(Natural News) New research published in the journal Acta Physiologica has identified beetroot juice as a powerful workout-boosting food that “significantly increases muscle force during exercise.” Researchers from the United States and the United Kingdom teamed up to test the effects of beetroot juice on a group of healthy men in their early 20s. The […]

(Natural News) Experienced first responders define a survivor mentality as a “frame of mind that promotes self-empowerment.” Here are some ways to develop the kind of mental toughness you need in a survival scenario. (Related: How to prepare yourself for the collapse of the age of human delusion (and the arrival of human spiritual awakening.) Accept reality […]

(Natural News) Beets are often used to make a sour soup called borscht or salads, but the root vegetable might soon be consumed by many athletes. According to a study conducted by researchers from the University of South Australia (UniSA), beets can naturally boost athletic performance. Researchers conducted a meta-analysis of 118 studies from 25 countries and they […]

(Natural News) Carbo-loading seems like a fun way to boost your performance. After all, enjoying a heaping serving of pasta to meet your fitness goals sounds quite enjoyable. But does stuffing yourself with spaghetti offer benefits? Experts say yes, but only if you’re an endurance athlete. Carbo-loading basics The body stores energy in the form of […]

(Natural News) An amino acid found in many dietary supplements for athletes may play a crucial role in the production of carnosine in skeletal muscle, suggest researchers from Brazil. A natural compound mainly found in muscle tissue and the brain, carnosine helps get rid of reactive aldehydes, which are compounds that can damage the structure […]

(Natural News) Marksmanship is a crucial prepping skill, but you shouldn’t forget another important aspect of your survival: Physical fitness and self-defense skills. (h/t to PersonalDefenseWorld.com) Preppers who want to protect themselves when SHTF often train with firearms, taking care to learn how to use their chosen weapons properly and accurately. However, not all gun owners […]

(Natural News) Looking to increase your energy for exercise or just any sort of physical activity? The answer might lie in one particular type of bacterium. A recent study has illustrated how a specific kind of bacterium present in the guts of athletes could one day be used as a supplement to improve exercise capacity and […]

(Natural News) Ever wonder how elite athletes are able to power through tough challenges? Well, it turns out it’s simply a matter of guts, or rather something that resides in their gut. A recent study highlighted how marathoners have unusually high levels of a bacterium in their digestive tracts that may be helping them go the distance. […]

(Natural News) It can’t be stressed enough that physical activity, be it mundane walking or an intense workout session, is vital for improving overall health. Regular exercise can bring a wide variety of health benefits, including improved mood, reduced risk of heart disease, increased energy levels and weight loss. But as you exercise, you may […]

(Natural News) For athletes, training is just half the equation for winning the sport. The other half could very well be their diet, since eating the right foods can help improve their performance significantly. For the latter, going on the internet can be a minefield, with many health sites offering different (and sometimes even contradicting) […]