Fitness + Well-Being Archives

Do You Need To Be Creatine Loading?

2018-03-16T14:07:55-07:00Performance, Team Isagenix|

Creatine supplementation has been a popular go-to for the serious athlete striving to put on extra muscle and optimize their workouts. But unlike typical supplementation regimens, creatine “loading” is a long-standing, common practice where the individual supplements with four to five times the amount of creatine the body needs with the purpose of rapidly saturating the muscles with the energy-producing compound.

4 Things You Need to Know About Dietary Nitrates

2025-01-10T07:02:20-07:00Heart Health|

Nitrates are compounds found in a variety of foods and are even produced by our own bodies. Most dietary nitrates are derived from vegetables, which soak up nitrogen from the soil and convert it to nitrates in vegetables. Since the complexities of dietary nitrates and their impact on performance can be confusing, we’re breaking down the science of dietary nitrates so that you can understand a little more about the benefits of eating more vegetables:

Why You Need Protein to Stay Stronger As You Age

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

If you’ve reached your 50s or 60s, your body’s needs for dietary protein may have taken an unexpected turn upward. If you want the same muscle-building response that a mere 10-20 grams of protein could produce in your youth, then new research suggests you’re better off getting 30 or more grams in each meal.

Athletes, You Need More Sleep

2018-03-16T14:12:54-07:00Performance, Team Isagenix|

Sleep for athletic performance is just as important as your training and nutritional program. Why? It’s because sleep is one of the strongest recovery mechanisms you have when it comes to intense training.

Endurance Athletes

2018-04-12T16:12:36-07:00Multimedia, Performance, Science Talks, Team Isagenix|

Are you preparing for your next marathon? Endurance athlete and Isagenix Millionaire Susan Sly shares her tips for utilizing the new AMPED™ Products during your run. Susan opens ups about the highs and lows of her career as an elite athlete and how Isagenix refueled her fire to start competing again.

AMPED Power: Nitrosigine in the Scientific Spotlight

2018-03-16T14:22:17-07:00Performance, Team Isagenix|

AMPED™ Power provides a powerful and effective pre-workout formula with active ingredients that work together to support blood flow and nutrient delivery to muscles, boost athletic performance, and aid in muscle contraction. One of those major active ingredients is Nitrosigine®.

What Nutritional Strategies Are Best for Healthy Aging?

2019-03-25T10:18:02-07:00Fitness + Well-Being, Healthy Aging, Personal Care, Telomeres|

Telomeres are the protective nucleic acid and protein caps on the ends of chromosomes and are a key to healthy aging. Because telomeres help maintain stability of our DNA, they are critical in controlling cellular aging and death.

Stop Sarcopenia Before it Starts

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

Did you know that age related muscle loss, also known as sarcopenia, begins as early as your 30th birthday? Registered Dietitian and Nutrition Communication Specialist Lindsay Gnant M.Sc., RDN. explains how sarcopenia isn’t something that happens overnight, but gradually over time. “But the good news is that no matter your age you can take steps right now to improve your muscle health,” says Lindsay. Listen in as Lindsay shares how to fight back against muscle loss and lays out how you can utilize Isagenix products to help protect and build your lean muscle.

How to Fix Your Upset Running Stomach

2018-03-16T14:27:47-07:00Performance, Team Isagenix|

The last thing you want is to get an upset stomach during your run. Unfortunately, gastrointestinal distress is all too common among runners. It’s often caused by a variety of factors—physiological, mechanical, and nutritional—but you can do something about your GI problems.

Runners, You May Need More Protein

2018-03-16T14:29:12-07:00Performance, Team Isagenix|

If you’re a runner limiting your protein intake, you may be limiting your performance. A high-protein diet isn’t just for athletes who lift weights. The goal for the majority of runners is to improve running performance, whether by total distance or by time. During the recovery phase after a run, consuming the right nutrients is necessary for quicker recovery and performance gains.