Lose fat and gain muscle at the same time? What if I told you it was possible? That's exactly what body contouring is all about. Unlike a classic diet, this approach does not aim to lose kilos. Rather, it seeks to rebalance the ratio between dry mass and...
Have you ever heard of beta-alanine? Highly prized by athletes and fitness enthusiasts, this amino acid delays the onset of fatigue and promotes muscle growth. In fact, you've probably already consumed it if you're in the habit of taking a pre-workout before your workouts. But how does beta-alanine work?
Do you know dopamine? Known as the "pleasure hormone", it plays an essential role in your motivation, your concentration and your well-being. As such, a lack of dopamine can make you tired and irritable... And therefore less efficient in the gym! Fortunately, there are solutions to prevent deficiencies. Discover 5...
Whether or not you're into bodybuilding, nutrition is essential to your well-being. Nature's way of doing things is to provide us with countless super foods rich in vitamins and minerals. These fruits and vegetables, seeds, plants, algae and spices have multiple virtues and contribute to the good health of the body.
A must-have supplement for bodybuilding and fitness enthusiasts, whey protein helps to increase muscle mass and improve recovery. But this food supplement exists in different forms: concentrated whey, whey isolate and hydrolyzed whey. In this article, I propose to focus on the last one...
Ashwagandha, a word that may not mean anything to you. However, this plant originating from Asia is used by many bodybuilding practitioners for its multiple virtues. Increasing muscle strength, improving physical recovery and reducing stress are all benefits offered by this dietary supplement used for centuries. In this article, you will find...
You have certainly already spotted it while shopping at the supermarket. The Nutri-score is a recognizable logo whose objective is to classify products according to their nutritional quality. More and more used in France, this indicator is however widely controversial. In this article, we will analyze together the advantages and disadvantages...
More and more popular in the world of bodybuilding, ZMA is a food supplement containing zinc, magnesium and vitamin B6. It helps athletes overcome deficiencies, acts on testosterone, promotes muscle growth and improves sleep and recovery. In this article, find out what it is...
A little-known phenomenon among bodybuilding enthusiasts, the body's acid-base balance is nevertheless an essential element of muscle development. But very often, the dietary habits of athletes promote an excess of acidity harmful to health. Discover the consequences of such an imbalance and how to restore it. What is the acid-base balance? Acid-base balance:...
In the middle of summer, when temperatures are rising, there's nothing like a delicious ice cream to cool down after a workout! But if you're a bodybuilder, just eating a classic ice cream can cause your caloric intake to skyrocket and your diet to suffer. With protein ice cream, it's fortunately possible...
Konjac is a trendy food in many diets, but it is not well known by the general public. Native to Asia, this low-calorie and satiating plant can help you lose weight. But is it a miracle slimming product to eliminate your unwanted pounds? This is what we will discover in this article ....
Lose more than 5 kilos in only 1 week? Now that's a tempting promise! This is exactly what the cabbage soup diet offers you. This dietary method is currently very popular among people who want to lose weight. But is it really effective for bodybuilders? Spoiler:...
Do you regularly feel tired during or after your weight training sessions? Do you often suffer from cramps? What if this was due to a magnesium deficiency? This mineral salt plays an important role in the functioning of the immune system and the human body in general. In this article, you will understand...
Running is often the first reflex of people who want to lose weight. It is true that running, and more generally cardio, has many health benefits. But is it really effective to run to lose weight? Let's take stock of this subject which is the subject of much debate among...
The banana is the favorite fruit of sportsmen. It allows you to fill up on energy thanks to its carbohydrate content. Before or after weight training, the benefits of bananas are numerous. Whether to gain mass or to lose weight, discover why to eat bananas in bodybuilding. The food of...
Are you unable to lose weight even though you are eating less and exercising more? Combined with digestive problems, difficulty sleeping and poor muscle recovery, this phenomenon is most likely the result of a blocked metabolism. This is common among dieters. Fortunately, there are some...
To lose weight, it is essential to establish a caloric deficit. This means that your energy expenditure must be greater than the amount of calories consumed. Knowing what 0-calorie foods are can help you better control your calorie intake. What is a 0 calorie food? Are there really any 0-calorie foods?
