I was doing some research on a report I am writing on Creatine.  When I saw the question about Creatine & Beer I thought a lot of people would relate.  I get asked this question at least once a week! By Alfredo Franco-Obregón, PhD Background Although no published studies have specifically examined the effects of alcohol on the effectiveness of creatine, alcohol does... »

Fitness Info Summit Orlando - Why I Went. I was lucky enough to attend the FIS (Fitness Info Summit) in Orlando FL. this weekend,  Although the weather was amazing and I was lucky enough to escape the cold (and snow) of Newfoundland weather for a short period of time, vacation wasn’t the reason for my travels. My main reason... »

Well it seems that either I have no luck, or I have cursed with real bad tendons. Friday while doing some boxing sparring at Bushido I tore my right bicep. I believe it to be a partial muscle and tendon tear judging by the pain and tenderness yesterday and today. But I will know more hopefully in the next... »

I am not a big milk drinker.  I usually don't recommend my clients drink milk but to each their own.  I enjoy milk in my coffee and my protein shakes, but to actually drink a lot of milk I usually don't bother. However have come across something that has made my protein shakes and coffee even better!     Almond Milk!! Yes Almond... »

Well this is pretty amazing!! I just came across this reading another blog online and had to post this. I have never really "counted" calories strictly even when i have competed, but i did track calories to get an overall number that i could modify or tweak. However this little App has me pretty damn intriqued and i think I am... »

10 Fitness Myths Exposed By Robert King 1, Bodypart training is the only way to build muscle. Our body is composed of many bodyparts.  However our body functions as a full unit not as an individual body part.  Train your body with overall full body movements for maximizing growth. 2. Girls Shouldn't Lift Heavy Weights & Should Always Do... »