Figuring out your ideal number of calories starts with knowing how many you burn right now! This calculator will help you get more systematic about eating for your goals!
May 13, 2021
•6 min read
Determining how much protein to eat per day is important for any lifter, athlete, or person, period! Here's the number to aim for to build muscle, lose weight, and support your exercise goals.
May 04, 2021
The unique nature of the Man of Iron training program requires an equally unique nutrition plan. Kris Gethin's approach blends traditional and individualized diet principles to grow bigger, faster, and more athletic!
April 29, 2021
•6 min read
Green and red supplements are showing up on pre-workout labels like it's Christmas, but are nitrate supplements legit? Here's what the science says.
April 23, 2021
•3 min read
Need a break from caffeine-based stimulants, but still want a boost in energy levels before hitting the weights? Here are four alternative supplements that'll get the job done!â¯
April 22, 2021
•3 min read
Feeling that sugar craving? Or maybe you like to crunch something salty or sip on something sweet. These healthy treats curb cravings so you can hit your goals!
April 21, 2021
•3 min read
Here are the perfect mini-stacks to help you get the most out of lifting, cardio, HIIT, and more. Nail your workouts, feel great doing it, and maximize your recovery to come back stronger next time.
April 15, 2021
•7 min read
More people than ever are adding a scoop of greens to their shakes. Should you? Only if you know the truth about what this popular supplement can and can't do for you.
April 14, 2021
•3 min read
When it comes to immunity, the best offense is a good defense. Here's what to take to stay in fighting shape any time of year!
April 13, 2021
•4 min read
A meal doesn't have to include meat to provide you with complete protein sources. Take the guesswork out of mealtime with this helpful guide for creating complementary proteins!
April 08, 2021
•1 min read
"Flexible dieting" is more popular than ever. Here's what you need to know about this dietary system that allows you to have your cake and stay lean doing it.
April 05, 2021
Drinking an intra-workout drink with fast-acting carbohydrates while training can help you exercise longer, work harder, and even get better results. Here's why.
March 21, 2021
•5 min read
Putting together a diet plan that works for you might seem way too complicated. This straightforward guide will show you how to create a plan with the right macros and calories to help you lose weight while maintaining your muscle mass and endurance.
March 19, 2021
•6 min read
Protein is not just for growth phases, it's just as critical when you're injured and aren't training or are training less. Here's why.
March 19, 2021
•3 min read
Whether you want an extra push to crush leg day, ace a test, be on point for e-sports, or just keep your forehead off the desk, here are the three perfect energy supplements for every kind of person.
March 19, 2021
•2 min read
The post-workout shake is a fitness tradition that's as old as the gym. But what if you flip the script and take it before training? Turns out there are some good reasons to do so.
March 19, 2021
•5 min read
Don't just mindlessly chase calories when you're trying to grow. Pick the best foods for the job and use them right! Here's where to start.
March 19, 2021
•3 min read
Add serious muscle mass by targeting the most important nutritional windows of the day: those that come before, during, and after your workouts.
March 19, 2021
•5 min read
Looking for a shopping list to help support healthy testosterone levels? Make sure a few of these not-so-rare foods make it into your meal-prep ritual!
March 15, 2021
•5 min read
You may think that an aphrodisiac is in the eye of the beholder, but modern science has identified a few foods with bedroom bona fides. Read on and reap the rewards!
February 11, 2021
•5 min read
You will face temptation during the big game when you confront anti-transformation food and drink, but you can build a rock-solid defense with these strategies!
February 04, 2021
•4 min read
Can the Whole30® diet work for you? The Ripped Dude has the details on the eating plan that has the fitness world buzzing!
December 03, 2020
•3 min read
The holiday season sometimes seems like a plot to have us gaining the girth of Santa Claus in just a few short weeks. Try these tips for keeping the weight gain in check, and start the new year one step ahead!
November 10, 2020
•3 min read
Give that shaker bottle a rest. Work these protein hacks into your routine to wake up your taste buds and hit your nutrition targets.
May 07, 2020
•3 min read
What you add to your protein shake can be just as important as the protein powder itself. Shake things up with these health-boosting ingredients and take your post-workout nutrition to the next level.
February 24, 2020
•4 min read
Trying to lose weight can be intimidating, but the reward is worth it. Use these tips to help you get started on your weight-loss journey the right way!
February 20, 2020
•4 min read
Believe it or not, it's definitely possible to gain lean body mass while on the super-low-carb ketogenic diet. But it won't happen by accident! Here's what you need to do.
January 24, 2020
•4 min read
Confused about how calorie calculators work? Here's a step-by-step guide to determining how much food you need to lose, gain, or maintain weight!
January 21, 2020
•7 min read
Even if you're healthy and fit, the holidays should come with a signpost: Unwanted Pounds May Lie Ahead. Here's how to avoid that fate while still having fun.
December 05, 2019
•3 min read
Even for huge dudes, there are right ways and wrong ways to approach holiday feasts. Learn the Animals' strategies for clean bulking and enjoying the season.
November 27, 2019
•7 min read
You may not be able to lose fat and gain muscle at the same time, but cutting calories doesn't have to mean losing all the muscle you've built during your bulking phase!
October 01, 2019
•7 min read
Bananas get a bad rap from a lot of fitness fans. Although sugary, this tropical fruit provides some seriously positive health benefits.
August 26, 2019
•4 min read
Ladies, are you confused by the clutter of information out there about the protein in your diet? Bill Campbell, Ph.D., from the ISSN lays out the scientific reasoning for why women should increase their daily uptake of this muscle-building macronutrient.
August 23, 2019
•2 min read
Even if you've waded through the information glut about gaining size, you're probably still wondering what the best food choices truly are. Pro bodybuilder Evan Centopani cuts the confusion with his favorite mass-building foods.
August 09, 2019
•6 min read
