As athletes, our workouts take precedence over just about anything. We may occasionally cut class or call in sick for work, but miss a workout? Not on your life. Likewise, we're so very, very careful about how we eat.
It happened just the other day. A fellow gym rat cornered me at the drinking fountain and started complaining about a supplement he just bought at GNC that hadn't done squat.
The following is the written transcript of TC's Audio Interview with Jose Antonio, PhD.
Almost every armchair nutritionist believes, deep down in his or her free radical-purged soul, that antioxidants are good for you. Trouble is, there seems to be scores of substances that have antioxidant capabilities. Figuring out which ones to take, and in what quantities, is enough to turn your body into a free-radical factory.
Antioxidant supplementation is one of the most confusing areas of nutrition. Hell, if you read the average daily newspaper, you're met with a deluge of information about the latest and greatest alleged antioxidants. If you followed all of the advice of the nutritional pundits, you'd be popping pills filled with exotic substances all day long.
Everything you need to know about post-workout nutrition.
Everything you need to know about post-workout nutrition.
Post-Workout nutrition Q&A
I stumbled on a pretty interesting compound. It was called Conjugated Linoleic Acid, or CLA. Chemically speaking, linoleic acid is an essential fatty acid, the kind you find in flax and other oils.
2001 International CLA Conference Report
Forskolin burns fat through two different pathways: causing the body to burn fat for energy and enhancing thyroid function.
How to avoid getting ripped off when buying supplements.
Of all the effective supplements available these days, one of the best is still good 'ole protein powder. That's because without enough quality protein, then all the other issues involved in bodybuilding – training, recovery, hormone manipulation etc. – are pretty much meaningless.
A smokin' review of all the popular fat loss agents
About halfway through the night your body runs out of muscle-building fuel and leaves you in a catabolic state. Here’s what you can do about it.
An Inside Look at the Protein Business
Does glutamine live up to the hype? Not really. Here’s why.
Does glutamine live up to the hype? Not really. Here’s why.
A closer look at the supplement that can improve your mind, your muscles, and even your sex life!
What Your Doctor, Your Friends, Your Mamma, and Maybe Even You Don't Know About Steroids
We interview several doctors who use steroids recreationally. Surprised? You really shouldn’t be. Check out the eye-opening interview.
A simple guide to help you lose fat quickly while using Hot-Rox.
Answers to all your burning HOT-ROX questions!
An Interview with Attorney Rick Collins
How to get the most out of your post-workout nutrition to maximize recovery and gains.