By Max Knoblauch, SWNS | May 21, 2019 | Click HERE to read the full article in the New York Post.
A sizable chunk of Americans are skipping work due to hangovers… from exercise.
According to new research, more than one in four active Americans (29%) have skipped out on work due to a workout “hangover” (post-exercise soreness that impedes one’s ability to participate in other life and work activities).
According to the new study, as many as 55% have suffered a workout hangover that’s caused them to stay inside all day, and a possible major cause of this may be that 60% of those surveyed said they don’t know enough about dietary and recovery supplements to make an informed decision about what process or products can help them.
Due to that knowledge gap, nearly half of those respondents (47%) have skipped recovery steps altogether.
In fact, the new study of 2,000 Americans who exercise uncovered that 65% have sustained injuries from their workouts — approximately three each year on average.
The most common injuries? Pulled muscles (68%), ankle sprains (48%), and knee strains (45%).
And the dreaded “workout hangover” is not just affecting work attendance, it has spread into American’s social lives, as well. Forty percent of respondents reported that post-workout muscle soreness has caused them to skip a party. Thirty-nine percent have skipped a get together with friends, and 32% have even had to skip dates.
The new survey, conducted by OnePoll on behalf of health brand LIFEAID Beverage Co., found that when respondents go too hard in a workout without the proper preparation, their lives become messier.
Fitness-focused Americans spend about one fourth (23%) of their typical workout going “too hard,” then paying the price in the form of workout injuries and increased recovery time.
Respondents skip approximately 36 workouts a year due to the dreaded workout hangover. Why all the soreness? It may have something to do with incomplete workout recovery techniques.
In fact, 40% of respondents don’t stretch to aid in workout recovery. More than one in three (36%) don’t get enough rest after working out, and over half (53%) don’t take supplements.
“Proper workout and exercise techniques go hand in hand with post-workout recovery. By helping to improve the speed and efficiency of recovery, one can directly help optimize their overall fitness in a whole new way by increasing strength, endurance… you name it,” Dr. Aaron Hinde, co-founder of LIFEAID Bev Co., said.
“So much emphasis has been placed on what you consume or drink before a workout, when in actuality it’s what your body needs to help it recover afterward that makes the real difference.”
The fact that a large majority of active Americans — 73 percent — have skipped workouts due to muscle soreness further supports Hinde’s point of view.
For many who exercise, soreness is a constant struggle, and they’d do just about anything to make it go away.
In fact, 45 percent of respondents would give up alcohol for a month to instantly recover from one bad bout of soreness. Forty-four percent would give up chocolate for a month, and 20 percent would give up Netflix for a month.
More than one in four surveyed (26 percent) would pay $100 to relieve their soreness and recover faster.
“Physical and mental fatigue from working out, particularly with today’s more intense exercise routines, is manageable and avoidable with the right nutritional education and recovery products, including specially-formulated drinks and supplements,” said Dr. Hinde.
“The key to avoiding the workout hangover is finding what type of products work best for your personal exercise regime, to help you recover as efficiently and effectively as possible.”
The Top 5 Most Common Exercise Injuries:
Pulled muscle |
68% |
Ankle sprain |
48% |
Knee strain/injury |
45% |
Wrist sprain |
42% |
Tendinitis |
24% |
> > > Live well.
By Max Knoblauch, SWNS | May 21, 2019 | Click HERE to read the full article in the New York Post. A sizable chunk of Americans are skipping work due to hangovers… from exercise. According to new research, more than one in four active Americans (29%) have skipped out on work due to a workout “hangover” (post-exercise […]
You've probably heard of BCAAs or Branched-Chain Amino Acids if you've ever stepped foot in a gym/box or hung around fitness enthusiasts or athletes.
But what do BCAAs actually do? Do you really need them? And if so, when should you take them?
We're here to help you break down the ABCs of BCAAs!
The branched-chain amino acids (BCAAs) are a group of three essential amino acids: Leucine, Isoleucine and Valine. They are essential, meaning BCAAs can't be produced by your body and must be obtained from food or supplements. BCAA supplements have been shown to build muscle, decrease muscle fatigue and alleviate muscle soreness. —Healthline.com
BCAAs also help enhance muscle protein recovery after your workout. "Emerging research suggests that Leucine is the star player of BCAAs when it comes to regulating genetic signaling pathways involved in muscle protein synthesis," according to GNC.com.
Their molecular structure look like this:

Image Source: Bodybuilding.com
WHAT DO BCAAS DO?
BCAAs fuel your skeletal muscles during training, which can help give you the edge you need to push your limits. Supplementing with BCAAs helps preserve your stores of glycogen—the primary fuel your muscles use for energy production. This means your body has a reliable energy source to tap into while you work out, which can keep you going. Plus, abundant glycogen stores keep your body from breaking down muscle protein for energy instead. That’s why
BCAA supplements are a win-win for your muscles—they help sustain and safeguard them.
That’s potentially more energy, more reps and more gains. —GNC.com
WHEN SHOULD I TAKE THEM?
One of the easiest ways to help you get more out of your daily gym sessions is consuming BCAAs, whether in your everyday food consumption or with supplementation. They are most effective when consumed just BEFORE, DURING or AFTER your next gym session, workout or any physical activity.

