Leucine is the amino acid that signals your muscles to start repairing and growing. Here’s why it matters.

To build muscle mass, you need around 0.5–0.9 grams of protein per pound of body weight per day. Here's why and other factors ...

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The intricate regulation of skeletal muscle mass and regeneration involves a network of growth and differentiation factors that orchestrate cellular proliferation, differentiation and repair. Central ...

It may be best to take creatine supplements just before or after a workout to maximize muscle-building benefits. However, taking creatine consistently keeps muscle creatine stores saturated and may be ...

Some workouts leave you buzzing, muscles pumping, and energy on high. Others leave you wondering if you made any progress at all. The difference often comes down to more than just the weight on the ...

Sherri Gordon, CLC is a certified professional life coach, author, and journalist covering health and wellness, social issues, parenting, and mental health. She also has a certificate of completion ...