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Amino acids play a vital role in muscle building, fat loss, and overall fitness. In this article, we break down what they are, their effect on the body, and their benefits.
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Ultimate Workout Nutrition Guide: Part 2
Workout nutrition can be confusing. Learn about the role of protein quality and quantity, catbohydrates, fats and nutrient timing in this complete expert guide.
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5 Supplements that Actually Help with Fat Loss
Looking for some extra help in your fat loss efforts? You may want to consider some of these supplement options that are proven to help you lose fat!
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The Big Business Of Energy Drinks
Energy drinks are big business. You shouldn't always believe what you read on labels and some energy drinks might even do you harm.
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Should You Use a BCAA Supplement?
There's a lot of debate on whether or not BCAAs are necessary to help you reach your goals. Learn how you might benefit from supplementing with BCAAs.
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Steroids needle and vial
This article breaks the steroid side effects down, explaining how steroids affect different body parts. Thinking about taking steroids? Read this first.
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Is Creatine Monohydrate Still the King?
Which creatine supplement is currently the best option? This article explores the various forms of creatine and tells you if creatine monohydrate is still the way to go.
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5 Things to Look for in Your Whey Isolate
Considering purchasing a whey protein isolate? They come with a premium price tag, so you better be sure you know what to look for in an isolate product!
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Skinny Vs. Fat: How To Supplement For Your Body Type!
Team Scivation lays out exactly what supplements you need to help build that Greek-God-like physique you have always dreamed of.
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A Brief & Thorough Guide to Amino Acid Supplementation
If you're considering supplementing with amino acids, it's important you read this brief overview on how they can help with performance & what to look for.
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Supplement Like The Pros, Part 1: Top Supplements
Want to look like a pro bodybuilder? This article looks at the top supplements used by professional natural bodybuilders, and fitness and figure athletes.
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Citrulline Malate & L-Citrulline Guide: Benefits, Dosages & FAQ
This complete guide explores the benefits and dosages of L-citrulline supplements. Learn about citrulline and citrulline malate and how they can help you reach your goals.
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Should You Take a Whey Protein Isolate Post-Workout?
Maximize your post-workout nutrition by ensuring you get your protein from a quality protein source. Learn what makes Whey Isolate one of the best sources.
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Workout Supplements For High Intensity Exercise
High intensity exercise allows you to perform more work in a shorter amount of time. Learn how to maximize these workouts by choosing the right supplement ingredients.
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5 Reasons Why Athletes Should Take Probiotics
If you're an athlete or even a weekend warrior, you might want to learn the potential benefits athletes can experience by supplementing with probiotics.
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Antioxidants Supplements And Antioxidant Foods
Matt Weik takes a look at the purpose and benefits of antioxidant supplementation, and takes a look at common foods that are antioxidant rich.
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Whey Protein: The Most Frequently Asked Questions
Get the inside "scoop" on one of the most popular supplements on the market: whey protein. Learn what it is, how it benefits you, and if it can be used when lactose intolerant.
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Power up your pre-workout with citrulline malate, a key ingredient to improve your strength, reduce muscle soreness, and improve your overall performance in the gym.
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What The Heck Are You Taking?
Brad Borland presents a simple guide to what's in our supplements. Confused by odd sounding compounds? This article will clear things up.
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Seasonal Variations In Cow’s Milk & Whey Protein
Learn why differences in whey, including color caused by changes in a cow's seasonal diet and beta-carotene intake, are not indicative of overall protein quality.
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Boost your overall wellness with apple cider vinegar! Learn how ACV can help you ward off infection, boost digestion, improve weight loss, and increase energy.
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Fatigue Fighters -  6 Nutrients That Amplify Your Efforts
Tired of being tired? Try these six energy releasing supplements and amplify your workouts. Improved energy leads to better performance and gains.
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D-Aspartic Acid supplements powder pills
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.
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As an athlete, you're constantly striving to be better. Learn how supplementation with beta-alanine can improve endurance, increase power, and delay muscle fatigue.
