Nutrition & Fitness

Identifying the proper fitness and nutrition routine can be difficult - which is why Ascent is here to help. Read about ways you can improve your fitness regime, and find ways to adjust your dietary nutrition plans through the blogs below.

Mar 09, 2023

How Protein Can Help Improve Your Workout

POV: You’ve got your workout routine all dialed in, but now you’re ready to take it to the next level. We’re talking about amping up muscle mass and strength and staying consistent with recovery. There are steps you can take...

Feb 10, 2023

The Ideal Daily Routine To Build Muscle

As we age, muscle mass naturally diminishes. But if you dedicate the time to strength training and certain lifestyle habits, you can help preserve and increase lean muscle mass. And the benefits go beyond just athletic performance (and good looks),...

Feb 10, 2023

How To Lower Your Appetite By Consuming Protein

You know that protein is an essential macronutrient in your diet. You may also know that the amino acids in protein are the building blocks of muscle, helping you recover post-workout. But there’s another benefit that’s rarely talked about: protein...

Feb 06, 2023

How To Optimize Muscle Recovery After Your Workout

When you think about building muscle, resistance training exercises are probably the first thing that comes to mind. But did you know your rest days are actually pulling half the weight — yes, pun intended. Recovery is the critical stage...

Dec 19, 2022

How The BCAAs Found In Ascent Help You Recover Post-Workout

Have you ever wondered how athletes can perform multiple days in a row with little to no downtime? It’s because they have a recovery strategy that includes BCAAs, allowing them to get back to their training faster and stronger. But...

Jun 01, 2022

Best Workout Routines For Your Fitness Plan

If you’re like me, the smell of spring and the change of seasons gets you excited for the summer full of exploring the outdoors. I spend the winter on skis, which means spring is when I start running again more...

May 10, 2022

How to Add Plant-Based Protein to a Protein Rich Diet

It’s a common misconception that plant-based diets are “insufficient” or “too complicated” when it comes to daily protein intake. Without the convenience of protein sourced from animals, how do plant-based protein sources stack up? Animal products make up only a...

Jan 03, 2022

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