greek proteios, meaning “of prime importance”. Throughout history, meat-based meals have tended to reflect affluent lifestyles, relegating “substandard” plant-based…
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