Creatine is one the most researched supplements in the industry today, but is marketed heavily for men and its muscle building properties. However, creatine has a plethora of other potential benefits outside of muscle building and these benefits are important for everyone, especially women. Let’s take a look at what the research says! Why Do Women Need Creatine? … [Read more...]
Top 3 Workout Tips for Women
Simply starting a new TV show is hard enough. How can someone possibly be expected to start a new fitness routine? Well, just like a friend suggesting you should “give the show a chance,” we have the same recommendation for working out. After the initial shock to your system, you’ll be well on your way to a healthier, happier you. The benefits of working out Working out can … [Read more...]
Best Pre-Workouts for Women
Pre-workout supplements are a standard part of what you could call the fitness supplement starter kit, along with protein powder and branched-chain amino acids (BCAAs). It seems like everyone's taking them these days. But why? Pre-workouts help you have a great workout that builds strength and lean muscle mass, instead of an OK workout that yields minimal progress. In addition … [Read more...]
“I Had No Idea Women Like Me Could Compete”
Growing up, eating fast food was both a necessity and a comfort for Jessica Fauver. Poor eating habits followed her into adulthood, causing her to put on more and more weight in her twenties and thirties. After years of being bullied and picked on and told she was never going to lose weight, Fauver decided enough was enough. That spark of determination and an online bet was all … [Read more...]
“I Think a Lot of Women Lift for the Same Reason I Do”
Amie Mock would love to tell you that she got into lifting for purely aesthetic reasons, but the truth is she started lifting because she knows from hard-earned experience the true price of not being strong. For three years, Amie had a boyfriend who frequently beat and abused her. Unfortunately, Amie is not alone. According to current statistics on domestic violence in the … [Read more...]