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Jul 16, 2024 | experiencelife.lifetime.life | Samantha McKinney |Laura Hamann |Molly Kopischke

With Samantha McKinney, RD, CPT Season 8, Episode 18 | July 16, 2024Amino acids are the building blocks of protein that support health in several ways — with the most well-known being how they help us build strength and lean tissue and recover well from exercise. Samantha McKinney, RD, CPT, shares more about the role of amino acids in the body and why supplementation can be beneficial.

May 17, 2024 | experiencelife.lifetime.life | Lauren Bedosky |Samantha McKinney |Laura Hamann

Amino acids are the building blocks of proteins, and as a result, these organic chains play critical roles in muscle growth and function, says Christ. Of the 20 amino acids crucial for building protein — and, by extension, muscle — nine of them are considered essential amino acids (EAAs), meaning your body can’t produce them on its own and must get them through food.

May 16, 2024 | experiencelife.lifetime.life | Emily Ewen |Michael Dregni |Laura Hamann

Whether you’re lifting weights, pedaling your legs, or dancing to the beat, a 45-minute or hour-long workout class puts stress on your body. This exercise-induced “good stress,” is what can help you grow stronger and be ready to return to class again and again, especially when it’s paired with proper recovery. While many people first consider physical recovery techniques such as sauna, stretching, or massage, nutrition plays an important role in how well you recover too.

Mar 20, 2024 | experiencelife.lifetime.life | David Freeman |Callie Fredrickson |Emily Ewen |Laura Hamann

With Anika Christ, RD, and Samantha McKinney, RD Season 8, Episode 2Which supplement ingredients should I avoid? What is considered “clean eating”? Are there healthy habits to never waiver on? Life Time dietitians answer these common nutrition questions — and more. Listen > Eating 30 grams of protein per meal is a target to aim for to help steady blood sugar, support energy, and keep you feeling satiated. Use these high-protein recipes to reach that goal.

Feb 8, 2024 | experiencelife.lifetime.life | Laura Hamann |Samantha McKinney

Amino acids are something we often refer to as a “best-kept workout secret” because they’re an essential supplement to add to your workout routine if you want to make sure you’re building lean muscle and recovering well from your workouts. The reason it’s a “secret,” though, is because despite the proven benefits, we find it’s a supplement that many still aren’t aware or taking advantage of.