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Client Transformation: Gina E., Washington, DC
Gina E, Composition ID Washington, DC client, had just started her macro journey when she spoke to us about her first impressions with challenging but flexible protocol. Read on to learn about her first takes on counting macros and what she recommends to keep on track...
Client Transformation: Gigi, Arlington, VA
Composition ID Arlington, VA client, Gigi, tried several approaches to change her body composition until finding what works best for her body, and shifting her mindset to transform her lifestyle - which in-turn transformed her body. By relying on data and staying...
Client Transformation: 2019 Fall Fat Loss Challenge Winner, Courtney V.
Arlington client and 2019 Fall Fat Loss Challenge winner, Courtney, transformed her body composition by partnering with Composition ID's DEXA scanning, RMR testing, nutrition coaching services. Read on as she describes how she leveraged data and personalized support...
Intermittent Fasting vs. Frequent Meals: What Does the Science Say?
To eat (every 2-3 hours), or not to eat (at all, for hours)? That is the (huge) question. Fad diets can seem romantic, promising speedy results with the least amount of effort. But do they work, scientifically? Heather Huntsman, CSCS, Ph.D., explores two in...
No Time? No Problem. Last-Minute Healthy Thanksgiving Dishes to Save the Day
The holidays are a rush. And we’re not just talking about traffic. When life gets in the way of planning “the big meal,” we’ve discovered five of the quickest (and healthiest) dishes to balance tradition and your busy lifestyle. Shaved Brussel Sprout Salad What’s...
Is Buying “Organic” Really Worth It?
There’s a never-ending debate in the nutrition world about whether organic products are “superior” to conventional products in terms of health. We all know buying organic can hurt our bank account a majority of the time, but do organic foods actually benefit our...
From Plant-based to Paleo, Which Diet is Right for You?
We’re flooded with diet plans that promise optimal health and weight loss, but how do you know if they are truly right for your body – and your goals? It’s hard to miss transformation stories on social media that show incredible results from a specific diet plan, but...
Top 5 Tips for Healthy Summer Travel
For some, summertime brings anywhere from lavish vacations to weekend road trip escapes. Either way, stepping outside the norm of a routine while trying to maintain a nutrition and fitness plan can be challenging. We’ve devised five go-to tips to help keep you on...
Can I Build Muscle While I Sleep?
Is it possible to build muscle without any effort (or...consciousness)? Heather Huntsman, Ph.D., CSCS, weighs in on two basic principles of muscle building rooted in research that could help you maximize lean muscle mass growth without lifting a barbell. As a...