BCAAs are an ingredient in all four of the LIFEAID Recovery Blends shown above:
(75mg Leucine, 37.5mg Isoleucine, 37.5mg Valine)
FITAID
FITAID RX
FITAID ZERO
FITAID RX ZERO
> > > Live well.
You’ve probably heard of BCAAs or Branched-Chain Amino Acids if you’ve ever stepped foot in a gym/box or hung around fitness enthusiasts or athletes. But what do BCAAs actually do? Do you really need them? And if so, when should you take them? We’re here to help you break down the ABCs of BCAAs! The […]
Sam Dancer heats things up in the kitchen with master chef Nick Massie as the dynamic duo shows us step-by-step instructions for creating one of Nick's most popular recipes. (5:34)
Click here to watch the full recipe tutorial.

Theoretical Development of a Business In this episode of Chasing Excellence, coach Ben Bergeron breaks down the five keys which have helped shape his success as an affiliate owner at CrossFit New England: Culture, Product, Marketing, Management and Systems. (May 6, 2019 | 67:18) Check out the full episode of Chasing Excellence here. . Nick Massie: Thai Turkey […]
. The Terminator Disagrees With Having a “Backup Plan” Arnold Schwarzenneger shares his thoughts on why having a backup plan (Plan B) is a bad idea. Watch the video here. . Creating Value in Your Life & Business Brute Strength sits down with Aaron Hinde to talk about risks, following your passion, and starting a successful business. […]
As the coach of some of the fittest athletes on Earth & a successful box owner, Ben Bergeron shares the five phases of coaching which are imperative to the development of a great coach.
Read Ben Bergeron's full article here.

Hunter McIntyre is Forging Greatness on the Road to a Wildcard Spot at the 2019 CrossFit Games Follow Hunter’s journey as he trains with top CrossFit Games athletes and trainers like Jacob Heppner and Chris Hinshaw. Watch latest episodes, learn more and sign the petition to help #GetHunterToTheGames! Visit the website here. . The Deeper […]
In this must-see episode, Dave Asprey sits down with Health Theory podcast host Tom Bilyeu to discusses the effects of Nootropics on your brain, how to manage your ego, live longer & more!
Watch the full interview here.

. FITAID Athlete Sara Sigmundsdóttir Wins Worldwide OPEN, Punching Her Ticket For Redemption at the 2019 Reebok CrossFit Games After a disappointing injury forced Sara Sigmundsdóttir to withdraw early from last year’s CrossFit© Games, in Madison, Wisconsin, fans can finally breathe a huge sigh of relief. She’s back and stronger than ever! Read the full article here. . […]
After a disappointing injury forced Sara Sigmundsdóttir to withdraw early from last year's CrossFit© Games, in Madison, Wisconsin, fans can finally breathe a huge sigh of relief.
Sigmundsdóttir's first-place finish in the worldwide CrossFit© OPEN last month has unofficially* secured her a spot on the competition floor at the 2019 Reebok CrossFit© Games, where I'm sure redemption will be sweet for the four-time Games athlete.
Following back-to-back 3rd-place finishes at the Games in 2015 & 2016, Sigmundsdóttir finished 4th at the 2017 Games, just shy of a podium spot. Then, her 37th-place finish (due to withdrawing early on in the competition) last year left a bitter taste in her mouth, as her untimely injury instantly crushed her podium dreams.
Now, Sigmundsdóttir (26) looks stronger than ever, promising to give two-time reigning champ Tia Toomey and the rest of the competition a serious run for their money as the "Fittest Woman on Earth."
2019 CROSSFIT OPEN RESULTS: Individual Women
The Icelandic comeback kid sat down with CNN to discuss her painful withdrawal from the 2018 CrossFit© Games competition, stating:
"It was the hardest decision I've ever made."

In the eight-part 2018 FITAID© docuseries PERSEVERANCE, Sigmundsdóttir said, “I needed to get injured to work on my biggest weakness.” #TeamFITAID

FITAID & the entire CrossFit© community wishes a healthy & healed Sigmundsdóttir GOOD LUCK!
With her eyes laser-focused on that podium, she can bet her bag of Haribo gummi bears that we'll be cheering our hearts out for her at the Games. Few athletes deserve a spot atop that podium as much as this persistent badass does.
We are confident this year's CrossFit© Games will have a much happier ending, come August. To quote one of her favorite sayings, "Live long and prosper."

