We’re proud to offer a broad assortment of delicious function driven supplement beverage blends for every area of your healthy active lifestyle! Whether you are a diehard fitness fanatic, jet setting world traveler, hardcore adrenaline loving thrill seeker, or business minded entrepreneur, we’ve got you covered!
Here is a description of each of our carefully crafted supplement beverage blends, each a perfect companion for you on your day to day journey no matter where life takes you!
LIFEAID-Lemon Cayenne: The LIFEAID Vitality Blend provides key natural ingredients essential for optimal health and vitality. It includes Turmeric, Rosemary, Ginger, Oregano, Vitamin C, Magnesium, Cayenne and more, with a clean and refreshing taste. Ditch the soda, and treat your body right with a LIFEAID - it will thank you for it.
The LIFEAID Broad Spectrum Hemp Blend - Herbal Lemon: The LIFEAID Broad Spectrum Hemp Balance Blend is lightly carbonated and has a refreshingly light Herbal Lemon taste, one of the best flavor profiles on the market for CBD. It may remind you of sipping lemonade on a sunny day, offering subtle hints of rosemary and lemon balm. Now you can drink happy thoughts. Every can is 100% non psychoactive , with only 40 calories and containing adaptogens (rosemary and lemon balm) and hemp extract to help provide balanced bliss in your everyday life.
FITAID Citrus Medley: The FITAID Recovery Blend provides high quality, clean nutrients to help your body recover after intense activity or exercise. FITAID delivers BCAAs, L-Glutamine, L-Arginine, Vitamins C and D3, B Complex, Glucosamine, Turmeric, CoQ10. Our raw organic agave accommodates the glycogen window and provides your body with a complete and clean recovery. From elite athletes to those with active lifestyles, FITAID keeps you on the move.
FITAID Strawberry Lemonade: The same great benefits of FITAID Citrus Medley, The FITAID Strawberry Lemonade Recovery Blend provides high-quality, clean nutrients to help your body recover, anti-inflammatory goodness, and great taste. Crack open a can of FITAID Strawberry Lemonade and always be in a summer-time mood.
FitAid RX Sour Grape: RX contains all the ingredients from the FitAid Recovery Blend you know and love plus 1,000mg of Creatine which your muscles need after any intense physical activity or exercise, and a Mixed-Berry taste you’ll love! Recover with RX.
FITAID ZERO Citrus Medley: The FITAID ZERO Recovery Blend provides high-quality, clean nutrients with zero sugar to help your body recover clean with NO sucralose and NO aspartame after intense physical activity or exercise. Sweetened with Monk Fruit & Stevia, each can of FITAID is low-cal and has a refreshing Citrus taste you’ll love. Plus, it contains BCAAs, L-Glutamine, L-Arginine, Vitamins C & D3, B-Complex, Glucosamine, Turmeric, CoQ10. Made with only the good stuff, FITAID ZERO is the healthy, Keto-friendly choice for recovery that fits your active lifestyle.
FITAID RX ZERO Sour Grape: The FITAID RX ZERO Recovery Blend contains the same high-quality vitamins and nutrients as FITAID ZERO, providing a sugar-free way to help your body recover clean with NO sucralose and NO aspartame. Sweetened with Monk Fruit & Stevia, FITAID RX ZERO is low-cal and Keto-friendly. Plus, it contains 1,000mg of added Creatine which your muscles need after any intense physical activity or exercise, and a Mixed-Berry taste you’ll love! Made with zero sugar and only the good stuff, so you can train harder and recover clean.
FOCUSAID ZERO SUGAR Melon Mate: The FOCUSAID ZERO Blend helps you get in the zone with brain-boosting Nootropics + zero sugar. Your clean, Keto-friendly energy choice—100mg of natural caffeine in every can to help boost your mental focus.
FOCUSAID Melon Mate: The FOCUSAID Energy Blend provides clean nourishment for your brain to get you focused and on task. It contains a blend of nootropics like Alpha-GPC, GABA, Acetyl-L Carnitine and Rhodiola Rosea, and natural caffeine from Green tea and Yerba Mate. Whether it’s crunch time, finals week or late night gaming… up-level with a FOCUSAID and get in the zone.
FOCUSAID Watermelon Mint: The FOCUSAID Energy Blend provides all the same clean nourishment for your brain as FOCUSAID Melon Mate just in a crisp, refreshing watermelon mint flavor. So remember, whenever you need that extra brain boost, FOCUSAID should be your go to!
PARTYAID Berry Bliss: The PARTYAID Recovery Blend replenishes essential nutrients your body and mind need after a long night of fun. L Tyrosine and 5-HTP boost serotonin. Milk Thistle supports liver detox, while Electrolytes and Magnesium combine for body assistance and hydration. Have fun without regret – drink a PARTYAID!
