Whey protein reigns as one of the safest and most effective weight loss products on the market and at www.etbfit.com we have all the tools to get you ready for summer! OK, so it feels like winter is behind us now (finally) and summer is coming up quickly. Too quickly for some of us! So more…
Great new ways for guilt free cheating with ETB’s whey pure isolate. Check out this great new video featuring IFBB Pro and ETB Athlete Dean Michael along with ETB Promo Model Sergio Rizutto. IFBB Pro Dean Michael Teaches ETB Promo model Sergio Rizzuto a little secrete on how to cheat on his diet WITHOUT more…
I know we spend a lot of time talking about whey protein (thanks in large part to yours truly) but there remains a constant confusion about this popular supplement. It’s either because I am a horrible writer or because the unrelenting, and mostly mis-leading advertising, around whey continues to confuse everyone, including me sometimes. In more…
Protein is not just for weight lifting anymore! Whey protein is most often associated with muscle and body building. As an avid runner, I often feel neglected when it comes to whey protein especially when standing next to some of our Team ETB athletes. A such I thought it would be good take a look at the other more…
Are you getting enough whey protein in your diet? Where it comes from: You will already remember from previous posts that whey is a by-product of cheese making. More specifically, the curds are a dairy product that comes from coagulating milk and edible acidic substances, and whey (or milk plasma) is the liquid remaining after the more…
Post Workout Recovery – Secrets for Your Success (ETB North America, LLC Charlotte, NC, 29-Dec-2012) As any athlete will tell you, post workout recovery is one of the most important components of a workout and/or diet regimen. In fact, the post workout recovery meal can often be one of the most rewarding elements of the more…
Whey protein and commodity pricing: We often get asked about what drives supplement pricing and more specifically the retail pricing for whey protein. The truth is, as a dairy based product, the answer goes pretty far back in the farming value chain and actually starts even before the farmers get a hold of feed for more…
The results are in! Whey protein is the primary supplement that you should use when starting a weight training or dieting program. Whey protein is a powerful muscle building and dieting tool. In global studies, including one from the USDA, it showed that men and women drinking two whey protein shakes per day for 12 more…
Everyone at ETB hopes that 2012 was everything you hoped it would be and more. We had an incredible year thanks to your overwhelming support and wanted to finish it by highlighting what continues to set ETB protein apart in the market. When it comes to assessing value, there are two issues of consequence… 1. How pure more…
All Whey Proteins are not Created Equal If you are using nutritional supplementation at all, chances are you are either using or contemplating the use of whey protein. No other supplement has generated more positive press in the past five years than ETB’s whey protein powder. The reasons are easily understandable; ETB’s whey protein is more…
From building muscle to fighting off disease, whey protein brings many benefits to the body. Whey, the watery milk byproduct in the cheese making process, offers a number of commercial uses, including the creation of whey protein. Essential for athletes and those wishing for a healthier lifestyle, whey protein often acts as a food supplement. more…
Whey Protein Supplements – Are They Safe? Whey protein supplements are widely used in the fitness industry for building muscle mass and for weight loss. Some debate does exist however as to how safe they are. So why use them at all? Whey protein is high in essential amino acids and branched chain amino more…
October is both Breast Cancer Awareness Month and National Anti-Bullying Awareness Month. Anyone familiar with ETB knows our mantra – “Eat The Bear” which is rooted in the constant pursuit against adversity, overcoming challenges and pushing through obstacles. Nowhere is this spirit more alive than in the victims of breast cancer and bullying. This past year, ETB more…
We guarantee that you will start every weekend with this amazing recipe. Pumpkin Protein Pancakes! This is Fall in one delicious bite: Pumpkin Protein Pancakes 2 scoops Eat The Bear Pure Isolate Whey Protein – Cinnamon 6 egg whites 1 whole egg 2 tbsp flax seed meal 1/4 cup canned pumpkin (organic if possible) 1 more…
In his first blog for ETB since being name a winner in our Search For The Next ETB Athlete, Jeff Condit, a college student and Triathlete by day, shares with us about he’s inspired by the journey and not necessarily the destination. Inspired by the Journey By ETB Athlete Jeff Condit Most triathletes have been more…
Chris White is a nationally qualified NPC Men’s physique competitor who recently competed in back to back shows placing 3rdboth times at the Tri-State Championships and Muscle Beach Championships. Chris is getting ready to compete again in the New Jersey State Championships and looks to gain his pro card in the future. In his first more…
