Tag Archives: Nutrition

Post-Diet Rebounds… Or Possible Metabolic Burnout?

Posted on March 21, 2012 by 1st Phorm Athlete Angela Coleman

Let’s face it, when it comes to losing weight and getting in shape YOUR DIET WILL ALWAYS BE KEY!! But how does one choose a diet that is right for them with all the FAD diets floating around?  Some of … Continue reading →

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The Relationship Between Protein, Essential Amino Acids, Muscle Mass and Body Composition

Posted on March 16, 2012 by Chad Kerksick PhD

High quality protein sources like whey protein, particularly isolate versions which provide greater than 90% protein by weight are critical components to a person’s diet.  If you think, however, that protein is just for people who want to bulk up … Continue reading →

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You Are What You Eat

Posted on October 25, 2011 by 1st Phorm Athlete Tony Friedrich

When it comes to losing weight, building muscle, or just toning up, it’s important to remember: what you eat is just as important as how you exercise (maybe even more important).  Without the right nutrition program to support your exercise … Continue reading →

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Recovery Tips

Posted on October 17, 2011 by 1st Phorm Athlete Nick Weite

Through my years of heavy lifting and playing football, I have learned the importance of proper recovery and what it can do for your body.  I have researched different ways to help recovery along and have personally tried about everything … Continue reading →

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Going Old School …

Posted on August 31, 2011 by Chad Kerksick PhD

From time to time, it’s really cool when you go back and find reinforcement for things that you are doing or that may be on your mind. It’s the reason why I think various messages inside religious books are interesting … Continue reading →

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I’ve been thinking about competing for awhile, I’m just not sure where to start. People at my gym think I could do very well. I’ve heard of this guru in my area who has coached several bodybuilders at my gym. I’m a personal trainer so I think I have enough knowledge to get ready for a show but I’m thinking about hiring a bodybuilding coach/guru since this is my first show. Have you used a bodybuilding coach/guru, and what qualities do you look for in that person?

Posted on April 11, 2011 by 1st Phorm Athlete Brett Becker

Thank you for your question. It’s great to hear that you have potential and are thinking about stepping foot on stage for the first time. I think it would behoove you to employ the services of a diet coach, but … Continue reading →

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Do you guys have a protein bar yet? If not, can you recommend one particular bar over another?

Posted on March 23, 2011 by Andrew Frisella

To answer your first question: No, and I don’t foresee us producing one…ever. To answer your second question: Not if you truly want to get optimal results. “Protein” Bars are not the end-all, be-all super-nutritious meal replacement that some clever … Continue reading →

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Femme Phorm Recipe and Nutrition Tips: Go Greek!

Posted on September 14, 2010 by 1st Phorm Athlete Gillian Risebury

Perhaps you have heard of Greek yogurt or seen it in grocery stores and wondered what the buzz is all about. I was at the grocery store the other day and noticed several different varieties scattered among the already wide … Continue reading →

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Taking care of myself properly is fairly new to me and I realize this may be a very dumb question, but I hear people refer to “eating clean” all the time. What does “eating clean” mean? Is this a specific diet?

Posted on August 20, 2010 by Andrew Frisella

This is definitely not a dumb question. Eating clean is not a specific eating plan. Eating clean is a term that is used to describe the act of “cleaning up” your diet. In very simple terms it means cutting out … Continue reading →

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The Importance of a Meal Plan and Keeping a Food Journal

Posted on August 11, 2010 by 1st Phorm Athlete Gillian Risebury

If you ever come to my house, take a ride in my car, or rummage through my purse you will find yellow sticky notes and “To-Do” lists everywhere! I love my lists and I have been a list maker since … Continue reading →

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