IMMUNITYAID Orange Burst: The IMMUNITYAID Wellness Blend delivers key vitamins and nutrients to help you boost your immune system when you need it most. Vitamins A, C and D, as well as Zinc, Echinacea, and Astragalus Root promote wellness and immune support.
GOLFERAID Island Citrus: The GOLFERAID Performance Blend provides clean nutrition to help you perform and recover. The performance blend is full of B Vitamins and CoQ-10 designed to give you stamina and focus throughout your round- without caffeine. Turmeric, Glucosamine, and MSM help with joint and muscle mobility. Drink clean on the green, with GOLFERAID.
LIFEAID GO!
FITAID GO! Citrus: The Zero sugar FITAID GO! Recovery Blend provides hydration + clean recovery, with high-quality, clean nutrients to help your body recover and stay hydrated after physical activity or exercise. Happily sweetened with monk fruit & Stevia, each packet of FITAID GO! is only 20 calories and has a refreshing citrus taste you’ll love. Plus, it contains BCAAs, Glutamine, electrolytes, vitamins C & D, B-complex, Glucosamine, turmeric, and CoQ10. Made with only the good stuff, FITAID GO! is the convenient, Keto-friendly choice for recovery that fits your active lifestyle on the go. Throw a packet in your pocket, backpack or gym back. Just mix with 12-16 ounces of water. FITAID GO! is perfect for wherever life takes you.
FOCUSAID GO! Melon: The zero sugar FOCUSAID GO! Energy Blend provides hydration + clean energy for your brain to help you focus and stay in ‘the zone.’ Happily sweetened with monk fruit & Stevia, each packet of FOCUSAID GO! is only 20 calories and has a refreshing melon taste you’ll love. It contains a blend of Nootropics (Alpha-GPC, GABA, Acetyl-L-Carnitine and Rhodiola Rosea) plus 100mg of natural caffeine from green tea and yerba mate. Whether it’s crunch time, the afternoon workday slump, finals week or just time to get in the zone, the ingredients in FOCUSAID GO! will help provide the clean energy and brain boost you need (without the jitters, since it contains no added caffeine and zero Taurine). Throw a packet in your pocket, backpack or gym bag. Just mix with 12-16 ounces of water. FOCUSAID GO! is perfect for wherever life takes you.
PARTYAID GO! Mixed Berry: The zero sugar PARTYAID GO! Recovery Blend delivers hydration + key vitamins for clean recovery to help replenish essential nutrients your body and mind need after partying. Just add to 12-16 ounces of water (1 packet = 1 can). Perfect for life on the go, each packet contains L-Tyrosine and 5-HTP to boost Serotonin levels, milk thistle to support liver detox, plus electrolytes and Magnesium for hydration. Happily sweetened with monk fruit & Stevia, each Keto-friendly packet of PARTYAID GO! is only 20 calories and has a refreshing berry taste you’ll love. Throw a packet in your pocket or bag so you can party smarter on the go with PARTYAID GO! All the partying, none of the regret — bring a packet of PARTYAID GO! with you to help you feel revived after you party!
IMMUNITYAID GO! Orange: The zero sugar IMMUNITYAID GO! Wellness Blend delivers hydration + clean immunity, with key vitamins and nutrients to help boost your immune system. Just add to 12-16 ounces of water (1 packet = 1 can). Perfect for life on the go, each packet contains vitamin C, Zinc, echinacea and astragalus root to help promote wellness. Happily sweetened with monk fruit & Stevia, each packet of IMMUNITAID GO! is only 20 calories and has a refreshing orange taste you’ll love. Throw a packet in your pocket or bag to give your immune system a boost on the go—IMMUNITYAID GO!
DREAMAID GO! Tangerine: The zero sugar DREAMAID GO! sleep aid packets contain key vitamins & nutrients - like stress-reducing Melatonin, Chamomile, and Valerian - to promote restful, rejuvenating sleep (with zero sugar and no caffeine).Just add hot or cold water to enjoy a soothing tangerine bedtime beverage that helps you fall asleep and maintain restful, restorative sleep all night long with DREAMAID GO!
There you have it, the ever-expanding roster of the LIFEAID Collection. Now the only question is…which do you pick up first? Tag us on Instagram with your favorite beverage blend! @FITAID
We’re proud to offer a broad assortment of delicious function driven supplement beverage blends for every area of your healthy active lifestyle! Whether you are a diehard fitness fanatic, jet setting world traveler, hardcore adrenaline loving thrill seeker, or business minded entrepreneur, we’ve got you covered! Here is a description of each of our carefully […]
Nobody goes to the court and plays just one match of pickleball. Before you know it, you're 4 or 5 matches in or 15 games deep and you still want to keep playing. Oh, and you want to come back to the court tomorrow because you're having that much fun. Well in order to keep playing at a high level, you must take your recovery very seriously.
