PROTEIN QUESTIONS ANSWERED

 How much protein do you need to gain muscle? Is a protein shake the same as protein that I eat? What is the best source of protein? Recently, I posted blogs about pea and rice protein, which led to a bunch of questions about protein, in general.  Here are the top questions I get: Protein is…

Good Carbs vs. Bad Carbs

Do you eat a low-carb diet because you think it is healthier? Is a low-carb diet healthy? What is a good carb? What’s the difference between a sandwich made on white bread and one made with 100% whole grain bread? Or, the difference between French fries and side salad made with spinach, tomatoes, carrots, and…

Summertime Workouts!

Are you too busy during for a summertime workout? Do you need extra motivation to stay fit when the whether is warm? Bar-b-q or workout? Which do you choose? As much as you may love the ocean and warm, sun-kissed skin in the summer, the season has one little blip: You may be tempted to…

The Hidden Truth of a FIT GIRL

Letting the CAT outta the BAG! First of all, you are normal. We are trained to believe that what we see promoted is reality, desired, and even perfect sometimes. I can speak for myself as well as many of other fitness professionals and freaks who are hiding behind the curtain. People show what they want…

THE BENEFITS OF RICE PROTEIN

Are you looking for different sources of protein? Does the type of protein you eat matter? Does rice protein help build muscle? Brown rice protein powder has many benefits for health and fitness, for all diets and lifestyles. It provides a convenient source of protein for vegetarians and others who follow restricted diets. Being allergen…

WHAT IS PEA PROTEIN?

Are you vegan or vegetarian? Are you looking for new protein sources? Tired of the same protein everyday?   Did you know that Shakeology Vegan Tropical Strawberry is made with pea protein.  I am not vegan but I drink this shake every morning for breakfast because I like the light sweet taste to start my…