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Time-Restricted Eating’s Real Payoff, Why Bedtime Consistency Matters, and What Makes an Electrolyte Drink Work
This week's Research Update looks at whether time-restricted eating can trim body fat without costing performance, why an inconsistent bedtime may hit recovery hardest after your toughest training days, and what actually makes an electrolyte drink absorb better than plain water.
How Much Fitness Do You Actually Lose in the Off-Season?
Your season is done. Here's what the research says happens when you stop, and how to rest without starting from scratch.
The Real Science Behind Runner's High, Caffeine's Sleep Trade-Off, and Cramping at Long Distances
This week’s Research Update looks at what really causes runner’s high, how caffeine can help performance while hurting sleep, and why long-distance cramps may have less to do wi...
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Research Update: Can caffeine or beet juice increase strength? What will 1 year of whey do for you?
A focus in strength supplements this week as data is published on caffeine, beet juice and whey protein. Here are the findings: Will taking caffeine improve your strength tra...
Nothing is Possible, Until You Do It - Cole Bernier - Athlete of the Month
Cole's journey can be aptly summarized by his own words, "Nothing is possible until you do it." His story is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit, from his days in...
Caffeine Gum for Performance, Does Cold Water Immersion Work and the Nutritional Risk of Being a Vegan Athlete
Hello athletes! Here's your latest Blonyx research round up. All research was published in the last few weeks: 1. Chewing caffeine gum 15 mins prior to training impro...
Athlete of the Month September 2023 - Jason Marchand
Jason is a local hero to us at Blonyx. He has dedicated his life to helping kids not only as a local pediatric nurse, but globally, spending time in war torn countries helping t...
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...
Blonyx becomes the Official Sports Nutrition Supplement Partner of BC Rugby
Vancouver, BC - BC Rugby is proud to announce Blonyx as its Official Sports Nutrition Supplement Partner. The new multi-year partnership will see BC Rugby and BC-based Blonyx p...
Do athletes really need a multivitamin/mineral supplement to perform at their best?
Shortcut: The answer is yes, but probably only as an insurance policy… Vitamins and minerals (micronutrients) are essential for just about all aspects of muscle metabolism, d...
Contaminants found in 134 different protein powder products.
In 2018 The Clean Label Project conducted a study testing various types of protein power. The below infographic shows the results. Egg-based protein powders like our Egg White ...
Jenna Nestman: Unbreakable
Jenna’s Favourite Blonyx Product’s: Beta Alanine and HMB+ Creatine Although Jenna is no stranger to hard work, Jenna is relatively new to cycling. However, that doesn’t stop h...
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...
What You Lose In Sweat (and How to Prevent it Impacting Your Performance)
Key takeaways Sweat contains water and electrolytes - especially salt (sodium chloride). It also contains protein, fat, urea, uric acid and ammonia. Sports drinks focus on r...
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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