Creatine is naturally found in our bodies and is created by amino acids. It works as a fast acting energy storage in the muscle cell, for short-term and explosive muscular work. It is stored in the muscle cell where it binds to phosphate – which is why it is named creatine phosphate. When we perform a muscular work where the energy requirement is large, creatine phosphate works by stepping in as a substitute for ATP (adenosine triphosphate), which is our preferred source of energy to this particular type of muscle work that is short and intense. ATP is a source of energy that runs out fast, and here is the explanation of why creatine can benefit you;
Protein powder is one of the most popular supplements on the market and can contribute with a lot of positive aspects to strength training, regardless if the goal is weight loss or muscle growth. There are several and different types of protein powders, all with different purposes and this article is written to cover the differences between the most used and popular types, to give knowledge about what to choose and when to use the different types, depending on the goal and purpose with the training. When we speak about types of protein supplements, the most commonly used and most popular types are: - Whey concentrate - Whey isolate - Whey hydrolyzed isolate - Casein
One of the most commonly used supplements in fitness and strength training is without a doubt amino acids in different forms. It is a category that you easily can get confused about and there is many different opinions about the category and what to use. This article is created to cover and describe the most commonly used products of the amino acid category and to give insight in which product that has the highest relevance for the individual to use as a supplement, based on the goals.
Vitamin K can support bone- and heart health, arteries and much more. Additionally, vitamin K can support strong bones also. Learn more about how Vitamin K can contribute to your health after the jump.
Our guide to help you get the most out of your diet and improve your overall health by being on top of your vitamin intake via food choices and dietary supplements.
Muscle cramps can ruin workouts, hinder performance and even make you lose sleep. Learn how to combat cramping using these time-tested and effective methods. Read the full article after the jump.
Bloating is something everyone suffers from at some point in their life, but that does not make it less bothersome. What causes it, how do we avoid it and how do we fix it? Read the full article after the jump.
It’s very common to see athletes and bodybuilders chow down extra protein in their quest to bulk up and get stronger. The message that the general public gets is that they're eating too much protein, but how much protein is actually required to be consumed on a daily basis if the purpose is to build muscle mass? Find out why you might actually be eating too much protein each day....
Have you ever stopped to look on the back of any of your dietary supplements and if so, did you happen to notice the term "Proprietary Blend" on the Supplement Facts label? What does this term even mean and does it affect the supplements in any way at all? We dive into the nitty-gritty of proprietary blends in the supplement business and give our opinion on them as a whole right here.
