How To Get Fit in College
Hey guys, this is Jessica, Sarah's youngest sister! I am 20 years old and a student at the University of Kentucky majoring in Marketing with a minor in Psychology. I was so excited when Sarah asked me to be a guest on her blog because I am passionate about fitness and...
Refeed Days
If you have spent 20 minutes looking at the fitness industry on instagram, I can bet my life's worth that you have come across the following terms: cheat day / meal, treat day / meal, and refeed day / meal. Here in the Bowmar household, we try to avoid using the word...
How to: Drink More Water
We are compromised of nearly 70% water. But you already knew that. Did you also know that by not drinking enough water, your body will retain more water as it puts itself into survival mode- not knowing if you will supply it with enough water for the day? A great goal...
Fat Burning Heart Rate Zone
Happy 2021 from the Bowmars to you! The fresh start I am sure we all have been waiting for. I will let you in on a little secret though, nothing changes if nothing changes. So let's change! It has always been my mission to put out helpful content in a way that is easy...
Tips for Traveling Fit
Josh and I are very blessed to travel as much as we do, so I wanted to give everyone our tips on how to travel fit and healthy! This can also be heard on our podcast, The Bowmar Show. Can I pack my supplements in my carry on? Yes! You can bring all Bowmar Nutrition...
Bowmar Nutrition Protein Coffee
Let's talk about Bowmar Nutrition protein coffee! Protein coffee is a simple and delicious way to enjoy protein and get in a quick meal. I wanted to make this blog to clarify what it is and what it isn't. When our company launched protein hot chocolate and started to...
Bowmar Home Gym Essentials
It's no secret that 2020 has been rough when it comes to limited gym attendance, gyms closing, etc. Josh and I decided to build our Bowmar Home Gym this summer before Oakley was born and I am so glad that we did! 95% of my workouts can be done in our basement gym and...
Immune Support vs Greens
We have launched our Immune Support product and have been receiving some questions on how this product is different than the benefits of our Greens supplement I think it's important to understand the immune system on a very basic level. Your immune...
Bowmar Nutrition Pre Workout 2.0
The day is finally here for us to talk about the new preworkout formula that we have been working on since late last summer! The new pre workout launches IS NOW AVAILABLE. I wanted to touch on some high level points about what sets this formula apart from our current...
EAAs vs BCAAs
Introducing our newest line- EAAs (Essential Amino Acids) These will be replacing our BCAAs in order to bring you, our amazing customers, better and better products (please click the link to review what BCAAs are) I have been getting a ton of questions on EAAs, what...
Bowmar Nutrition Colon Cleanse
Some supplements are great for weight lifters. And then they are some supplements that are great for literally every human being on the planet- this being one of them. Over the last few weeks, I have received a ton of questions regarding this product, usage, etc and...
What is Creatine?
We recently just launched Creatine13 and a lot of people have been asking what it is! Creatine is a naturally occurring chemical in every human being. It is stored in muscle cells and a small amount is stored in your brain and kidneys. Creatine is one of the most...
PRE Workout
This blog is a few weeks overdue but we launched Bowmar Nutrition PRE during the week of the Arnold and then 10 days later took our top performing BN athletes of 2018 on a cruise! It's safe to say we have tried several dozen different pre workouts on the market- both...
Fiber
We introduced Fiber to the Bowmar Nutrition family! Let’s talk about fiber! Who needs fiber? Practically every single person on this planet unless you are the perfect amount of fibrous fruits and vegetables that you have grown yourself Diets that include quality...
Collagen!
We have officially launched collagen through Bowmar Nutrition and I wanted to provide some insight as a lot of people have been asking about this supplement Collagen is fairly new in terms of supplements but the benefits are truly amazing Why Bowmar Nutrition? Our...
Probiotics
Probiotics are live bacteria and yeasts that are good for you, especially your digestive system. We usually think of these as germs that cause diseases. But your body is full of bacteria, both good and bad. Probiotics are often called "good" or "helpful" bacteria...
Fish Oil
The who, what, where, why, when, how of fish oil! There are so many benefits to omegas found in fish oil and if you are not eating fish more than 3 times a week, you need to be supplementing with it! Fish oil comes from the tissues of oily fish and are basically...
