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9 Best Pre-Workout Supplement Alternatives: Get Jacked Without the Powder

Vidur Saini — Sun, 19 Mar 2023 06:40:30 +0000

Have you ever entered a gym feeling like you own the place, walked past the dumbbell rack and noticed the iron tremble in fear, and turned on the treadmill only to realize you’ve already done your target calories? If you’re nodding your head, chances are you are a pre-workout supplement connoisseur. When used correctly, pre-workouts […]

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Does Pre-Workout Make You Poop? — Explained

Vidur Saini — Tue, 24 Jan 2023 07:19:41 +0000

Pre-workouts are one of the most popular supplements. They can turn a polite and feeble Bruce Banner into the Incredible Hulk, ready to smash weights in the gym. Pre-workout supps, however, have a dark side that most people avoid discussing. Pre-workout supplements inspire bowel movements. Many people are uncomfortable talking about the number two issue […]

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Creatine Powder vs. Pills — Which Should You Get?

Vidur Saini — Sat, 21 Jan 2023 07:00:10 +0000

We live in challenging times where the paradox of choice has besieged us. Enter a supplement store, and you’ll see the same supplements in different forms: powder, pill, tablet, gummies, and liquid. Since we demand the best bang for our buck, we want to ensure we go with the best option. The choice, however, isn’t […]

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Does Creatine Expire? (The Ultimate Guide)

Vidur Saini — Tue, 17 Jan 2023 06:56:05 +0000

Many elite athletes swear by creatine. On the flip side, some advise avoiding being within a 200-meter radius of the supplement. Scientific research, however, has given the supplement the green light. Creatine is popular among strength sports athletes and fitness enthusiasts. It can help build muscle mass, boost energy, shorten recovery time between sets, and […]

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Is a Pre-Workout Supplement Bad For Your Heart Health?

Vidur Saini — Sun, 11 Dec 2022 06:06:39 +0000

If you are a serious lifter, you probably have pre-training rituals without which you do not enter the gym. Pre-workout supplements are a mainstay in most of these pre-training routines. However, pre-workout supps routinely find themselves in hot water for their alleged heart-related side effects. Many people believe pre-workouts can cause blood vessel spasms, fast […]

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Does MCT Oil Break an Intermittent Fast?

Dr. Rashmi Byakodi — Wed, 30 Nov 2022 06:07:16 +0000

There is an ongoing debate in health circles about the role of MCT oil and whether it can break a fast. There are some calories in MCT oil, but they are absorbed differently compared to other fats. Many health-conscious people use MCT oil to help keep them satiated during fasting. MCT oil does not stimulate […]

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How Long Does Creatine Stay in Your System—Explained

Dr. Rashmi Byakodi — Sat, 01 Oct 2022 17:55:23 +0000

There’s much discussion around creatine supplementation, its impact, and the duration it stays in your body. Creatine is an amino acid derivative created in your cells. It is also consumed as a supplement. If you are using a creatine supplement and have concerns about how long it stays in your body after you stop using […]

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Does Creatine Supplementation Cause Acne — Debunking Myths

Dr. Rashmi Byakodi — Sun, 25 Sep 2022 05:30:58 +0000

Supplements can be a great way to ensure you get the nutrients your body needs, especially if your diet lacks certain foods. Creatine is one supplement that can provide fantastic health benefits when taken in the appropriate dosage and combined with the proper fitness routine and a healthy lifestyle. However, there have been a lot […]

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Creatine and Its Impact on Bodyweight

Dr. Rashmi Byakodi — Wed, 21 Sep 2022 05:30:26 +0000

Creatine is a popular sports nutrition supplement and a hit amongst bodybuilders. It is considered an ergogenic—performance-enhancing—supp. Creatine can be produced naturally in the liver and can be obtained from the diet. Creatine can help with energy production during brief and high-intensity exercises such as weightlifting or sprinting. Studies reveal that creatine can enhance muscle […]

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Natural Alternative To Pre-Workout (4 Delicious Recipes Included)

Vidur Saini — Fri, 09 Sep 2022 05:51:02 +0000

Your fitness results depend on how hard you push yourself in the gym. The more muscle fibers you engage, the better your muscle and strength gains will be. Plus, when you are on a deadline, every workout session matters. Let’s say you’re 20 weeks out of a bodybuilding show or a major life event for […]

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