A few weeks ago I ran into a friend on a nearby trail and as we talked he took a long swig of greenish juice from his water bottle. Soon after, the unmistakable scent of dill hit my nose. “It’s…
There are a few theories on how the good morning exercise got its name. Some say it’s from the movement you make when you rise out of bed in the morning. Others claim it’s because it resembles how you might…
Some fitness trends burn hot for a while and then go cold, which is why it’s helpful to focus on foundational, tried-and-true exercises that give you reliable fitness results. The forearm plank is one that will always have a place…
You might not know chicory root, but chances are you would recognize its periwinkle blue flowers. Let’s take a look at the benefits of chicory root fiber, the side effects of chicory root extract, and why some people use it as…
You may think you know what BODi/Beachbody is all about — “It’s that company that sells exercise programs and supplements, like P90X and 21 Day Fix, and Shakeology, right?” Technically, yes — but there’s so much more to it. BODi is home to exercise plans and supplements,…
Daily mantras – you might have heard of them, you might even use them, but do you really know what they mean or why to use them? “A mantra is a phrase or statement that is repeated consistently, often with…
Jump to mileages for 5K | 10K | 15K | Half Marathon | Marathon | Ultramarathon | What Is a Good Pace? If you’re new to running, or you’ve never run a race before, a 5K is a great place…
Yoga is all the rage for people of any age, but the younger yogis seem to be intimidating everyone with their need to show off how flexible they are. This ancient activity is meant for all shapes, sizes, ages, and…
Even if you’re a total beginner in the kitchen, you can master how to bake chicken breasts. And after you do, you’ll be able to master hundreds of healthy recipes, from salads to soups to sandwiches to dinner any night…
We get it: Some days you’re just not in the mood to hit a certain number of reps or burpees. So, why not turn up the music and just dance? But is dancing cardio? In a word: yes! Dance workouts are…