Top Push-Up Mistakes (and How to Fix Them, Pronto!)
If you want to feel stronger than ever (even if you haven’t worked out in years!) push-ups are the way to go! Not only are they convenient (do them anywhere), but all you need is the motivation to push through (no expensive equipment needed.) Keep reading so you’ll bypass the typical mistakes, and what to […]
3 reasons why warming up is important
You may be tempted to skip the warm-up the next time you exercise. Resist that temptation; go ahead and spend several minutes preparing your body for the increased workload. Here are the benefits. How to warm-up Warming up is not the same as stretching, which should be avoided when muscles are cold. Warming up usually […]
3 mistakes you are probably making while lifting weights and how to correct them
Weight lifting is a great way to tone up and slim down. It also helps you build muscle and functional fitness. That means you’ll give your metabolism a boost and have an easier time managing activities of daily living. Whether you are new to weight lifting or have been at the bench for a while, […]
How to Overcome Gymtimidation
Intimidation of the gym, otherwise known as gymtimidation, is a real problem for many people who want to lose weight, get fit or simply make their daily routine a healthier one. The weight room can be scary at first glance, between burly guys lifting like it’s no one’s business and cardio machines that you couldn’t […]
No time for exercise? No sweat? Get it done in just 15 minutes with HIIT
When you’re short on time high intensity interval training (HIIT) is your ticket to fitness that fits your schedule. HIIT describes any exercise that alternates short bursts of high-intensity exercise with periods or slower exercise (think run for 30 seconds and walk for one minute). The beauty of this workout is that it can be […]
Common Body Weight Training Mistakes
If you’ve ever stepped foot in a weight room, then you know how overwhelming it can be—that is, when you don’t know what you’re doing. Standing machines requires some experience to simply be able to change the weights, and free weights require the right position and posture before you even try to lift. So, if […]
Your 10 Minute Ab Workout That Will Rock Your Core (and Your Fitness Plan!)
Your sense of urgency to get rid of your gut and rock a hardcore…well, core…grows by the day. It’s time to rock it with an ab workout that actually boosts your body strength, enhances your posture, and improves your confidence. For anyone who is tired of feeling bad about his/her mid-section, this workout is for […]
3 Portable Snacks For Healthier Midday Munching
When it comes to staying on track with your fitness, health and weight loss goals, there is nothing more important than the food you eat, when you eat it and how much you eat of it during the day. Some of the top fitness trainers go by the 80/20 rule: what you eat is 80 […]
Five minutes to a stronger core
The core isn’t only your abs; it is also your back and shoulders. Essentially, the core is the trunk of the body. Your core has a role to play in virtually every movement you make. With standing, or stepping, lifting, running and reaching the core is engaged. Because it is so integrally involved in much […]
Are 30 Minute Classes Enough to Lose Weight?
Your life is busy, and it seems to get busier with each day that passes. That means you don’t always have the time or the patience for a daily workout that takes 90 minutes to finish. The good news is, you can still lose weight, still burn fat, and still strengthen your core while embarking […]
