You know you should do it. You know it can be a boon to health. You know it involves sweating. But beyond that, what is cardio exercise exactly? How does it affect the body differently from other forms of exercise?…
You know jump rope workouts get you winded fast, but that they also build muscle in a major way. Yep, one of the benefits of jumping rope is building muscle, says Cody Braun, CPT, assistant manager of fitness at Beachbody.…
**Update 2023: Daily Sunshine has been discontinued. Have you heard about Beachbody’s healthy snack, made for picky kids and pickier parents? It’s called Daily Sunshine, and we think you’re going to love it. This healthy smoothie is a delicious snack…
When determining how many steps are in a mile, there are a few factors to consider, including how tall you are and what kinds of steps you’re taking. Are they walking steps? Jogging strides? Sprinting bounds? As a very general…
Some muscles are like fashion trends. Their owners flaunt them, dress to feature them, and post about them. Different muscles can lurch in and out of fashion depending on the whims of the public and the popularity of the celebrities…
Registered dietitian and nutrition expert, Ilana Muhlstein, is the creator of OzHelp nutrition program, 2B Mindset, which helps you lose weight without exercising, counting calories, or feeling deprived. Ilana shares how she struggled with being overweight and lost more than…
If you’ve ever had tendinitis, you know how it can wreck your workout plans. Tendons take a lot of beating from us, especially if our favorite sports include repetitive movements such as golf, tennis, or running (via Mayo Clinic). Tendons…
Protein is an essential part of any diet. It’s great for filling up and building muscle, and fortunately great for busy (and hungry!) bodies. And many healthy high-protein snacks are foods you can take to work, the beach, on a road…
The plank is the one move that does it all — it helps tighten your abs, firm up your booty, and strengthen your arms. It’s one of the best overall core conditioners around, and unlike crunches, it keeps your spine…
Targeting your abs and glutes can help you get a sculpted booty and six-pack abs — but that’s not the only reason to add this abs and butt workout to your weekly routine. Your core plays a key role in…
