Matthew Fogle NASM CPT FNS BCS There are many conflicting opinions on fitness. Yet, as many conflicting opinions as there are surrounding the proper way to train in the gym for fitness and muscle performance/growth, that is beans in comparison to the back-and-forth battle that is evident surrounding food and...
Matthew Fogle NASM CPT FNS BCS What are carbohydrates? Well, let’s dig into a little science first… Carbohydrates are organic compounds of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen, and they are an important source of energy for the body (see illustration below). Examples of carbs include sugars, starches, and celluloses (a.k.a. fiber)....
Matthew Fogle NASM CPT FNS BCS What is protein? Well, let’s dig into a little science first… Proteins are compounds of carbon, hydrogen, oxygen, and nitrogen. Close your eyes for a second and imagine this… Proteins are amino acids linked together by peptide bonds (see illustration below). There are over...
Matthew Fogle NASM CPT FNS BCS What are lipids (fats)? Well, let’s dig into a little science first… Lipids are compounds of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen. "Lipids" refers to a group of compounds that includes triglycerides (“fats” and oils), phospholipids (which form cell membranes and regulate cellular activities), and sterols...
Matthew Fogle NASM CPT FNS BCS When I was creating the workout program and developing the app for “1 Workout 4 Life,” my closest friends were asking if I was going to include nutrition planning in the program. Now mind you, not everything about the app was known right from...
Matthew Fogle NASM CPT FNS BCS I’m about to ask you a rhetorical question, ready?... That wasn’t the question. Or was it?... Erg, anyways, here is the REAL rhetorical question: Do you need to read an article to know that shopping in the produce section of the grocery store will result...
Matthew Fogle NASM CPT FNS BCS The body is 60%-70% water. Blood is 90% water. Muscles are 70% water. Bones are 20% water. Need any more reasons why proper hydration is important for the body? Especially when doing workouts like you experience in "1 Workout 4 Life"? Good, because here...
Matthew Fogle NASM CPT FNS BCS While utilizing a meal tracking app can help you track your overall daily calories, macronutrient breakdowns (fat, carbs, protein), and micronutrient (vitamin and mineral) requirements... your success with health, weight loss, and muscle gain can be optimized with a few tips on nutrient timing....
Matthew Fogle NASM CPT FNS BCS "Supplementation" is a dirty word in some households. Some people are against supplements of any kind, and some people take a plethora throughout the day. While taking supplements is not a requirement to see benefits in "1 Workout 4 Life," it's important to understand...