Research Update: How Do You Measure Work in a CrossFit or HYROX Workout?
A new review proposes a way to measure the mechanical work in CrossFit and HYROX workouts. Here's what it means and why it isn't validated yet.
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Research Update: Why "Normal" Blood Work Can Be Misleading in Athletes
A new perspective article explains why "normal" blood work can mislead athletes, and how tracking your own baseline gives you a clearer picture.
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Research Update: No, Vitamin D Doesn’t Build Muscle
A review of 54 trials found vitamin D doesn't build muscle or boost strength. Here's what it means for athletes.
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At What Age Should Athletes Start Taking HMB?
HMB matters more after 40, but it’s not just for masters athletes. Here’s who benefits most, and when.
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Do Strength and Fitness Really Start Declining at 35?
What research shows about peak fitness, age-related performance decline, and how to extend athletic longevity.
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5 Things to Know About HMB Before Taking It
Discover how high-quality HMB supports muscle recovery, prevents loss, and boosts performance—plus tips to choose the right supplement.
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Recover From Injury Faster With HMB
Learn how HMB can prevent muscle loss, speed recovery, and reduce injury risk—plus why it works even better with creatine.
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The Supplement Stack to Maximize Your Strength and Power Output
Learn how a powerful combination of creatine, HMB, beta-alanine and protein can help you build strength, enhance power output and improve recovery, all while supporting your ath...
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What Makes Creatine and HMB the Dynamic Duo for Endurance and Strength?
Learn how creatine and HMB work together to improve strength, endurance performance, and recovery. Plus how to use them effectively for every type of athlete.
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How to Get Better Sleep and Improve Your Athletic Performance
Explore the importance and role of sleep in your training, athletic performance and recovery, and get practical tips and tactics to ensure you get higher quality sleep.
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5 Post-training Recovery Tips to Fast-track Your Athletic Ambition
Your fitness routine shouldn’t end when you finish training, so we're sharing five post-training recovery tips for relieving sore muscles.
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Whole Foods vs. Pre-Workout: How Should You Fuel Your Training?
Learn how nutrient-dense whole foods can provide better support for your training than pre-workout supplements, including their advantages, sustained energy benefits, practical...
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Fueling the Off-Season: Nutrition Strategies for Endurance Athletes
Effectively use the off-season to recover, build strength and maintain your endurance through tailored nutrition strategies by integrating supplements like HMB, beta-alanine and...
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Supplement Use in Female Cyclists, Weighted Vests Improve Performance, and Does Tart Cherry Juice Actually Benefit You?
This week’s studies cover a gap in proven supplement use in female cyclists, the benefits of training in a weighted vest, and the effectiveness of tart cherry juice for performa...
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The Power of Adding HMB to Your Creatine Supplement
Discover specific scenarios where the combination of creatine and HMB shines, whether you're training hard or just getting back into the swing of things.
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