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Nutrition

Coming in February: Put Some PUNCH in Your Energize

By Lili Ladaga; October 8, 2018

Pop quiz: What’s better than Beachbody Performance Energize? Answer: Beachbody Performance Energize in TWO flavors! Yes, Energize Fruit Punch is coming in early 2019 —...

Nutrition

You Asked, We Delivered: Energize Stick Packs Coming Soon!

By Lili Ladaga; October 8, 2018

Great news, Beachbody Performance Energize fans: Starting December 4, 2018, your favorite pre-workout supplement will be available in stick packs for the first time ever!...

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 9, 2018

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; February 9, 2017

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 26, 2017

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!

Nutrition

Protected: Beachbody Performance: 5 Supplements That Could Transform Your Workouts

By Denis Faye, M.S.; October 26, 2018

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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...