Protein powder is more popular than ever. There are many brands to choose from and they promise mostly the same things- promote muscle growth and repair tissue. But do you really need to use protein powder to reap these benefits? 

The BOSU Balance Trainer, or BOSU ball, was sold as a way to gain stability, through instability. They are supposed to help train your core, improve your balance, and make practically any exercise more effective. Do they really? Should you use a BOSU ball in your workouts? ​

​You took all of the appropriate steps to determine the calorie deficit needed to lose weight. You hit daily macro and calorie goals. You followed the plan for at least 4 weeks. During this time, you lifted weights and completed cardio sessions. You stepped on the scale this morning and actually gained 2 lbs. WTH?! So why is your calorie deficit not working? 
 
Quite simply, you are not in a calorie deficit. You are still consuming too many calories. If you are tracking all food intake “accurately”, consistently executing workouts, and not seeing weight loss trend downward, then it is time to take a look at your process.