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Triathlete Nutriton and Training

We reached out to our long-time friend & elite athlete, Todd Burns, to ask about his training and nutrition plans. Todd Burns started competing in triathlons back in 2013. At the time, swimming was his main sport and he competed in shorter triathlon races.
August 24, 2021
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The Difference Between Fermented vs Non-Fermented BCAAs

There are many products out there with less-than-ideal ingredients and side effects. This has led many consumers to question the differences between specific aspects of a given product, such as whether it’s made with non-GMO ingredients or what process was used to extract the compounds they provide.
July 14, 2021
Do Amino Acid Supplements Build Muscle?

Do Amino Acid Supplements Build Muscle?

Anytime someone chooses to spend an hour or more at the gym, it’s with a particular goal in mind. For some, the objective is a leaner build or healthier heart;...
January 27, 2021
What is the Best Supplement for Ironman Training?

What is the Best Supplement for Ironman Training?

Around the world, the Ironman Triathlon is heralded as one of the most challenging events a human being can endure, and for good reason. Competitors must endure more than two...
January 20, 2021
What Is the Best Recovery Supplement for Endurance Athletes?

What Is the Best Recovery Supplement for Endurance Athletes?

Staying competitive in an endurance sport requires dedication, not only to practicing and exercising but also to providing the body with everything it needs to stay in peak condition. To...
January 15, 2021
Is It OK to Take Amino Acids Every Day?

Is It OK to Take Amino Acids Every Day?

For people who work out daily, supplements can be a source of much-needed nutritional support that can help the body recover day-to-day and improve the results of exercise. Considering these...
July 13, 2020
What Are the Side Effects of Taking Amino Acid Supplements?

What Are the Side Effects of Taking Amino Acid Supplements?

As they rapidly grow in popularity, amino acid supplements have drawn the attention of everyone from professional athletes to casual fitness fans. These supplements offer a wealth of benefits; some...
March 18, 2020
Amino Acid Supplementation in Youth

Amino Acid Supplementation in Youth

Amino acids are building blocks for proteins that are part of every cell, tissue, and organ in your body. There are 20 amino acids, 9 of which are essential because...
November 18, 2019
How Does An Olympic Karateka Train?

How Does An Olympic Karateka Train?

Olympic Karateka: Gakuji Tozaki My name is Gakuji Tozaki. I am 28 years old, and I participate in the Traditional Japanese Karate-Do for Team USA. I am currently training for...
November 04, 2019
Why Take Amino Acids After Your Workout?

Why Take Amino Acids After Your Workout?

Amino acids, BCAAs in particular, have benefits for before or during your workout, and after as well. The time immediately following exercise is ideal for triggering muscle synthesis, preventing muscle...
October 21, 2019
Why You Shouldn't Workout To Be Sore

Why You Shouldn't Workout To Be Sore

Why Does Muscle Soreness Hurt So Good? There is a chemical called dopamine, a neurotransmitter that plays a role in pleasure and happiness, that is released when we exercise (7)....
October 07, 2019
How Are Amino Acids Made?

How Are Amino Acids Made?

What Are Amino Acids? Amino acids are the building blocks of protein and are essential to life. We need them to make the proteins that give structure and function to...
September 23, 2019