Get a good night’s rest
This is the most important factor when it comes to recovering from a long day of Pickleballing. Sleep gives our bodies the time to rest and recharge for the day ahead. Ensure that you can sleep for a good eight to ten hours after playing a couple matches of Pickleball.
Practice yoga or light stretching
After that match of Pickleball, do not just go sit down. This is the perfect time to stretch out and improve flexibility. Stretching helps your body cool down because going from exerting a lot of energy to a complete rest can shock your body and make it harder to feel loose the next day. Also, implementing yoga into your weekly activities can keep your muscles loose so you can be sure to not pull or tweak anything while playing Pickleball. So, always remember to get those stretches in to ensure your body is loose and your muscles are properly recovering.
Maintain a healthy diet
Your body needs a good diet to have all the right vitamins and minerals to play Pickleball at a high level. You get out what you put in and if you're putting junk in your body, your Pickleball game will be junk. Be sure to stay up on protein, fruits, vegetables, and carbs so that you do not feel drained after a long day of Pickleball matches.
Foam Roll
Foam rolling any knots or trigger points can be huge to help you recover. Foam rollers are used for self-myofascial release (SMR) and can relieve any tension in minutes. By adding a foam roller to your recovery process, you can recover faster and keep your muscles feeling relaxed.
Hydrate, Hydrate, Hydrate
I can not say this enough but hydrate, hydrate, hydrate! Pickleball is a sport that can take a lot out of you, especially if you are playing outside, under the sun, in high temperatures. To avoid dehydration, it is important to keep your hydration levels up. Water helps to flush toxins out of your body, transport nutrients into the cells, and regulate your body temperature and pH balance. It can also help with muscle soreness and tension.
More importantly, after you have hydrated your body with water, chase that down with an ice-cold FITAID! FITAID has all the essential vitamins and ingredients to help your body fully recover and the best part, it tastes great!
Nobody goes to the court and plays just one match of pickleball. Before you know it, you’re 4 or 5 matches in or 15 games deep and you still want to keep playing. Oh, and you want to come back to the court tomorrow because you’re having that much fun. Well in order to keep […]
The LIFEAID team sat down with Pro Pickleball player Tanner Wallace and got to know a little more about him and his love for Pickleball.
When and why did you start playing Pickleball?
“I started playing pickleball in 2019. I was in Florida on my college spring break with my family. A guy named Adam or better known as Eddie in the pickleball community showed my family this sport at the place we were staying at. Since then I came back home to Michigan and did not pick the paddle back up for around 6 months. Then picked it back up after I finished my college soccer career as I needed to stay active. I then became hooked and traveled to tournaments around the country. This sport is great for anyone old or young, anyone can play with anyone.”
Advice for anyone who has never played pickleball?
“My advice for a new pickleball player is to have fun with it. Learn the rules and watch videos on the sport to get a better understanding. As a new player you do not need the best equipment to start off but as the addiction to pickleball begins you will want to obtain better equipment to keep up with the competition. Consistency is key for this sport as well as patience”
What makes pickleball such an exciting sport?
“I think what makes pickleball such an exciting sport is the way that anyone can pick up a paddle and keep a rally going. It is so easy to play and get better at. You have a great community of players as well, no one I have met is mean. When going to a tournament it is like a party and that is what makes it fun.”
Any advice for a young pickleball player looking to go pro?
“As someone who wants to go pro, you will need to know a few things upfront. One, there is a lot of practice and time that goes into learning the game and the correct shots to use at the right time. Another is the money. It is very expensive to become a pro as you will have to travel a lot. I believe a Pro right now spoke and said that it cost around $26,000 a year for him to play in all the tournaments. But with that being said sponsors like FitAid are coming into this sport and it may get better as more sponsors come into the sport. One thing I will recommend that I am doing myself is to start at your actual rating and move up as you win gold. I started at 3.5 and have moved up all the way to pro. Don’t Rush the process and it will help in the long run.”
Most memorable pickleball moment?
“My most memorable moment so far in my pickleball career is playing in a local tournament with my dad. We played in an advanced bracket tournament full of 4.0 and up. We got second but being able to play alongside my dad was great. Even though I have medaled at many great tournaments my favorite was still the one playing with my dad. Family is important to me and this was a memory I will cherish forever.”
Are there any pickleball players you look up to?
“When I first started playing pickleball Kyle Yates was the GUY! He was my Idol and it was cool to meet him as well at a tournament I went to in Punta Gorda Florida. I think that even though Kyle is no longer at the top I still think he is my favorite as I have tried to resemble my game to his just with a few more Ernie shots in my portfolio.”