This is the second article in a series of articles and videos in which ETB Athlete John Dougherty will be addressing common injuries that affect everyone from the first timer in the gym all the way up to the elite level athlete. Many of the exercises used to rehabilitate various injuries, can also be used for more…
Guest Blogger Eric Laroque is back with the conclusion of his two part blog entitled Six Ways To Crush Your Next Workout. If you follow these easy steps, you’re guaranteed to have a killer workout. In today’s installment, he focuses in on music, the importance of a positive attitude and the benefits of a training more…
Guest Blogger Eric Laroque is back with a two part blog entitled Six Ways To Crush Your Next Workout. If you follow these easy steps, you’re guaranteed to have a killer workout. In today’s installment, he focuses in on visualization, pre-workout nutrition and supplementation. Visualization It was while watching a Dorian Yates workout video that more…
Breakfast, without a doubt, is one of the most important meals of the day. Breakfast not only gives your body energy to start the day, but it also jump starts your metabolism after a 6-8 hour fast (sleeping). One of my quick and easy breakfast recipes that will ensure you start your day off more…
It makes me happy that we can still find good programs to watch on TV. Instead of wasting hours watching pointless reality shows, I found myself watching the Olympics these past few weeks. Not only are the Olympics entertaining to watch but these dedicated athletes show us valuable lessons that we can learn from. I wanted to more…
Friends and others often ask me which supplements they should take and the first one I always mention is protein powder. If I was stranded on a deserted island and could only have one supplement, protein powder would be the one I would most certainly choose. What many people don’t understand is that when more…
Selected in our Search For The Next ETB Athlete, Talisha LaGrange is one of the newest members of Team ETB. Talisha is mother to an eleven month old beautiful girl Bailee Isabella, a full-time police officer and a natural fitness competitor. Fitness is an extremely important aspect of her life but in her first blog more…
Today’s amazing and easy protein recipes to beat the summer heat are from guest blogger Eric Larocque. Summer is in full swing and if you’re like me, you do not want to spend your evenings cooking while everyone else is soaking up the sun. So here are a few easy protein recipes to beat more…
This is the first article in a series of articles and videos in which ETB Athlete John Dougherty will be addressing common injuries that affect everyone from the first timer in the gym all the way up to the elite level athlete. Many of the exercises used to rehabilitate various injuries, can also be used for more…
I’m not going to lie, it is not always easy to eat clean and lean. Diet foods can get pretty boring at times and this can often lead to a need to cheat and eat unhealthy foods. However, spices can add some much needed flavor to bland foods as well as some health benefits. It’s more…
ETB Athlete, IFBB Pro and Part Time Pancake Chef Sadik Hadzovic shares his high protein pancake recipe proving there are many different ways to enjoy ETB’s protein powder. If you’re getting sick of always taking your protein power in the form of a shake consisting of powder and water you aren’t alone. Day after day more…
ETB Athlete Jeff Grant gives us his tips to prevent injury while weight training. One of the biggest issues I have had starting back in my high school football days has been avoiding nagging injuries (i.e. pulled muscles, etc). I remember playing in a game and remembering if my lower back wasn’t pulled, I more…
ETB Athlete John Dougherty on stage at Team Universe. Check out this video.
It’s that time of the year again. Yes, summer is finally here! So you know what that means? Everyone wears fewer clothes and shows more skin. The foods you now consume are even more of a factor this time of the year! In the winter you’re able to hide underneath piles of clothing. But there more…
ETB Athlete John Dougherty is less than one week from competing at Team Universe. Check out this video.
OK, so you just finished drinking your pre-workout energy drink, planned your meals around your workout and you’re on the way to have an intense workout. What do you do when the gym is closed? Now what about your workout? Either poor planning on your part, some sort of new holiday, or you simply just more…
Most articles you read on fitness sites and magazines the next couple months will be geared to losing weight or toning up for summer. So instead of writing another version of all those articles you are probably going to come across this month, let’s talk about bulking up but without losing your six-pack or gaining more…
After a nationwide search with several hundred entries and over 200,000 votes cast on Facebook, ETB is proud to announce the winners of the Search For The Next ETB Athlete. Congratulations to Talisha LaGrange and Jeff Condit, both who have been named to Team ETB. Thank you to all the finalists and to everyone who participated more…
ETB Athlete Sadik Hadzovic is less than a week away from competing in the NPC Jr. Nationals in Chicago. Check out these three workout videos he made getting ready for the show. Good luck Sadik!
