Fitness + Well-Being Archives - Page 23 of 43

How Much Vitamin D Should You Take in Winter Months?

2018-08-06T10:11:10-07:00Fitness + Well-Being, Healthy Aging|

It’s that time of year again when temperatures have dropped to their lowest, and it is likely your vitamin D levels have, too. When the sun’s rays enter the Earth’s atmosphere at too much of an angle as happens during the winter season, UVB rays are blocked off, and your skin can’t produce vitamin D without them.

What Is the PRISE Protocol?

2018-03-16T11:00:41-07:00Performance, Team Isagenix|

When new studies found that both athletic men and women significantly improved their performance while using Isagenix products, a natural interest piqued for what exact protocol the subjects used to get their results.

Whey Protein Reduces Post-Exercise Eating

2018-03-16T11:01:36-07:00Performance, Team Isagenix|

Is having a big appetite after the gym getting in the way of your weight loss? Drinking a whey protein-based shake immediately after working out could help prevent overeating after going to the gym, a small UK study reports.

All in Your Head: Is Brain Drain Demotivating You to Train?

2018-03-16T11:02:58-07:00Performance, Team Isagenix|

Regular gym goers are just as much victims of mental fatigue as elite athletes. With long work days, family obligations, and everyday stress, workouts can suffer resulting in a lack of progress and frustration.

How Athletes Shred Fat With Alex Mohr

2018-03-16T11:05:22-07:00Performance, Team Isagenix|

The most common fat loss-tips won’t work for the average athlete. Isagenix R&D Research Nutritionist Alex Mohr sheds light on how athletes can lose unwanted fat while retaining lean muscle mass. Tune in as Alex educates listeners on the importance of strength training, cardio, and nutrition for athletes and fat loss.

What to Eat On Your Rest Day

2018-03-16T11:08:18-07:00Performance, Team Isagenix|

Your rest days are a chance for your muscles and tendons to recover from physical training and also provide a refreshing mental break. Many athletes report feeling more motivated and energized after rest days, so it is important to include them as part of your routine.

When to Use One or Two Scoops of Whey Protein

2018-03-16T11:18:57-07:00Performance, Team Isagenix|

Many athletes are aware of the benefits that come from consuming high-quality whey protein after a workout. Now a new study reports that the amount of protein you should consume post-workout depends on how many muscles you involved during exercise (1).

Why You Should Train Explosively

2018-03-16T11:20:14-07:00Performance, Team Isagenix|

New research from Loughborough University in England suggests that workouts using explosive muscle contractions may be a more effective way to increase muscle strength than traditional weight training. Explosive weight training is different from traditional methods of weight training that emphasize slow and controlled movements with sustained muscle contraction.

Athletes: There’s No Such Thing as a Perfect Diet

2018-03-16T11:22:01-07:00Performance, Team Isagenix|

Too often athletes go overboard when trying to eat healthfully. They may put themselves under strict calorie limits, cut out certain ingredients, or even avoid entire food groups in the hopes of reaching their performance goals.

Power Napping for Brain Power

2018-08-06T10:18:59-07:00Brain Health, Energy and Focus, Fitness + Well-Being|

Napping may be thought of as being unproductive and lazy, but it’s one of the most effective ways to restore your brain’s power. Scientific studies have found that napping can restore wakefulness, promote learning, boost memory, reverse the hormonal impact of a night of poor sleep, and reduce stress.