Would you rather play inside or outside?
“I prefer to play outside at local parks and the reason for this is because I want to practice for tournaments. Most tournaments are outside but living in Michigan it is hard to play outside year-round.”
What is your go-to recovery after every Pickleball match?
“My favorite recovery drink is LifeAid. Now, why is that? It is because it is the best thing for you after a long day on the court. This drink not only helps my body feel better but also tastes great. My favorite flavor so far is strawberry lemonade. I make sure to have this in my bag after every pickleball match. Before this drink, I always felt tired the next day and not being able to perform at my best. Trust me at tournaments in pickleball you want to feel your best as you have a long 3 days ahead of you. Without LifeAid I don’t think that I could be at my best after my first day at the tournament.”
The LIFEAID team sat down with Pro Pickleball player Tanner Wallace and got to know a little more about him and his love for Pickleball. When and why did you start playing Pickleball? “I started playing pickleball in 2019. I was in Florida on my college spring break with my family. A guy named Adam […]
Do you know what the fastest growing sport in America is? Have you not heard of Pickleball? Well good thing we can educate you on all things Pickleball. So…what is Pickleball?
Have you played tennis, badminton, or table tennis? If you have, then you have basically already played Pickleball. Pickleball is a hybrid sport that combines aspects of all three sports. This game can be played on a tennis court, gymnasium floor or in your neighborhood's cul de sac on good ole concrete. In other words, this game can virtually be played anywhere you can lay some lines down and design a court. The game of Pickleball uses paddles, not racquets, to hit a plastic wiffleball over a net. The court is 20 feet wide and 44 feet long, almost a ⅓ of a regulation size tennis court.
The Court
Like mentioned before, the Pickleball court is 20 feet wide and 44 feet long. The court consists of two service squares and a non-volley zone known as the “kitchen.” Players are not allowed to volleyball the ball while standing in the kitchen as this is what separates Pickleball from tennis, badminton and table tennis. This allows for a safe space for the ball to land allowing people of all ages to compete together.
The Pickle “Ball”
The actual ball used to play Pickleball is none other than your standard wiffle ball. However, it depends on the surface in which you are playing. If you are playing outside on a hard surface, you should use a firmer wiffle ball. If playing indoors on a softer surface, there is a pickleball with less holes drilled into and not as firm.
Gameplay
The gameplay of pickleball is pretty straightforward. This game, similar to tennis, can be played as either singles (1v1) or doubles (2v2). Games are played to 11, win by two, and a Pickleball match is played best 2 out of 3 games. To start a Pickleball game, one player serves the ball from behind the baseline into the diagonal service square on the other side of the net. When that ball is returned, the ball must bounce once before it can be played. From there, the game goes on like tennis. Points are earned when the ball is hit out of bounds, into the net, or bouncing twice.
So grab some friends, grab a pickleball, some paddles, and head to your nearest pickleball court (I guarantee you there is one closer than you think!). And don’t forget to grab your FITAID to recover after a couple Pickleball matches! Are you in a Pickleball league? Tag us on Instagram with your favorite Pickleball stories! @FITAID
Do you know what the fastest growing sport in America is? Have you not heard of Pickleball? Well good thing we can educate you on all things Pickleball. So…what is Pickleball? Have you played tennis, badminton, or table tennis? If you have, then you have basically already played Pickleball. Pickleball is a hybrid sport that […]
Santa Cruz, Calif., April, 1st, 2022 - LIFEAID, The Performance Beverage Company continues to disrupt the market with ground breaking products. Hot off the heels of a record setting ecomm performance of FOCUSAID Watermelon Mint in February; LIFEAID went back into the lab (or to the Pickleball courts) and fermented a recovery beverage for Pickleballing pickle people. PICKLEAID Prickly Pickle has been pickled in our warehouse and is ready to hit the shelves. To those traditionalists still stuck on boring tennis and complaining about tennis courts being crowded with Pickleball players, it’s only going to get worse!
“Being that we are the #1 recovery beverage on the market, it was only right we added a pickle flavor to our portfolio. I mean who doesn’t enjoy a crisp, salty pickle at any time of the day. Pickle juice by itself is great for rehydration, especially after a Pickleball game. Take pickle juice, our proven and tested recovery blend, and BOOM! You single handedly have the best tasting recovery beverage on the market.” Says, LIFEAID Sports Division Marketing Coordinator, Brice McAllister.
