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Performance Center providing sports nutrition, physiological testing, and endurance coaching services.

Providing performance nutrition coaching, physiological and biomarker testing, and endurance coaching services to fitness enthusiasts and athletes all around the world.

06/03/2026

Fat Loss and Athletic Performance

Definitely one of the most common (and difficult) topics athletes hire me to help them with is losing body fat. While losing body fat is absolutely realistic, it must be done correctly to avoid a decrease in performance.

Many athletes simply approach losing body fat too aggressively via large calorie deficits, excessive aerobic exercise and reduced carbohydrate intake. While all of these may lead to weight loss, they will likely come at the expense of athletic performance.

The key is to shift from a “weight loss” mindset to a performance-preserving fat loss strategy. Here are some tips to initiate in your fat-loss journey:

Read more here: https://www.enrgperformance.com/blog/fat-loss-and-athletic-performance

05/27/2026

Post-Exercise Oxidative Stress

After a hard workout, what’s the first thing you think about? If you are like me, it’s what to put in your body to maximize recovery - specifically the macronutrients carbohydrates, protein and fat.

Okay, good. We are on the right track. But have you ever thought about what micronutrients are in your macronutrients, specifically, the ones that contain antioxidants?

Did you also know that consuming some antioxidants immediately after exercise can actually impair your fitness gains?

Now that I have your attention, let’s dig a little deeper...

Read more here: https://www.enrgperformance.com/blog/post-exercise-oxidative-stress

05/06/2026

The Benefits of Green Tea Extract

I’m sure you have heard of the potential benefits of green tea but do you know how many systems in the body green tea can really have a positive impact on? Probably more than you think.

Don’t worry if you don’t drink green tea. I’m not trying to get you to start (unless you want to) because, well, you can reap the benefits of green tea by simply using its extract.

Green tea extract, derived from the leaves of Camellia sinensis, is a concentrated source of bioactive compounds that have been widely studied for their impact on health, performance and longevity. Its primary active ingredients (catechins, particularly EGCG) are responsible for many of its physiological benefits.

Let’s dive in...

Read more here: https://www.enrgperformance.com/blog/the-benefits-of-green-tea-extract

04/22/2026

What are Peptids?

Unless you have been living under a rock, you have more than likely heard of the latest supplement that makes some pretty big promises - peptides.

Hands down, peptides have become one of the fastest-growing trends in the health, fitness and longevity space. But, are they “all that”? Let’s dig in.

At a basic level, peptides are short chains of amino acids, the same building blocks that make up proteins. But unlike whole proteins, peptides act more like signaling molecules, telling the body what to do and when to do it.

In the body, peptides regulate a wide variety of functions, from hormone production and immune response to tissue repair and metabolism. For example, peptides can influence the release of growth hormone, support collagen production and affect appetite and fat metabolism. This ability to “communicate” with the body is what makes them so intriguing from a performance and longevity standpoint...

Read more here: https://www.enrgperformance.com/blog/what-are-peptides

04/15/2026

Is Chocolate a "Health" Food?

Due to my obsession with chocolate, I know I can definitely place chocolate in the “health” food category but does it really belong there? The answer is one of my favorites, “it depends”.

The benefits of chocolate depend heavily on the cocoa percentage. The percent cocoa listed in chocolate products tells you how much of the product comes from cocoa solids and cocoa butter - the components that contain the beneficial compounds...

Read more here: https://www.enrgperformance.com/blog/is-chocolate-a-health-food

04/08/2026

Lion's Mane and Brain Health

Lion’s mane is definitely not a new topic or supplement but recently, I have been seeing many products that are including Lion’s Mane in their ingredients. Is it really that important to include in your daily nutrition plan? Let’s find out.

Lion’s mane, a shaggy-looking mushroom, has been touted for improving brain function, supporting physical performance and promoting long-term health. It has been used in traditional medicine for centuries but modern research is now uncovering why it may be so effective.

One of lion’s mane’s most important and popular benefits is its impact on brain health...

Read more here: https://www.enrgperformance.com/blog/lion-s-mane-and-brain-health

03/18/2026

How Gut Bacteria Can Improve Carbohydrate Absorption for Athletes

Gut training to increase carbohydrate absorption during training and competition is a hot thing right now and in my professional opinion, will not be going away anytime soon.

If you plan on pushing your body’s limits of carbohydrate absorption, you may be interested in an emerging area of research that suggests the gut microbiome plays a meaningful role in how efficiently you can absorb and utilize carbohydrates.

Let’s dive into how gut bacteria may influence carbohydrate digestion and absorption and potentially help you improve your athletic performance...

Read more here: https://www.enrgperformance.com/blog/how-gut-bacteria-can-improve-carbohydrate-absorption-for-athletes

03/11/2026

Cluster Dextrin vs. Maltodextrin

Have you heard of Cluster Dextrin? It’s been in the sports nutrition world for a while now and it may just be a game-changer when it comes to using it during your training sessions and competitions.

Let’s get into the differences between cluster dextrin and maltodextrin - the more common carbohydrate used in sports nutrition product.

While both provide energy, they differ significantly in structure, digestion speed, gastrointestinal tolerance and performance application...

Read more here: https://www.enrgperformance.com/blog/cluster-dextrin-vs-maltodextrin

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03/04/2026

SPM vs. Omega-3 Supplements

In a couple of previous articles (SEE HERE), I discussed Specialized Pro-Resolving Mediator (SPM) supplements and their potential benefit on health.

I’m sure you also know about Omega-3 supplements and their amazing benefits.

Now, the reason for this article is because I am frequently asked what is the differences are between SPM and Omega-3 supplements. So, buckle up and put your learning hat on!

SPM and Omega-3 supplements are closely related but are not the same. Both support inflammation but function at different stages of the body’s inflammatory process and serve distinct roles...

Read more here: https://www.enrgperformance.com/blog/spm-vs-omega-3-supplements

02/25/2026

Nitrates for Health and Performance

Today, I’m talking all about nitrates - naturally occurring compounds that are composed of nitrogen and oxygen.

These compounds may just be that game changer you need to enhance your health and performance so keep reading to learn how they work and where you can get them from via food.

Dietary nitrates are found primarily in vegetables such as spinach, arugula, celery and especially beetroot. Once consumed, nitrates (NO3) are converted in the body to nitrites (NO2) and then to nitric oxide (NO). Yes, that nitric oxide you hear so much about due to its role in vascular health and exercise performance.

A quick primer about nitric oxide. NO helps relax and widen blood vessels, improving blood flow and oxygen delivery to tissues. The NO3 to NO2 to NO pathway becomes particularly important during low-oxygen conditions, such as intense exercise. This makes dietary nitrates especially valuable for active individuals for the following reasons:

Read more here: https://www.enrgperformance.com/blog/nitrates-for-health-and-performance

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