Team Isagenix Archives - Page 9 of 10

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.

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.

Women: Creatine is For You!

2018-03-16T15:51:39-07:00Performance, Team Isagenix|

It’s a common myth that creatine is strictly for bodybuilders. In fact, creatine has benefits for every athlete, including women. Because of the beefed-up stereotypes surrounding creatine, women often miss out on benefits of enhanced training and improved recovery. It’s possible that creatine may have extra benefits for women, especially for those who have avoided creatine supplements in the past.

Should You Have Coffee After Working Out?

2018-08-06T10:19:01-07:00Energy and Focus, Fitness + Well-Being, Performance, Team Isagenix|

Many enjoy the caffeine in coffee as a morning pick-me-up or use products containing caffeine before working out to help boost their performance. But new research suggests that the caffeine in coffee may also have positive effects after training.

Why Athletes’ Bodies Have an Elevated Demand for Protein

2018-03-16T15:57:58-07:00Performance, Protein, Team Isagenix|

Getting a good amount of protein, like the protein found in IsaPro®, after a hard training session is the first step to faster muscle recovery. Did you know that your body has an elevated demand for protein a full 48 hours post-workout?

Your Brain on Creatine

2018-03-16T16:03:08-07:00Performance, Team Isagenix|

Creatine has long been in the spotlight for increased sports performance, but it’s now being recognized for having positive effects on brain function like cognition and memory.

Can You Gain Muscle and Lose Fat at the Same Time?

2018-03-16T16:10:15-07:00Performance, Team Isagenix|

The short answer: Yes. Gaining muscle and losing fat can happen when your nutrition and exercise are aligned properly. However, most people go about it in the wrong way.

High Intensity interval Training: May The Force Be With You

2018-03-16T16:11:23-07:00Performance, Team Isagenix|

Most athletes are familiar with the Decade Rule. That is, you need to put in about 10,000 hours of training to approach mastery in any sport. That equals training for 20 hours every week for ten years.

The Bigger and Stronger You Are, The More Muscle You Lose With Inactivity

2018-03-19T14:35:55-07:00Performance, Team Isagenix|

You’ve heard the expression, “The bigger you are, the harder you fall.” With respect to muscle mass and strength, this statement is not far from the truth. No matter how strong or big you are, you lose muscle strength and mass with inactivity.

More Muscle Equals Stronger Bones in Children

2018-03-12T08:35:26-07:00Performance, Team Isagenix|

Children can benefit from more muscle and stronger bones Researchers from the University of Southampton recently investigated bone development in growing children and found that greater muscle mass is linked to healthier bones, while [...]