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Are Multivitamins Worth It? Let’s Break It Down
Multivitamins often get a bad rap. Are they really worth your money, or just a placebo? Let’s set the record straight:
Why are multivitamins important?
Your body needs a steady supply of vitamins and minerals (micronutrients) to function properly. These aren’t just for avoiding illness—they fuel everything from energy production to muscle repair to brain health.
What happens if you don’t get enough?
If you don’t hit your daily micronutrient intake, your body doesn’t just throw in the towel—it borrows .
For example, if you’re low on calcium, your body will pull it from your bones. If you’re short on iron, your energy levels might tank because your red blood cells can’t carry enough oxygen.
But this borrowing system has consequences:
Long-term deficiencies can lead to weaker bones, chronic fatigue, poor immune function, or even irreversible damage to certain systems in your body.
How do you feel when you do get enough?
✔️ More energy.
✔️ Better focus and mood.
✔️ Improved workouts and recovery.
✔️ Stronger hair, skin, and nails.
How much food does it take to hit those numbers?
Let’s take Vitamin A as an example:
To hit 900 micrograms (daily recommendation), you’d need to eat about:
1 cup of cooked spinach,
2 medium carrots, and
2 eggs… every single day.
Now multiply that by 20+ essential vitamins and minerals, and you can see how hard it is to cover all your bases with food alone—especially if you’re busy or picky about veggies.
So, are multivitamins worth it?
They’re an insurance policy for your diet. While whole foods are best, a good multivitamin helps fill the gaps and ensures your body gets what it needs to operate at full capacity.
Daily Bodybuilding Bro – Sesh W.O.D. – 32 Minutes (Weight)
0 – 8 Minutes: 4 Sets of 10 – 12 Incline Double Dumbbell Bench Press (Using stacked plates or J-Hook on Rig for elevation. There are also two incline capable benches) (Score both dumbbells)
8 – 16 Minutes: 4 Sets of 12 – 15 Prone Incline Dumbbell Rear Delt Fly (Score both dumbbells)
16 – 24 Minutes: 4 Sets of 12- 15 Double Dumbbell Prone Incline Tricep Extension (Score both dumbbells)
24 – 32 Minutes: 4 Sets of 10 – 12 Double Dumbbell Incline Zottman Curls (Score both dumbbells)
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Endurance W.O.D. – 30 Minutes (Time)
Functional Bodybuilding Endurace Workout
4 Rounds
250/200 Meter Ski or 200 Meter Run
20 Kettlebell Gorilla Rows (35s/25s) (R/L=2)
250/200 Meter Ski or 200 Meter Run
20 Kettlebell Horn Curls (35/25)
250/200 Meter Ski or 200 Meter Run
20 Kettlebell Overhead Tricep Extensions
Why Functional Bodybuilding matched with Cardio Intervals Work Best for Fat Loss and Building Muscle
Research shows that combining strength exercises, like those in functional bodybuilding, with cardio intervals is one of the most effective ways to improve body composition. Strength training builds lean muscle mass, which increases your resting metabolic rate—how many calories you burn just by being alive. Adding cardio intervals elevates your heart rate, placing your body in the optimal fat-burning zone while improving cardiovascular health. Together, they create a metabolic environment where you burn fat, build muscle, and improve functional fitness for real-life movement patterns. This efficient combo isn’t just about looking good—it’s about feeling strong, moving better, and staying healthy for life.