WAG Blog

Expert nutrition advice, tracking tutorials, member stories, and more to help you reach your goals.

Sugar Showdown: Cane Sugar vs. High Fructose Corn Syrup

Recently, there has been a lot of discussion about the type of sugar used in foods and beverages: cane sugar versus high-fructose corn syrup (HFCS). While both are forms of added sugar, they have subtle differences that may impact your training goals, body composition, and long-term health.

Brittany Werner

Brittany Werner

Aug 4, 2025

1 min read

I Eat Healthy, But I'm Not Seeing Results”: 7 Common Athlete Nutrition Mistakes

If you’re training hard, eating healthy, and still not seeing the performance or body composition results you want, you’re not alone. Many athletes find themselves frustrated by stalled progress despite doing “everything right.” Often, the issue isn’t effort—it’s awareness. You may be relying on healthy foods hindering progress without realizing it.

Team WAG

Team WAG

Jul 28, 2025

1 min read

Vacation Nutrition Tips: How to Stay on Track While Traveling

Ah, spring break! The mere words conjure up images of sunny beaches, exciting adventures, and maybe just a little bit of letting loose. But what should you do if you have specific fitness, nutrition, and body composition goals?  This post is your go-to guide for vacation nutrition tips to help you stay on track. 

Ali Macy

Ali Macy

Mar 31, 2025

1 min read

Macronutrients for Performance: The Missing Piece of Your Puzzle

Have you ever felt like you're putting in the work at the gym and trying to eat "healthy," but your performance isn't improving, or your weight just won't budge? The secret to unlocking your fitness potential and achieving your body composition goals might lie in a deeper understanding of macronutrients for performance.

Ali Macy

Ali Macy

Mar 26, 2025

1 min read

How to Use a Food Scale to Count Calories and Macros

If you are starting to pay attention to your nutrition, learning how to use a food scale to count calories and macros will make the process easier. With a bit of time and practice, you can confidently determine what is in your food (and, therefore, how much you need to eat) to reach specific body composition, performance, and overall wellness goals.

Rachel Holcomb

Rachel Holcomb

May 20, 2024

1 min read

15 Simple Strategies for Better Sleep

Dialing in your sleep is a major proponent for busting through plateaus, which is why we refer members to this article often. So much so that we’ve added more tips and practical devices for improving sleep to the list!

Ali Macy

Ali Macy

Jan 26, 2024

1 min read