The MOTS-c peptide is a newly discovered mitochondrial-derived peptide (MDP) that has quickly become one of the most intriguing topics in both longevity science and sports performance. Encoded by mitochondrial DNA, MOTS-c acts as a cellular messenger that helps regulate energy metabolism, glucose utilization, and stress adaptation. As noted by Lee, Cell Metabolism, MOTS-c improves insulin […]
Total Gym Summer Camp Day 5: Finish Line Friday | Camp Closeout Circuit Maria Sollon MS, CSCS, PES Hey Camp Warrior! Welcome to Day 5, the grand finale of Total Gym Summer Camp! The energy is high, the progress is real, and while you might not be ready to say goodbye to camp just yet… […]
Muscle growth has natural limits set by genetics, training, and nutrition. One of the key biological regulators behind these limits is myostatin, a protein that acts as a “brake” on skeletal muscle development. While this mechanism prevents uncontrolled growth, it also restricts the ability to achieve extreme hypertrophy. Enter follistatin — a naturally occurring protein that […]
Kisspeptin is a naturally occurring neuropeptide that plays a central role in the regulation of the female reproductive system. Acting as a key activator of the hypothalamic–pituitary–gonadal (HPG) axis, Kisspeptin stimulates the release of gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH), which in turn triggers the production of luteinizing hormone (LH) and follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH). These hormones are responsible for […]
Total Gym Summer CampDay 4: Flex & Flow Thursday | Recovery & MindsetMaria Sollon MS, CSCS, PES Hey Camper! You’ve powered through three action-packed days of camp… now it’s time to shift gears and focus on recovery, mobility, and the strength of your mindset. Flex & Flow Thursday is all about restoring, rebalancing, and recharging […]