Research Update: Does Drinking Water During Long Exercise Actually Help?
Does drinking during long endurance sessions improve performance? This study looked at endurance performance with and without drinking.
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Research Update: 80% of Recreational CrossFit-Style Athletes Were Under-Fuelled
Are you eating enough? This study found that functional athletes might be under-fuelled. But what does it mean for their performance?
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Research Update: Extra Protein Could Add 7 kg to Your Squat
Protein supports recovery, but this study suggests that supplementing protein could add strength. Here's what the results actually mean for your training.
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Understanding VO2 Max: How to Improve Your Aerobic Performance for Endurance Sports
Have you ever wondered what sets endurance athletes apart from the rest? Well, the answer partially lies in a crucial metric known as VO2 max. With the rise of wearable technolo...
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Athlete of the Month January 2024: Clara Buchinski, Bronte Johnston and Cassidy Donaldson
Why do you do it? It’s a simple question without a simple answer. This month, we partnered with three triathletes from the UBC Triathlon Club to answer it: Clara Buchinski, ...
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Unleash Your Athletic Potential with Beet Juice
At Blonyx we are committed to helping you achieve your athletic ambition. That's why we are so excited to launch Beet-It Sport. It’s a new product for Blonyx but since it was re...
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Why You Don’t Need So Much Salt in Your Hydration Drink
KEY TAKEAWAYS: When you become dehydrated while training your blood sodium (salt) levels go UP, not down Consuming salt has little impact on your blood sodium levels Mild dehyd...
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Heal Like A SuperHero Part 3: Supplement Guide for Injury Rehab
Exercise, Nutrition, & Supplement Strategies for Getting Past Injury Written by Matt Unthank, M.S., CSCS Director of Training at Crossover Symmetry. We’re back with the thi...
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Heal Like A SuperHero Part 2: Nutrition Guide for Injury Rehab
Exercise, Nutrition, & Supplement Strategies for Getting Past Injury Written by Matt Unthank, M.S., CSCS Director of Training at Crossover Symmetry. We’re back with part 2 o...
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Heal Like a Superhero Part 1: Exercise For Injury Rehab
Exercise, Nutrition, & Supplement Strategies for Getting Past Injury Written by Matt Unthank, M.S., CSCS Director of Training at Crossover Symmetry. Injuries are devastati...
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How to Wrap A Sprained Ankle
An ankle sprain is one of the most common sports injuries out there. Knowing the proper way to wrap an ankle is not as common. Here's a quick explainer inforgraphic: Origi...
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Your Go-To Warm Up Routine
Want to make sure you're ready for a workout, but never know how to warm your body up properly? Here's an easy and efficient warm up to get your workout started on the right foo...
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How HMB Helps Build Strength and Power in Athletes
Increasing strength and power takes time and dedication, yet it's widely seen as the difference between a good athlete and an excellent one. Luckily there are a few sports supp...
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4 Things to Look for When Choosing a Minimally-Processed Protein
If you’re someone who is focused on achieving their athletic goals and are also serious about nutrition, you know that whole foods are better than processed foods. You probably ...
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Could dairy (and specifically lactose) be Inhibiting Your Athletic Performance?
My mom always told me dairy was healthy, that I needed the calcium from milk to keep my bones strong. But now I hear Tom Brady ditched dairy and it improved his performance. Wha...
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