How to Use a Heart Rate Monitor to Improve Your Training
Are you engaging in high-intensity workouts to burn fat, lose that mid-section jiggle, or perhaps boost your metabolism? If so, that’s great—but how do you know you’re raising your heart rate to where it should be for an effective workout? This article will cover the importance of a heart rate monitor during your workout, and […]
HIIT vs LISS
Enough with the acronyms. Let’s just start with what it all means. HIIT is short for the latest fitness trend, high intensity interval training. LISS has fallen out of favor in recent years but can still be beneficial. It stands for low intensity steady state exercise. Wondering which one is right for you? Here we’ll […]
Road map to the gym
New to the gym? You may be surprised by all the things available in today’s health club. Know to expect. Here is a sneak peek. Expertise Sure, the gym has fancy equipment but most importantly, there are trained staff that can help you use it safely. Take advantage of gym staff and trainers to: • […]
Why Strength Training is Great For Women
Who doesn’t want to feel amazing in her skin? Who doesn’t want to have a flat tummy, great butt, and sculpted, shapely legs? Who doesn’t want to have high energy and brain power all day long? These are just some of the many benefits strength training can offer—and why, as a woman, it’s more important […]
Why You Should Give Up Soda Today
For some, soda is an enjoyment part of their meal. For others, it’s something they can’t live without. If soda has become an addiction for you—or even if you just enjoy the occasional one here and there, science shows us that it pays to curb your habit altogether. Here are the top reasons why. You […]
Skip the Pounds Away! The Best Jump Roping Workouts
Jump rope isn’t just for kids. In fact, when you crank up the intensity, it can be a portable, efficient way to raise your heart rate to turn your fat burner switch on, boost your energy, and tone up. A great cardiovascular and strength training workout, we’ve got the best approach to getting the body […]
How to perfect your pull-up
Pull-ups aren’t easy but they yield great results. If you’re looking for a way to build and tone your arms and lats, pull-ups are it. This compound exercise also burns fat and calories. The trick for achieving the biggest benefit is to perfect the move. We’ll show you how. Master the form Pull your shoulders […]
Workouts for any energy or fitness level
There are days when you can really go to the mat for your fitness commitment. You give it all your effort and head home spent. Other days…not so much. Maybe your heart isn’t in it, or you’re new to the exercise game. Whatever the reason you want to take it easy. Here are three exercise […]
5 tips for getting rid of your dad bod
There are times when cuddly is cute as in the recent dad bod fad. As much as men may rejoice the fad won’t last forever, and for good reason. Teddy bear bellies might be good for snuggling, but they aren’t good for overall health. Abdominal fat is associated with poor outcomes over the long-term. If […]
How to Work Out While on Vacation
Whether you’re headed to your annual summer beach house spot with your significant other, or you’re off to a family reunion to an international destination, your workouts don’t have to stop. In fact, you don’t ever need to get off track—because the truth is, the more you move, the better of a vacation you’ll have. […]
