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Nutrition

INSANITY vs. INSANITY MAX:30

By Trevor Thieme, C.S.C.S.; March 13, 2019

At first glance, Beachbody On Demand’s INSANITY and INSANITY MAX:30 look strikingly similar. They’re each the brainchild of Beachbody Super Trainer Shaun T, the workouts are rooted...

Nutrition

Why Beachbody Super Trainers Love Energize

By Lili Ladaga; February 19, 2019

So, you’re working out, eating right, and getting some results. But for some reason, you can’t seem to take your fitness to the next level...

Nutrition

Put Some (Fruit) PUNCH in Your Energize

By Lili Ladaga; January 29, 2020

Pop quiz: What’s better than Beachbody Performance Energize? Answer: Beachbody Performance Energize in TWO flavors! Yes, Energize Fruit Punch is now available — you can enjoy...

Nutrition

Beachbody Performance Energize Stick Packs

By Lili Ladaga; January 29, 2020

Great news, Beachbody Performance Energize fans: Your favorite pre-workout supplement is now available in stick packs! And it gets even better: Instead of the trial-size...

Nutrition

How to Build Muscle on a Vegetarian Diet

By Kieran Alger; August 9, 2018

If you’re looking to build muscle, you’ll find plenty of info out there extolling the virtues of lean meats and fish. But what if you’re...

Nutrition

Meal Timing: Does it Matter When You Eat?

By Grant Stoddard; August 21, 2019

When it comes to healthy eating, you’ve likely heard far more about what and how much to eat versus when to eat. It makes sense: Most experts...

Nutrition

What to Eat Before Your Afternoon Workout

By Jon Small; October 27, 2017

It’s 5 p.m. — time to clock out and get ready to work out. But lunch was hours ago, and now you’re zombie-level starving. So,...

Nutrition

How Beachbody Performance Can Help You Hit Your Weightlifting Goals

By Catherine Mikus, Ph.D.; February 12, 2018

If your goal is to get stronger or gain muscle, resistance training is key. Why? Because resistance exercise challenges your muscles, and when muscles are...

Nutrition

Tips to Recover Faster from Exercise on a Vegan Diet

By Kristina LaRue, R.D.N., C.S.S.D.; October 23, 2018

So you’re a plant-based athlete? Are you sure you’re getting enough protein? (I kid!) This is the number one question vegans and vegetarians are asked by their...

Nutrition

Are Bananas Really a Great Recovery Food?

By Marygrace Taylor; August 8, 2017

There are plenty of reasons why everyone eats bananas to recover after a workout. They come with a built-in wrapper, they’re inexpensive, you can eat...

Nutrition

Should You Eat Differently When You’re Injured?

By Matt Fitzgerald; June 14, 2017

Runner’s knee. Swimmer’s shoulder. Tennis elbow. It sucks when the very thing you do to stay fit causes an injury that sidelines you for a...

Fitness

How to Get Rid of Muscle Cramps With Pickle Juice

By Meagan Morris; June 8, 2017

“What. Is. That?” A few weeks ago I ran into a friend on a nearby trail and as we talked he took a long swig...

Nutrition

The Ultimate Guide to Protein Powders

By Beachbody; January 15, 2019

Supplementing your exercise program with appropriately-timed protein consumption is a good idea. Here’s what you need to know about protein powders.

Nutrition

4 Telltale Signs of Dehydration

By Rebecca Pardess; October 12, 2017

If you plan on exercising intensely this summer, you may modify your workouts according to the temperature in your workout space and your fitness level,...

Nutrition

The New Rules of Protein Timing

By Trevor Thieme, C.S.C.S.; October 3, 2017

Most people have heard that the optimal "protein window" is no more than an hour after a workout. But new studies suggest that you can...

Nutrition

Should Women Take Creatine?

By Julie Stewart; January 15, 2019

Forget what you’ve heard around the dumbbell rack. We tapped one of the top minds in fitness to find out once and for all whether...

Nutrition

Should Athletes Eat More Carbs to Sleep Better?

By Denis Faye, M.S.; January 3, 2017

A recent study lauding the benefits of increased carbohydrate consumption during intense training lit up the fitness world. But before you believe the hype, take...

Nutrition

How the Beachbody Performance Line Fits Into Your Meal Prep

By Beachbody; October 18, 2016

See how our Social Media Manager and meal-prep guru Amanda Meixner combined the Beachbody Performance Line with her regular meal prep. Grocery list included!