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The Key Amino Acids, Minerals, And Antioxidants For Recovery
Dustin Elliott explores the important aspects of recovery and muscle hypertrophy, and explains the science behind Betancourt's Bullrush and Bullnox
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Betancourt Nutrition’s PUMP’D
Elliot Reimers provides the inside scoop on the science behind Betancourt Nutrition's hot new pre-workout Pump'D, which provides massive pumps through nitric oxide support.
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Power Muscle Burn Bulking Diet & Supplement Plan
Ready to grow? It's time to get your bulk on! Maximize the Power Muscle Burn training system by following this diet and supplementation plan.
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Complete Guide To Increasing Workout Recovery
Don't let proper workout recovery be an afterthought. This complete guide teaches you the benefits of proper sleep, nutrition, supplementation, meditation and more!
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It’s a simple yet fair assumption, that most men are mildly obsessed with testosterone boosters. But when it comes to testosterone supplements, the question is, do they really work?
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The Sporto Zone: Yohimbine HCl
Team Scivation Tommy Jeffers talks about the usage and benefits of the little known fat loss supplement Yohimbine HCl.
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Why You Need A Quality Multivitamin
Not all multivitamin products are the same. Dosages are often formulated for non-athletes, and the bioavailability of contained micronutrients is typically extremely low.
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Ashwagandha is growing in popularity and for good reason. In this article, you'll learn why it's beneficial for athletes and how it can improve your training.
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Glutamine And Creatine: Old Dogs Can Learn New Tricks
Dustin Elliott provides the inside scoop on creatine and glutamine, and talks about Betancourt Nutrition's Glutamine and Creatine Chewies.
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Support Anti-Aging & Fat Loss
Niagen allows you to improve cell function and energy performance by bolstering mitochondrial capacity. The result...Niagen functions as a potent anti-aging & fat burning super supplement.
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Intra-workout supplements can be beneficial to help maximize your performance. In this article you'll learn about their benefits, and what ingredients you need to power your performance.
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How To Shop For Creatine Supplements
Learn about the different types of creatine powders, pills, liquids and blends. Determine how much creatine is required to get the maximum energy benefits!
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How BPI's Whey Protein Is Made - Behind The Scenes
BPI Sports co-founder James Grage gives a behind-the-scenes look at how their Whey Protein is made, and the steps taken to ensure the quality of their products.
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Front shot of fit Swolverine female athlete holding a medicine ball in the gym.
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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Introducing Solar Synergy Energy Drink!
Introducing Solar Synergy energy drink! Find out what separates Solar Synergy from every other sports recovery drink and makes it unique.
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Supplements For Recovery
What are the best supplements for recovery? Fitness expert Alex Stewart looks at five crucial supplements that focus on recovering muscles for growth and development.
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Muscle Building Supplements For Hardgainers!
Maximize your hard work at the gym and time at the dinner table by adding these 5 hardgainer muscle building supplements.
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It's time to separate fact from fiction, and learn the truth behind 14 common muscle building and fitness supplement myths you've probably already heard.
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Make Your Own Homemade Pre-Workout Supplement
It's time to get creative in the kitchen! Learn how you can save money by creating your own custom pre-workout with these two easy recipes.
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Summer 6 Pack Supplement Guide
It's time to drop some fat and get shredded! Bolster your intense workouts and nutrition with these six fat burning, metabolism boosting supplements.
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Kurt Meal Whey
Meal #3: Consisting of Scivation Whey, Almonds and Grapefruit. This is an extremely easy to prepare, convenient meal to have on the go.
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Essential Supplementation - HMB: Hype or Help?
Many studies have been done recently on HMB supplementation. Is this product all hype? Or is HMB the next big muscle-building breakthrough?
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Kurt Supplements
Kurt "The Animal" Weidner talks about the supplements he uses for his general health, and discusses who should take them.
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Should I Add BCAAs to My Supplement Stack?
Are BCAAs an essential part of your supplementation plan? Or is it all just marketing hype? See what the research says and decide for yourself!
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Bodybuilder drinking supplements
Kurt "The Animal" Weidner talks about the magic pills that gave him huge muscles! Who should take supplements, and why should they take them?
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4 Myths About Protein That You Need to Stop Believing
There are lots of strange "facts" about protein. What's true and what's broscience? Learn which protein myths need to die (plus research to back it up!)
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