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Complete Guide to Collagen: Benefits, Sources, and How to Use It Daily
In this expert article, you'll learn what collagen is, why it's essential, how much to take daily, and where to find collagen and collagen-boosting foods in your supermarket for men and women
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25 Lessons After 25 Years of Training
In this article, you'll learn 25 valuable lessons on training, nutrition, and recovery to help you become your best self. These tips are backed by science and over 25 years of experience.
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3 Proven Benefits Of EAA Supplementation
EAAs play a pivotal role in more than just your health. In this article you'll learn the benefits of EAAs, why you need them, and how they play a fundamental role in athletic performance.
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Eating on the run can be difficult for a dedicated bodybuilder. Learn which fast food meals are the best, and which fast food restaurants you should avoid.
Steven Cao takes us through the drive thru at Pollo Tropical and Dunkin' Donuts to show us how to eat clean when on the go and in need of food for fuel.
Is your diet stuck in the past? If you're ready to see big results, it's time to adopt the new commandments of modern nutrition.
Meal #6: A Tuna Wrap with Hummus and Spinach. Tuna is rich in protein and cheap and great for building lean muscle. Include hummus for a tasty boost of healthy fats!
IFBB Pro and Nutrex Research Athlete, Errol Moore, takes us to Oh My Burger to get one of their award-winning burgers for his cheat meal.
Concerned about your testosterone levels dropping as you age? These 13 foods are scientifically proven to aid in testosterone production and maintenance.
Learn how to eat based on your training time. This article provides complete meal plan examples for the early morning trainer, the midday lifter and the night owl.
Learn how to "lean bulk" - gain muscle mass without gaining fat. Let's set the record straight, bulking for extended periods is not a good idea!
In our first episode of "What's for Lunch", we join 4 time World's Strongest Man Brian Shaw in his kitchen as he cooks some bison, rice, and carrots.
If you're only focused on the post-workout anabolic window, you could be missing out. Learn how to optimize your pre-workout nutrition for maximum growth.
Kurt's recipe for healthy burritos; an example of what Kurt would enjoy as break in his nutritional routine. They still pack a mean nutritional punch!
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In this episode of What Pro Bodybuilders Eat for Dinner Redcon1 athlete and IFBB Pro, Antoine Vaillant, shows us what he eats... for dinner!
What is the Glycemic Index? Is it useful for lifters? Or is it an outdated resource? Read this article to learn the answer to those questions and more!
Pack on muscle mass without adding unwanted fat. This feature provides three specific eating plans for "skinny guy" trainees who have a hard time gaining weight.
Stagger your alories and help your body lose fat and gain muscle at the same time. A zig zag diet approach is a proven and effective way to avoid ruts.
Kaged Muscle athlete & IFBB Pro, Fouad Abiad, shows us how he eats to grow during the off-season. Join along as he cooks up some of his favorite bulking meals.
Quit overthinking lunch and try these 7 easy recipes that were designed to deliver a whopping dose of protein while still pleasing your taste buds.
Kurt Weidner shares his recipe for healthy egg white oats and blueberry muffins. This nutritious recipe is quick and can be easily changed to meet needs.
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IFBB Pros and Redcon1 athletes, Antoine Vaillant and Quinton Eriya, join us for an episode of What Pro Bodybuilders Eat at Restaurants.
Trying to eat healthier but have no clue where to begin in the grocery store? Take this blueprint from Kris Gethin & get started down the path to success!
Summer's done and it's time to pack on mass. This hardcore diet and supplement plan will get you headed in the right direction.
Does dieting stress out the body enough to cause a rise in cortisol levels? Or is it the stress of being at a lower body fat percentage? Read on and learn more.
Bulking might not be the best plan if you resemble the Michelin man or you're giving Santa a run for his job this year...
NPC Fitness competitor & trainer Nichole Ohrablo talks about great vegan protein sources in part 1 of a 3 part series. Today she discusses beans and greens!
In this video, we hang out with IFBB Pro and MHP athlete, Victor Martinez, in his hotel room as he orders breakfast through the hotel's room service.
Who doesn't love enjoying a sweet, refreshing pint of ice cream during summer? Find out which ice cream options are best to help you crush your goals!
This complete guide explores the benefits and dosages of D-Aspartic Acid supplements. Learn about DAA and how it can help you reach your goals.
The Spike Diet allows you to keep your metabolism up while cutting fat by allowing for "Spike", or higher calorie eating days.
4x World's Strongest Man & Redcon1 Athlete, Brian Shaw, joins the Muscle & Strength Breakfast Club in this month's episode of "What Pros Eat for Breakfast".
Think you can just cut carbs, go into ketosis, and get shredded? Wrong. Learn the science behind ketogenic diets and why they might not help you reach your goals.
Nichole Ohrablo talks about great vegan protein sources in part 3 of a 3 part series. Nichole wraps up the series with more excellent choices!
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IFBB Pro and Nutrex Research athlete, Errol Moore, shows us what he typically shops for when he makes his weekly trips to the grocery store.
Team ALLMAX athlete Steve Kuclo takes us through another one of his time efficient bodybuilding breakfast options used during his 2017 offseason.
Post-workout Pop-tarts, egg whites and stoking the metabolism. The world of muscle building nutrition has some odd habits. Find out which are legit, and which might be a waste of time.
Natural bodybuilder Sean Sullivan takes a look at pre-contest dieting, and presents information on an alternative dieting approach.
IFBB Pro & Kaged Muscle athlete, Fouad Abiad, invites us into his kitchen for this episode of "What's for Lunch?". Check out what the pro eats for this meal!
Whether you avoided these on purpose or just didn't know they existed, it's time to branch out and try these 5 healthy fat sources.
NPC Fitness competitor & trainer Nichole Ohrablo brings you her delicious recipe for vegan gluten-free cupcakes. Additionally, they are high in protein.
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In this video, we follow MHP athlete, Akim Williams, through a full day of eating. Akim in this video is just 6 weeks out from the Arnold Classic 2020.
Need a little extra help to get you to your ultimate fat loss goal? Check out these 5 tips and diet strategies and shred those last couple of pounds!
We follow Whitney Reid as he drops his bodyfat from 12% to 6% in just 8 weeks to get ready for a photo shoot! Each video in this 8 part series will detail Whitney's diet plan, training and supplements.
Angelique Millis gives you great advice on how to battle your cravings for cheesey, crunchy, sweet, spicy, sour, salty and chewy foods.
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Team ALLMAX athlete, Steve Kuclo, gives us a tour of his local Costco while explaining the food groups he likes to pick up and eat on a regular basis.
Burned out on boiled potatoes and brown rice? Mix it up with these 10 unusual carbohydrates. Full macros and serving suggestions included!
Trainer Nichole Ohrablo brings you her delicious recipe for a highly nutritious green juice! Also, check out what she makes with the leftovers.
In this video, IFBB Classic Physique Pro Steve Laureus takes us with him for his biweekly shopping trip. See exactly what he gets!
Ever wonder if you were putting yourself at risk for heart disease by eating fat? Let's take a look at what the science says about fat consumption risks!
We follow Whitney Reid as he drops his bodyfat from 12% to 6% in just 8 weeks to get ready for a photo shoot! Each video in this 8 part series will detail Whitney's diet plan, training and supplements.
Matt's blood is boiling. Find out why, as he explains how the food pyramid is making America fatter year by year.
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We welcome GASP athlete, Johnnie O. Jackson into the Muscle & Strength "Breakfast Club" in today's episode of "What's for Breakfast?!" Watch and enjoy!
