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6 Tips For Building Muscle

6 Tips For Building Muscle

When you are trying to build muscle, there is a lot of conflicting advice out there. You may not know where to get started.

Protein Needs For Athletes

Protein Needs For Athletes

Protein is essential for athletes because it promotes new muscle growth and tissue repair.  The recommended protein intake is 1.2 to 1.7g/kg body weight each day. 

How Athletes Use Energy Stores

How Athletes Use Energy Stores

Fuel for the body comes from nutrients in the food we eat and the fluids we drink.  These essential nutrients are commonly broken down into three categories: carbohydrates, fats and proteins.

The Importance of Nutrition for Female Athletes

The Importance of Nutrition for Female Athletes

Poor nutrition in female athletes can cause tiredness, performance plateaus or decreases, burn-out, and repeated injuries.