Muscle Building

How to Bulk Up Your Young Athletes Meals to Add Muscle

How to Bulk Up Your Young Athlete’s Meals to Add Muscle

Can food alone help your teen athlete build muscle, without a ton of expensive and questionable supplements? Learn how to add muscle with these easy meal-bulking examples I reveal in this video. How to build muscle is a common question from parents of teen athletes that I work with, and my answer is… food first, …

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The Benefits of Milk for Building Muscle

The Benefits of Milk for Building Muscle

In this video, I discuss why dairy deserves a second look for muscle building. June is National Dairy Month, so it’s the perfect time to pay homage to a glass of milk, and all the nutritional benefits it provides. In particular, in this video I explain how its benefits deserve a second look for building …

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Kristen Ziesmer, Sports Dietitian - Is Fasted Cardio Good for Fat Loss

Is Fasted Cardio Good for Fat Loss?

Is fasted cardio good for fat loss? Or just another fad? Find out in the video below…. It’s time to shine a light on the ‘fasted’ versus ‘fed’ cardio debate. Is it really true that a morning cardio workout with no pre-fueling is somehow better for fat loss than eating first? First, let’s see if …

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Kristen Ziesmer, Sports Dietitian - Is Cardio or Weightlifting Better for Fat Loss

Is Cardio or Weightlifting Better for Fat Loss?

To lose fat, what’s the better option? Cardio or weightlifting? This video answers that question, and gives tips for how to get the best results. It’s one of the top questions I get from clients who want to lose those stubborn pounds, so they get the best results from their efforts. Exercising smartly is the …

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Kristen Ziesmer, Sports Dietitian - Is Collagen Protein Good for You

Is Collagen Protein Good For You?

Do you know the important role that collagen protein plays in your health? Are you getting enough, or the right type? In this video, sports dietitian Kristen Ziesmer breaks it down for you and explains the different types of collagen protein, their benefits, and how to get it with the right food sources and supplements. …

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Kristen Ziesmer, Sports Dietitian - How Your Diet is Ruining Your Performance

How Your Diet is Ruining Your Performance

Is your performance suffering because of your diet? Good intentions or not, it’s critical to know why your choices with food could be hindering your potential. As a sports dietitian, I help athletes and active individuals fuel their body for better performance, and most of my clients approach me because they’re struggling. I help them …

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Kristen Ziesmer, Sports Dietitian -How to Leverage Your Nutrition So You're More Toned

How to Leverage Your Nutrition So You’re More Toned

Do you know how to make nutrition your ally for getting more toned? How to get muscle tone is one of the top 5 requests I get from clients. This video explains how to leverage nutrition to support your goal of a leaner and toned physique. Achieving better muscle tone does not require a special …

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Kristen Ziesmer, Sports Dietitian - The Scale, Friend or Foe

The Scale…Friend or Foe?

Are you letting the scale ruin your day? In this video, I share my perspective on whether the scale is your friend or foe. Observe what feelings arise when you approach your scale – are you anxious, worried, filled with dread, or excited? From there, what happens when you actually step on it and see the …

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Kristen Ziesmer, Sports Dietitian - Plant Based Protein vs Meat Based- which is superior for building muscle and recovery

Plant Based Protein vs Meat Based Protein – Which is Superior for Building Muscle and Recovery?

Which protein source is better for building muscle? For my clients, getting the right source, and the proper amount of protein is a top priority for optimal performance, building muscle, and faster recovery. However, it can be tricky to navigate the varying terrain of dietary regimes, such as strictly plant-based diets with vegetarians or vegans. …

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