FITNESS BLOG
5 Signs You Need More Protein
No matter whether you’re trying to burn fat or build muscle, eating a high-protein diet is a MUST. Protein is an essential nutrient that plays an important role in building and repairing tissues, producing enzymes and hormones, and maintaining a healthy immune system. When you don’t eat enough protein, your body may struggle to function optimally. You may have a harder time burning fat, building muscle, and recovering from your workouts. Read here to learn more about the signs your body gives you when you need to eat more protein and get a reference guide of high-protein foods.
Abs Are Made in the Kitchen
It's no secret that when it comes to losing weight, there are a variety of factors that come into play - including exercise, sleep, stress levels, and more. However, when it comes down to it, though, the majority of fat loss really does come down to managing what you eat. Read more to learn some starting tips for managing your calorie intake to get your body burning fat!
Should You Lose Weight or Build Muscle First?
Are you just starting your fitness journey and wondering whether you should focus on losing fat or building muscle first? The good news is, you can do both at the same time! When you start a new exercise routine as a beginner, your body will burn more calories than it normally does to power the new activity. This increase in calorie burn can help put your body into a calorie deficit–which is necessary for fat loss. At the same time, you’ll also get your “newbie gains,” which refers to the rapid muscle and strength gains that new gym-goers experience in the first 6-12 months of their training. Keep reading to learn how to take advantage of newbie gains and make the most of your training!
How to Do AMRAP Sets
If you're trying to build muscle but you're not sure what weight you should be using, AMRAP sets might be just what you need! AMRAP stands for "as many reps as possible." You can do an AMRAP set to figure out whether the weight you’re using in your working sets is too light, too heavy, or just right. Check out this post to learn how to use AMRAP sets effectively in your training program.
Challenge: Walking for Gains
As the weather warms up, I’d like to challenge you to get outside and take a brisk walk every day for 30 minutes. Check in each day that you go for a walk by posting a selfie or screenshot of your fitness tracker in the #daily-walk-challenge channel in the Coaching Corner Discord server (under the category “Challenges”). If you check in every day during the month of April, you’ll win a free 4-week meal plan 🙌
What protein powder should you use?
A great way to reach your daily protein goal is to add supplements to your diet. Many gymgoers use protein powder to beef up their protein intake by adding it to water or milk for a quick shake. There are a lot of options on the market, so how do you go about selecting the protein powder that’s right for you? There are a few things you want to consider when finding the right supplement. Read this post to learn more about selecting the right protein supplement.
6 Signs You're Not Eating Enough Protein
If you're working out regularly and not seeing the results you want, it could be because you're not eating enough protein. This is one of the biggest struggles for many of my clients and followers. However, protein is essential for muscle growth and repair, so make sure you're getting enough of it! Here are some signs that you may not be eating enough protein and some tips for increasing your daily protein intake.
Self-Care for Your Health
Self-care is important for maintaining a healthy lifestyle. It can be difficult to find time to fit self-care into a busy schedule, but there are some easy ways to make it work. Here are four tips for how to do self-care and feel your best.