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It’s not just hype: seasonal weight gain exists, and it’s a problem for many. During the spring, you’re prepping for tank top and bikini season. During the summer, you’re staying active by wake boarding, jet skiing and swimming. By fall, you may be overindulging in your favorite holiday dishes—which, for many, leaves the onset of […]

Many women are reluctant to weight train, citing fear of becoming too bulky. If you too are worried about looking like Arnold Schwarzenegger, don’t be. The hormone testosterone is responsible for helping men develop those bulging biceps. Although women do have some testosterone, it is not nearly enough to produce tree trunk like legs. Why […]

Are you dying for toned, svelte thighs, calves, quads, hamstring or backside? Say no more. We get it, and we know how to help you achieve it! Lean down your legs while giving them just the right amount of muscle that gets you noticed. Here’s how. For Beginners—The Chair Squat If exercise hasn’t been your […]

Drinking diet soda may seem a smart way to manage calories and shrink your waist line. After all, where is the quarrel in zero calories? Researchers say there is plenty to quarrel about. It turns out that drinking diet soda is actually more harmful than helpful. Take a look at the top five reasons to […]

Any goal you want in life can be accomplished. But do you want to take the easy road or the hard road to get there? A workout progress journal not only acts as a ‘map’ for achieving toned abs and a sexy physique—it gives you a confidence boost, and the momentum to stay motivated that […]

Classes like Heel Hop, Stiletto Fitness and Stiletto Strength have been popping up at fitness centers across the country. Proponents like back up dancer and inventor of Heel Hop, Kamilah (she uses only one name), swear by the classes. Podiatrists, on the other hand, are sounding the alarm. Are high heel workouts the path to […]

It doesn’t matter if you have an active lifestyle, or a sedentary one. When it comes to living a vibrant life, hydration is key. Just think about it—our bodies are made predominately of water—and throughout your day (as you breathe, urinate, and perspire), you’re losing it. Here’s how to maintain proper hydration levels, and with […]

Celebrities like Kim Kardashian and Amber Rose have been driving the waist training craze. In theory the super tight corset, worn for several hours at a time, shrinks the mid-section resulting in an hour glass figure. In fact, despite before and after photos attesting differently, waist training does not shrink your waist. Think twice before […]

It seems like no matter where you go—from your neighborhood convenient store to big chain grocery stores, protein fueled snacks and meal replacements are everywhere. You know you need protein. After all, protein is necessary for every area of your body (from your cells to your muscles) to flourish, thrive, grow and rebuild. As fast […]

Working out with your spouse or partner can be a great way to foster closeness and get in a little friendly competition. Going this route may help you avoid the pounds couples often pack on when a few too many dinners out and T.V. nights in on the couch add up. Keep each other motivated […]