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Team WAG
Sep 3, 2025
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Expert nutrition advice, tracking tutorials, member stories, and more to help you reach your goals.
Sugar Showdown: Cane Sugar vs. High Fructose Corn Syrup
Recently, there has been a lot of discussion about the type of sugar used in foods and beverages: cane sugar versus high-fructose corn syrup (HFCS). While both are forms of added sugar, they have subtle differences that may impact your training goals, body composition, and long-term health.
Brittany Werner
Aug 4, 2025
9 Signs You're Not Eating Enough (Athlete Fueling Tips from an RDN)
So, you want to lose weight and perform better in the gym? Although it’s tempting to slash calories and increase training volume and intensity, burning the candle at both ends can do more harm than good in getting you to your performance and aesthetic goals.
Brittany Werner
Jul 14, 2025
7 'Healthy' Foods That Might Be Hindering Your Progress
When you're working hard to lose weight, few things are more frustrating than doing everything right—eating clean, exercising regularly—only to see the scale stall. The problem? You might be eating healthy foods hindering progress without even realizing it. While many so-called "clean" or "healthy" foods offer great nutrition, some can quietly sabotage your fat loss goals, especially when eaten frequently or in large amounts.
Team WAG
Jul 7, 2025
An Athlete's Guide to Foods That Help Fight Inflammation
Ever finish a workout feeling accomplished only to wake up the next day with sore muscles, aching joints, and stiffness that completely wrecks your day? That post-exercise soreness is your body’s natural response to inflammation, a necessary process for healing and growing stronger. But inflammation can work against your athletic goals, slowing recovery and performance when inflammation sticks around too long.
Alex Oskian
Jun 25, 2025
Why Personalized Nutrition Coaching Gets Faster Results Than Generic Plans
Have you ever tried following a nutrition plan you found online? Or maybe a friend convinced you to try the latest social media nutrition trend, only to end up frustrated by the lack of sustainability or results? You’re not alone. The appeal of quick fixes and one-size-fits-all solutions is everywhere. But here’s the truth: your body, your goals, and your lifestyle are unique, and no generic plan can take that into account.
Brittany Werner
Jun 18, 2025
Alcohol & Fitness Goals: Finding a Balance That Works for You
You've been crushing it in the gym, dialing in your nutrition, and seeing those hard-earned results. But then comes the weekend invitation, the celebratory toast, or just a desire to unwind with a drink. The big question looms: can alcohol and your fitness goals actually coexist?
Team WAG
Jun 2, 2025
10 Essential Healthy BBQ Tips to Enjoy Summer Without Derailing Your Goals
Summer is here, and with it comes the joy of sunshine, longer days, and backyard BBQs! These gatherings are fantastic for connecting with friends and family, but they can also feel like a minefield if you're working hard towards specific nutrition and fitness goals. How do you enjoy the fun without feeling like you've completely undone your progress?
Ali Macy
May 26, 2025
5 Easy Meal Prep Hacks for People Who Hate Meal Prepping
You see those perfectly lined-up containers on Instagram, the colourful, gourmet-looking meals ready for the week, and you know meal prepping could probably help you reach your fitness goals faster. But what about spending hours chopping, cooking, and portioning on your precious Sunday? Ugh. It feels overwhelming, tedious, and maybe... you just kind of hate it.
Ali Macy
May 12, 2025
5 Outdoor Workouts to Kickstart Your Weight Loss Journey
As the weather warms up and the days stretch longer, there's an undeniable pull to spend more time outside. What if you could combine that fresh air and sunshine with your fitness goals? Good news – you absolutely can. Outdoor workouts for weight loss can help you reach your health goals while enjoying the warm weather.
Team WAG
Apr 23, 2025
6 Reasons for Bloating (and Simple Solutions to Finally Feel Good)
Bloating is the unwelcome guest that crashes your workout, ruins your confidence in your favorite jeans, and leaves you feeling sluggish and uncomfortable. If you're working hard towards your weight loss and performance goals, bloating can be incredibly frustrating. You're eating "right " and hitting the gym, but still, that uncomfortable, puffed-up feeling persists.
Team WAG
Apr 21, 2025
The Best Bedtime Snacks for Weight Loss and Muscle Recovery
You've probably heard that eating before bed is a big no-no if you're trying to lose weight or improve your performance in the gym. But what if we told you that choosing the right foods before your head hits the pillow could help you reach your goals?
Team WAG
Apr 14, 2025