Gerald Oconnor 
Arnold Schwarzenegger has eaten for two very different jobs across his life. One job was winning bodybuilding titles, where food supported high training volume, high body weight, and the visual demands of the stage. Another job is staying strong, mobile, and lean enough to train daily in his late 70s, while keeping heart health in … Read more
Mike Mentzer remains one of the most misunderstood figures in bodybuilding nutrition. Training always gets the spotlight, but food is where the mythology really runs wild. One side remembers ice cream and assumes chaos. Another side hears “low protein” and jumps straight to disbelief. The truth sits in a calmer, more grounded place. Mentzer treated … Read more
Chicken shows up in more home kitchens than almost any other protein, and that popularity comes with a quiet risk. Raw poultry can carry harmful bacteria, and when something goes wrong, it often goes wrong fast. Knowing when chicken has crossed the line from usable to unsafe is not about being dramatic or overly cautious. … Read more
Ground beef is a weeknight staple that shows up in everything from tacos to pasta sauces. But it is also one of the quickest foods to turn. Anyone who has ever opened a package and hesitated at a gray patch or strange odor knows the uncertainty that comes with judging meat freshness. The good news … Read more
Fresh salmon is one of the most rewarding ingredients to cook with, but it also happens to be one of the most fragile. It doesn’t take long for quality to slip, and once it does, it’s not something you can salvage with heat or seasoning. The good news is that your senses: sight, smell, and … Read more
Few foods inspire the same mix of craving and caution as a steak. You pull it from the fridge, notice a little brown along the edges, and suddenly you’re second-guessing everything. Is it fine? Did it turn overnight? Should it go on the grill or straight to the bin? Color can play tricks on even … Read more
There’s a certain heartbreak in opening the fridge, spotting that half-used pack of bacon, and asking yourself the big question: “Is it still good?” Bacon sits in a tricky category. It’s cured, sometimes smoked, and rich in fat that locks in flavor for days. Yet, it’s also raw meat unless labeled shelf-stable. That means food … Read more
Opening or running a gym comes with the challenge of building loyalty, keeping members motivated, and staying visible in a crowded market. Traditional advertising is expensive and often forgettable, but physical merchandise works differently. When members wear, carry, or use your gym-branded items, they turn into walking promoters. The key is choosing promotional products that … Read more
David Goggins, known for his unparalleled resilience, is a former Navy SEAL, an accomplished ultramarathon runner, and a prominent advocate for fitness and self-discipline. His dietary philosophy emphasizes discipline and a focus on whole, unprocessed foods to fuel the body for peak performance. Goggins’ approach to nutrition aligns with his commitment to living a life … Read more
Starting a new workout routine can feel overwhelming, especially when it comes to figuring out how to eat right. Trust me, I’ve been there. When I first began my journey with calisthenics, I quickly learned that nutrition plays a massive role in how you perform, recover, and ultimately progress. You can train as hard as … Read more