Even with Valentine’s Day just around the corner, massages are proving to be more than just romantic. Researchers from McMaster University have concluded that a short, 10-minute massage helps reduce inflammation in muscles. According to the researchers, massage may not just help athletes and exercisers improve muscle recovery – but also help treat chronic inflammation-related conditions like muscular dystrophy or [...]

I love fats. Eating healthy and essential fats is an important part of any diet. But there is one part of the day, in particular, where consuming these fats should be avoided. And that time of the day is just after your workout. We know that it’s important to consume both protein and carbohydrates after you complete your workout. And [...]

Hey Davey, I live in NYC and often go for 2-5 mile runs in Central Park. My only problem is that I’ll feel sore for at least 2 days. What is the best way to a quicker recovery? Thanks, John Hey John, First things first, a little soreness is a good (and generally unavoidable) thing. Delayed onset soreness, like what [...]

Yes, I said the dreaded c-word. I know what you’re thinking: “Carbs are bad! Carbs are terrible! Get that Kool-Aid away from me!” But hear me out. Many people adhere to low-carb diets to maintain a lean build. And it works. Low-carb diets can be extremely effective. Even so, there is one time when all people need to consume carbohydrates [...]

You’ve probably heard a trainer or two mumble the words “active recovery”, but do you know what it means? When you’re at the gym or training in your home, you probably push your body hard. But you can’t push your body hard all the time. You need to give it time to recover and for muscles to rebuild. No news [...]

I just read an e-mail from a confused blog buddy that needs some post-workout nutrition guidance. Here’s my best shot. Admittedly, it can get confusing – especially when marketing comes into play. Dozens of workout shakes are pushed our way, not to mention a whole slew of protein bars. So what’s one to do? First things first, there is one [...]

Protein bars are an effective and convenient way to recover after a hard workout. They can fuel muscle recovery and boost your energy for the day ahead. But when it comes to both taste and nutrition, some protein bars are better than others. I decided to put a dozen popular brands to the test. Here are my top three picks: [...]

We all know that proteins are the building blocks for muscles. And that we all need protein – in varying amounts – to live a healthy life and achieve our fitness goals. For a lot of folks that live active lifestyles, protein supplements are often required to repair muscle and improve recovery time. There are as many supplements as stars [...]