Sports Nutrition Articles - Bodybuilding Weight Training & Fitness

Consumers are becoming savvier with what they’re putting in their bodies and with the higher demand there are increasing numbers of people leaning towards the direction of natural, healthy and organic

Most serious trainers realise that proper recovery is critical for health and fitness. Having proper rest allows your body’s system to adapt to the stresses of training and hopefully you become strong

Natural Flavours is a common term you find in many products but it is not a term that all are familiar with. Product developers today almost need to be experienced or trained in the nutritional proper

Given that most of us live a busy life and are constantly surrounded by a fast-paced environment, we are all looking for convenient and easy solutions to help us lose weight and stay healthy...

Vegans should aim for a calorie surplus whereby your calorie intake exceeds the number of calories you use in a day. Weight gain is mostly a matter of calorie expenditure vs. intake...

Many follow the guidelines of how to achieve the ultimate lean look but for some people they still cannot achieve their desired goal. Many may assume that it is fat, but it may just be excess water...

Fasting diets have become increasingly popular over the last few years as a quick way to support fat and weight loss. Still others are taking on these diets as a way to live longer and boost...

Genetic testing for fitness, building muscle, performance, fat burning and weight management. It sounds like science fiction, but these days, you can find out how your DNA might just affect how you...

Learn about the myths in supplement advertising. A comprehensive article explaining the tricks & myths used by disreputable advertisers who target & market to unsuspecting male & female consumers...

In what is considered one of the most significant food labelling changes in the past two decades, ‘Nutrition Facts’ panels on all US food products will now be required to include the amount of...

Lactose intolerance is one of the most common food intolerances known. Producing distention and gas in the small intestine, lactose intolerance is also one of the most widely accepted types of...

Finding it hard to meet your fitness goals? The problem might lie in your own habits which might be affecting your ability to succeed. We take a look at 5 of the biggest exercise personas and how...

Sports scientists and researchers are experts when it comes to glycogen use in endurance athletes such as cyclists and runners. But they know relatively little when it comes to team sports,...

Some things are common sense. Like the notion of getting a good night’s sleep before an event. Not drinking after a workout would seemingly be another common sense practice. But the great thing...

Getting your abs to show is probably the holy grail for a lot of trainers out there. One of the most common complaints though during the quest for abs is that the lower abdominal muscles are always...

Does gluten make you fat or gain weight? We take a look at what exactly gluten is, the difference between gluten intolerance, coeliac disease and gluten sensitivity as well as the gluten free diets...

What happens to lean body mass when cutting calories by 40% ramp up protein intake and exercise a lot? That’s the question researchers from McMaster University in Canada were trying to answer is...

Beef protein has enjoyed a resurgence in popularity in recent times and the latest findings of a study published in the Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition will do nothing to...

The science of hydration has evolved considerably and quite dramatically in the last decade or so. When it comes to hydration, most people consider it an important aspect of exercise and...

What are some of the biggest food and ingredient trends in the health and supplements industry? We take a look at emerging new health foods and what you can expect to see in some of your meals and...

What's it like to build muscle over 40? We take a look at factors affecting muscle growth as you age and provide tips on how to be building muscle when you're over 40. Focusing on weight training...

As you age, building muscle becomes much harder for a variety of reasons. These range from ageing related biological and physiological changes to your body, environmental changes such as the...

Certified gluten-free protein supplements are increasingly popular nowadays to the extent that one has to wonder if there has been a dramatic increase in the incidence of celiac disease. However,...

Have you ever tried to lose weight and failed? Perhaps you've decided to reduce your body fat percentage this year? Well pay close attention, because we're going to look at the top reasons why...

A new study has sought to provide assurance that a very high protein intake (i.e. >3g/kg/day) in individuals undergoing regular resistance exercise is safe. What makes the study particularly...

A study of competitive triathletes has provided the first concrete evidence of performance improvement when using a periodised carbohydrate intake pattern called ‘"Sleep Low". In a nutshell the...

