Wellness
Marine vs Bovine Collagen: Which is Right For You?
Collagen supplements are a top beauty commodity right now. Still, if you’ve ever looked into trying collagen supplements there are several different kinds available. You may have also noticed that there are different types of collagen such as bovine collagen and marine collagen. So what’s the difference and which one should you choose? Let’s take a deeper look. What is...
How to Hydrate Adequately After Using the Sauna?
Using a sauna post-workout provides excellent benefits for muscle recovery and, for many, it’s incredibly relaxing. However, to sauna means to sweat, heavily. Therefore an important part of ensuring you get the benefits of your next sweat session is making sure you are hydrating properly. Why Hydration is Crucial After a Sauna Session Sweating is a natural response to aid...
The Best Time to Cold Plunge: Before or After a Workout?
The cold plunge has become one of the hottest (ironic phrasing aside) trends in health and fitness circles. You’ll rarely be able to spend a few minutes scrolling Instagram or TikTok without seeing someone post a video of them jumping into a bath of ice-cold water and claiming how amazing it is. Besides wanting to look cool for the ‘gram,...
How to Speed Up Muscle Strain Recovery
If you are an active individual, you are likely no stranger to the occasional muscle strain that can hinder your workout routine. But what can be done to expedite the recovery process and get back to crushing PRs? Let’s take a deeper look at the most effective strategies for how to speed up muscle strain recovery. Why is muscle recovery...
5 Benefits of Walking After Meals
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Does Coffee Make You Bloated?
If you are a coffee-lover, you are likely no stranger to the occasional digestive upset that our favorite morning brew can cause. But is it the coffee that is making us feel bloated and running to the bathroom? Or is it something else? Let’s take a deeper look. Does Coffee Cause Bloating? Coffee, or rather the caffeine in it, naturally...
Contrast Therapy: How to Use Hot and Cold Exposure to Boost Recovery
Sauna, hot baths and cold water immersion are all becoming extremely popular ways for athletes and regular fitness enthusiasts to improve recovery and fight post-workout soreness. But while these methods are effective on their own, combining them - in a practice known as contrast therapy - may provide even greater benefits. Keep reading to learn all you need to know...
Do You Have to Sacrifice Taste for Health?
Eating healthy is often considered boring, and bland. We feel we must sacrifice flavor in the name of health. But it doesn’t have to be this way. In fact, it shouldn’t be this way. It is possible to have both. By shifting our perception from what is considered a healthy meal to foods we enjoy that nourish us, we can...
Does Coffee Make You Gain Weight?
Millions of people worldwide drink coffee everyday for its rich flavor and energizing effects. However, there has been ongoing debate about whether coffee can contribute to weight gain. In this article, we'll delve into the science behind coffee and weight gain to separate fact from fiction. We'll explore how coffee affects the body, its potential impact on weight, and how...
Your Ultimate Gut Health Morning Routine
If you’re someone who struggles with digestive health, or you simply want to optimize your gut health, implementing a simple gut health morning routine is important. With just a few simple steps you can easily support your gut health, which also sets you up for better well-being overall. This article will explain the science behind gut health, will outline three...
Will a Toenail Grow Back Normally?
If you’ve ever stubbed your toe or lost a toenail from injuries, you know that toenail traumas are not for the faint hearted. Whether you’ve lost a toenail or had to have one removed, you are probably wondering if it will look the same when it grows back. If you’re wondering if you’ll ever be able to wear sandals again,...
Here's How Sleep Quality Impacts Muscle Mass
Sleep is an essential part of life. Unfortunately, during busy or stressful times it often gets sacrificed. It may not seem like a big deal to skip out on a few hours of sleep here and there in the name of productivity, however, poor sleep quality can impact a lot more than just your mood. Sleep deprivation can negatively affect...
How to Not Let an Injury Derail You
Injuries suck, but they happen. If training and fitness are a part of your life for the long haul, then at one point or another you’ll probably deal with an injury that sidelines you from the gym. The mistake many people make is that they think since they can’t hit the weights, their fitness progress is on pause. So, they...
