During my first year doing strength training workouts, I experienced exciting progress week after week. I lost stubborn fat, developed noticeable muscle, and moved weights I never imagined I could lift without straining. After a while, though, I grew frustrated. My…
Walking is hands down one of the most convenient forms of exercise. Almost anyone can do it and it’s extremely versatile. From taking a leisurely stroll around your neighborhood to fast walking, or adding some weights to perform a farmer’s…
Are you fit enough to pass the FBI fitness test? Are you sure? To be a special agent, you must be mentally and physically prepared for the work, according to the Bureau. As of October 2015, the Federal Bureau of Investigation requires all…
In the battle of bodyweight vs. weight training, which form of resistance training comes out on top? It’s not an unreasonable question; our time is precious, and we want to choose the activity that yields the best results. However, this debate…
Sticking to a regular exercise routine can be challenging, even in the best of circumstances. But when life gets busy or if you happen to get injured, it’s all too easy to fall out of the habit. One week off turns into…
It’s undeniable: Avocados are the A-listers of the produce section. Not only are avocados Instagram stars — there are 7 million+ posts with #avocado — adding avocado to anything instantly amps up the flavor of your meal. But are avocados…
If you’re just starting out on your fitness journey, you might know calories as the figures you stare at on the back of a cereal box while scrunching your nose in disdain and/or confusion. A measly cup of cereal has…
Want to know the secret for strengthening your core, protecting your joints, and getting more muscle-building benefits out of every workout? It’s stability. Or, a stability ball, to be exact. Also referred to as an exercise ball or a balance…
Bigger glutes are in — but so are perkier derrières. For that goal, you need to focus on the “underbutt,” aka “where the lower section of the glutes joins with the upper section of the hamstrings,” says personal trainer Rachel…
The creamy texture and tangy flavor of mayonnaise is a staple in so many classic recipes — think potato salad, egg salad, pasta salad, sandwiches, burgers, and dips. But it’s not exactly the pinnacle of healthy condiments, so you may…
