I wrote an introductory blog about macronutrients, or “macros”. I started talking about carbohydrates, the macronutrient that most people eat the most of. Today, I’m writing about protein, the macro that I tell most people to increase when they’re trying to lose fat and gain muscle. What is protein? Proteins […]
If you read fitness and nutrition blogs written by people in the bodybuilding world, you hear a lot about macronutrients or “macros.” Do you know what they are? Because if you don’t, you are missing vital information on how to achieve your goals. Follow this three part series to learn […]
Here’s a recipe that’ll help you reach your health-related goals. You’ll need: – 6 cups water – 3 bouillon cubes (I use a low-sodium variety) – 2 bags frozen broccoli – Ground black pepper (optional) – Garlic powder (optional) – Ginger (optional) Boil water and bouillon cubes, then add frozen broccoli. Cook […]
How’s that New Year’s resolution going? I’ll admit, I started 2012 with a bang and I’ve already made lots of adjustments to the plans I made in December. But I find that a flexible approach works best for me; and that’s the case with most other people, too. So many […]
Quest Elite Athlete, Internationally published Fitness Model and NPC Bikini Competitor Rachel Mac can be found on Facebook and Twitter. Hey Quest Fans! After a long hiatus, I’m blogging again. I can’t wait to share the ideas I’ve learned over the past few months with you guys. And this week, […]
Editors Note: Rachel Mac is a commercial litigator in Chicago, Illinois, who lives a healthy lifestyle despite often spending 12+ hours per day in the office. She has come up with a low-maintenance healthy lifestyle that allows her to eat well and hit the gym regularly, with a schedule that’s […]
Editors Note: Rachel Mac is a commercial litigator in Chicago, Illinois, who lives a healthy lifestyle despite 12+ hours per day in the office. She has come up with a low-maintenance healthy lifestyle that allows her to eat well and hit the gym regularly, with a schedule that’s anything […]
Hesitant to start weight lifting? Men AND women benefit from this and Rachel Mac shows you how to do it!
Rachel Mac is a frequent contributor to the Quest Blog. She is a commercial litigator in Chicago, Illinois, who lives a healthy lifestyle despite 12+ hours per day in the office. You can find Rachel on Facebook and on Twitter. In today’s QUESTions With… Rachel talks about women lifting heavy weights, over-restricting calories and […]