A Primer on Sports Nutrition for Injury Recovery & Prevention
By Scott We received some great feedback on our article, Supplements for Injury Recovery: The Definitive Guide.But one thing kept coming up when speaking with our clients: it’s a lot to take in.That’s why we created this short(er) primer article.It covers the main concepts of sports nutrition for injuries without getting into the weeds of […]
Continue readingSupplements for Injury Recovery: The Definitive Guide
By Scott Athletes and Weekend Warriors depend on Non-steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs) like ibuprofen to manage pain and inflammation after an injury.But long-term studies show NSAIDs do more harm than good.They interfere with the natural healing process, reduce collagen mass at injury repair sites, and increase chances of re-injury by as much as 25%.Though your doctor […]
Continue readingThe Anti-Inflammatory Diet, Simplified
The Anti-Inflammatory Diet, Simplified By Scott From avoiding nightshades to cursing all forms of dairy, the wacky world of Anti-Inflammatory Diets has gotten… well… wacky. The back-and-forth debates on which foods to eat, which to avoid, and exactly how to brew your coffee for maximum anti-inflammation benefits have muddied the water. In this article, we aim to simplify anti-inflammatory […]
Continue readingWhat Causes Leg Cramps at Night (and How to Prevent Them)
By Scott Nocturnal leg cramps can be a literal pain in the a** (though they more commonly affect the muscles of the lower legs and feet). Unlike typical muscle cramps, they’re usually NOT caused by dehydration, electrolyte imbalance, or even overuse. In most cases, there are several variables causing this sleep-interrupting nuisance. In this article, […]
Continue readingHow to Recover from Any Injury: The Ultimate 5-Step Injury Recovery Guide
By Scott When it comes to injuries, there are a million and one theories on the best way to approach recovery. Should you rest? Ice? Deep tissue massage? Seek medical attention?Like a good scientist, our answer is “it depends.” It depends on your injury, your level of fitness, symptoms, personal history and more. But, that […]
Continue readingOur Philosophy
By Scott The mainstream image of “fitness” is doing exercises you hate and eating food that tastes like crap to impress people you probably don’t even like. This line of thinking leaves people disappointed, jaded, and injured.It’s all backwards. You shouldn’t have to choose between optimizing performance (now) and your health (later).Fitness should be about […]
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