When we talk about muscle building, most people often focus on diet and exercise, but few actually take their rest seriously. The key component in rebuilding your muscle tissue is a luxury taken for granted, but the reality is that our sleep plays a vital role in exercise performance, hormonal level, and also the storage […]
Continue readingCreatine 101 – What You Need To Know About Creatine
Those who are involved in the sport of bodybuilding understand the importance of proper supplementation. Over the years, there have been countless of research concluding the effectiveness of creatine towards increased strength output, lean body mass, & higher exercise capacity. However, the mainstream media regularly painted it in a bad light and remain ignorant about […]
Continue readingFight Stress With Smarter Nutritional Approach
Stress is often known as a silent killer. While most people just brush it off and go on with their lives, it’s not something that you should lightly dismiss when it starts messing with your health. According to a survey conducted by Computer World, more than 70% of employees in Malaysia are experiencing an increased […]
Continue readingFiber – The Most-Overlooked Nutrient Of A Successful Diet
When the term ‘dieting’ was mentioned, most people either think about reducing the amount of calories, or choose to starve themselves. However, few thought about incorporating fiber into their diet. If it sounds unfamiliar to you, fiber is a type of complex carbohydrate that is indigestible by human digestive tract. Although it is non-essential, it […]
Continue readingWhy Clean Dieting Isn’t As Boring As You Think
Whether you’re preparing for an upcoming bodybuilding event, cutting some weight to compete in a specific weight class, or just wanted to tighten your waist, slashing the calorie off your diet can be a daunting task. Slight discomfort is to be expected when you eat below your maintenance level, but that doesn’t mean you have […]
Continue readingHow To Deal With Soft Tissue Injuries
Sometimes you’ll see an athlete huffing and puffing on the pitch, despite the fact that he has just crashed into a 250lbs monster. Some might call it as the adrenaline rush, and the normal reaction is to move around to shake it off. As the muscle is heated up from all the activities performed on […]
Continue reading7 Nutrient-Rich Foods That Don’t Cost A Bomb
With the recent introduction of GST, 1 Malaysian ringgit doesn’t stretch as far as it used to, and those who are on a tight budget might find themselves hemming and hawing over which food to put into a shopping cart, and which one they should put back on the shelf. Sadly to say, the more […]
Continue readingOvertraining and Periodization
You started to workout because you enjoy the pump it brings when you hit it hard in the gym, but lately you have found that your motivation drops to an all-time low. You don’t see any changes in body composition, the workout itself no longer feels intense, and eventually you quit visiting the gym. The […]
Continue reading4 Super Foods To Help Boost Immunity
Boost your immunity with 4 super foods! Medications are valuable when it comes to saving lives, but far too many people take it for granted and rely on it, rather than learning how to prevent a disease from happening. It is meant to treat the symptom rather than the pathology process, and those who’re not […]
Continue reading5 Essential Nutrients For A Healthy Heart
5 Essential Nutrients For A Healthy Heart Despite the vital role our heart plays in the human body, it’s often neglected by the public, as illustrated by the rising trend of cardiovascular diseases in our country. According to the Health Ministry, 1 in 4 deaths was linked to heart related complications. It is of utmost […]
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