Balancing Your Body and Mind

Whey Protein – Don’t Believe the Hype

Whey Protein – Don’t Believe the Hype

Hey ya’ll, Someone recently asked me what I think about protein powder supplements.  Take a look… Understand, the majority of supplement companies (especially markets with HOT-BUYERS like bodybuilding and sport performance) are not in business 100% for your long term health.  They know you want results faster, bigger, better and you want them all YESTERDAY.  This creates a hotbed for businessmen pushing the line with “features...

Q&A – Solutions for Fat and Carb Cravings

Q&A – Solutions for Fat and Carb Cravings

Hey guys! [Matt here] Recently someone asked this question on our facebook page: “When I get stressed, I crave fatty foods, mainly peanut butter and nuts… sometimes carbs too, like breads and cereal grains. I guess these are my comfort foods. I exercise, and take time for relaxation(I am even getting massages at school right now), but I can’t seem to beat these cravings....

Best Smoothie – VITALITY BLAST

Best Smoothie – VITALITY BLAST

Someone recently asked if we recommend a healthy shake.  We do!  Here’s a breakdown of a new supershake, “Vitality Blast!”  Why the name?  Cuz THIS shake will give you goosebumps zinging across your skin 30 minutes after… Okay here we go: – 1 1/2 cup unsweetened vanilla almond milk – 1 cup blueberries – 1 banana – 2 tbsp ground flax seeds – 2...

Nutrition Strategy – Part 3 of 3

Nutrition Strategy – Part 3 of 3

This video was imported from Matt Struve Fitness. Hey it’s Matt, Back in 2010, I was requested to talk about my nutrition plan by viewers on Youtube.  This is the last of 3 videos where I go over the mere basics of my nutrition plan back then. In this episode, I go into: A basic look at how protein works Followed by why digestive enzymes...