PICKLEAID Prickly Pickle includes all of the same great ingredients of the original FITAID blend including BCAAs, Turmeric, and is sweetened with raw organic blue agave with no artificial sweeteners. However, LIFEAID has put a spin on this mix for those pickle lovers out there. PICKLEAID Prickly Pickle is loaded with organic dill to give the beverage that authentic pickle flavor. Cloves of fresh garlic have been pressed and turned into liquid. LIFEAID usually does not add sodium to their beverages but artisanal vinegar and the finest of himalayan sea salts have been added to give it the perfect zesty blend . Cracking open an ice cold PICKLEAID is basically like biting into a rich and juicy pickle. Only difference is that you can shotgun a PICKLEAID.
PICKLEAID was specifically designed for those athletes that protect their kitchen, have perfected the dink shot, and call the Pickledome their home. PICKLEAID is the recovery beverage of Pickleball players across the globe. After playing several Pickleball games, the best way to recover and do it all over again is by cracking open an ice-cold can of PICKLEAID.
If you have made it this far, you must have really been craving a PICKLEAID flavor. Well, like any product launch on April 1st, APRIL FOOLS! You may not be able to get PICKLEAID Prickly Pickle but you can get 20% off your order if you use the code PICKLEAID at checkout.
About LIFEAID Beverage Co.
With a focus on great tasting, wellness enhancing and functionally driven supplement products, LIFEAID Beverage Co. has become a trusted brand among athletes, health-conscience and performance minded consumers. Headquartered in Santa Cruz, California, LIFEAID is home to premium performance products and passionate people. Products include both ready to drink and powdered mix blends including FITAID, FOCUSAID, IMMUNITYAID, DREAMAID and PARTYAID, and now PICKLEAID. Visit lifeaidbevco.com to learn more.
Santa Cruz, Calif., April, 1st, 2022 – LIFEAID, The Performance Beverage Company continues to disrupt the market with ground breaking products. Hot off the heels of a record setting ecomm performance of FOCUSAID Watermelon Mint in February; LIFEAID went back into the lab (or to the Pickleball courts) and fermented a recovery beverage for Pickleballing […]
Do you want to get started playing Pickleball but are you not sure what all the lingo, terms, and phrases even mean? Have you heard the word Kitchen on the Pickleball court and had no idea what is being talked about? We got you covered! Take a look and study our Pickleball dictionary so when you get to the Pickleball court, you know everything being said within those lines.
Slang Terms:
Ace - a serve so epic that the opponent can not return and a point is won
Dillball - a shot that is inbounds and has bounced once (ie. a live ball)
Dink Shot - a soft shot that falls into your opponent’s “kitchen”
Falafel - a shot that falls short due to hitting the pickleball without any power. Also known as a “dead paddle”
Flapjack - a show that must bounce before it can be hit. This occurs during the first two shots of any point. After the third shot, no bounce is needed
Junior - a player between the ages of 7 and 19
Opa! - a cheer often shouted out after the 3rd shot has been hit nad open volleying has begun
Pickle! - A server will shout “Pickle!” to let all other players know that they are about to serve
Pickled - When a team scores zero points in a whole game. “You’ve been pickled”
Pickledome - the court where the championship match in a pickleball tournament is played
Pickler - a pickleball addict
Poach - When playing doubles, a poach is to cross over into your partner's side of the court to hit a shot
Smash - a shot that is hit above the hitter’s head a.k.a a cooler way of saying an overhead shot
Volley Llama - an illegal move, or fault, where a player hits a shot in the non-volley zone
Techniques and Skills:
Approach Shot – This is a type of shot that is executed by a player who is running towards the net. This type of shot can either be a backhand or forehand.
Serve – A serve is the starting point for any play. During a serve, the player must start out from behind the baseline. When a player earns the serve, it means that they have won the previous point.
Backcourt – This is the area of the court located near the baseline.
Backspin – This type of pickleball shot is also called a slice or chop. This is achieved by applying spin to a ball using a high or low motion. This causes the ball to spin in another direction.
Backswing – This type of move is when the player moves the paddle backward in preparation for the next shot.
Backhand – This is a type of shot in pickleball wherein the ball is hit on the opposite side of the player’s dominant forehand.
Carry – This type of shot is when the ball is hit using a forward swing without allowing it to bounce off the court.
Dead Ball – This term is used to refer to a dead play, or when a point is scored by one of the teams.
Doubles – This is a type of game that is played by two players on each side. The team can be composed of men, women, or mixed.
Double Bounce – This is the most basic rule of pickleball: to not let the ball bounce on the court twice. When this happens, it is an automatic point for the opposing team.
Down the Line – This is a type of shot that is placed parallel to the baseline. It is usually one of the hardest shots to receive.
Drop Shot – This is a type of soft shot that is usually straight in direction but low in trajectory.
