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Leading creatine monohydrate brands in a line in front of barbell

Best Creatine in Canada: Top 8 Brands Compariso...

Joe Clark

If you're looking to compare the top creatine brands available in Canada so you can choose the best possible creatine, you've come to the right place. If you want a...

Best Creatine in Canada: Top 8 Brands Compariso...

Joe Clark

If you're looking to compare the top creatine brands available in Canada so you can choose the best possible creatine, you've come to the right place. If you want a...

Selection of popular carb and electrolyte drink mixes, including Tailwind, Maurten, Skratch Labs, Precision Hydration, and Thrive EnduraFuel, displayed in front of cyclists during an endurance event.

Best Alternatives to Skratch, Maurten & Tailwin...

Joe Clark | BSc Hons Sport Science

If you’re looking for a side-by-side comparison of Skratch, Maurten, Tailwind, and their leading alternatives in Canada, you’ve come to the right place. This is an in-depth, science-based guide for...

Best Alternatives to Skratch, Maurten & Tailwin...

Joe Clark | BSc Hons Sport Science

If you’re looking for a side-by-side comparison of Skratch, Maurten, Tailwind, and their leading alternatives in Canada, you’ve come to the right place. This is an in-depth, science-based guide for...

Close-up of plant-based protein powder with a scoop, representing scientific discussion on heavy metals and product safety.

Heavy Metals in Plant-Based Protein: Why you sh...

Joe Clark

By Joe Clark, BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Science  October 20, 2025. Introduction If you’ve come here, you’re likely asking yourself, “Should I stop consuming plant-based protein due to heavy...

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Heavy Metals in Plant-Based Protein: Why you sh...

Joe Clark

By Joe Clark, BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Science  October 20, 2025. Introduction If you’ve come here, you’re likely asking yourself, “Should I stop consuming plant-based protein due to heavy...

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A selection of popular electrolyte powders and tablets, including Thrive Hydrate, Organika, LMNT, Nuun, BioSteel, Hydralyte, and Vega, arranged on a running track background.

8 Best Electrolyte Powders in Canada According ...

Joe Clark

This is an in-depth, science-based guide for recreational exercisers and competitive athletes seeking the optimal electrolyte supplement to replace sweat losses and support health and performance. If you don’t sweat,...

8 Best Electrolyte Powders in Canada According ...

Joe Clark

This is an in-depth, science-based guide for recreational exercisers and competitive athletes seeking the optimal electrolyte supplement to replace sweat losses and support health and performance. If you don’t sweat,...

Thrive Protein on the RUNEGADE Podcast | Nutrition for Runners

Thrive Protein on the RUNEGADE Podcast | Nutrit...

Joe Clark

Gillian and I (Thrive Protein) recently appeared on the RUNEGADE podcast, a show that explores all things running. Each episode delves into the human connection with running through meaningful conversation,...

Thrive Protein on the RUNEGADE Podcast | Nutrit...

Joe Clark

Gillian and I (Thrive Protein) recently appeared on the RUNEGADE podcast, a show that explores all things running. Each episode delves into the human connection with running through meaningful conversation,...

Silhouette of a runner passing in front of the word 'NUTRITION' at sunrise or sunset

How to Calculate Protein, Carbs and Fat Intake ...

Joe Clark

Article Difficulty: Easy 🕗 10 minute read This article is a guide to calculating your protein, carbohydrate, and fat requirements as a runner. It follows a step by step method of...

How to Calculate Protein, Carbs and Fat Intake ...

Joe Clark

Article Difficulty: Easy 🕗 10 minute read This article is a guide to calculating your protein, carbohydrate, and fat requirements as a runner. It follows a step by step method of...