Most people train hard but forget the most important piece: recovery. Your body doesn’t adapt in the gym, it adapts in the hours and days after. Recovery is when you rest, and feed yourself so your muscles can repair, your nervous system can reset, and performance actually improves. If you want to get stronger, … Read more

  You’ve probably heard that whey protein is a great supplement if you want to get in some extra protein. Here’s what most brands won’t tell you though: not all whey is created equal, and in some cases, you might just be scooping up overpriced powdered milk. Please follow along as I break it down … Read more

We get this question a lot at METL: “Should I be taking collagen?” And like most supplements, the answer depends on your goals, but if you’re thinking about skin health, joint support, and aging well, collagen peptides might actually be worth the hype. So what is it, really? Collagen is the most abundant protein in … Read more

Sleep isn’t a luxury. It’s a non-negotiable. Let’s face it, you’d never try to PR your deadlift after eight shots of tequila and a breakup text. However, people try to run on empty sleep tanks all the time, expecting their bodies, brains, and waistlines to perform like everything is all good.   What Happens During … Read more

If you’ve spent any time around a gym, you’ve probably heard of creatine. It’s the most researched supplement in sports nutrition, and for good reason. It’s been proven to help build muscle, improve strength, and support explosive performance. But here’s the twist most people don’t know: creatine isn’t just for your biceps. It’s also showing … Read more

Ever notice how a sliced apple or peeled banana goes brown if you leave it out too long? It’s like it aged in dog years while you went to grab a fork. That quick browning isn’t spoilage. It’s chemistry, and it’s all thanks to an enzyme called PPO. Let’s dig into what it is, what … Read more