Drop Spin – This is an advanced skill for expert pickleball players. It tends to drop sharply across the net.
Forehand – This type of shot is defined as a stroke that is consistent with the side of the body where your paddle is.
Game – It refers to a series of plays that are executed by each team. A game is complete once one team has scored 11 points (and must have a 2-point margin).
Overhead Shot – This is a type of shot that is executed with the paddle above the head. This allows the offensive player to direct the ball downwards in a fast motion, making it difficult to catch for the opposing team.
Technical Foul – A team earns a point when the opposing team is called for a technical foul. It is usually given by the referee when one team or player violates the standard rules of play. This can be the use of abusive language or any unsportsmanlike conduct.
Court Terms:
Baseline – This refers to the line at the back of the court. When serving, your foot must be behind this line.
Sideline – This refers to the line on opposing sides of the court. The ball must be kept inside the court for the play to be live.
Non-Volley Zone or “Kitchen” – This refers to that area in the court that is seven feet from both sides of the net. As the name implies, players are not allowed to execute a volley shot while inside this area.
No Man’s Land – This is the space between the no-volley zone and the baseline. This is considered the most dangerous part of the court as it is also the largest zone. There are plenty of open spots for the opposing players to drop the ball here.
Centerline – This is the line that divides the court into two halves: the non-volley zone and the backcourt.
Cross Court – This is the area of the court that is diagonal to the position of the player on court.
Gameplay:
Side Out – Side Out is when a team has the ball out of bounds during play. When this call is made, it means that the opposing team earns the chance to serve the ball.
Setup – This is a technique used by players of pickleball to deceive the opposing player’s defense. You are manipulating the defense to guard a certain area when in fact you are directing the ball to another.
Rally – This is a consecutive streak of shots that are played by both teams before a point is scored.
Fault (Volley Llama) – This is any type of violation of any rules that results in a point for the opposing team (of the one that committed the fault).
Put Away – This is when one player from a team closes a point for their team.
Get – This is a term used to refer to a point that was difficult to get, yet a player manages to score that point.
“Bounce It” – This is a type of play called wherein you do not hit the ball and instead let it go out of bounds.
Do you want to get started playing Pickleball but are you not sure what all the lingo, terms, and phrases even mean? Have you heard the word Kitchen on the Pickleball court and had no idea what is being talked about? We got you covered! Take a look and study our Pickleball dictionary so when […]
Yoga is a form of exercise that involves physical, mental, and spiritual practices. It has numerous benefits for physical and mental health while allowing you to connect with your inner self. Practicing Yoga can improve your quality of life and make you healthier. How did yoga come to be? Is it different from what we practice today? What is the history of yoga?
It consists of postures, meditation, and breathing exercises to strengthen the body, improve mental health, and offer spiritual relaxation. While the practice has been around since ancient times, not many people know the history of Yoga. Read on to learn how Yoga began and how it evolved.
Origin and Evolution
The term yoga originated from the Sanskrit word ‘Yuj,’ which means to unite. Yoga emphasizes the union of your outer self with your inner self. The Patanjali definition of Yoga describes it as controlling modifications of the mind.
Asanas and meditation, the basic concepts of Yoga, trace back to the Indus Valley Civilization. Since that time, Yoga has undergone different modifications to become what it is today. It went through the following periods to become a practice that involves postures, poses, breath-work, meditation, and even chanting.
Pre-Vedic Period
For a long time, many Western scholars believed that Yoga originated sometime in 500 BC.. This was also the time when Buddhism began. However, recent findings indicate that yoga postures also appear in excavations at Mohenjodaro and Harappa. So, yoga practices may have existed for more than 5000 years!
Vedic Period
The Vedic Period of Yoga refers to when Yoga started to become a ritual practice. People of this time recognized Yoga for its very first benefits of concentration. They transcended the mundane and increased their brain power by practicing yoga poses that do not exist anymore. These rituals closely follow the literal definition of Yoga: the union of the individual self with the supreme self.
Pre-Classical Period
Several ancient books such as the Bhagavad Gita, Mahabharata, and Upanishads contain various references to yoga practice. The Bhagavad Gita also mentions different forms of Yoga, including Jnana Yoga, Karma Yoga, Raja Yoga, and Bhakti Yoga. The pre-classical period of Yoga refers to when Yoga was more of a lifestyle than a form of exercise.
Classical Period
The classical period of Yoga is when Patanjali finally brought together 195 sutras or aphorisms into a concise compilation. At this stage, Yoga was seen as Raja Yoga in Patanjali’s perception. This Yoga comprises of eight limbs that are Yama (social conduct), Asana (physical postures), Dhyana (meditation), Pranayama (breathing regulation), Niyama (personal conduct), Samadhi (transcendence), Pratyahara (sense withdrawal), and Dharana (focus).
