Beta-Alanine & Biohacking: How Active Enthusiasts and Athletes Optimize Their Biology
Biohacking has become a science-driven movement among active enthusiasts and high-performing athletes who want to take control of their biology to improve physical or mental performance and overall well-being. Biohackers constantly search for ways to push beyond natural limits, f...
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How Exercise Can Improve Mental Health
During the winter months there are unique challenges to mental health. Depending on the climate, many spend more time indoors and less time enjoying the benefits of fresh air and sunshine. Those who struggle with mental health are not alone. The good news? One simple change to your routine can help. Regular exercise can improve […]...
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New Year, New Olympic Opportunities
Written by: Nicole Stout I am a world-class judo player. Over the past almost ten years, I have won several international medals, become the reigning US national champion, and I am now an Olympic hopeful for the upcoming 2024 Olympics. In early 2021, I decided to make a couple videos showcasing my daily and weekly […]...
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Healthiest Habits to Boost Your Immune System
The immune system is the body’s frontline in the battle against infection, illness, and disease. Some people naturally have strong immunity, while others are prone to getting sick. Whether or not you were born with a robust immune system, both your environment and lifestyle have an impact on your immune health. There are a variety […]...
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Beta-Alanine Supplements: Benefits, Sourcing, and Dosing
If you’re like many people, your fitness regimen — and your outlook on health and wellness — looks different today than it did pre-pandemic. After all, the fitness world experienced a major transformation in 2020, with more people participating in virtual workouts, downloading fitness apps, and investing in at-home exercise equipment than ever before. ...
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What Is the Best Food Source for Obtaining Beta-Alanine?
Beta-alanine, like other amino acids, is one of the building blocks of life. (Amino acids are used by the human body to make proteins that aid in growth, repairing tissue, breaking down food, and other bodily functions.) Beta-alanine is also a critical building block of carnosine, which provides powerful antioxidant properties that offer many health [&hellip...
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Top 5 Techniques for Muscle Recovery that Work
Ask ten athletes their secret to muscle recovery, and you’ll likely end up with ten different answers. The options are seemingly endless, from heat to cold, supplements to juices, luxury treatments to home remedies. Training style, culture, access, and even climate can influence an athlete’s preferred methods. In addition to those factors, athletes tend ...
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Pedal Power: Beta-Alanine for Cyclists
“I have always struggled to achieve excellence. One thing that cycling has taught me is that if you can achieve something without a struggle it’s not going to be satisfying.” — Greg LeMond, three-time Tour de France champion and first American to win Le Tour Pro and recreational cyclists alike know both the struggle and […]...
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Going the Distance: Beta-Alanine for Runners
There are many reasons why people run — to get (and stay) in shape, improve overall health, and relieve stress, among other motivators. And if you’ve engaged in this form of exercise for an extended period of time, you may have felt firsthand the elation associated with runner’s high — a state of euphoria that’s […]...
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5 Ways the Pandemic has Changed Exercise for Good
Let’s face it—the global pandemic has significantly impacted our businesses, relationships, and health. From closed gyms to equipment shortages, Covid has even changed the way we work out. Gyms have enhanced their cleaning protocols and implemented social distancing guidelines, smaller class requirements, and policies on face coverings. Lockdowns are gra...
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Which Beta-Alanine is Safe?
As consumers, we’re becoming more educated than ever about what ingredients are found in our foods, beverages, and supplements. And this is a good thing, because informed consumers are healthier consumers — meaning healthier families and communities. Another benefit: more transparency and accountability from brands. So what about when it comes to supplem...
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What Does Beta-Alanine Do?
Anyone who spends much time on the court, in the gym, or on the field knows the words “better, faster, stronger” are more than just a catch-phrase, they’re a way of life. And for many world-renowned scientists, physical trainers, coaches, and elite athletes, beta-alanine is a supplement that’s proving to be a literal game-changer […]...
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The OVERCOMER
Written By: Todd Durkin Who else is battling like hell right now? Anyone else facing tough times? Maybe you’re feeling burnt-out. Or empty. Or your passion has waned. Or your purpose is unclear. Maybe your health is far from where you want it. Or your training routine is “off” or your nutrition is sub-par from […]...
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Beta-Alanine Vs. Creatine — A Comparison
So you’ve heard of creatine, and are likely already taking it to increase strength, gain muscle, and improve your overall exercise performance. But what about beta-alanine? And which of the two should you incorporate into your pre-workout regimen — creatine, beta-alanine, or both? First, let’s take a quick look at the history of these two […]...
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Taking Esports to the Next Level with Beta-Alanine
Esports has been trending for years, but COVID-19 lockdowns initiated an explosive expansion of both the gamer base and existing gamer hours. According to Verizon Communications, Spring 2020 saw a surge of nearly 90% in peak gaming hours over the prior year.[1] From the occasional gamer to the enthusiast, the Esports community reflects a global revenue [&he...
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Beta-Alanine as a Pre-Workout — A Performance Game-Changer
What do a Team USA Judo athlete, a tight end for the Carolina Panthers, and a legendary celebrity trainer have in common? They all choose CarnoSyn® beta-alanine as their go-to pre-workout supplement. In fact, beta-alanine has been touted as an athlete’s best-kept secret for years — but now the secret is out. So why all […]...
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Highlighting the Latest Science: How Beta-Alanine Supplementation Impacts Stress
This past year’s events have encouraged many to take a closer look at fitness goals and overall health. Across all populations—from the aging to the young and from non-competitive athletes to professionals—total body wellness is a point of focus. Beyond athletics and personal records, there’s an emphasis on the connection between physical and mental ...
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Top 5 Sports Nutrition Trends For 2021
New trends in sports nutrition emerge every year, but 2021 is different. We’ve heard the term “unprecedented times” on repeat, and it’s true. No matter what our individual experience has been, this year has left none of us unchanged. Restrictions continue to influence routines, shift priorities, and alter plans. Some of our recent choices have [&hell...
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Build The Right Team: Lessons From The NFL To The Workplace
Your team can make or break your business, so hiring the right people is a crucial investment in your longevity. Once you have your pick at the top talent, you are in an interesting hiring position. The credentials and performance records may appear to be essentially the same among these final candidates. It can be […]...
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Cold Weather Training with Kevin Dunn
Warm-up Your Winter Training: An Interview with Kevin Dunn The winter months, especially if you live in a cold climate, can throw a wrench into your training. Whether it’s the physiological effect of cold weather or your dampened willpower, training just seems to get tougher in the winter. Fear not. We have some tips to […]...
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How To Prepare For A Marathon Like You’d Prep For A Meeting
Whether it’s running a meeting or running a marathon, the outcome greatly relies on your preparation. And, it’s not just about the amount of time spent preparing, but how you spend that time can make or break your results. Let’s look at the fundamental principles to great preparation that apply both to meetings and marathons, […]...
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