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Six-pack abs. Tight butts. Lean, glistening beach bodies and vibrant health. That’s what the fitness industry is selling, but have you ever considered the true costs of achieving this “look?” In this short video, Dr. John Berardi lays out all the benefits and tradeoffs, so you can make an informed decision about what’s truly right...

Every six months, we get to celebrate the folks who have had the most incredible body transformations in Precision Nutrition Coaching. They’ve spent 12 months with a personal nutrition coach, completely changing how they eat, move, look, and feel. They’ve lost weight, gained strength, boosted their health, and inspired their friends and families. No extreme diets or crazy...

By the time Tina Cox-Vega hit her highest weight ever, she had a terrifying thought: “I was killing myself with food.” Here’s how she lost 100 pounds—and got her life back. ++++ Tina Cox-Vega stepped on the scale. “265,” the doctor said. Tina’s heart sank. At the time, she was 44. Her weight had been creeping up for years....

Jon McLernon’s heart was racing. “Go to the hospital,” a voice screamed inside his head. “You’re dying.” But he wasn’t dying, and he knew it. Years of career changes, international moves, extreme diet and exercise plans, injuries, and trauma from a violent incident overseas were all taking their toll. He was having yet another panic attack. He longed for...

“But how do you get enough protein?!” If you’re vegetarian, vegan, or even just a fan of Meatless Mondays, you’ve probably been asked this question. Plant-based protein is a hot topic for plant-based eaters or anyone whose dietary choices emphasize plant foods as important components. Much of the controversy and confusion revolves around getting “enough” protein and choosing...

Special operations selection courses are designed to weed people out. In the Navy, the screening test to just qualify for these courses has about a 90 percent failure rate. From there, anywhere between 60 to 90 percent of candidates don’t make it through the course itself. Those who do make it, more than anything else, display the ability...

“Eat whole grains, not refined grains.” As nutrition rules go, this one needs no explanation. Or does it? Do most folks know the real difference between whole and refined grains? And more importantly, are whole grains always the better choice? Understanding the facts can help you (or your clients) select grains that best match your personal preferences and goals. Let’s...

Not all protein powders are created equal. Some are definitely better than others. But with hundreds, maybe even thousands, of options out there, it can be hard to know the right protein powder for you (or your clients). After all, each person has unique goals, physiology, and preferences. So there’s no one single protein powder that’s best for...

This free exercise library from Precision Nutrition contains men’s and women’s versions of over 400 exercise videos. It’s designed to be a resource for personal trainers and strength coaches who provide remote or online workout coaching. But it’s also freely available to anyone else who might benefit. Every exercise video is filmed from multiple angles and provides...