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How Oxygen Availability Decreases Cognitive Fatigue: Insights and Solutions

Reading Time: 2 minutesWhat’s the connection between oxygen availability and cognitive fatigue? Cognitive fatigue can significantly hinder athletic performance, … Read more
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Why Do Athletes Take Performance Enhancing Drugs?

Reading Time: 10 minutesIn the high-stakes world of competitive sports, the quest for peak athletic performance often leads athletes … Read more
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The Key to Peak Performance: Oxygen Optimization

Reading Time: 2 minutesIn this article, we will dive into the science behind oxygen optimization. Oxygen plays a vital … Read more
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Blood Oxygenation 101: How to Increase Blood Oxygen Levels

Reading Time: 7 minutesThis article will break down everything you need to know about how to increase blood oxygenation. … Read more

The Coaching Journey of Danny Mackey: From Passion to Profession

Reading Time: 3 minutesIn the competitive world of athletics, coaches play a pivotal role in shaping the careers and … Read more
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Lactic Acid and Performance: A Critical Balance

Reading Time: < 1 minuteLactic acid often garners a negative reputation among athletes due to its association with muscle fatigue. … Read more
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What Happens When You Stop Taking Probiotics?

Reading Time: 8 minutesProbiotics are a beneficial part of a health and wellness routine. But what happens when you stop taking them? Keep reading to learn more.

Making Teams: A Candid Interview with Brannon of Brooks Beasts

Reading Time: 3 minutesIn the competitive arena of professional track and field, Brannon of the Brooks Beasts Track Club emerges as … Read more

The Role of Oxygen and High Altitude Training for Athletes 

Reading Time: 2 minutesHigh-altitude training has long been recognized as a method to improve athletic performance. By exposing the … Read more

Fueling Champions: Interview with Kyle Pfaffenbach, Nutritionist for the Brooks Beasts Track Club

Reading Time: 5 minutesAs a seasoned Nutrition Consultant and Associate Professor of Health and Human Performance at Eastern Oregon … Read more
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How to Improve VO2 Max?: A Comprehensive Guide to Exercises, Nutrition, Supplements and More

Reading Time: 7 minutesThis article is the ultimate guide on how to improve VO2 Max. VO2 Max, formally known … Read more

Lyvecap Earns NSF Certification: A Commitment to Quality, Safety, and Performance

Reading Time: 2 minutesIn a continuous pursuit of excellence, Lyvecap has achieved NSF certification, a significant milestone that reaffirms … Read more

Prebiotics vs. Probiotics vs. Postbiotics: What’s the Difference?

Reading Time: 10 minutesThis article will answer a popular topic, what’s the difference between prebiotics vs. probiotics vs. postbiotics. … Read more
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How Oxygen Availability Affects Cognitive Fatigue: Insights and Solutions

Reading Time: 2 minutesCognitive fatigue can significantly hinder athletic performance, particularly in physically demanding activities conducted in low-oxygen environments. … Read more

Chasing Speed: The Inspiring Journey of Pro Runner Isaiah Harris

Reading Time: 5 minutesFrom the modest streets of Lewiston, Maine, to the prestigious lanes of professional track and field, … Read more
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The Difference Between VO2 and VO2 Max

Reading Time: 2 minutesUnderstanding the metrics that measure our body’s oxygen consumption during exercise is essential for gauging fitness … Read more

Oxygen: The Underrated Player in Athletic Success

Reading Time: 2 minutesOxygen availability is the foundational element for athletic success. It serves as the key player in … Read more

Running into History: The Making of Katie Schide’s Ultra-Running Career

Reading Time: 5 minutesKaty Schide is a professional ultra runner who just recently took home the championship title at … Read more

Against All Odds: Laurie Barton’s Triumph Over Disease and Resilient Rise as a Pro Runner

Reading Time: 4 minutesLaurie Barton is a professional runner who recently joined Brooks Beasts Running Team in Seattle, Washington. … Read more
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Gut Health and Sleep Restoration: The Key to Mending Chronic Sleep Disturbances

Reading Time: 4 minutesIn this article, we dive into the connection between gut health and sleep. Sleep is crucial … Read more
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The Science of Long-Haul Flights and How to Stay Healthy

Reading Time: 6 minutesAre you wondering how to stay healthy on long-haul flights? Long-haul flights can be exhausting and … Read more
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The Influence of Nutrition and Probiotics on Mental Health

Reading Time: 4 minutesConversations around mental health have become commonplace in recent years, but many people still overlook the … Read more
The Potential Negative Effects of Artificial Sweeteners on Gut Health

The Potential Negative Effects of Artificial Sweeteners on Gut Health

Reading Time: 6 minutesArtificial sweeteners have become popular in the food and beverage industry, commonly found in everyday “health” … Read more

Microbes and Muscles: The Science behind the Gut-Muscle Connection

Reading Time: 7 minutesThe human gut is home to trillions of microorganisms that make up the gut microbiota. Recent … Read more

Microbiota in Sports: Effects of Physical Activity, Probiotics and Diet

Reading Time: 6 minutesIn this article, we will explore the importance of microbiota in sports. The human body is … Read more

The Impact of Oxygenation on Endurance Athletes

Reading Time: 5 minutesOxygen, and oxygenation, plays a key role in our daily lives, although the relationship between oxygen … Read more
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The Gut-Brain Axis: The Impact of Gut Microbiota on Cognitive Performance

Reading Time: 5 minutesMany people refer to the gut as a second brain, a term that becomes much more … Read more
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How to Decipher a Probiotic Label

Reading Time: 4 minutesThere are hundreds of supplements available today that are marketed as a probiotic. However, many ‘probiotics’ … Read more

The Connection Between a Balanced Gut and COVID-19

Reading Time: 6 minutesThe rise of the COVID-19 pandemic ignited a common fear in the hearts of many; the … Read more

How Gut Health Impacts Athletic Performance

Reading Time: 6 minutesMany athletes are determined to optimize their performance and recovery, starting by building a foundation of … Read more
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The Founding Story of Lyvecap With Dr. Yinka Davies

Reading Time: 4 minutesDr. Yinka Davies discovered the true power of efficacious probiotics and the market necessity for science-backed formulations.

Strength, Spirit, and Soccer: The Life of Pro Athlete Villyan Bijev

Reading Time: 5 minutesVillyan Bijev is a professional soccer player whose life story exemplifies his dedication, devotion, and character. … Read more

Beyond the Ring: Talon Germain’s Journey to Muay Thai Mastery and Personal Resilience

Reading Time: 9 minutesTalon Germain is a professional Muay Thai fighter who works assiduously every day to get one … Read more