Sure, anyone can look up the recommended dietary allowance (RDA) for the macronutrients and vitamins they consume every day. Unfortunately, those numbers, at least for protein, are too low to support maximum healthy muscle growth.
July 17, 2018
•4 min read
Caffeine is more than just a pick-me-up. Learn how it can improve your lifts and enhance your results every time you hit the gym.
July 03, 2018
•2 min read
It started as a place where bodybuilders could come together and share equipment, knowledge, and suntan lotion. Today, it's a state of mind that has found its way into a superior product line used by athletes around the world.
June 20, 2018
•6 min read
A recent barrage of marketing may have you asking yourself: Do BCAAs work, or were they disproven by a new research paper? Here's what the science says, from an industry insider with decades of experience.
June 12, 2018
•5 min read
Are you spending money on a multivitamin that doesn't work optimally? Here are four reasons why many multivitamins fall short of their goal.
June 12, 2018
•3 min read
Boost your testosterone levels naturally by following these 16 tips that emphasize nutrition, training, supplementation, and lifestyle changes.
May 24, 2018
•9 min read
Since your blood vessels are the pathways that transport oxygen and nutrients throughout your body, it helps to keep those pathways strong. This new-ish supplement promises to do just that.
May 21, 2018
•3 min read
Registered dietician and co-founder of the International Society of Sports Nutrition Doug Kalman gives his perspective on a wide range of currently popular supplements for performance, and enhanced cognition. Plus, he answers the age-old question: Is brown rice really any better than white rice?
May 14, 2018
•39 min read
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.
May 11, 2018
•3 min read
Why is it that some people can take their pre-workout and rep out like a champ, while others can have the same shake and not feel any buzz at all? The answer may lie deep within your DNA.
May 04, 2018
•3 min read
Does this popular diet of the day play nicely with the king of performance supplements? The answer is more complicated than you might think.
April 27, 2018
•3 min read
Recent headlines make it seem like we're close to a time when a pill can give you all the benefits of physical training. Does actual science back it up? Here's one researcher's analysis.
April 20, 2018
•7 min read
RedCon1 is all about getting people ready for battle! With a hard-charging suite of supplements and a CEO who's been around the bodybuilding block, this is one company with big plans for the future.
April 18, 2018
•6 min read
Phosphatidic acid has emerged as a promising muscle-building supplement. Let's dive into the science to find out if this ingredient will supercharge your gains or merely burn a hole in your wallet.
April 13, 2018
•6 min read
For two of the most discussed topics in sports nutrition (protein and testosterone), it's amazing how little is known about the effects on the latter of consuming the former. Here's what the latest research says about how your protein supplement may impact your levels of testosterone.
April 04, 2018
•4 min read
Find out exactly why and how Bodybuilding.com launched its latest sports nutrition line. Plus, see what new products are in store for 2018.
February 22, 2018
•5 min read
Melatonin can function as a hormone that helps you sleep, but can it also help with exercise performance and body composition? Here are this supplement's uses, forms, dosage, and side effects.
January 31, 2018
•11 min read
Magnesium helps improve your health, sleep, and exercise performance. Here's how to supplement with it, and which side effects to watch out for!
January 30, 2018
•4 min read
If you're looking to get lean in the new year, it's all about the protein. Learn how to maximize gains by consuming the right amount of this macronutrient.Â
January 26, 2018
•4 min read
Your body needs omega-3 fatty acids to function, but most people don't get enough of them. Here's how omega-3 foods and supplements can raise your body's levels and benefit your health.
January 19, 2018
•4 min read
What does native whey or undenatured whey protein mean, and is this better than other kinds of whey protein isolate? Supplement expert Chris Lockwood sets the record straight.
January 15, 2018
•4 min read
Selenium is an important trace mineral that's high in antioxidants. Here are the health and fitness benefits, side effects, and what happens if you don't get enough.
December 29, 2017
•4 min read
It's the first supplement most lifters try, and many of us stay loyal to our favorite flavors and brands for years. But what's really going on when you take a scoop of protein? Here's the science.
December 29, 2017
•5 min read
Find out how Universal Nutrition has thrived in the sports-nutrition industry for 40 years and what new products they have in store.