Greens Powder 101
Today's world is busy. I often joke that my brain has too many tabs open, and I know many people can relate to that as well. Convenience is also a huge aspect of our lives which is where our Bowmar Nutrition Greens powder comes in. Before I delve into the convenience...
Protein Powder 101
Protein powder- the most popular and widely known “body builder” supplement on the planet. Hands down. Ever since we launched our protein hot chocolate and how successful it has been (thank y’all), it has opened my eyes to how many confusion there is surrounding...
How To Go Out and Still Stay on Track
Let’s be honest- we all have social lives. We all like going out to eat. We all have social functions to attend to: weddings, work parties, birthday parties, baby showers, etc. Now the question- how do you stay on track with your diet and still have a social life?...
Binge Eating
Before I start this blog post- I want to kindly remind everyone that if you are struggling with an eating disorder of any kind- there is no shame in asking for help from a licensed therapist or treatment facility. We only have one life and you should not feel bad for...
Meal Prepping on a Budget
Meal prepping DOES NOT have to be expensive. In fact, we save A TON of money when we meal prep and eat at home compared to grabbing food here and there. I hope this blog sheds some light on how you can meal prep, make it taste healthy, and save money all at the same...
If I’m Trying to Lose Weight- Should I Lift or do Cardio?
The most frequently asked question I get in real life and online is: “If I am trying to lose weight, should I just do cardio until I get to my goal weight and then start lifting weights? I don’t want to start lifting weights and then build muscle over my fat” 1: Do...
Do I Eat Back My Calories
This is a question I get more often than I would like to admit: "I burned 500 calories during my workout, I get to eat those since I burned them, right?" 1- how do you even know you're burning that many calories in a workout? 2- keep reading Let's first discuss TDEE...
How to: Curb Cravings
1: Avoid / limit dairy. Dairy, especially over processed dairy such as milk, cheese, and butter, can severely bloat you. Additionally, low quality whey based protein powders can also bloat you (that usually comes from the filler ingredients and not the whey itself,...
My Weekly Lifting Schedule
This is a very requested blog post I have been receiving a ton lately I will preface by saying this: your body DOES NOT KNOW what day of the week it is. I don't plan my lifting schedule as though I HAVE to lift glutes on Monday, shoulders Tuesday, etc. Your body...
How to Decrease Bloating Tips
It happens- we (especially women) often feel bloated. It's uncomfortable. You don't feel like yourself. It sometimes is painful. So- what can you do? I have compiled my list of staples to avoid regular bloating 1: Avoid / limit dairy. Dairy, especially over processed...
What Supplements Do I Need
Supplements are such a hot topic in the world of bodybuilding and weight loss. So many marketers, companies, and influencers push this product, promise so much weight loss, and make you think that you HAVE to take supplements to see results. That couldn't be further...
How Much Cardio Should I Be Doing?
The age old question. The thing I get asked more than anything on the planet. A few things: Cardio is not magical Cardio should not be abused and should not act as a form of punishment if you overeat or binge Let's start at the beginning.... You burn calories 24/7....
Will Protein Powder Make Me Fat?
Ladies, ladies, ladies, ladies, ladies. Can you stop asking this question? Sarah Bowmar Non Sugar Coated Answer: NO!!!!!! Ok, well maybe. Ok, there is not a single food on this planet that will make you fat. How? It's not about WHAT you eat, it's about HOW MUCH you...
Should I Lift or Do Cardio First?
If you are wondering this- trust me, you are not alone. This has to be one of my most top asked questions which is what warranted the need for this blog post! Again, this is all my opinion. If what you do works better for you- then keep doing it. In an ideal world,...
How To Stay Motivated
Hey, Sarah Bowmar here to help you guys with staying motivated. This is one of my most asked questions so I hope this helps!
Boobs and Barbells
Today on my instagram (@sarah_bowmar), I posted a workout video that included burpees and I made the comment that I don't do the pushup because of my implants. And it sparked a frenzy. Here's a little background on my implant journey: When I was 19, 3 days before my...
How to: Meal Prep
Hi, Sarah Bowmar here! A lot of people ask me if it’s possible to gain strength and size while losing body fat and the answer is YES- it’s called carb cycling.
How To Build A Killer Workout Program
How To Build A Killer Workout Program The best part about the internet- there are endless free resources for fitness. The bad thing about the internet- there are endless free resources for fitness. There are a lot of amazing pieces on fitness and health and working...