Caffeine is the most popular psychoactive substance in the world, with 89 percent of people in the U.S. consuming at least one drink containing caffeine daily. People depend on caffeine or caffeine supplements for a temporary energy boost, to stay alert, to enhance focus, and even to improve their mood. Over the years, (and thanks…
If you’re looking for a way to lose weight fast, then you already know that the best path forward is through diet and exercise. In order to lose weight, you must first understand your daily energy expenditure and calories consumed. The best way to find this information is by using an online calculator, but most…
When you are dehydrated from an illness or a hammering hangover, leaving your home to visit a clinic is the last thing you would want to do. Many IV clinics and Med Spas offer a way to help you feel better by bringing IVs to you. Whether it’s a common illness, muscular fatigue, or hangover,…
Breaking bad habits is difficult, and establishing healthy lifestyle habits on a long-term basis can be equally challenging. Achieving success requires a dedicated effort to make both physical and mental changes. Though many of us live stressful, demanding lives, with just a little tweaking here and there, we can develop habits that will help us…
Competitive athletics, at the youth, recreational, and elite levels alike, place incredible demands on the body. Longer, more frequent practices, along with demanding game schedules, can take a toll on the body. That’s why it’s critical to understand and practice recovery techniques throughout the season, as well as in the off season. Recovery techniques help…
Whether you’re an elite athlete, weekend warrior, or simply trying to improve your health, you’ve likely been told to make sure to drink enough water. There are two schools of thought on the important topic of hydration: those who believe in pre-hydrating and those who assert you should only drink when thirsty. While hydration is critical,…
Your body needs to recover after you break a sweat, and what you do after your workouts dictates how fast and efficient this process will be. In turn, you need to pay attention to your post-workout schedule as you do to your training sessions. Here are seven crucial post-workout recovery tips. 1. Re-fuel After your…
(Image via https://twitter.com/foodandwine) What we consume in terms of food will determine how our bodies feel and function. It can apply to normal everyday life too, but especially when assessing athletes performance and how specific professionals get to and maintain their presence at the very top of a particular sport. Even people who partake in…
It seems like everyone is altering their diet these days. From adding more vegetables to their recipes to eating healthier foods such as Greek yogurt and quinoa, more people are focusing on their nutrition. The nutrients that we put into our bodies are critically important, as they can add energy, strengthen bones and muscles, and…
Interview with Linda Samuels from the Gatorade Sports Science Institute: What information the sweat analysis test collects and how it can improve performance of all-level types of athletes. Good levels of hydration, carbohydrates, and electrolytes are crucial to good sports performance. Karen Malkin, Board Certified Health Coach and Environmental Toxin Specialist, returns to discuss methods…
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This Podcast features Robbie Ventura of Vision Quest Coaching joining Steve and Dr. Cole to discuss the importance of recovery for endurance athletes. They touch on sleep quality, nutrition, and planning ahead for long races. Robbie Ventura is the founder and owner of Vision Quest Coaching. With a talented staff of world-class coaches, VQ provides…