December 19, 2017
•5 min read
If you already take these supplements or have been wondering about them, bookmark this page to learn about how they can enhance workouts, and when and how much to take for maximum muscular results!
November 29, 2017
•9 min read
Learn how supplementation can enhance your life, your performance, and your health from one of the world's leading experts.
November 27, 2017
•3 min read
Want a way to boost your energy and focus without all the jittery side effects of caffeine? Look for this ancient Chinese ingredient in your workout products.
November 06, 2017
•3 min read
Our bodies create ATP to power all our movements, but they don't usually produce enough. Can you take ATP as a supplement?
October 20, 2017
•4 min read
On a mission to burn as much fat as possible? Whether you're cutting for competition or simply looking to lose a few pounds, here's what you need to know to get the most out of one of the most popular types of supplements!
October 19, 2017
•5 min read
ProSupps started with one product and a group of guys who wanted something better. Almost eight years later, they have top-of-the-market products and innovative new ones in the pipeline.
October 17, 2017
•7 min read
Garcinia cambogia may not be the magic pill of weight loss, but studies show it does have several other health and fitness benefits that could make it worth adding to your fat-loss stack.
October 04, 2017
•6 min read
Zinc plays a lot of roles in your body, from helping your immune system to maintaining healthy levels of testosterone. Find out how to get all you need of this important mineral.
October 04, 2017
•5 min read
Tossing and turning instead of catching up on some much-needed sleep? You know how important rest is for recovery and performance. Now learn which supplements help you get the most out of sleep!
October 04, 2017
•4 min read
The unique challenges of races, triathlons, and other epic endurance journeys require a committed nutritional approach. Especially if you want to look and feel great at the end! Learn from this hybrid athlete's approach so you don't suffer unnecessarily!
October 03, 2017
•4 min read
Looking to kick your fat-burning program up a notch? Look no further than these three fat-burning supplements proven to help burn excess weight and help combat what you hate about dieting!
September 29, 2017
•4 min read
Should you be supplementing with MSM? This ingredient could give you a boost when it comes to decreasing muscle soreness and recovery time. Find out all of this supplement's potential benefits.
September 25, 2017
•4 min read
Vitamin B isnât just one vitamin, but a whole category of nutrients that are essential for giving you energy and helping your body function right. Find out what they are and what they do for you.
September 21, 2017
•8 min read
A super-powered natural supplement might be hiding in your kitchen. Turmeric is rich in antioxidants, which have benefits that are only recently coming to light. Here's why you should add it to your stack.
September 20, 2017
•3 min read
Glucosamine is one of the most common supplements people take when they have sore joints. But what do we really know about these supplements? Are they worth your time and money?
September 20, 2017
•4 min read
Vitamin D is crazy good for you, and you can get it from the sun for free. But is that enough? Find out what vitamin D does and why you might need a supplement.
September 18, 2017
•6 min read
There are a million supplements out there, but which ones are right for you when you're trying to gain mass? Every lifter is different, but these three supps have helped a lot of people get big the right way.
August 30, 2017
•5 min read
No, you shouldn't throw out your protein powder in response to recent and tragic headlines. The much-publicized death of an Australian bodybuilder was a case of a rare condition that got out of control. Here's everything you need to know!
August 17, 2017
•4 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.
August 16, 2017
•5 min read
Are you fantasizing about strolling down the beach with your washboard abs glowing in the sun? It's not too late to get your six-pack on. Maybe you just need a little help.
June 29, 2017
•4 min read
Creatine is already the most widely studied (and praised) supplement on the market, and for good reason. The International Society of Sports Nutrition just announced it can increase HIIT performance by 10-20 percent. Find out what else it can do for you!
June 14, 2017
Standing in front of an array of probiotic supplements is sometimes like being handed a 10-page menu at dinner. If the array of options feels overwhelming, here's your shopping cheat sheet.
June 01, 2017
•3 min read
Ketosis is a serious buzzword in fitness and nutrition circles these days. But is committing to the low-carb, high-fat diet necessary, or can you just approximate it with supplemental ketones? Here's our expert's take.
May 21, 2017
•3 min read
