Alcohol is fat’s best friend: It has been shown to prevent fat cells from releasing fat for fuel. It also has a high calorie count and, despite this, it has a tendency to increase hunger.
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Everyone knows a night without sleep makes for a rough day, but when you’re an athlete, it can spell seriously bad news for your body. Even a single night of poor sleep impairs recovery.
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Training one side of your body at a time is less popular, but it might be better for your cardiovascular system. Training on both sides at once is slightly more challenging for your heart.
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Training one side of your body at a time is less popular, but it might be better for your cardiovascular system. Training on both sides at once is slightly more challenging for your heart.
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Poor squatting technique can put abnormal stress on your back, ankles, knees, and hips. Not only can this cause injury, but it will slow your progress. Learn about the differences here.
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Caffeine is a great motivator which raises energy levels and keeps athletes in good spirits. Researchers have discovered it can also help reduce soreness and decrease recovery time.
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