Do You have Saggy Arm? Make it Go Away!
Maybe you call them batwings instead of saggy arms. No matter, of all the things loose skin that hangs from the outer arms can be called most of us don’t want to claim or keep it. Not to worry. If less than firm arms keep you in sweaters instead of free to strut sexy summer […]
The Benefits of Running Uphill
How often do you raise the incline when you run on the treadmill at the gym? How often do you seek out the flattest surface possible when running outside? It may be tough for you, as it is for many, to think about the ascension up a hill as you run, mainly due to the […]
Are Jumping Jacks Really Beneficial?
Jumping Jacks have been a staple in playgrounds and recess class for years. Football coaches will order their troops to perform jumping jacks with their pads on as a warmup before practices or games. If you’ve ever played a sport or attended school, you’re probably done some jumping jacks. But are jumping jacks really beneficial? […]
Shaping Your Inner Thighs
Are you desperate for shapely and sexy inner thighs (just in time for summer) so you can hit the beach or the barbeque with confidence? Forget the latest fad diet claiming to eliminate your ‘thigh gap’ or spending hours per week struggling to get the ideal pair of legs. Your inner thighs are a beautiful […]
How Much Rest Should You Give a Muscle Group in Between Lifts?
Let’s face it: 2014 has been an incredible year for you already. Perhaps this is the year you’ve started losing weight. Perhaps you’ve finally seemed to kick your fast food habit, or implement a healthier late-night routine by not eating past eight at night. On top of it all, you’re hitting the weight room several […]
Healthy Meals vs. Cheat Meals
Healthy meals are fuel for healthy living. The U.S Department of Agriculture and the President’s Council on Fitness have long been spreading the news about the benefits of a sound diet. These include lower risk of heart disease, obesity, type 2 diabetes, and even some types of cancer. So what does a healthy meal look […]
Overtraining—Truth or Myth?
Is it possible to become too fit with CrossFit? Are you running seven days a week in preparation for an upcoming race without resting in between? When it comes to exercise, there’s no doubt that the mental and physical health benefits are endless. From a better night’s sleep to a longer life span, training your […]
Don’t Be That Guy That Flexes At The Gym
There is a long list of DON’Ts at the gym. It is a compilation of unwritten rules forged by the pioneers of exercise. Well, either them or the countless number of loyal gym-rats who have fallen victim to the gym taboos over the years. The Internet is well stocked with videos and blog posts of […]
Get Sweaty on Vacation—A Workout for the Beach
Vacation is a time to enjoy yourself, relax and… stay in bathing suit shape; especially when you’re indulging in lavish dinners on a tropical vacation. Luckily, it’s not so hard to maintain your fitness while on holiday. In fact, with this workout you’ll look and feel amazing from the day you arrive until the day […]
Fitness and Oxygen: Breathe!
It may seem simple, but many people stop breathing when they’re performing an exercise. When you’re pushing through a hard weight set or plank variation, its actually quite simple to stop breathing normally without realizing. However, it’s not a good habit to have. “The easiest way to get hurt when working out is surprisingly simple: […]