Post-Classical Period
The post-classical period began when Patanjali Yoga followers began practicing Yoga to ‘cleanse’ their minds and body. They started giving more importance to Asanas, Pranayama, and Kriyas as they believed it would completely purify them. This form of Yoga is now known as Hatha Yoga in modern yoga practices.
Modern Period
A historic speech given by Swami Vivekananda at the Parliament of Religions in Chicago mentioned the practice of Yoga. This is the time when Yoga was introduced to the modern world. It then became more prominent when the world recognized the spiritual accomplishments of yogis like Maharishi Mahesh, Ramana Maharishi, Paramahamsa Yogananda, etc. Many nations began to accept Yoga as a beneficial spiritual practice, and it has been very popular ever since then.
Modern Yoga may not be in its original form today, but the concepts and benefits remain the same. Do you practice yoga? Tag us on Instagram with your favorite yoga pose! @FITAID
Yoga is a form of exercise that involves physical, mental, and spiritual practices. It has numerous benefits for physical and mental health while allowing you to connect with your inner self. Practicing Yoga can improve your quality of life and make you healthier. How did yoga come to be? Is it different from what we […]
Santa Cruz, Calif., March, 14th, 2022 – FITAID has become the Official Sports Recovery Beverage of the premier media outlet for the ever-growing game of Pickleball. Featuring stories, newsletter, tips, gear reviews, highlights, and more, The Dink is where Pickleball enthusiasts stay up to date on all things Pickleball. “The Dink Fam wants one thing: to play more Pickleball. We're pumped to partner with FITAID to bring our community new ways to improve recovery, optimize performance and of course, ‘go one more,’” says Thomas Shields, the founder of The Dink.
FITAID is a global leader in post-workout nutrition. Founded 10 years ago in Santa Cruz, CA, its parent company LIFEAID crafts a variety of premium performance beverages for functional nutrition. Each ice-cold can of FITAID contains ingredients to help an athlete’s body recover and never contains any artificial sweeteners. FITAID is 45 calories, vegan, non-gmo, gluten free, and contains the electrolytes and vitamins needed to recover, refuel, and hydrate after a pickleball match.
“We recognize how much joy the game of Pickleball has brought to people of all ages and backgrounds. With the inclusion of essential recovery ingredients like BCAA's, we know that FITAID will allow all Pickleball athletes to recover and get back to the game they love,” says LIFEAID Marketing Manager, Lauren Rivers.
As one of the fastest-growing sports in America, pickleball is a hybrid sport that combines elements of tennis, badminton, and table tennis. Pickleball can be played on either a tennis court surface, gymnasium court, or a local cul du sac with painted lines. After a long match of Pickleball, there is only one way to recover, and that is with FITAID.
In celebration of this partnership a limited edition product will be announced on April 1st, 2022.
About LIFEAID Beverage Co.
With a focus on great tasting, wellness enhancing and functionally driven supplement products, LIFEAID Beverage Co. has become a trusted brand among athletes, health-conscience and performance minded consumers. Headquartered in Santa Cruz, California, LIFEAID is home to premium performance products and passionate people. Products include both ready to drink and powdered mix blends including FITAID, FOCUSAID, IMMUNITYAID, DREAMAID and PARTYAID. Visit lifeaidbevco.com to learn more.
Santa Cruz, Calif., March, 14th, 2022 – FITAID has become the Official Sports Recovery Beverage of the premier media outlet for the ever-growing game of Pickleball. Featuring stories, newsletter, tips, gear reviews, highlights, and more, The Dink is where Pickleball enthusiasts stay up to date on all things Pickleball. “The Dink Fam wants one thing: […]
If you are a gym owner or a CrossFit Affiliate and you carry LIFEAID Products there is a great chance that you’ve had the pleasure of meeting one of our fantastic reps!
Our team is excited to get to know you better and they wanted to share a bit about themselves and the journey that led them to LIFEAID!
LIFEAID Sales Team Member: Ashlee Knotts
Hello LIFEAID Fam! My name is Ashlee Knotts, and I am your Sporty Sales Rep for the East Coast! My favorite workouts include anything with a barbell and box jumps, with a dash of functional mobility to keep the body feeling JUICY. I initially joined CrossFit to keep up with my fitness, but when I moved to Tampa, Florida, in March 2021 and joined CrossFit Big Guava, I was electrified with how strong the women are. It inspired me to get as beefy as possible. When I started doing two-a-days, like everyone does when they get the CrossFit bug, the only thing that would get me through was a cold can of FITAID RX. It drew me to work for the company because I have a nutrition background, and the quality of ingredients FITAID uses is undefeated. I competed in my first COED Competition that same year and placed 3rd. FITAID helped me get there. This is why I couldn’t be prouder to be part of the LIFEAID Crew so that I can help athletes from all levels feel supported, too!
