I don’t do product reviews often, but maybe I’ll start. These are kind of fun.I get asked about the Quest Bar all the time. Quite honestly, I’ve eaten a lot of them and tried nearly all the flavors. I owe it to you to break these down. In the process, I’ll be squashing your fantasies and kicking your dog on my way out.Mama said to always give you the good news first. … [Read more...]
Protein Powders? Choose the Beef Instead
By now, you’re familiar with my stance on supplements. The query of whether to use protein powder continually comes up, however. The most recent example occurred in my own home!My 14 year old, Chase, came up to me the other day and asked for protein powder. I looked at him, paused, and took a deep breath before asking why. He explained he needed it after his off-season … [Read more...]
Food Synergy
I’m often asked what food should be eaten prior to competition for fuel, consumed prior to bed to burn fat or to assist in getting a good night’s sleep.While there are certainly individual choices that are better than others, the whole is greater than the sum of the parts.Synergy is defined as the interaction of multiple elements in a system to produce an effect … [Read more...]
Answering Your Questions
I appreciate all the great questions. Take a look at my previous posts if you’re curious about supplements, general workout routines or how I structure my workout days. Jeremy asks, "Gabe, can you give us an example a sample one day diet outline for yourself?" Love this question. Here's an ideal day.6:45am: Tall glass of water with organic lemon.7:00am: Another tall … [Read more...]
Supplements
Peer into the locker of most professional athletes, and you’ll find a plethora of legal powders and pills promising larger muscles, speedier recovery and increased energy. Some of these magic elixirs even claim to improve reaction time and memory. Supplement companies make equally empty suggestions to the general public that may be even more egregious.The supplement … [Read more...]