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Oct 1, 2021
EAA Supplements: Do they actually work?
There is a small but prominent section of the fitness community that likes to take to social media, proclaiming that ‘amino acids don’t work’ or that ‘amino acids are a waste of money’. And while there is an element of truth to what they say, it depends on who you are and what you want to achieve. In this article we want to clear this issue up.
Oct 1, 2021
How to Get Rid of a Cold
It's a challenge we all face when trying to stay fit and healthy – any sort of injury, cold or flu can have a big impact on us, both physically and motivationally.
If you start to feel the telltale signs of a cold coming, there are a few things you can do to strengthen your natural immunity. And while there’s no such thing as a quick-fix cure for the common cold, these tips should help shorten the duration – or get rid of it completely… 🤞
Sep 17, 2021
What to Eat Before and After a Workout
There are many misconceptions about what to eat before and after exercise.Here are 8 suggestions for what to eat before and after a workout!
Sep 8, 2021
How to Break a Fat-Loss Plateau
If you’ve been hitting the gym hard but haven’t seen any fat loss results for weeks, it could be because your body has entered a plateau. Here are some tips on how to break your fat-loss plateau and get back on track.
Aug 3, 2021
Improve your performance with acetyl-l-carnitine
Whether you want to improve your running speed, your focus at work or your energy levels around the clock, your nutrient intake can have a big impact on your performance. In this article, we take a look at the properties of acetyl-l-carnitine, a key nutrient that may give you a vital boost in all areas.
Jun 10, 2021
Eating Clean: Know your nutrition labels
‘Clean eating’ is no longer just a buzzword touted around by influencers and journalists. Many of us want to know that the foods and supplements we eat not only fuel our performance but that they come from clean, sustainable sources. In this article, we’ll guide you through the key points to look out for, so you can maintain a clean diet.
May 29, 2021
Top 10 Benefits of a Nootropic Pre-workout
Learn why nootropics are the perfect addition to your pre-workout and discover ten benefits as well.
Feb 12, 2021
5 essential nutrition tips for muscle gain
Building lean muscle is important to all sorts of athletes, not just bodybuilders.
As with all things with the body and performance, there are a collection of principles that create the result you are looking for. To make the most of the hours you spend slogging away at the gym, you need to get your nutrition right.
Here are our 5 essential tips for getting your nutrition right for muscle.
Feb 12, 2021
EAA vs BCAA: Which is better for me BCAA or EAA?
You've probably already supplemented with, or are aware of the benefits of BCAA’s as part of your training, performance and recovery. What you might not know is that the most up to date scientific research suggests that the full spectrum of all 9 essential amino acids (EAAs) may be superior to the use of only 3 BCAAs, but what does this really mean for your training and performance?
Jan 19, 2021
The 6 Most Important Principles Behind Training To Build Muscle
Muscle building is a slow process that takes time, it doesn't happen overnight and the conditions it requires are multifactorial. If you're struggling to see tangible changes in your physique it may be because you're not using the right strategies. The key thing to recognise is that there are multiple ways to 'stimulate' muscle growth. Once you have understood this, then the question is to figure out which way is going to work best for you. Here are the 6 most important principles for you to use as you design your program.
Dec 18, 2020
8 Tips To Prevent Fat Gain During The Holidays
The truth is, we don’t need to tell you how to work hard or play hard; you have that covered. However, we can help to make the holiday season a little more manageable and guilt-free. Why? Because downtime is crucial to maintaining motivation and intensity in work, in training and in life.
Dec 4, 2020
Episode 26: The benefits of understanding your menstrual cycle
In Episode 26 of Amino Biohacks, Simon speaks to Clare Rodea Ryan on why is it essential to know how the menstrual cycle affects women day in day out.
Clare is a women's wellness consultant and shares some valuable and relatable insights on how to take back control and understanding of women's natural cycles. Connect with Clare here @clare_rodea_ryan
Scroll down for the transcript.