I’m always asked about my diet. What do I eat and what do I stay away from? I’m going to break it down for you on the things I like to do when I’m training. But remember just because it works for me doesn’t mean it’s going to work for you. Keep in mind that more…
Summer time is here and the gyms are starting to get packed because people are trying to get ready for beach season. Day in and day out people are spending hours in the gym, however, only a select few are getting the results they are after. I am here to share a little knowledge and hopefully more…
Here’s a spiritual journey for you. Sometimes I find myself going for long distance runs at strange hours. Last night was no exception. It was 12:30am when I laced up my running sneakers and set out to hit some cardio. I quickly started to sprint up my block. One block turns into two blocks, two blocks more…
It’s the final stretch in our Search For The Next ETB Athlete. The ten finalists were tasked with writing a blog that bests represents their unique point of view as it relates to fitness. Be sure to check them out. Feel free to add a comment or ask a question if you have more…
Everyone has Problem Areas Almost everyone has parts areas of their body that are easier to build than others. This is one reason why we see a lot of physiques at the gym or beach that look out of proportion. While a lot of times it’s easier and you will have the urge to focus more…
For those of you who have not quite gotten into the single digit body fat range, start Eating Like A Caveman! Over time, our genes have changed very little, however our diets have changed dramatically. The hunters and gatherers were never overweight, so what does that tell you? Basically, you need to focus on eating more…
Four Factors To Achieve Fitness Goals Summer is right around the corner and everyone is in a rush to get in shape and have a body that they can be proud to show off. What makes a successful fitness program? There are four factors and each play a crucial role in achieving ones fitness goals. more…
John Gioffre’s Full Body Workout Get the most work done at the gym by incorporated full body workouts into your gym routines. You will burn the most calories possible by using more muscles at one-time. Today I’m going to show you how to incorporate these exercises into your routines. Both men and women can benefit more…
We are soon coming up on what is probably the busiest travel time of year other than the holidays and this can be one of the toughest scenarios to stay in shape and keep pace with your workout regimen. I’m usually traveling for photos shoots so my motivation to look my best is at its more…
Today, ETB Athlete John Gioffre takes us through each of the steps to set and achieve your summer goals Time to Get Ready For Summer Spring is here and you know what that means. Time to lose the heavy coats and sweaters. If you’ve been skipping the gym this winter, it’s time to start going. more…
Summer begins at 7:09pm on June 20, 2012 and we thought we would give you 100 tips in a 100 days. That’s a tip a day to help you get in the best shape of your life for what could be the most amazing summer of your life. Here we go: Here are 14 more…
ETB Athlete and Floridian Jeff Grant with great tips on scoring six-pack abs for the beach and beyond. Living in Florida, beach season may come a little sooner for me than you. I just got back from the beach, which is my inspiration for today’s blog. The most sought after attribute this time (and any more…
Some Words of Motivation Lately, I have been noticing all of these defeated people in the gym. I figured now might be a good time to share some of my thoughts and motivate many of you out there to keep at it. Sometimes we must remind ourselves why we do exactly what we do. Every more…
Different Supplements – Different Results The other day, I had a conversation with someone that was actually the inspiration for this blog. He was taking a supplement that wasn’t aligned with his goals. It got me wondering just how many people are doing this and more importantly, how is this interfering with them achieving their more…
People ask me about my physical training routine daily. They ask me how many times I train each body part, what exercises I do, how many reps and sets, how much weight, etc. Rarely am I asked about how I train my mind for peak performance. The mental component of training is just as vital more…
Clean and Lean Diet and Workout Plan With beach season just around the corner and with the launch of ETB’s line of “clean and lean” supplements, this seemed like the perfect topic for my first posting on ETBfit.com. The two biggest components of achieving the lean and toned look that almost everybody wants are exercise more…
ETB Athlete John Dougherty takes us through a tough leg session in this ETB video workout. John show’s us proper form for leg extensions, leg curls and smith squats.