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The Best Weapon Against Covid: Stay Lean
The Best Weapon Against Covid: Stay Lean
We hold the key to COVID case outcomes, and a healthy, lean lifestyle is tops on the list.
Blue Zones: What They Are and What They Tell Us
Blue Zones: What They Are and What They Tell Us
Key Lessons from the areas in the world with the longest life expectancies.
Olive Oil: When Great Taste and Health Come Together
Olive Oil: When Great Taste and Health Come Together
There’s more to the benefits of using olive oil than first meet the eye. Here’s a closer look!
How To Beat Inflammation: Part 1
How To Beat Inflammation: Part 1
Overcoming The Pain and Disease of America’s #1 Silent Killer: This is the first of a 4 part series looking at one of the key factors in muscle growth and recovery. But if left unchecked, can also be a silent killer.
Boost Your Immune System Now by Lee Labrada
Boost Your Immune System Now by Lee Labrada
As you know, we are in the midst of a very challenging viral outbreak. In this article, we will discuss nutrition and supplement ideas that can provide support to your body’s immune system.
How Your Brain Benefits from Exercise
How Your Brain Benefits from Exercise
And here you thought all those sets and reps were just honing your fit body. Nope, exercise is just as good for your brain as it is for your biceps. Keep reading to learn a few ways that regular activity supports your lean, mean thinking machine.

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How Much Protein Do YouNeed for Muscle Growth?
Protein is hands-down the most researched macronutrient when muscle growth is the topic of interest. Most gym-goers and bodybuilders assume the more protein in their diet, the better. But how much do we really need for building muscle mass?
Vegan 101:Intro into Plant-Based DIets
One trend that has gained momentum over the last five years is the plant-based diet. Read on to learn the health benefits, cons, and how to go about becoming vegan the correct way!
15 More Ways To Get More Protein In Your Diet
Protein is an essential component of a balanced diet. Consuming an adequate amount of protein will lead to faster recovery, more energy, and better performance.

Improving Gut Health:Gluten-Free Food Guide
Avoiding gluten can be tricky, whether you're "gluten sensitive" or not.
How To Beat Inflammation:Part 4
Silent Killer or stimulant for your muscles? Turns out inflammation is both. But too much of a good thing can kill you.
Snoring: The Deathof Intimacy
Snoring can ruin a good night’s sleep, wreck a relationship or put your health at risk. Here’s how you can stop it!

The Fit Guy's Guideto Eating Carbs
Are carbs good or bad for you if you’re trying to pack on muscle and carve an enviable six-pack? Truth be told, the answer lies in what type of carbs you’re consuming and when you’re consuming them.
10 Tips for Losing Body Fatwithout Cutting Calories
The only way to reduce body fat is by cutting food right? Wrong! That just makes you hungrier. Here’s 10 simple but effective ways you can lose fat without losing your mind.
9 Ways to Stay LeanOver the Holidays
Keep Holiday Weight Gain at Bay with this easy 9 step program! With a little planning, you can still enjoy Holiday eating and not get fat.

Goal Specific Training: Customizefor Quicker Results
If there was one perfect program, everyone would be following it, but programs depends on your goals. Find the right fit for you!
Push – Pull Training: Tried and True Results
This program is a must-have in your toolbox of training cycles.
The Common Shoulder TrainingMistake You Must Avoid
You can’t afford a shoulder issue if you want to keep training. Here’s how to stay strong and injury free.

Raspberry OatmealProtein Bites
Eat dessert ANYTIME with these delicious Raspberry Oatmeal Protein Bites! Complex carbs, healthy fats, and packed with protein…what more could you want in a dessert!?
Slow Cooker ProteinCinnamon Buns
Today your slow cooker meets cinnamon buns with this super easy (takes less than 5 min) and protein-packed, delicious Slow Cooker Steel-Cut Cinnamon Buns recipe.
Low-Carb Keto Cheesecake Cupcakes
Cupcakes with less than 5g of net carbs and sugar are now a thing! These cheesecake cupcakes are easy to make, filling, and of course... absolutely delicious!

Tyrosine: Nutritional Support for Anxiety,Depression and Mood Disorders
What you need to know about this key amino acid as a building block of neurotransmitters in the brain.
Joint, Recovery & Skin Support?Collagen May Be the Answer
Several studies are touting the beneficial effects of collagen peptide for joint function, mobility, and pain for osteoarthritis patients, athletes, and others. Is it the "end all, be all" supplement?
Caffeine: Nature's Stimulant:Enhance Your Lifestyle
Coffee (with Caffeine) is one vice many java junkies refuse to relinquish. Good news...caffeine may not only brighten your day but also make you a battle-ready iron warrior, impervious to exhaustion, pain and even depression.

More than Building the Body 5 Benefits to Lifting Weights
Bodybuilding is much more than simply a sure-fire means of building a mass-stacked physique. Here are five benefits you’ll continue to experience the longer you keep pumping out the reps!
10 Ways to Get Gains WithoutCrazy Genetics or Talent
Want to get that ideal body but don’t think you have the required talent or world class genetics? No worries! Read the top 10 things you can do to still get that consistent progress to your body.
7 Things you Can Do to Stick to Your Fitness Goals
If you’ve been hitting the gym strong at the beginning of the year, and refuse to be another mid-March dropout, here are some tips to stick to your fitness goals. One way to deter yourself from your goals before starting is by setting goals for yourself.