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James de Lacey

James is a professional strength & conditioning coach that works with professional and international level teams and athletes. He owns Sweet Science of Fighting, is a published scientific researcher and has completed his Masters in Sport & Exercise Science. He's combined my knowledge of research and experience to bring you the most practical bites to be applied to your combat training.

5 Best Nootropics For Memory & 3 To Avoid (2026)

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A gradual decline in memory and cognitive ability is inevitable as we age. But we at least have some control over the time it occurs and the degree of it through our lifestyle choices. One more recent addition to the choices we can make to help out cognition is the so-called “smart drugs” or nootropics. […]

Best Moringa For Menopause (2026 Tested)

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When you strip away the marketing, menopause is fundamentally a massive metabolic and hormonal shift. As estrogen levels drop, the body’s sensitivity to cortisol (the stress hormone) spikes, insulin resistance can creep up, and the protective barrier against oxidative stress weakens. This is why women in their 40s and 50s suddenly find that their old […]

Joovv vs. PlatinumLED: I Tried Both (Who Wins In 2026?)

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Red light therapy has become a regular part of my recovery routine, not because it’s trendy, but because it genuinely helps me train hard without feeling wrecked the next day. Between lifting, grappling, and chasing two kids around, my joints take a beating, and consistency with the right tools matters more than hype. Two devices […]

Joovv vs. Lumebox: I Tried Both (Who Wins In 2026?)

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Red light therapy has exploded in popularity over the last few years, and for good reason. From faster recovery and better joint mobility to improved skin and sleep quality, the science behind photobiomodulation isn’t just hype anymore. But as the market fills up with sleek, premium-priced devices all promising the same benefits, figuring out which […]

Best Red Light Therapy for Weight Loss: 8 Devices I Tested (2026)

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Best red light therapy for weight loss is one of the most searched topics in the home wellness space right now. I tested eight devices across six months to give you a clear answer on what actually works. Red light therapy uses specific wavelengths to penetrate tissue and stimulate cellular energy production. Research shows it […]

Best Red Light Therapy for Wound Healing: 8 Devices I Tested (2026)

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Best red light therapy for wound healing is a question I get constantly, and for good reason. Clinical evidence for photobiomodulation in tissue repair is stronger than almost any other at-home wellness application. Red light and near-infrared wavelengths penetrate skin and underlying tissue to accelerate cellular repair. Multiple peer-reviewed studies confirm faster wound closure, reduced […]

Best Red Light Therapy for Sleep: 8 Devices I Tested (2026)

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Best red light therapy for sleep is the question I get most often from people who have tried everything else and still struggle to wind down. Red light is one of the few evidence-backed tools that can genuinely improve sleep onset and quality. Unlike blue light, red and near-infrared wavelengths do not suppress melatonin production. […]

BestQool vs Joovv: I Tried Both (Who Wins In 2026?)

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BestQool and Joovv represent two very different philosophies in the home red light therapy market. BestQool is the challenger brand trying to win on specs per dollar. Joovv is the brand that helped put consumer red light therapy on the map. I tested the BestQool Pro200 and the Joovv Solo 3.0 back to back over […]

BestQool vs Hooga: I Tried Both (Who Wins In 2026?)

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I’ve tested a lot of red light therapy panels over the years, and the budget end of the market has gotten more competitive. BestQool and Hooga are two of the most searched names in that space, and I ran both through several weeks of real training use to find out which one is worth your […]

Platinum LED vs Hooga: I Tried Both (Who Wins In 2026?)

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When people ask me about red light therapy on a spectrum from budget to premium, Hooga and Platinum LED are usually the two names that anchor either end. I have used both extensively and the performance gap is real. Hooga HGPRO450 is the benchmark for affordable entry-level panels. Platinum LED BioMax 300 is one of […]