A few decades ago, the health industry was rocked by claims that dietary cholesterol leads to an increase in serum cholesterol and is responsible for an elevated risk of cardiovascular diseases. Cut to 2020 and followers of the Low Carb movement can’t stop adding butter into their coffee.…
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INFS Alumni Story – Post Pregnancy Journey towards Fitness
Hi, I am Sudipta Dash and am extremely glad and excited to share that I have successfully completed both INFS Foundation and Expert courses within 3 months with a score of 99 percentile.
My journey towards fitness started post my pregnancy.…
Research Review: Potato Protein Isolate Stimulates Muscle Protein Synthesis
Author : Dr. Akshay Alawani, INFS Faculty Head
With this research review we would also like to bring to your attention the importance of “critical evaluation of a study” and how it benefits coaches.
What is this critical thinking? And how does it help one in practice?
…Is Non-Vegetarian safe in Covid-19 times?
Author: Praveen Budhrani, INFS alumini and Fittr coach
The novel coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak exposed our world to a threat that was not seen by humanity in the last two decades. The impact that this outbreak is having in terms of deaths and infections is exponentially more than what happened in the past pandemics.…
Immunonutrition – Covid-19
Author: Dr. Akshay Alawani, INFS Faculty Head
Disclaimer: We are in no way telling you that eating something will guarantee additional immunity and lower susceptibility towards COVID-19.
However, we will provide you with crucial information about how nutrients affect your immune system.…
Supplements that don’t work
Author: Anshul Dhamande, INFS Faculty, Standard Coach @ Fittr
Supplements have become increasingly popular among gym-goers. There is a growing demand for sports nutrition supplements in the market, both in physical stores and online sites. People interested in fitness and improving their physique sometimes opt for supplements to enhance their muscle growth in combination with exercise, such as weightlifting.…
Protein Intake and Timing
Author: Anshul Dhamande, INFS Faculty, Standard Coach @ Fittr
Does Protein Timing Really Matter for Building Muscle?
The most discussed macro nutrient among fitness enthusiasts is protein. And yet there is so much confusion regarding protein timing and quantity. The following questions are frequently asked in the fitness communities: When is the best time to consume protein?…
Are you suffering from EXERCISE OBSESSION?
Being dedicated and passionate for your goal is not wrong, but when fitness is the only thing on your mind and it becomes compulsive, you might be entering dangerous territory! When following a healthy lifestyle it is important to make sure it does not turn into an unhealthy obsession.…
Muscle Loss Prevention in Lockdown
All gyms closed due to lockdown! Am I going to lose all my hard-gained muscles? I do not have gym equipment at home, am I going to lose all my strength? Can doing light exercises prevent muscle atrophy (muscle loss)? Will bed rest from injury take away all my muscles?…