As we discussed in a previous post, everyone has a different body type. Today we’re talking more about endomorphs. Endomorphs generally have a larger frame and a slower metabolism. They often struggle with losing weight and tend to have to work harder than most when it comes to training. If you are an endomorph, here Read more about Nutrition Tip: Endomorph – Eating for Your Body Type[…]
People are constantly talking about improving their speed. Typically, the advice given is “Do this drill, and I guarantee you will get faster” or “I’m fast and these are the things I did to be fast.” While some of these have some anecdotal backing to them, we need to dive deeper into how to actually Read more about Ways to Improve Speed[…]
We all come in many shapes and forms. People who can eat just about everything in sight without gaining weight are classified as ectomorphs. They can be identified from their lean frame and thin/lanky limbs. Ectomorphs looking to gain weight and muscle mass should follow these basic tips: Quality Calories –Remember that you are what you Read more about Nutrition Tip: Ectomorph – Eating for Your Body Type[…]
When training for power development, there are two big issues: Believing that a certain type of training with more weight is always better Athletes performing Olympic lifts such as cleans often do whatever they can to achieve the lift such as a jumping jack reverse curl movement. When broken down, it’s not a movement that Read more about Jumping: Unlocking Your Explosive Power[…]
We’re all dreaming of warmer weather. Many of us have been working hard toward the goal of looking our best in summer clothing. However, it’s not always the people who work the hardest that come out with the best results. A smarter way to achieve and maintain your weight loss goals involves taking out the Read more about Fat Loss: Explaining the Basics[…]
When it comes to weight management, most people focus on losing or gaining weight while a few opt to maintain their current weight. For athletes, maintaining weight is vital to optimizing in-season performance. It’s important to maintain the progress you made in the off-season. If you start losing a lot of weight, your strength and Read more about Nutrition Tip: Maintaining Weight[…]
January is over, and that fresh “new year” feeling has passed. Have you kept all of your resolutions? Based on statistics from a survey on American New Year’s resolutions, 45 percent of resolutions are to lose weight or get in shape. According to U.S. News & World Report, 80 percent of New Year’s Resolutions fail Read more about 3 Tips for Keeping Your Resolution to Get in Shape[…]
It’s another new year, and many people have goals of physical fitness and weight loss. Rather than just losing weight, aim to primarily lose body fat while maintaining muscle mass. In order to lose body fat, you must be in a caloric deficit, or burn more calories than you consume. In order to lose body Read more about Lose Weight the Right Way[…]
It’s the Holiday season and New Year’s is right around the corner. During this time of year, many people are: Eating excessive amounts of food Not exercising or being active due to travel, get togethers, etc. Setting New Year’s resolutions There are many articles talking about things to focus on during this time of year, Read more about The Most Underrated but Important Concept for Performance[…]
Myth #1: Carbs are bad for you/make you fat Whether you’re an 18-year-old male or a 50-year-old woman, you need carbs. Cutting carbs from your diet will leave you lacking energy, vital nutrients, and potential health risks. Low Carb Diets may cause weight loss initially but not fat loss. Without carbs, your body uses protein Read more about Nutrition Tip: Common Diet Myths[…]