Shannon Clark

Background

Shannon Clark holds a degree in exercise science and sport performance from the University of Alberta in Edmonton. Her love for physical activity began with her time as a competitive figure skater and she has since been working in the health and fitness field for over 10 years.

When she's not writing about fitness or working out herself, she loves working as a personal trainer, baking up the latest high-protein desserts, and spending time with a good book or movie.

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Articles

  • Short but Sweet: 3 Mini Workouts to Help You Live Longer and Grow Stronger

    Try these short, efficient routines when you don't have even an hour to spare.

    Published on: May 31, 2019

  • The Best Damn Lunch Workout You've Ever Tried

    Hit the gym on your lunch break and make it count. This efficient workout routine is designed to build muscle, burn fat, and get you back to your job feeling calm and focused for the rest of the day.

    Published on: May 15, 2019

  • The Best Damn Morning Workout You've Ever Tried

    Want to become a morning workout person? We've got the facts (and the routine) you need to get you rolling out of bed and hitting the gym with a purpose!

    Published on: May 1, 2019

  • How to Take Creatine: Clearing Up the Confusion!

    When do I take it? How should I take it? Is a loading phase better? Get the details here and start using creatine the right way!

    Published on: Apr 29, 2019

  • How To Train For Anytime Energy

    Are you dragging through everyday tasks and looking for a boost? These challenging cardio workouts will help you power through the day with more energy, better circulation, and greater muscle strength.

    Published on: Apr 15, 2019

  • HIIT It and Quit It: 3 Fast-and-Fun Routines to Burn Fat

    High-intensity interval training is the best way to exercise when you want to burn fat. Once you see how fun and challenging HIIT can be, you may never go back to your old cardio ways again.

    Published on: Mar 15, 2019

  • 5 Techniques for Developing a Killer Quad Sweep

    So your V taper resembles a superhero's, but your legs look more like a PEZ dispenser. Here are the five best moves for improving your quad sweep.

    Published on: Feb 4, 2019

  • Supplement Company of the Month: NLA for Her

    NLA for Her arrived in 2013 to meet a pressing need among fit-minded women. It rapidly became a favorite for both noncompetitive lifting ladies and top-notch figure, fitness, and bikini pros!

    Published on: Nov 21, 2018

  • Do Fat Burners Work?

    Fat burners are not magic pills. First, you need a good diet and plenty of physical exercise. Get those in order and the fat burners can kick it up a notch.

    Published on: Nov 19, 2018

  • What Is In The Best Fat Burners?

    Some fat burners contain stimulants, usually caffeine or green tea. Others are stimulant-free and use L-carnitine, CLA, and other ingredients to accelerate weight loss.

    Published on: Nov 19, 2018

  • How Do I Know If My Fat Burner Is Working?

    Give your fat burner at least 2-3 weeks (along with a good diet and ample exercise) to show results. Don't fixate on what the scale tells you; how do you look and feel?

    Published on: Nov 19, 2018

  • Are Fat Burners Safe?

    Fat burners are stimulants, so you do have to be aware of how much you take in each day. With some common sense and knowledge, you can safely use these supplements to accelerate fat loss.

    Published on: Nov 19, 2018

  • The Complete Guide to Fat Burners

    Fat burners can be an effective weight-loss aid when used properly. However, you need to go in with the right mindset and behaviors in place! Here's what you need to know.

    Published on: Nov 19, 2018

  • What Do Fat Burners Do?

    Losing weight is mostly about increasing the amount of fat your body uses for energy in the course of a day. Fat burners increase your metabolism to help you shed the pounds.

    Published on: Nov 19, 2018

  • How To Maximize The Benefits Of Your Refeed Day

    Having a refeed day doesn't mean you can eat anything that strikes your fancy. There's a method behind it to make sure you enjoy the full benefits of this magical day.

    Published on: Jun 29, 2018

  • 7 Reasons Why You're Not Burning Fat

    The road to hell is paved with good intentions, right? In the battle to lose weight, any one of these common errors could be your undoing.

    Published on: May 15, 2018

  • Supplement Company of the Month: Ascent

    The best protein starts with the best ingredients and the right processes. Ascent worked hard and long to get just the right combination of the two, and you get the benefit of all that hard work.

    Published on: May 11, 2018

  • Grow On The Go: 7 Portable Protein Options

    Whether you plan to go mobile with a cooler or toss some power food into your pack, try these portable protein ideas from top Dymatize-sponsored athletes.

    Published on: Apr 24, 2018

  • The Woman's No-BS Guide To Muscle Building

    You hear so much about women trying to lose weight that it can be hard to find out how to gain weight; lean muscle weight, that is. These seven tips can help you get stronger without getting huge.

    Published on: Apr 12, 2018

  • Pressure-Cooker Muscle: 6 Protein-Packed Recipes

    Bland diet got you down? Instead of looking for new foods to spice up your menu, how about trying a new cooking method? These mini pressure cookers can crank out some tasty meals in record time.

    Published on: Feb 16, 2018