Healthy grilling recipes
Barbecue season is a special time. Gathering family and friends around the grill means great memories and great food. All too often it also means unhealthy foods that wreck even the most generous diet plans. Try these recipes to change the game. You really can have great taste and grill healthy. Salmon with brown sugar […]
Healthy grilling recipes
Who says the grill is only for the regular rotation of artery clogging summer faves. Move aside hamburgers and ribs. There’s plenty of room on the grill and the plate for these healthy alternatives. Honey Soy Grilled Salmon with Edamame Give your guests something to rave about at the next bbq. This fan favorite from […]
Tips for starting your triathlon training
There are few races more rewarding, or more challenging, than the triathlon. The combination of biking, running and swimming is tough but absolutely doable. Millions of athletes of all stripes have done it and you can too. These tips will help you get ready to toe the line and get to the finish on race […]
5 Light And Healthy Desserts For Summer
Stay fit and keep meals light during the hot and lazy days of summer. These sweet treats are tops for refreshment and taste. They’re pretty virtuous, too so enjoy them guilt free. Even better – no oven required Watermelon Granita This 5-star recipe is courtesy of Bon Appetit Magazine. Its pairs the ultimate taste of […]
Anatomy of Fitness – The Appropriate Workouts for Different Parts of the Body
When you work out, you are exercising specific areas of your body, and certain moves are designed to target different areas. Working out your shoulders is done best by exercises like overhead presses and arm circles, and working out your hamstrings are done best by deadlifts and flutter kicks. Your biceps are best targeted by […]
Get the Summer Beach Body You Have Always Wanted
Summer is just around the corner, but it isn’t too late to get beach ready. Try these tips and tricks to tone up and slim down fast. Go big or go home No time to waste – You need a routine that will melt calories and fat fast. Great choices include jump rope, which can […]
Pro Tips For Controlling Your Breathing While Working Out
Proper breathing during exercise is important because it helps deliver oxygen to your muscles. As you expend energy carbon dioxide is created. Breathing helps rid your body of the waste. The harder you work, the more oxygen you will need. Controlling your breath boosts stamina and helps you have a better, more effective workout. Here’s […]
Kettlebell Exercises To Carve A Strong Back
If you haven’t tried exercise with a kettlebell yet, what are you waiting for?! Kettlebells pack a powerful one-two punch giving you both strength training and cardio, so you get more bang for your exercise buck. Looking for a total body toner that also helps you burn fat and calories? Hoist a kettlebell. This weighty […]
The Relationship Between Fitness and Mental Health
When you exercise, you are not only receiving physical benefits but also mental benefits too. Mentally, exercising improves your mood and reduces both short-term and long-term depression, and physically, exercising lowers the risk of certain medical conditions and strengthens bones and muscles. If you struggle to work out every day, look for ways to implement […]
Top Fitness Gurus to Follow
Let’s face it: it’s much easier to begin getting into shape than it is to continue working out week after week. Whether you’re already knee-deep in a workout program or you’re just beginning one after years away from an exercise routine, motivation is key. Here are some of the best, most popular and trending fitness […]
