Reading Time: 5 minutes The concept of varying the resistance during repetition is not new and you can even evidence it in old pictures of the iron game, where you can see chains as a means of resistance. Nowadays new tools have been developed, but the concept is still the same. The Concept of Variable Resistance Training The […]
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Reading Time: 2 minutes Guest blog by Designs for Spot Gut flora refers to the gastrointestinal (GI) microbiome, which has been shown to support neurological health, gastrointestinal function, a healthy response to inflammation, and many other aspects of human health. Recent research has shown that certain botanicals may support a healthy gut microbiome. Berberine is an alkaloid compound found
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Reading Time: 6 minutes In part 1 of this article, I discussed the importance of proper evaluation and diagnosis of cholesterol issues and explored the main causes of dyslipidemia. In part 2, we will delve into effective strategies for correcting abnormal levels of blood lipids. Nutrition and Dyslipidemia I also mentioned that for me dyslipidemia is a symptom,
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Reading Time: 2 minutes The consumption of a nutrient-dense diet ensures that the body receives essential vitamins, minerals, phytonutrients, and beneficial compounds it needs for optimal functioning. Unfortunately, Western-style diets, primarily composed of energy-dense, ultra-processed foods, often lack vital nutrients and are associated with chronic health conditions. However, by incorporating organ meats into a balanced, whole-food eating pattern, you
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Reading Time: 3 minutes Understanding Cholesterol: Debunking Myths and Clarifying the Facts Cholesterol has been demonized as a human killer and the lab results are capable of creating panic in a large percentage of the population, including medical doctors. But should that be the case? I’d like to start by saying that this article is like the
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Reading Time: 3 minutes Guest blog by Designs for Sport Creatine is among the most popular ergogenic aids for sports and exercise. As a nitrogenous organic compound, 95 percent of which is stored in the muscle, it is proposed that large doses of creatine can enhance athletic performance by delaying muscle fatigue, particularly during high-intensity interval training. Claims have
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Reading Time: 5 minutes There is a considerable debate around this concept, and it not only goes about what should be included but also about the name itself. Let’s start with the name. In many circles, the given name is “cheat meal” and all the possible associations to “cheat”, which I’m totally against and I’ll describe the reasons
Reading Time: 2 minutes Guest blog by Designs for Sport Melatonin is known for its role in regulating the sleep–wake cycle, but it has additional roles in the body including the support of antioxidant status and a healthy inflammatory response. It also may play a role in maintaining a balanced gut microbiota. Many of these roles may help support
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Reading Time: 6 minutes Overtraining is considered an enemy of performance, health, and wellbeing. But is it always such a bad thing, in every single case? I want to start with a phrase that I learned from my late mentor that says “fatigue masks fitness”, and that encloses what I’m about to talk about in this article. Let’s first
Reading Time: 2 minutes Guest blog by Designs for Sport Glutamine is the most abundant amino acid in the body with critical roles in human health. It acts as an intermediary in energy metabolism and is a substrate for the synthesis of glutathione, neurotransmitters, and nucleotide bases. Although glutamine is classically described as a nonessential amino acid, recent observations
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