By Gabe Sanders PhD, NSCA-CSCS Studies agree that eating enough protein each day and taking a vitamin D supplement can slow the loss of muscle mass over time.
Preserve your muscle with protein, leucine, and vitamin-D
By Gabe Sanders PhD, NSCA-CSCS A recent study found that consuming a high protein, leucine, and vitamin-D diet can help you increase your strength and functional movement and still lose body fat.
Protein? Eating more protein may help reduce cholesterol levels
By Gabe Sanders PhD, NSCA-CSCS A recent study compared how large amounts of daily protein or a small amount of daily protein influenced dietary habits and blood profile recordings like cholesterol and triacylglycerol levels in overweight and obese adults.
How much protein do I need?
By Gabe Sanders PhD, NSCA-CSCS The problem with eating a large amount protein in one sitting is that your body will only absorb and use a certain amount of that protein consumed; the rest of the calories from the protein will be stored as fat.
Training for a Long Distance Race? Here are some easy nutrition tips to follow
By Brandon Pollock PhD, ACSM-EP-C When I am training, I like to remember what my Dad told me; “Anything in excess is bad”. Try to get a good balance from all food groups and keep all things in moderation.