Elite Nutrition: Research, Tips & Insights from our Nutrition Experts

Nutrition

Ask the Expert: Beachbody Performance Has 645 mg of Sodium! Isn’t That High?

By Denis Faye, M.S.; June 16, 2017

The Short Answer: The CDC’s Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend that the average person consume about 2,300 mg of sodium (salt) per day. But if...

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The Science Behind Hydrate

By Mike Scarr; September 11, 2018

Simply put, hydration has a massive impact on athletic performance, so the obvious solution is to drink more water, right? Maybe not. In day-to-day situations,...

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Caffeine and Its Effects on Exercise Performance

By Ben Sullivan; October 17, 2016

It’s the end of a long and trying workday. You want couch, and plenty of it. But on the way home you knock back a...

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Three Ingredients to Look for in a Pre-Workout Drink

By Mike Scarr; January 23, 2018

There are a million excuses not to exercise, but nothing beats the old chestnut, “I just don’t feel like it.” That’s the one Energize tackles...

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4 Plant-Based Nutrients That Can Ease Muscle Soreness

By Dr. Nima Alamdari; November 10, 2017

Whether it’s a consequence of a tough race, a long distance run, heavy resistance training, or taking on P90X, sooner or later we all have...

Nutrition

Beachbody Performance: 5 Supplements That Could Transform Your Workouts

By Denis Faye, M.S.; February 19, 2019

Find out how Energize, Hydrate, Recover, Recharge, and Creatine — also known as the Beachbody Performance Line — can take your workouts to the next...

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Could Tart Cherries Prevent Post-Run Respiratory Discomfort?

By Hannah Rex; October 17, 2016

Enjoy going for a long run, but find it can produce a wheeze now and then? Consider reaching for cherry juice before your workout. The...

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How Carbs Can Help You Get the Most Out of Your Workout

By Mike Scarr; October 17, 2016

Contrary to popular belief, carbs are not the enemy. In fact, if you’re looking to improve your athletic performance, they’re a potent ally. Along with...

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How to Pick the Best Sports Drink

By Denis Faye, M.S.; June 2, 2017

When it comes to hydrating for performance, there’s a lot more to it than picking the grooviest looking tub or grabbing the bottle that your...

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Understanding the Difference Between Whey, Pea, and Casein Protein

By Ben Sullivan; October 17, 2016

When it comes to nutritional supplements, protein powders offer one of the biggest bangs for your buck. Plenty of research validates the positive role they...

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The Effect of Dietary Protein on Your Muscles

By Micah Elconin; October 17, 2016

It’s fairly common knowledge these days that protein is “good” for one’s muscles. However, most folks don’t really understand what it is that dietary protein...

Fitness

How Dehydration Can Hurt Your Workout Results

By Denis Faye, M.S.; December 21, 2017

Did you know that proper dehydration can have a huge impact on athletic performance and that fluid replacement can dial up your workouts—and your results?

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Ask the Expert: How Can I Improve My Cholesterol?

By Denis Faye, M.S.; January 15, 2019

The truth is, cholesterol isn’t a bad thing. This fat (or lipid) plays a number of crucial roles in the body, including forming cell membranes;...

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5 Foods to Improve Your Athletic Performance

By Dr. Nima Alamdari; June 2, 2017

Smart supplementation can go a long way toward boosting performance and recovery. But before you reach for powders and pills, there’s another secret weapon you...

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Ask the Expert: What Are Probiotics and Why Do You Need Them?

By Denis Faye, M.S.; November 13, 2017

The short answer: Your gut is filled with bacteria, good and bad. Good bacteria aids digestion, boosts immunity, and combats a number of gut-related illnesses....

Fitness

5 Reasons to Avoid Steroids

By Dave Slagle; October 29, 2018

The release of Body Beast has many of us thinking big — literally. And that vision can’t possibly be conjured in this day and age...

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New Cholesterol Guidelines

By Denis Faye, M.S.; October 17, 2016

Because apparently Americans aren’t taking enough pharmaceuticals, new cardiovascular prevention guidelines by the American Heart Association and American College of Cardiology feature a sharp increase...