The protein aspect of nutrition is probably one of the most intriguing fields of study, for it deals with the most fundamental needs of growth, repair and maintenance. Having said that, it’s also one of the few terms nonchalantly thrown around blindly. Whether you’re looking to knock off a few pounds or pack on some mass, you could be a novice to fitness or a “beast” at it, you’ve... Continue Reading 

With a myriad of supplements available in the market, the search for ones to improve athletic performance and aid in recovery continues to run strong. At this point, BCAA’s or Branched Chain Amino Acids, surface as a strong contender in the supplement game. Comprising mainly three essential amino acids, namely Leucine, Isoleucine and Valine in a 2:1:1 ratio, BCAA supplements have been shown to stimulate protein synthesis and also prevent... Continue Reading 

Complete diet makeovers can be overwhelming. The more drastic the changes, the harder it is to stay on track. Incorporating a few simple changes, may do the trick. In fact it’s a lot more sustainable and manageable in the long term. There are a number of healthier ingredients to substitute the high calorie ones, without sacrificing on taste. Having said that calories aren’t the be all and end all of... Continue Reading 

You’ve spent months training for the upcoming marathon(s). Early mornings, long distances, sore calves. You’ve done the training bit. So you definitely want to get the most out of race day. Whether you’re a novice or a pro-marathoner, you want to show up at the starting line fully prepared. Hitting The Wall For the sake of simplicity, we’re going to run with the example of a car. Think... Continue Reading 

For those of us absolutely obsessed with training, taking a rest day can seem like a curse. We could be done for the week, finished with our recovery drinks and our training plan calls for a rest day the next day. But we don’t want to be stuck inside, we want to stay active. What should we do? The universal solution seems to be: REST But that doesn’t... Continue Reading