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Whether you are trying to lose weight, build muscle, or improve your overall fitness level, your mindset plays a critical role in determining your level of success. The good news is that mindset is something that you can cultivate and develop over time. In this article, I will share with you some strategies that you can use to unlock the power of your mindset and achieve more than you ever thought possible at the gym. Visualize Success Visualizing success is a powerful tool that can help you achieve your goals at the gym. Take some time before your workout to...

Excessive cardio can negatively impact muscle gains if it is not properly balanced with strength training and adequate protein intake. Cardio can burn calories and increase muscle endurance, but it does not directly lead to muscle growth like strength training does. It's important to find a balance between cardio and strength training to achieve overall fitness goals. Additionally, adequate protein intake is necessary for muscle repair and growth. How Much Cardio Should You Do When Trying to Gain Muscle? When trying to gain muscle, it's important to focus primarily on strength training and to limit the amount of cardio you...

Rob joined Jimmy Fallon on The Tonight Show to talk Super Bowl picks, partying, Tom Brady, and Ice Shaker!   Watch as Rob talks shop about Chris and the Ice Shaker business with Jason and Travis Kelce on The New Heights Podcast.

Am I Drinking Enough Water? Water, water, and more water! Athlete or non-athlete, young or old, big or small - we’re all told all the time to drink more water. But do you honestly know and understand the real reason why water is crucial for not only results in the gym but overall health? What are the consequences of not drinking enough water on a daily basis? Regardless of your goal; trimming fat, maintenance, or muscle gain, you’re not maximizing your potential and hard work without ample water consumption. HOW MUCH WATER SHOULD I BE DRINKING? Sadly, majority of the...

WHAT’S THE POINT OF MEAL REPLACEMENT BARS AND POWDERS? Put simply, meal replacements were a quick and easy way for athletes to pack-on needed calories and nutrition. Typically much faster to make and eat, bars and powders were a great substitute for an entire meal. The need for meal replacement might be due to: Lack of time Need to eat outside home Increased portion sizes The availability, convenience, and taste of high-energy but low-nutrient dense food Tons of athletes and fitness-minded people still utilize meal replacements but their role has grown exponentially. In addition to athletes using meal replacement supplements,...