I admit – the title is provocative. But that’s exactly how dogmatic and black-and-white today’s discussions around nutrition have become. Whether it’s about meat, dairy, or soy, things are quickly labeled as either “good” or “bad” – with little room for nuance. If you want to understand why your body needs protein and how much is necessary for fat loss or muscle building, this blog post is for you. This article focuses specifically on meat as a source of protein. Just last week I read that chicken, when consumed above a certain weekly amount, is now considered harmful. Until now, only excessive red meat was viewed as problematic. And now even white meat is under fire? Right in the middle of the barbecue season! All the more reason to shed some light on this topic.

Stretching is considered essential for fitness and health, yet many misconceptions surround it. Flexibility and mobility are often confused – though one refers to passive range of motion, the other to active movement control. In today’s blog post, we take a detailed, science-based look at what stretching actually changes – and what it doesn’t.

Probably everyone who has already dealt with training plans or has trained with training plans themselves has already heard the term «split training plan». The most common split trainings are 2-way and 3-way splits but 4-way or 5-way splits are also possible. When do such training plans make sense and what are the advantages and disadvantages of split training plans? We dedicate this blog post to this topic from the world of program design in strength training.

Some people find it difficult to imagine training with dumbbells or machines in a gym in the Zug area. They may feel uncomfortable, constantly observed, or afraid of doing something wrong. We understand these concerns and prejudices, and with this article, we aim to help you overcome them. We’ll roll out the red carpet for your journey to the gym and ensure you turn your motivation for strength training into action.

We are fitness experts. But when it comes to losing weight or building muscle in a sustainable and healthy way, other factors are just as important as training. One of these, along with a good night’s sleep, is your diet. That’s why we’re going to look at some of the basics of nutrition and show you a sample day from Marc’s life.

Cold plunges and saunas have taken the wellness world by storm, with fans touting everything from quicker recovery to sharper mental clarity. Thanks to social media, these claims are often hyped up, making it tricky to separate fact from fiction. But what does science really have to say? In this article, we’ll dive into the evidence behind cold and heat exposure, debunk a few myths, and share some practical tips to help you get started safely and with confidence.