Monthly Archives: March 2012

Learning to Take Time for Yourself

Posted on March 30, 2012 by 1st Phorm Athlete Jodie Minear

1st Phorm Athlete, Jodie Minear, gives advice on taking time to focus on our mental health, understanding productive downtime & finding hobbies we love… outside of going to the gym! Continue reading →

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Let’s start at the very beginning…

Posted on March 29, 2012 by 1st Phorm Athlete Kerri Hayes

1st Phorm Athlete, Kerri Hayes, gives her personal basic steps to living a healthy lifestyle. From food, water, exercise to journaling these health tips build a better you! Continue reading →

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10 ways to tell you’re NOT in a powerlifting gym

Posted on March 26, 2012 by 1st Phorm Athlete Nick Weite

Nick Weite, 1st Phorm Athlete and Champion Powerlifter, jokes about the top 10 ways to know you’re NOT in a Powerlifting Gym. Full of positive atmosphere, a powerlifitng gym may be what you’ve been looking for! Continue reading →

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Post-Diet Rebounds… Or Possible Metabolic Burnout?

Posted on March 21, 2012 by 1st Phorm Athlete Angela Coleman

Let’s face it, when it comes to losing weight and getting in shape YOUR DIET WILL ALWAYS BE KEY!! But how does one choose a diet that is right for them with all the FAD diets floating around?  Some of … Continue reading →

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Tracking Success

Posted on March 20, 2012 by 1st Phorm Athlete Jodie Minear

How many meals a day do you have? How often do you up your weight in the gym? How many calories do you burn a day? How many more days until your vacation? I could go on and on with … Continue reading →

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The Relationship Between Protein, Essential Amino Acids, Muscle Mass and Body Composition

Posted on March 16, 2012 by Chad Kerksick PhD

High quality protein sources like whey protein, particularly isolate versions which provide greater than 90% protein by weight are critical components to a person’s diet.  If you think, however, that protein is just for people who want to bulk up … Continue reading →

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To Compete or Not To Compete? That is the question

Posted on March 13, 2012 by 1st Phorm Athlete Tony Friedrich

Are you thinking about participating in a bodybuilding competition this year?  Before committing yourself to competing, there are several factors that must be taken into consideration that may affect your decision. 1)     How is competing going to affect my health? … Continue reading →

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Why Buy Organic?

Posted on March 9, 2012 by 1st Phorm Athlete Gillian Risebury

Question:  I was at the supermarket recently and I noticed that organic fruits, veggies, meat and dairy are all so much more expensive than their non-organic counterparts.  I have heard that eating organic is better for you.  Are organic foods … Continue reading →

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Welcome, 1st Phorm Athlete Angela Coleman!

Posted on March 8, 2012 by 1st Phorm Athlete Angela Coleman

Welcome, Angela!  It’s great to have you on the 1st Phorm team.  Check this space for more posts by Angela Coleman, coming soon.

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Preparing For Your First Powerlifting Meet

Posted on March 7, 2012 by 1st Phorm Athlete Nick Weite

Nick Weite, 1st Phorm Athlete & Champion Powerlifter, talks about tips to get yourself physically and mentally prepared before your first powerlifting meet. Continue reading →

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