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Concerned About Gout? Consult Your Doctor

2018-08-06T10:11:08-07:00Bone Health, Fitness + Well-Being, Weight Loss|

Nearly 4 percent of adults are affected by gout, which can harm joints if left untreated (1). Since diet and lifestyle are important factors for managing this painful problem, it’s important to talk to your doctor before you make any big changes, such as starting a new eating plan or losing weight.

Creatine: What You Need to Know

2018-08-06T10:18:58-07:00Athlete Nutrition, Energy and Focus, FAQ, Fitness + Well-Being, Ingredients & Quality, Performance, Team Isagenix|

The use of creatine as a nutritional supplement is safe, effective, and ethical, according to the recent position published by the International Society of Sports Nutrition (ISSN).

How Athletes Can Beat the Outdoor Heat

2018-08-06T10:18:58-07:00Athlete Nutrition, Energy and Focus, Fitness + Well-Being, Performance, Team Isagenix|

Ever try working out in scorching temperatures? For athletes, runners, or anyone who enjoys outdoor exercise, five minutes in the open air may feel exhausting with the sun’s heat draining the energy out of their bodies.

How to Stay Fit in Your Prime

2018-08-06T10:11:09-07:00Fitness + Well-Being, Healthy Aging, Weight Loss|

If you’re finding it more difficult to maintain your figure as you get older, you’re not alone. Middle age brings many physical and physiological changes that can lead to weight gain and muscle loss, particularly for women.

Podcast: The Beet Juice Revolution

2018-08-06T10:18:58-07:00Athlete Nutrition, Energy and Focus, Fitness + Well-Being, Latest Podcasts, Nutrient Timing, Performance, Team Isagenix|

Nitrates and beet juice supplements have taken the sports nutrition world by storm – and for good reason. Listen as Director of Science Communications David Despain, M.S., dives into some of the latest studies involving nitrates and explains how they work in the body to enhance performance and decision making.

Older Adults Who Evenly Distribute Protein Intake Have Increased Muscle Strength

2018-08-06T10:11:09-07:00Fitness + Well-Being, Healthy Aging|

Check and double check the labels on the back of products prior to consumption, log the total number of calories per meal or snack, and fit in a daily exercise routine to keep muscle intact. Sounds like the perfect plan for healthy aging, right?

How Yoga Improves Athletic Performance

2018-08-06T10:18:58-07:00Athlete Nutrition, Energy and Focus, Fitness + Well-Being, Performance, Team Isagenix|

Workout regimens come and go as fads, changing in popularity every year. The ancient practice of yoga, however, is just as popular now as it was years ago. The benefits of yoga reach far beyond improving flexibility and can significantly improve performance for the better.

How Caffeine Can Improve Your Golf Game

2018-08-06T10:18:58-07:00Athlete Nutrition, Energy and Focus, Fitness + Well-Being, Performance, Team Isagenix|

Whether it’s an energy or espresso shot, a steaming cup of coffee, or the recently popular cold brew, they all have one thing in common – the right amount of caffeine to get individuals up and running for the day.

How Much Exercise Do You Need for Healthy Aging?

2018-08-06T10:11:09-07:00Fitness + Well-Being, Healthy Aging, Telomeres|

Researchers have long agreed that most of us don’t get enough physical activity. But even exercising a few times per week may not be high enough to make an impact on telomeres as a biomarker of aging.

Can Dance Help Older Adults Keep Their Brains Young?

2018-08-06T10:11:09-07:00Brain Health, Fitness + Well-Being, Healthy Aging|

Parents often start their children early by getting them into the first dance class opening they can find. Whether it’s ballet lessons, or an intro to hip-hop class, dance allows kids to transfer their jumpy energy into learning coordination and skill. But what about parents?