PEOPLE THINK BUILDING muscle requires only that they show up to the gym consistently and put in any type of strength training work (and guzzle a protein shake here and there) to make their desired ...

When I was 49, I donated a kidney to my husband. Recovery from surgery was hard and painful, and my lifestyle certainly wasn’t supporting my healing. I was overweight, chronically stressed, ate a ...

I have been working out my entire life – I ran multiple marathons, regularly took bootcamp-style fitness classes and Pilates, but I never committed to building muscle. When I did lift weights (mostly ...

A new study asked three questions about muscle protein synthesis in response to a nine-day diet and weight training regimen: First, does the source of protein -- plant or animal-based -- make any ...

Eating 1.6-3.1 grams of protein per kilogram of body weight is effective for building muscle. You can eat complex carbohydrates for energy and to replenish muscle glycogen. Adding healthy fats to your ...

Protein stands as the cornerstone of muscle development, functioning as the primary nutrient responsible for repairing and building muscle tissue after physical activity. When you exercise, ...

Jillian Kubala, MS, is a registered dietitian based in Westhampton, NY. Jillian uses a unique and personalized approach to help her clients achieve optimal wellness through nutrition and lifestyle ...

Jillian Kubala, MS, is a registered dietitian based in Westhampton, NY. Jillian uses a unique and personalized approach to help her clients achieve optimal wellness through nutrition and lifestyle ...