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Diet versus Performance: Part 1
Often, when we work out or are an athlete performing at intense levels, we wonder how our diet affects our performance. Following are a few tips. Simple Steps for Determining […]
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How to Prevent Weight Gain
Everyone would like to prevent weight gain to some extent so, what do we do? To help prevent an increase in weight follow these simple steps: Avoid excess alcohol consumption […]
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Weight Gain and Obesity
Some of the “side effects” are that excessive carbohydrates can cause an increase in the total caloric intake, causing obesity. In the U.S., over one-half the population is overweight. However, […]
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Carbohydrates: Part 2
High Sugar foods are simple carbohydrates that provide calories, but minimal nutritional benefits. On the other hand, complex carbohydrates provide calories, vitamins and minerals as well as fiber. Thus, there […]
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Carbohydrates: Part 1
In the following discussion, we will address carbohydrates, associated weight gain from eating too much of a good thing, and typical treatment of the problems arising from overeating of carbohydrates. […]
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Energy Balance
Feeling invigorated due to exercise and controlling your weight is all a matter of energy balance. Ask yourself this question: “Does your weight go up and down like a yo-yo?” […]
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Athlete Nutrition versus General Fitness
The ability to perform and frequently engage in a vigorous physical activity requires that you be in good health. It also depends on nutrition, i.e., we can apply the “you […]
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Building in Athleticism in Fitness and Bodybuilding
The approach to strength training that athletes take into the weight room is significantly different from that, which is taken into the training area by a bodybuilder. Within athletics, primary […]