What if people’s blood sugar response to a meal was more influenced by the individuals genetics and microbiota (i.e. collective mass of microorganisms in the gut) than the food itself. Moreover,...

When it comes to formulating weight loss diets, one of the first things to go are fizzy drinks (or Sodas - as the Americans like to call them). These are most commonly replaced by so called ‘diet...

There’s been a lot of anecdotal evidence that adopting a low carb high fat (LCHF) diet might help improve athletic performance and general health. But up until now, there has been very little evidenc

What happens to the health of obese teenagers if you simply reduce the amount of sugar and fructose in their diet and replace it with starch, while keeping total caloric intake stable? The...

A novel new study has confirmed that a higher protein breakfast in kids (aged 8-12 years) offers benefits in terms of increased energy expenditure, fat oxidation, reduced hunger and increased...

23 teaspoons of sugar a day…that’s the average consumption level for US children ranging in age from 2 to 18. And depending on which reports you believe, this is less than what the average...

Supplements aren’t cheap. Picking the right type of supplements to use whilst on a budget can often be a lengthy and dizzying process in which you have to start weighing up the pros and cons of...

Ask most exercise scientists today whether the body burns any appreciable amount of fat during high intensity exercise and most will tell you it’s next to nothing. But a study just released is set to

The flavour industry is one of the most dynamic, progressive trade areas in the world. This makes sense considering flavour development governs pretty much most of what we eat. From food to...

Everyone experiences training problems every so often. And just like Hollywood movies these days, nothing is really original anymore. The majority of issues that people experience while they train...

Do you ever have one of those days where you hit the gym and you try lifting the weights that you normally do, but just can’t? For some reason, your strength levels are off, your stamina is off and...

Exercise-associated hyponatremia (EAH) is a condition defined by very low plasma sodium levels; caused principally by ingesting too much fluid. But who is to blame for the increased incidence of EAH?

“Saturated fats are not associated with all cause mortality, cardiovascular disease, coronary heart disease, ischemic stroke, or type 2 diabetes”. That’s the bold and somewhat startling...

Biohacking also known as wetware hacking is an umbrella term for a movement which is based around the idea of engaging biology with the ‘hacker’ ethic. When you hear the word ‘hacker’, most people...

Achieving your best body ever is hard work. And for every genetically gifted individual with a perfect physique, there’s 1000 other trainers who try just as hard and still come up short. Unlike...

The demand for protein is growing around the world fuelled by growing economies and a growing passion and focus on health. In fact, increased consumption of higher protein food sources such as meat...

Ramadan fasting, one of the five pillars of Islam occurs during the 9th lunar month of the Islamic calendar1. Throughout this holy month, Muslims are allowed to eat and drink only between the...

Fitness and health related products and food items are exploding onto the market. While those products are touting health benefits and ‘good for you’ claims, they’re secretly making you fat and lazy..

Whey protein has come a long way since it was first discovered more than 5000 years ago. From a revered ingredient to an unwanted by-product to a prized and priceless commodity, whey protein...

Trying to overhaul an individual’s entire diet can often be an arduous task. Sometimes a more achievable aim is to modify a particular component of the diet, such as sugar or protein intake, or...

We all know that protein is the best macro for any bodybuilder, trainer and athlete. It’s vital for helping us build muscle, lose fat, stay lean, improve recovery and support performance. Studies...

Two decades ago, we used to laud carbs, demonise fat, and nobody except for serious athletes and bodybuilders really gave a second thought to protein. How times have changed. Protein is, of course,...

When it comes to studying the effects of micronutrients on health and disease, much of the research centres on the effects of a mineral or vitamin when given to individuals with an existing/known...

As of Monday 20th May 2015, Australian’s have a new updated food pyramid on which to guide their food selection and consumption. Issued by Nutrition Australia; the nation’s peak community...