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Expert nutrition advice, tracking tutorials, member stories, and more to help you reach your goals.

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

Alex Oskian

Jun 25, 2025

1 min read

How to Get Lean for Summer: A Realistic Nutrition Timeline & Strategy (No Crash Diets!)

As the days get longer and warmer, the phrase "summer ready" starts popping up everywhere. It often comes with images of drastic transformations achieved through extreme diets and punishing workout routines. While the desire to feel confident and energetic during the summer months is completely understandable, the typical crash-diet approach often does more harm than good.

Team WAG

Team WAG

May 14, 2025

1 min read

The Ultimate Guide to Workout Nutrition (for Maximum Results)

You hit the gym consistently. You push yourself through tough workouts. You're putting in the effort, but are you seeing the results you truly want – lean muscle, fat loss, and improved performance? If things feel stalled, the missing piece might be hiding in plain sight: your workout nutrition.

Ali Macy

Ali Macy

May 5, 2025

1 min read

Running for Weight Loss: How to Make Your Miles Count

Running for weight loss is a highly effective way to burn calories and improve overall fitness. This post will guide you on making the most of your runs, focusing on various techniques, including the best workouts to maximize calorie burn while running.

Alex Oskian

Alex Oskian

Apr 30, 2025

1 min read

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

Team WAG

Apr 23, 2025

1 min read

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

Team WAG

Apr 21, 2025

1 min read

5 Ways to Avoid Burnout and Overtraining: Nutrition Tips for Recovery

Have you ever felt completely drained after a workout? Maybe you’re pushing yourself harder than ever, but you’re feeling increasingly tired and irritable instead of feeling stronger. Today, we’re covering five key nutrition strategies to help you avoid burnout and overtraining while optimizing your recovery.

Ali Macy

Ali Macy

Feb 17, 2025

1 min read

The Best Post-Workout Meals for Winter: Fuel Your Recovery

The cold months call for meals that deliver the perfect mix of protein, carbs, and healthy fats and provide the warmth and comfort we all crave during winter. Whether you're hitting the gym, tackling a snowy trail, or training for your next big goal, these are the best post-workout meals to help you recover faster and stay strong all season long.

Ali Macy

Ali Macy

Jan 27, 2025

1 min read

75 Hard vs. Operation 66: Which Fitness Challenge Is Right for You?

Fitness challenges are having a moment. Hashtags are blowing up on social media and friends trading Netflix binges for daily workouts. Structured programs are taking over the wellness scene. Let’s spotlight two of the most popular and figure out what fuels your fitness: 75 Hard vs. Operation 66.

Amy Cimo

Amy Cimo

Dec 23, 2024

1 min read