"I find the best time to eat a full meal is two to three hours before running. I consume a good source of carbs with protein, ensuring the meal focuses on a healthy carb source. Then I have an additional carb-rich snack 30 minutes prior to ensure adequate glucose before heading out. Directly before a run, it’s best to stick with easy-to-digest carbohydrates to avoid cramping. Add a high quality shoe to the mix and you're off to the races. Hope this helps!"

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Paul Gautier

“Boosting nitric oxide levels during training helps you perform at peak capacity while generating the "muscle pump" sensation. L-arginine is the key ingredient proven to convert to nitric oxide. It directly produces nitric oxide, allowing blood, nutrients, and oxygen to travel to every part of your body, which relaxes the muscles of the blood vessels, causing them to widen and increase circulation (vasodilation). Using a high-quality pre-workout prior to the gym will increase nitric oxide production."

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Dr. M. Lebl

“The "athlete mentality"is something anyone can develop and use in everyday life, especially towards peak training. Peak performers are able to embrace pain & discomfort and stay focused longer. A peak mindset is by far the most important in surpassing mediocre results and achievements. Successful athletes are a product of focus, determination, discipline, willpower, and consistent habits that help push their body to the absolute limit. It’s the mental state that allows them function at top levels and consistently deliver maximum performance.”

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Kristi McLaughlin, Certified Trainer

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“20 different amino acids make up thousands of different proteins in the body. Nine of the 20 are essential amino acids that cannot be made naturally and must be obtained through diet. Of the nine essential amino acids, three are the branched-chain amino acids (BCAAs): leucine, isoleucine and valine. BCAAs prevent the breakdown of protein in muscle wasting and are shown to build muscle, decrease muscle fatigue and alleviate muscle soreness. They have also been used in medical practice to prevent or slow muscle loss and to improve symptoms of liver disease.”

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Rick Coulter, Nutritionalist