Nutrition and training are potent tools to lose fat and gain muscle, but is it possible to use them to lose fat and gain muscle at the same time? Table of contents: What is body recomposition? Nutrition and body recomposition Non-nutrition factors that influence body composition Training Stress Sleep Who can recomp? Steps to set […]
We know that building and maintaining muscle mass takes energy, but does it matter where this energy comes from? And what time we have it? Table of contents Protein Carbs Fats Does it matter when I have my energy intake? Your 5 must haves for your muscle mass meal plan Take aways Protein A review […]
On a quest to find that sweet spot of calories that means you optimise muscle gains relative to fat stores? Energy needs are dynamic and adaptive – so it’s not straight forward! Table of contents Can you build muscle in a calorie deficit? Does eating more calories help to build muscle? What is the ideal […]
Having a plan to meet your goals is widely accepted, but the importance of a schedule is often overlooked. Table of contents Why a schedule can be helpful How a meal schedule can be helpful How a training schedule can be helpful Take aways Why a schedule can be helpful? A plan provides the framework […]
Creatine is one of the most popular supplements used in the sports industry. Table of contents What is creatine? Why supplement? Potential benefits from supplementation Who should use it? How to take it? Possible side effects What are the best forms of creatine? Take aways What is creatine? Creatine is an amino acid mainly found […]
How much protein can you utilise at once? And is it okay to eat all of your protein in one sitting? Table of contents: Debunking misconceptions What quantity of protein maximises MPS What does the research say on protein distribution and mass gains? So does protein distribution matter? How much protein per meal? Other factors […]
So you have been nailing your diet and training consistently but want to level up your performance? This is where when you eat can make a tangible difference. As usual, some science is included, but feel free to skip to the sections that you want. Table of contents: Debunking the myths Popular claims made around […]
Table of contents: What does protein do? Daily protein intake Benefits of protein Should I take a protein supplement? Take aways What does protein do? Protein is one of the 4 macronutrients that once digested, is broken down into subunits called amino acids. Protein has a structural role – for example, to make cells, tissues, […]