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How Often Can Athletes Train?

There has been lots of conversation debating how often one should work out. Plus how should I break down my workouts? We at XP are strong believers in working out 6 days/week.

Is Aspartame Something We Should Consume?

The answer is no!!! But, if you want some history on the subject read on.

The War on Cancer

It was 1971 when Congress declared war on cancer.  In the last 30 years cancer has doubled and if nothing changes will triple by 2030.  We are losing the war against cancer.

What to Do Now? (Getting Ready for Next Season)

With the end of basketball season here and summer vacation coming in a few weeks, many athletes are wondering, "What do I do to get ready for next season?" The simple answer is first sit down with your co

I'll Take My Agave as Tequila, Thanks!

My favorite drink of celebration is a shot of Patron, two ice cubes, two limes. Agave...Ahhh what a fine plant!

What It Takes to Become Great!!

In Malcolm Gladwell's Outliers, the author repeatedly mentions very successful people, from business, art, sports and music.

How Much Protein?

Many people, over the years, have asked the question, " How much protein should I consume?" The easy answer is 1/2 your bodyweight.

Ways to Improve Your Health Care NOW

No matter what the outcome is of the House and Senate's move to resolve health care, there are a few things "We The People" can start doing right away.  In addition to the obvious things like not smoking

The Big Boss L-Glutamine

Bruce Springstein maybe "The Boss" in the world of rock 'n roll, but, in the world of amino acids, L-Glutamine is "The Big Boss."  It's Big Boss status is demonstrated by the fact that it's the most abund

Cinnamon: Fast Track to Fat Loss

The ancient spice cinnamon has been treasured for its unique properties for thousands of years and now promotes healthy weight management. Scientists have recently discovered that cinnamon assists the body's conversion of sugar (glucose) into energy by activating receptor sites in muscle.

Farewell Medium Rare

I've recently read something that stopped me cold and definitely got my attention: an article by Stephanie Woodward in Prevention Magazine about super microbes in our bodies and the meats we consume.