Meal replacements are just what they sound like, convenient replacements to a whole food meal.  Using these are a great way to make sure you are getting the nutrients you need in a quick shake.  Solution 5 is the ideal blend of protein, high fiber carbs, good quality fats and phytonutrients, giving your body ultimate nourishment, plus helping assist with fat loss and muscle gain.  Delicious and curbs your appetite!

New natural whey isolate: American Whey
There’s no question that whey protein is one of the foundational supplements of any exercise enthusiasts stack.  However, there are many different types of whey.  One of the differentiating factors is the flavoring.  Some prefer to stay away from artificial sweetners.  If you fall into this category, then this is the protein for you!  Not only does it mix and taste incredible, but American Whey is an isolate, meaning it is one of the purest forms available!  Comes in vanilla, chocolate and Ryan’s favorite, banana (try it in your cereal!)
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New protein bar: Kind bars
Speaking of natural, protein bars fall into the same scenario as powders do with sweetners.  We have brought in a new bar that not only has no artificial sweetners, but is also gluten free!  This all natural bar is a nice snack size to tide you over, or grab two for a meal replacement!

Training tip: Don’t quit, deload
Often we hear customers say “I’m taking a week off” for a variety of reasons.  While hopefully their intention is good to allow for recovery, there is a better way to accomplish this.  Progressing your training intensity is important and instead of risking falling off the wagon, or to halt progress, back off your training level by 50% for a week.  Studies show muscle can atrophy (breakdown) in as little as 4 days, so by getting the blood in the muscles, keep your metabolism cranking and promote healing, just back it off and keep going to the gym.  We recommend some form of deload very 4-6 weeks.  Contact one of our certified trainers if you want to have us help you discover these and design a program to accelerate your progress. 

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These are just a small handful of tips.  If you would like more or would like us to overhaul your nutrition and/or training program, contact us (515-331-2141) to set up an appointment to hit the ground running!

Budha: First six weeks of training, lost 35lbs and over 7 inches.

Scott: At 15 years of age, gained 4lbs of muscle in first month, 40% increase in strength

Donny: In first month of nutrition programming, already has “pants falling off”!

Moriah: Since July has gained 8.2lbs of lean muscle and has dropped her bodyfat by 2% in the process.

Isaac: Since beginning nutrition/training program in November, has gained 17lbs of lean muscle NATURALLY!  No prohormones, just sound nutrition, supplements and training!

Karen: In 3 months of one-on-one training, has dropped 4.5% bodyfat, lost 8 total inches, including 2.5 inches on waist.

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January has been one of the snowiest winters we’ve had in history, don’t let it deter you from attaining your goals, keep it up in February!!

When it’s cold and snowy, heading to the gym isn’t any easier to do, but when you have goals set and results you want to achieve, you make it happen when others just stay tucked under the covers.  This month, let us help you to increase your results and determination to get you where you want to be.

This month, check out the new supplement highlights that will give you an edge on your workouts.  Also, a new 9-week round of Bodysculpting starts up on Monday, February 1st. Finally, maybe you are ready to take it to the next level and get a customized meal and workout program.

This Monday, February 1st is our Monthly Monday Madness, where you save 15% off our already great low prices. As always, we will be handing out samples and this is the day to stock up on whatever you need or try something new to shake up your supplement program with one of our proven stacks.  Read about our new products below.

New products, breaking news, contest results and tips below (plus even a coupon) so read and feel free to pass on!

Thank you again for your business and continuous referrals.  Remember, we give all new referred customers 15% off and you get a $10.00 store credit as a way to say thank you!  We are thrilled to be a part of your fitness lifestyle and truly enjoy fulfilling our passion of helping people reach their full potential!

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While we still carry pro hormones, there are alternatives that natural optimize your body’s testosterone production.  Activate Extreme ensures that you are producing as much test as possible, plus reducing estrogen and cortisol as well.  In addition, it frees up your test by binding with the limiting SHBG hormone, amplifying the results.  We recommend stacking the Activate with ZMA and GABA to further enhance the effects.

New pre-workout formula: Hemo-Rage by Nutrex
Pre-workout formulas are a very common staple in most individuals supplement stack.  They all do similar things (boost energy, increase blood flow, improve mental focus/intensity).  One of the things however, is that each individual reacts different based on their own make-up.  While some products work great for certain people, others it has low effect.  One that our beta-testers had good success with is Hemo-Rage by Nutrex.  It is intense and if you are looking for an edge on your performance and boost in your growth, this might be one to try next time.
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New post-workout shake: Aftershock Recovery & Repair
What you ingest after workouts is the most important meal of the day (yes, breakfast is second).  Getting the proper nutrients kick-starts the recovery from your training.  Aftershock has everything you could want post-workout in one convenient serving.  This includes lactose-free protein, quality carbohydrates, BCAAs and glutamine, creatine, anti-oxidants and even glucosamine for the joints.  This is what we call a “lean mass stimulator” meaning that it won’t cause bodyfat gain, but just help repair the muscle, perfect for those who want to build muscle but keep bodyfat low.  Try a sample of the delicious Pina Colada flavor at Monday madness!

Training tip: Attack the weak point
No matter what you train for (general fitness, sports, etc) when you are performing certain exercises, you might notice that you are better at some than others.  Everyone has weak points that limit their performance (the weakest link in a chain breaks first).  To get the most from your workouts, you should first recognize the weakness, then put an emphasis on bringing it up.  This could be many things (weak lower back, inflexibility, tendonitis, imbalance, etc).  Once you discover what is holding you back, prioritize your training to bring the limitation up and blow through your sticking points.  Contact one of our certified trainers if you want to have us help you discover these and design a program to accelerate your progress. 

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These are just a small handful of tips.  If you would like more or would like us to overhaul your nutrition and/or training program, contact us (515-331-2141) to set up an appointment to hit the ground running!

On January 23rd, the second annual Bench Bash push/pull powerlifting meet was held at Fitness World East in Pleasant Hill, put on by Fitness World 24 in Urbandale.  Many Team Nutri-Sport athletes competed and hit personal records!  Below are some results and highlights:
Maurio Coleman: benched 415 (plus 25lbs lighter than before!)
Stephanie Binney: deadlift of 300, benched 155
Mesha Wagner: bench of 110
Vickie Williams: bench of 95
Jim Einerson: 305 bench, 440 deadlift
Tim Quick: 395 bench (best overall raw bench)

NASA Powerlifting Nationals was held in Oklahoma City.  Team Nutri-Sport did well, finishing 2nd out of 3 teams without a full line up!  Below are the results:
Dan Connett: Squat 540, bench 358, deadlift 575 (all unequipped or “raw”)
Joe Symonds: Squat 331, bench 270, deadlift 419
Ryan Irwin: Squat 408, bench 298, deadlift 490 (set American Bench record at 148 and was named overall Powersports Champion)
Dave Ridlen: Bench 507 (new American record at 275)

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