Category: Matt Weik

The Free Sample Debate at Expos
by Matt Weik
If you’ve ever visited the Arnold Classic Expo, then you know all too well the haul of samples you are able to leave Columbus with [...]

Social Media’s Impact on Supplement Business Growth
by Matt Weik
We live in a world where social media is used and abused—to a point. Sure, social media is great for staying connected with frien [...]

Muscle Maker Grill on the Move
by Matt Weik
I’m not going to lie, when I was with MET-Rx I loved traveling to New Jersey. Not because of the beaches, but because of the Musc [...]

Which Retired Bodybuilder Should Make a Comeback Next?
by Matt Weik
It’s funny. I've been thinking about this for a few weeks in my head just for fun and decided to put it on paper. With so many g [...]

Is the Back and Forth with Nutrition Research Making Us Fat?
by Matt Weik
This article, I want to make everyone think. No, it’s not going to challenge you to the point of exhaustion like some brain-tease [...]

Consumers Want Better Tasting Supplements
by Matt Weik
It’s sad to think that I was around back when supplements had the taste profile of cardboard and chalk. You’d literally have to f [...]

Are There Long-Term Consequences of Bodybuilding?
by Matt Weik
If you look at any athletes across all spectrums today, you’ll see injuries popping up left and right. The opportunity for injuri [...]

The Power of Kefir
by Matt Weik
People who use yogurt, but find that it gives them digestive issues might benefit from something like kefir. The benefits of kefi [...]

A Bodybuilder’s Favorite – Chipotle – Under Fire AGAIN!
by Matt Weik
When it comes to places that bodybuilders like to frequent, one of them just happens to be Chipotle. And if you know me, you know [...]

Why Do Bodybuilders Get the Cold Shoulder from Society?
by Matt Weik
We live in a society where the way you look labels you. If you walk around in a suit all day, you must be someone important, smar [...]

The Rebound Effect and Excuses from Competitors Who Gave Up
by Matt Weik
I recently came across an article that talked about a bikini competitor who went from fab to flab. Her reasoning? Balance. I li [...]

Return of the King? Zack Khan Has Something to Prove
by Matt Weik
When you push your body to the limit, there will be a breaking point. Zack “King” Khan found that out all too well. In 2010, Zac [...]

Consumers in the Supplement Space Demand Higher Quality Controls
by Matt Weik
The supplement industry is unregulated for the most part. While the FDA claims they oversee manufacturers and distribution, they [...]

When Taken Alone, BCAA’s Are Ineffective
by Matt Weik
When it comes to building quality lean muscle mass, we all know it starts with our training and diet. When you are able to stimul [...]

Negative Consequences of Kids Using FitBits
by Matt Weik
Many people across the globe are now purchasing wearable technology—specifically, exercise trackers. They want to hold themselves [...]

