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Could Melatonin Help Women Build More Muscle and Burn More Fat?

2018-03-16T15:38:16-07:00Weight Loss, Weight Management|

Melatonin is a hormone secreted by the pineal gland in the brain and because it helps modulate sleep quality, it’s frequently used as a dietary supplement to lessen abnormal sleep patterns (1). However, a recent study suggests that melatonin may also assist in supporting weight management and muscle gain (2).

Why Whey After Exercise?

2018-03-16T15:41:16-07:00Performance, Team Isagenix|

When you’re depleted of nutrients after a hard workout, the rate at which you can deliver essential amino acids to your bloodstream could be key to switching on the muscle building process. Because whey protein is [...]

How to Avoid Holiday Weight Gain

2018-03-16T15:41:51-07:00Weight Management|

The holiday season is a time for fun and celebration. Unfortunately, it’s also a time for overindulgences that often lead to weight gain. As festivities draw near, it’s important to plan accordingly to have an enjoyable holiday season without packing on unwanted pounds.

Nutrient Timing For Optimal Performance With Isagenix

2018-03-16T15:43:12-07:00Nutrient Timing, Performance, Team Isagenix|

If you’re going to work out, why not make the most of it with optimized nutrition! The nutrients you provide your body and when you take them, known as “nutrient timing,” can significantly affect how your body responds to exercise (1). The nutrient timing of food and supplements can be broken down into three distinct phases: pre-workout, mid-workout, and post-workout.

Strength and Endurance Team USA Style

2018-04-12T16:12:38-07:00Multimedia, Performance, Science Talks, Team Isagenix|

You might not be going to Dublin, Ireland to compete in Kettlebell Lifting like Team Isagenix Member and World Champion Gold Medalist Valarie Pawlowski, but that doesn’t mean you can’t learn to train with the same type of strength and endurance she trains with. This is a huge podcast. Three—yes, three—of our expert Nutritionist, including a competitive bodybuilder, break down exactly what it takes to compete at this level and what you can do to compete with the person looking back at you in the mirror.

As an Athlete, Are You Making Correct Food Choices?

2018-03-16T15:46:24-07:00Performance, Team Isagenix|

When it comes to food choices, do you ever think about how many you make each day? Surprisingly, the average person makes about 220 food decisions each day! That’s a lot of decisions, and these [...]

How Much Protein Should Athletes Really Get?

2018-03-16T15:47:02-07:00Performance, Team Isagenix|

For years, there has been a stigma associating a high protein intake with muscle building and athletic performance. While many sports nutritionists today would agree that optimal protein intake is of prime importance, the fact is that more protein in the diet does not necessarily mean you will build more muscle or see results at a faster rate.

For Older Women, Vitamin D3 Supplementation Helps Build Muscle Strength

2018-08-06T10:11:12-07:00Fitness + Well-Being, Healthy Aging, Personal Care|

One of the hard facts of aging is that with every decade of life starting around age 30, muscle mass begins to decrease. If not remedied with good nutrition and regular exercise, this loss of both muscle mass and muscle function may eventually lead to frailty. However, a new study has revealed that vitamin D3 can assist aging women in fighting to retain muscle.

Fat Loss While You Sleep

2021-10-22T10:29:02-07:00Weight Loss, Weight Management|

“Sticky fat” is a great name for the last ten pounds of fat that refuse to leave the building. Often they stick out from the belly or atop the hip bones. But, in many folk who hit a plateau in weight loss, there’s a lot more fat deep inside plumping them up like a goose...

Amp up Your Knowledge on AMPED Power

2018-04-12T16:12:38-07:00Multimedia, Performance, Science Talks, Team Isagenix|

Isagenix Research Nutritionist, M.Sc. and CSCS, Alex Mohr dives deep into the science, ingredients, and uses of AMPED™ Power while dispelling common misconceptions about pre-workout supplements. “This supplement isn’t just for weight lifters. Endurance athletes can benefit from it as well,” Alex states.

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