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As you age, blood levels of growth hormone drop. A 1990 study from the University of Wisconsin showed that taking growth hormone enlarges muscles. Since then equal numbers of studies support and refute that growth hormone increases muscles and decreases fat. But over-the-counter growth hormone releasers do not contain ANY growth hormone.
The advertised products […]

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From time to time TFS will try and highlight other stories that you might find of interest:
Out of Lance’s Slipstream, a Trainer Reinvents Himself — NY Times
10 training rules for running/walking a marathon — Gary Moller Online
Sell still chasing Olympic dream — Washington Post
Quick, Do You Know Your B.M.I.? – NY Times
El Guerrouj to support […]

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Vitamins are called micronutrients because they are only needed in miniscule amounts. These micronutrients are what enable the macronutrients (carbohydrates, fats, and protein) to produce enzymes, hormones, and other substances that allow for proper growth and development.
Without them your diet is incomplete and you won’t be able to recover from training sessions […]

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Since the advent of Gatorade, manufacturers have been in fierce competition to one-up each other with new and better ways to fuel athletes. This has created a very saturated market; one that features a plethora of choices for competitive athletes. As a result, athletes vary greatly, especially in the world of endurance sports, […]

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For even the most health conscious, balancing a days worth of meals can be a daunting task. Finding the time, or even the motivation, to maintain a healthy diet may seem near impossible. Enter protein. Adding protein supplements to your diet can seriously improve your health, athletic performance and appearance. However, […]

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Creatine can help to strengthen muscles, but athletes who take these supplements need to know how much they can take safely before they harm themselves. When you exercise and your muscles get as much oxygen as they need, they burn carbohydrates, fats and protein for energy. When you exercise so intensely that you cannot get […]

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Brendan Brazier is a professional Ironman triathlete, the 2003 and 2006 Canadian 50km Ultra Marathon Champion, a bestselling author on performance nutrition and the creator of an award-winning meal replacement and energy bar formula called Vega.
I had the luck of meeting Brendan at the ING New York City Marathon Health & Wellness expo this past […]

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In an age when performance-enhancing supplements are running rampant, it’s hard for consumers to discern which products really help improve endurance and which are mere marketing ploys.
However, a recent scientifc study may have helped to clear upon the confusion. These recent tests show the drug, resveratrol (RSV), found in natural foods, such as peanuts […]

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Trying to maintain a healthy lifestyle while simultaneously managing all of the stresses in your life can seem like a daunting task. This is the main reason why many people don’t even try, or quickly give up on, eating frequently throughout the day. They believe they just don’t have enough time to prepare, […]

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This is Part 3 in my “Supplements Made Easy” Seriesfor runners and other endurance athletes. Make sure to also go back and read Part 1 and Part 2!
Shopping for supplements can be a daunting task, but remember to keep it simple and that supplementation will only help if you first help yourself by […]

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