Nutrition

Possibly the most underemphasized aspect of sports nutrition, hydration can make or break an athlete’s performance. While fuel depletion during exercise can impair performance, inadequate water not only impairs exercise capacity, but can create life threatening disturbances in fluid balances and core temperature. More...

Nutritional needs of the endurance athlete are aggressively studied and the days of the pre-marathon pasta dinner have been enhanced by a sophisticated understanding of how nutrients can improve long-duration performance. More...

De-bunk common nutrition myths. More...

With certifications, continuing education, and even university-based education, fitness professionals bring safe, science-based exercise programming to their clients and group class members. But what about dispensing nutrition advice? More...

Annual sales of supplements in the United States are estimated at $16 billion and an average of 1,000 new products are developed each year.(1) The lure of weight loss, improved performance, a sleeker physique, or better metal clarity is strong. More...

Some of the most frequently asked questions deal with high-protein and fat diets that brand carbohydrates as evil and the reason for the prevalence of obesity in our society today. Such diets are not new. More...

Give your clients a healthy meal make-over by learning their eating style and how to counteract bad habits! More...

Nutrition plays a key role in helping your client build muscle - try a few of these healthy and nutritious recipes! More...

With the summer sun beating down, athletes need to remain hydrated to perfom at their best. learn six tips to keep them healthy, safe and ready for action. More...

The nutrient category most athletes consider critical to muscle building is protein. Indeed, amino acids, the building blocks of protein, are critical to protein synthesis; however, the debate about how much protein and the timing of protein ingestion is vigorous. More...

People who choose to exclude meat and other animal derived foods from their diets are termed “vegetarians. More...

Could a loss of fluids be slowing your little athlete down? Did you know that not getting enough fluids, high humidity or environmental temperature can interfere with the body’s ability to maintain a normal temperature? More...

Beyond the many other obstacles facing our youth, poor diets and sedentary lives are promoting more than obesity. In fact, vitamin D deficiency is of concern. It has been found that in children, vitamin D deficiency causes rickets, a disease characterized by a failure of bone tissue to properly mineralize, resulting in soft bones and skeletal deformities. More...

In helping to develop a younger athlete, sometimes it is best to drive by the drive-thru and help the younger athlete develop healthier eating habits that can last a lifetime. After all, performance training, at any age, requires high-performance nutrition. More...

Experienced athletes generally have no trouble properly hydrating while exercising or training. More...

What you put in your stomach may go straight to your heart. Luckily, a heart-healthy diet is an easy one to follow — it’s not a diet at all. More...

Creatine has been placed on the top shelf of muscle building supplements based on numerous research studies about its efficacy in helping athletes and bodybuilders gain size. More...

Nutrition may play a greater role than has been previously acknowledged in preventing, or delaying the inevitable consequences of getting older. More...

"Please pass the carrots.” “More brown rice please.” “Hey can I have the last serving of broccoli?” While these expressions sound like the hopeful wishes of parents and public health authorities, the reality is that most American children are overfed and undernourished. More...

Catherine Ziegler is not new to the stress of life. Three years ago, the businesswoman was constantly traveling to cover her sales territory of 22 states. More...

How much do you know about your macronutrients? More...

Optimal athletic performance requires food and nutrient intake that is tailored to each athlete’s sport, training schedule and individual needs. More...

Whether used to build a foundation or boost a performance, athletes all over the world are turning to dietary supplements. The options for supplements are overwhelming — even to the most seasoned client. And, without the proper education, the world of supplements can be a dangerous one, as the industry is largely unregulated and not all products are safe. More...

The pregnant female’s increase in the demand for energy is equaled by the strong demand for more nutrients. More...

As Americans delve into fat-filled diets, their hearts are suffering the consequences. One unsuspecting food — olive oil — is proving to be a heart-healthy alternative to the bad fats we consume too much of. More...

Diets are as diverse as the clients who eat them. More...

Weight loss has never tasted so good! More...

In one school, a student walks through a lunch line carrying a tray loaded with pepperoni pizza, sloppy canned corn and syrupy mandarin oranges. A misshapen chocolate chip cookie tilts on the tray next to a container two-percent chocolate milk. More...

Digestion is a natural process occurring approximately every 24 hours, which allows for the consumption of food, absorption of nutrients and disposal of waste. More...

Approximately 1 in every 133 people is affected by Celiac disease, an autoimmune condition that prevents the small intestine from absorbing nutrients. More...

Caffeine is a natural substance that stimulates the central nervous system. More...

Does your client easily forget how to do the exericses you show them? Maybe they need a boost! Some nutrients can help restore brain function if they are originally depleted. But will they help you ace your certification test? More...

Vegetarians do not consume meat, while vegans do not eat or use any animal byproducts. Vegetarianism has been shown to promote a healthy lifestyle by lowering risk of obesity, heart disease and diabetes. More...

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Diabetes is a health condition in which the patient has high levels of blood sugar. Trainers should become educated of the diabetic diet to help guide their client through this consistent low-fat, low-calorie diet. More...

Overeating is a direct cause of weight gain, and your clients must control their appetite to avoid it. Low-energy-dense foods full of water, fiber and protein will keep clients filled with fewer calories. More...

Eating during the holidays, a time period now considered for some to span the calendar from Halloween to New Year's, can account for unwanted weight gain. More...

Empty calories make up a significant portion of the American diet without providing real substance and benefits. More...

Food logging is an effective tool to manage your client’s weight—one study showed it double weight loss efforts. More...

Eating is necessary to fuel exercise, but it’s important to time it correctly. More...

Healthy nutrition is composed of three macronutrients: carbohydrates, fats and proteins. More...

What your clients eat can affect their aging process. More...

Many of your clients may turn to detox diets to make up for lost time. More...

We constantly share assessment numbers with our clients in an effort to assist their progress toward their goals – but what do these numbers mean and why should our clients know them? More...