You always hear, get your Vitamin D from sunlight, but many of us use sun blockers or we go out very early while we train so we don't get the benefits of the sun. Here's a new study by the University of Eastern Finland that I thought was interesting, especially...
Balanced Tiger Protein Bar Review
I'm always game to try new protein bars, especially ones that are healthy for you. So, when Balanced Tiger reached out and asked me to try a sample pack, I was interested. Balanced Tiger Protein Bars The bars come in four different flavors and are supposed to be for specific...
Clear Naked Whey Fruit Punch Flavor Review
When Naked reached out to me to see if I would be interested in reviewing their new Clear Naked Whey Fruit Punch Flavor, I was a little hesitant. Could it possibly be good? The protein powder was delivered immediately with a limited edition shaker bottle and I started to read...
The Everyday Athlete Cookbook
In collaboration with clinical dietician and nutritionist, Alicia Romano, the team at America's Test Kitchen developed, The Everyday Athlete Cookbook - 165 Recipes to boost energy, performance, and recovery for the "everyday athlete." The first 30 pages tries to educate the reader on what to eat, when to eat, and how...
LivBar Review
I'm always in the market for a new protein bar that is natural and tastes good. So, when the staff at LivBar reached out to see if I would be interested in testing their product, I said, "sure thing." The LivBar is an interesting product. It's not a protein bar...
Sugar Naked Cookie Review
A protein cookie??? I always thought that was an oxymoron. BUT, apparently, it's not! I was sent a box of Sugar Naked Cookies for review on this blog and if I didn't think they were great, I would have tossed them out. Instead, they sit on my counter waiting patiently...
Are Supplements Worth it?
Craig Dinkel is a sprint freestyle and fly swimmer. He trained and competed for years on a world-class level. He was coached by two different Olympic coaches as well as the second-winningest swim coach in NCAA history in all divisions. Today, he focuses more on endurance sports and created a...
PRTCL Nutrition/Hydration Review
When new companies launch, I get excited. I guess it's the entrepreneur in me. In any event, PRTCL reached out to me about their new company. They have a variety of hydration products. The owner sent me a variety of samples ranging from whey protein to repair. PRTCL PRTCL stands...
Gut Health: How to boost your gut health
The way we live our everyday lives can significantly impact our bodies digestive system, and feeling the slightest bit of abdominal pain, cramps or acid reflux may mean it's time to make a few lifestyle changes. More than 40% of the population worldwide suffer from symptoms not related to diagnosable...
Pillar Performance Australia
Pillar Performance, an Australian company, sent me a box filled with supplements. It was beautifully presented and the bottles in which they came, were glass. The company sent me three products to review - Triple Magnesium, Motion Armour Joint Longevity, and Ultra B Active Peak Performance. They also gave me...