Do women have more body fat than men? As a matter of fact, yes, they do. It all comes down to hormones and our biological make-up. The connection is drawn between one vital hormone – estrogen. How Is Body Fat Stored  Body fat is stored in the form of triglycerides in fat cells called adipocytes. Triglycerides can also be stored as droplets within skeletal muscle cells. A healthy body fat range for women, is between 20-25%, while a healthy body fat for men, is 10-15%. Why Do Women Have More Body Fat Than Men?  On average women have 6-11% more body fat than men. Women naturally have hi ..read more

Resveratrol’s popularity has been hyped in the media now for nearly 30 years, resurfacing every few months by headlines touting the health benefits of drinking red wine and anti-aging. And more recently, when purported health experts like Andrew Huberman, claim that certain supplements, like resveratrol, can help slow the aging process and improve longevity, let’s just say that the hype just keeps on going. But, despite all the hysteria, rarely does it match the real benefits or health outcomes. Headlines speak volumes in consumer perception, but the science, can bring us back down to reality ..read more

 Nicotinamide mononucleotide (NMN) is a relatively new investigational compound, that is a precursor for NAD+ biosynthesis. NAD+ or Nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide has shown to have beneficial effects on anti-aging and age-associated diseases in preliminary animal models. We’re going to talk more about NMN, how it works and if the studies provide proof of the efficacy. What Is Nicotinamide mononucleotide (NMN)  NMN is a critical systematic signaling molecule, specifically a bioactive nucleotide that supports the biosynthesis of NAD+. As we age, like so many other critical compound ..read more

German volume training (GVT) is a high volume, high intensity no b.s. training program. If you’re looking for a way to break through a strength plateau, or just want to start a new training protocol and stack some major gains, then GVT could be exactly what you’re looking for. But how does German volume training stack up against other strength and hypertrophy training programs? We’re going to talk specifics about German Volume Training, how it works, and how effective it really is. What Is German Volume Training  In the mid 70’s, German National Weightlifting coach, Rolf Feser, implemente ..read more

There’s more to creating a healthy lifestyle than just nutrition and training. Superior health and wellness comes with time, consistency, and dedication that goes far beyond cardio and a juice cleanse. Don’t get me wrong, physical exercise and nutrition are key components, however your mental health in addition to your physical health is just as important. To create a healthy lifestyle, you must find homeostasis. It’s easy to make a list of heathy habits, but it’s a whole different thing to actually live and instill those healthy habits and execute them. No one’s path will be the same, but we ..read more

Certain natural ingredients have a thermogenic effect improving metabolism and helping burn more calories. Capsimax, a concentrated extract of capsaicinoids from red chili peppers, the extract that causes the sensation of heat when consuming spicy foods, is one of those ingredients. We are going to talk more about what Capsimax is, how it works, the benefits, and more. What Is Capsimax Capsimax is a compound created by the company, OmniActive. Capsimax is a concentrated extract of capsaicinoids (CAPS) from red chili peppers, that works through several mechanisms, to help benefit weight loss su ..read more

As you get older things start to change. Staying in shape and keeping the same aesthetic you had when you were twenty-five, is going to be a lot harder to achieve when you’re forty. Your diet and training habits you had then, will not serve you now, that’s just a fact of life. As you age, hormone production and testosterone levels begin to decline, affecting body composition, energy levels, sleep, and the ability to put on muscle mass. Testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) is an often-utilized interventional therapy, that can help restore hormonal balance, and rejuvenate quality of life. We’r ..read more

A fast metabolism can be a blessing and a curse. Eating more of the right foods is challenging. Volume and consistency are two of the most important variables, when it comes to gaining weight with a fast metabolism. And here, you thought volume and consistency just applied to your training program.  Someone who has a hard time gaining weight due to a fast metabolism, is often referred to as a hardgainer. A hardgainer is defined as someone who is trying to build more muscle but finds it extremely challenging to put on any weight or gains, regardless of the effort they may be attributing, d ..read more

There’s a simple way you can prevent fatigue and muscle cramps during exercise - proper nutrition. Well, that’s just one small part of it. Although there’s more to muscle cramps and fatigue, proper hydration and performance nutrition can help in a big way. When you cut calories and don’t drink enough water, your performance will inevitably suffer, often resulting in dehydration, causing muscle and mental fatigue, as well as muscle cramps. We’re going to cover the most common ways how you can prevent fatigue and muscle cramps. What Causes Muscle Cramps  The exact causes of muscle cramps ar ..read more

Are greens powders actually worth it? The truth is, that depends. What does it depend on? Dosing. When I say dosing, I’m referring to the actually amounts per ingredient, not the micronutrients or vitamins derived from those ingredients. We’re going to dig into, whether or not greens powder supplements are worth the squeeze. What Are Greens Powders Greens powders are dietary supplements, created from real foods, typically derived from fruit and vegetables, as well as superfoods, and highly nutritious green-blue algae, like spirulina. Are Greens Powders Worth It? Here are the facts. Most greens ..read more