drinks

Energy drinks can have both positive and negative effects on bodybuilders, depending on how they're used and individual body responses. Here's a breakdown: **Positive Aspects:** 1. **Increased Energy**: Energy drinks contain caffeine and other stimulants that can boost alertness and energy...

Alcohol is a big part of so many people's social lives and lifestyles, and many turn to their nightcap as a way to unwind. So much so that it's often a reason people use for why they "can't" start living a healthier lifestyle. We hear things like "I can't give up drinking," "What if I want to...

It is common knowledge that a nutritious diet combined with regular exercise is a tried-and-true approach to lose weight. Unfortunately, not everyone understands the importance of both the food they eat and the liquids they consume. The liquids you consume on a daily basis have an impact on your...

HAS EVERYONE FORGOTTEN ABOUT ROCKSTAR ENERGY? WHAT HAPPENED? by Matt Weik Energy drinks are one of the fastest-growing categories and with so many brands out there, it’s getting difficult to keep up with them all – which can be exciting when you enjoy trying new things. That said, you have...

For many young people, reaching for an energy drink is like grabbing a cup of coffee. Whether it’s studying for an upcoming exam, staying awake on the road, and getting an energy boost before a party, young people are relying on energy drinks to get more out of their day. However, energy drink...

If you want to lose weight you're best off drinking ordinary water with your meals. This way you'll automatically consumer fewer calories than if you drink juice, milk or soft drinks. Nutritionists at the University of North Carolina drew this conclusion from a metastudy in which they reviewed...

by Matt Weik Caffeine supplementation is extremely popular and has been known to be an ergogenic aid that can help enhance performance in the gym and on the playing field. Athletes around the globe have been using caffeine as a pre-workout or pre-competition performance enhancement for years...

by Matt Weik Being in the fitness industry, we are always trying to either maintain or improve our physique. One area that is focused on heavily is our dental health. How many bodybuilders or fitness models do you see with stained teeth or dental health issues? Not many. Why is this important to...

Carbohydrates – The Master Fuel A diet rich in carbohydrates increases endurance performance because of the extra store of carbohydrates in the muscles and liver called glycogen. Work completed in the early 1980’s by David Costill at Ball State University showed that if athletes did not...

Researchers in Texas once reported that diet sodas made people fat, saying that every can of soda you drink increases your chance of being fat by 41%. They had several theories. First, they said that exposure to sweetness (in artificially sweetened drinks) might increase the psychological desire...

by Matt Weik We all heard that Red Bull can give you wings, but now a drug problem as well? To be completely honest, according to new research, so could Monster Energy and all the other highly caffeinated beverages out on the market. While I find all of this quite comical, it’s what the...

Water In The Life Of a Bodybuilder Any athlete, as a professional and amateur, is aware of the importance of proper nutrition and sport mode. No less important is the correct drinking regime. Common man enough to drink 30 ml of water per 1 kg of body weight per day. In sports, especially...

The science of binge drinking: 7 Tips to get wasted without wasting your gains Everything in life is better on drugs. Seriously. For every possible situation, from sex to studying for your finals, there’s a drug that will improve the experience. When it comes to nightlife, alcohol is the drug...