At WODAPALOOZA, 2019
*Official 2019 CrossFit© OPEN results may still be subject to change.
> > > Live well.
After a disappointing injury forced Sara Sigmundsdóttir to withdraw early from last year’s CrossFit© Games, in Madison, Wisconsin, fans can finally breathe a huge sigh of relief. Sigmundsdóttir’s first-place finish in the worldwide CrossFit© OPEN last month has unofficially* secured her a spot on the competition floor at the 2019 Reebok CrossFit© Games, where I’m sure redemption […]
In this unprecedented television event series, contestants have the chance to win $1,000,000 every time they run the Million Dollar Mile. Standing in their way is the most challenging course ever designed and a group of 10 elite athletes with one mission: to stop the contestants from winning the money at all costs.
The Defenders are a group of 10 top-ranked international athletes, including a Green Beret and Army Athlete of the Year, the most decorated Obstacle Course Race (OCR) athlete in history, and a two-time Guinness World Record holder for both the farthest and highest wall flips.
"We searched the globe to find the best athletes to defend the Million Dollar Mile. You may not know their names, but you're about to," said Executive Producers Allison Grodner and Rich Meehan. "These Defenders combine strength and speed with a level of endurance and mental toughness like you've never seen before. They are driven... they don't like to lose and when they are chasing runners down on the streets of Los Angeles it's truly riveting!

The show premieres on CBS this Wednesday, March 27 at 9/8c.
Watch for these three badass FITAID athletes who will serve as DEFENDERS on the Million Dollar Mile obstacle course ... Their only goal: Defend the money at all costs!
Malibu Pro-Athlete and model Hunter McIntyre is one of the most dominant athletes in the sport of OCR. He is the reigning Tough Mudder X World Champion (2017 and 2018), holds six world OCR titles, and is one of the highest paid obstacle course racers in the world.
Robert is a Green Beret with 13 years of Active-Duty service and currently serves in the California National Guard. He earned the title of "Army Athlete of the Year" in 2010 for winning the military division of the Kona Ironman World Championships. Robert has competed in Ironman triathlons, marathons, winter biathlons, international orienteering, and was part of the 2016 history-making Best Ranger Competition winning team. He holds the record for the most podium finishes in the Spartan Race World Championships.
Isaiah is the most decorated OCR athlete in the world, celebrating the most wins in the history of the sport. He has competed in over 150 races, stood on the podium more than 80 times and holds the title of the youngest competitor ever to be a two-time finisher of the Spartan Death Race. He gained national attention in 2013 when he rode his bike from Austin, TX to Killington, VT to compete in the Spartan World Championship. There, he placed top 10 in the world, and the next day, placed sixth in an Ultra Beast competition.
> > > Live well.
What’s the Million Dollar Mile? In this unprecedented television event series, contestants have the chance to win $1,000,000 every time they run the Million Dollar Mile. Standing in their way is the most challenging course ever designed and a group of 10 elite athletes with one mission: to stop the contestants from winning the money at […]
We all know that jumping rope is a great way to:
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Stay fit & healthy
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Improve cardiovascular health, coordination & bone density
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Burn calories in a portable, fun way
But how do we get better at this simple exercise with proven health benefits?
In this video, MobilityWOD guru Kelly Starrett provides helpful tips to help improve your "Jump Rope Mechanics" for optimal efficiency and performance.

About MobilityWOD
MobilityWOD is the ultimate guide to resolving pain, preventing injury, and optimizing athletic performance. Humans have been evolving for 2.5 million years and the human body is extraordinarily engineered. While people are born with this incredible machine, they aren't born with the right software to run that machine. The MobilityWOD is designed to help you hack your body's mechanics and provide the tools to perform basic maintenance on yourself.

BONUS: Want a free jump rope?
Now during the 2019 CrossFit OPEN, you can receive a FREE RPM Sprint Jump Rope + FREE SHIPPING
with every single order of two 24-packs at LIFEAIDBevCo.com. (Offer valid while supplies last, Feb. 21- March 25, 2019.)
For additional information about RPM jump ropes, visit RPMtraining.com
> > > Live well.
We all know that jumping rope is a great way to: Stay fit & healthy Improve cardiovascular health, coordination & bone density Burn calories in a portable, fun way But how do we get better at this simple exercise with proven health benefits? In this video, MobilityWOD guru Kelly Starrett provides helpful tips to help […]
The FITAID Morning Show Ep. 87: Chris Hinshaw Chris Hinshaw—the man, the myth, the legend—shares his unique perspective on the future landscape of CrossFit, along with some of his top coaching tips and insights. Find out what it’s like to coach Mat Fraser and Rich Froning. Plus, Hinshaw reveals his preferred weapon of choice during […]