Whey Vs Casein - Swolverine

Whey Vs. Casein Protein: Which One Is Better?

One of the questions we get asked on a weekly basis, is what’s the difference between Whey vs Casein protein? Both whey and casein are a derivative of cow’s milk. However, both offer slightly different benefits, dependent upon your athletic aspirations and fitness goals. We’re going to get into the benefits, differences, and uses of whey vs casein. 
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Unlock the Power of Testosterone for Fat Loss and Peak Performance

Unlock the Power of Testosterone for Fat Loss and Peak Performance

Body fat and testosterone levels are directly correlated. If you’re looking to build more muscle and reduce body fat, then you’re going to also want to take a good look at your overall body composition, as it's a direct reflection of the way your hormones are functioning. Essentially, the more body fat you have, the less testosterone you’re producing, contributing to poor muscle growth and strength gains, no matter how hard or long you workout.
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Why Can’t I Lose Weight? 6 Ways To Help You Stay On Track

Breaking the habit of rewarding yourself with food is a small change in your mindset and behavior that will have a huge impact on your life. Here are a few simple changes you can make and implement into your life, to help you on the right path to success. And they aren’t as hard as you’d think.
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Why Can't I Lose Weight?

5 Reasons Why You Can't Lose Weight

Trying to lose weight is frustrating. For the overwhelming majority, it’s just unequivocally discouraging. After so many attempts, you give up. You lose hope. You accept your ultimate and imminent defeat. But you don’t have to.
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3 Critical Reasons Why You Should Never Use Highly Branched Cyclic Dextrin, Dextrose, Or Maltodextrin Carb Supplements

Carbohydrates have proven to be a critical macronutrient amongst endurance athletes, for performance and recovery. Studies have shown for the past several decades, that glycogen replenishment is key to fuel endurance during prolonged periods of exercise performance. However, the vast majority of carb supplements such as waxy maize, dextrose, maltodextrin, and highly branched chain cluster dextrin are simple carbs (sugar) derived from cornstartch; a genetically modified ingredient with low to no nutritionalvalue. So why would you take highly branched chain cluster dextrin, when you can eat real whole-foods, or supplement with real carbs, instead of modified cornstarch or simple carbs, otherwise known as sugar?
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Cortisol: How To Control Cortisol Levels To Effectively Reduce Your Stress

Controlling cortisol levels effectively is important to combat unwanted weight gain and elevated stress levels. It’s called the ‘stress hormone’ for a reason. By controlling your cortisol levels, you’re invariably controlling your body’s ability to produce unwanted body fat, by regulating blood sugar levels.
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How To Burn Body Fat And Stay Lean In 13 Simple Steps

Whether it’s a few added pounds of baby weight you were never able to shed, or you’ve struggled with nutrition and diet your entire life, there are a few simple rules that you can follow and incorporate into your everyday eating habits that will help you reach your fitness goals and stay there.
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Post Workout Carbs - Swolverine

Post Workout Carbs: Should You Take A Carb Supplement?

Without having a wide knowledge base about carbohydrates, how they work, and when you should incorporate them into your diet, it can be extremely confusing to know if you should take a carb supplement, post workout. Carbohydrates have been vilified and on the macro chopping block, since popular dieting trends such as Keto support high fat and protein intake. With an overwhelming majority of “instagram experts” who also support the low or no carb dieting approach, it just adds to the confusion of knowing whether or not you should take a carb supplement. But, carbohydrates are amongst the most important macronutrient you can include in your diet, for proper brain function, energy, and post-workout recovery. With that said, we’re going to find out, if you should be taking a carb supplement, and if post workout carbs are right for you.

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Spirulina Benefits - Swolverine

The Benefits Of Spirulina: Is Spirulina Really Good For You?

Spirulina has quickly become one of the most raved about and popular superfoods today. Ubiquitous throughout the world’s most exotic underwater regions, the blue-green algae has an impressive nutritional profile rich in vitamins, minerals, carotenoids, and protein that will make your jaw drop. Yet, despite the rave reviews, speculations, and health claims, is Spirulina a miracle from the sea, or just pond scum? 
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