LIFEAID Sales Team Member: Jake Sosna
Hey Team! My name is Jake Sosna and I am your Sporty Sales Rep for the Central United States. I'm based out of Austin, Texas! My favorite CrossFit workout is DT which is 5 rounds for time of 12 Deadlifts, 9 Hang Power Cleans, and 6 Push Jerks at 155 pounds! I also enjoy anything involving the Assault or Echo Bike, I love tackling workouts that others hate! I first joined CrossFit after becoming bored with a normal gym routine. I needed to shake things up and make fitness fun again and CrossFit was the perfect solution. The OG FitAid Citrus Medley has always been and is still my favorite LIFEAID product. I was a 5 time All-American Swimmer in high school and injuries derailed my college career, but LIFEAID has provided me the opportunity to continue to impact lives through health and fitness. I could not be more proud to be part of the great culture that is LIFEAID!
LIFEAID Sales Team Member: Emma Baumert
Hey Team! My name is Emma Baumert and I am your Sporty Sales Rep for the Pacific Northwest! Sports continue to be a passion of mine as I compete in CrossFit, Weightlifting, and with Team USA Skeleton. Since I live in Portland, OR, you can find me taking my fitness outdoors to explore from the mountains to the ocean. When I walked into a CrossFit box in 2019, I had my first taste of FITAID Citrus Medley after doing the workout 'Grace' 30 Clean and Jerks for time. I was in love at first sip. Each gym I have the opportunity to visit has a unique culture and I am grateful to experience so many communities. I am proud to be part of this team and contribute to the vision of LIFEAID!
LIFEAID Sales Team Member: Karly Wilson
Hello! My name is Karly Wilson, and I’m your Regional Sales Manager of the West at LIFEAID Beverage company. My husband and I owned a CrossFit gym in Westminster, Colorado, for 9 years, and we were introduced to FITAID during one of our first Open workouts. I have run over 110 marathons, and I will be competing in the World Marathons, 7 marathons, 7 continents, 7 days. My favorite LIFEAID product would be FITAIDRX zero. It's literally the best tasting drink after a long run. LIFEAID has given me so many opportunities and has allowed me to continue with my passion for coaching and running. #wearelifeaid
Our LIFEAID Sales Team very much looks forward to partnering with you and your community!
If you are a gym owner or a CrossFit Affiliate and you carry LIFEAID Products there is a great chance that you’ve had the pleasure of meeting one of our fantastic reps! Our team is excited to get to know you better and they wanted to share a bit about themselves and the journey that […]
Aside from our mutual love of LIFEAID Beverages, what is one thing that connects us all?...Music!
Our team at LIFEAID put their heads together to curate a list of the jams that get us in the zone! We’ve separated these into two sections, Flow State and Sweat State. Perfect for when you want to buckle down and get to work and for when you need that heart rate up to finish your workout strong!
Flow state: A state in which the mind becomes fully immersed in an activity.
Here are the LIFEAID team’s favorite songs:
The Grateful Dead - Touch of Grey
A Tribe Called Quest - Electric Relaxation
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WHRnvjCkTsw
The Polish Ambassador - Let the Rhythm Just ft Mr Lif and Alya Nereo
The Marias - I don’t know you
Kygo - ID
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BZBL2UamV_w
Sainte - Champagne Shots
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0NSPpaXoUMo
J Cole - Love Yourz
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6tjlU4w4fSo
Six60 - Pepeha
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ud4ROr8lJ1Q
Sweat State: When you’ve hit full stride in your workout A.K.A “Beast Mode”
Here are our favorite songs:
AC/DC - Thunderstruck
Andy Mineo - You can’t stop me
Deorro - Five Hour
Imagine Dragons - Radioactive
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ktvTqknDobU
Farruko - Pepas
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7aV5F_TdaGI
A-ha - Take on me
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=djV11Xbc914
Cold Play - Sky Full of Stars
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NDonh28AY3I
Kanye West - Stronger
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PsO6ZnUZI0g
We hope you’ve enjoyed these favorites from the LIFEAID team to get you into the Flow State or the Sweat State!
Time to crack open an ice-cold can, turn up the tunes and get to work! Have a favorite song that gets you into the Flow State or Sweat State? Tag us on Instagram! @FITAID
Aside from our mutual love of LIFEAID Beverages, what is one thing that connects us all?…Music! Our team at LIFEAID put their heads together to curate a list of the jams that get us in the zone! We’ve separated these into two sections, Flow State and Sweat State. Perfect for when you want to buckle […]