Best Articles From The Previous Week: August 9 2015

Each week, I publish a list of best articles from the previous week. These articles range from a wide variety of topics like nutrition, training, stress management, weight loss, general health, etc. Here is the list from the week of August 2- August 8.

1. How Important Is Consistency In Fitness?– Courtesy of Mark’s Daily Apple

I’ve spoken on consistency a lot. Without it, you won’t see any real progress. It is the difference between those who see results and those who don’t. In this article, Mark talks about how important consistency and commitment are to fitness.

2. No Two Hips Are The Same: How Anatomical Variance Can Affect Your Range Of Motion– Courtesy of Dean Somerset on bretcontreras.com

Some trainers and coaches will tell you that you have to be able to squat butt to heel. Unfortunately, some people don’t have the range of motion to physically get into that position. In this article, Dean covers the science behind why this occurs and how to determine what your appropriate squat depth is.

3. The Real Reason You Should Eat Protein Before Bed– Courtesy of Michael Matthews on Muscle For Life

I know I preach about the benefits of protein all the time but it really is important. Here’s a great article that shows why consuming protein before bed can help you build muscle and strength. Lots of research studies in this one.

4. 3 Bang For Your Buck Mobility Exercises For Bigger Lifts– Courtesy of Matthew Ibrahim on Breaking Muscle

Joint mobility is very important for movement quality. Having proper mobility can help improve your strength in the gym and overall quality of life. In this article, Matthew shows three unique exercises to get you moving better instantly.

5. Grilling Meat And Cancer [Infographic]– Courtesy of Dr. John Berardi on Precision Nutrition

There have been claims that grilling meat increases cancer risk. While grilling does produce some chemicals that increase risk of cancer, it all depends on what you grill, how long it’s grilled, and the temperature used. This articles comes with an infographic showing you how to enjoy the grill while decreasing the health harming side effects.

Enjoy!