Achieving true holistic fitness is not just about sculpting an awesome, powerful physique or succeeding in a challenging workout program. It encompasses cultivating a healthy, balanced, and resilient mindset to support your goals. This is…
What is Creatine?
DEFINITION Creatine is a nitrogenous organic acid that occurs naturally in the body and helps supply energy to muscle and nerve cells. It can also be taken as a dietary supplement. EXPLANATION Around 95% of…
Triumph Over Time: Effective 20-Minute Workouts for the Busy Professional
The mounting demands of career, family life, and other obligations leave many busy professionals with barely enough time to shower, let alone squeeze in a complete workout. As our hectic schedules fill up, physical health…
Navigating the Fitness Apocalypse: Tips for Staying Motivated in Tough Times
We are living in unprecedented times. A global pandemic, economic uncertainty, political divides, social injustice—the world feels like it’s falling apart some days. Understandably, keeping up healthy lifestyle habits like fitness and nutrition take a…
What is Creatine Kinase?
DEFINITION Creatine kinase (CK) is an enzyme found primarily in muscle cells. It catalyzes the conversion of creatine to phosphocreatine, an important energy reservoir for muscle contraction. EXPLANATION CK blood levels are often tested as…
Defeating the Plateau: How to Keep Making Fitness Gains
We’ve all been there before. You’ve been hitting the gym hard for months. Eating clean. Making progress towards your goals. When suddenly…you hit the dreaded fitness plateau. The weight isn’t budging. Your muscles aren’t growing.…