Right off the bat, it’s important to note that this doesn’t happen to everyone, so this isn’t a preemptive excuse not to exercise! However, if you do happen to gain weight when starting a new program, don’t worry — it’s…
Lupini beans are legumes that are popular throughout the Mediterranean, and are commonly eaten pickled or as a healthy snack. Also called lupins, they’re sometimes used as a meat substitute because of their abundant amino acid profile, which is comparable to…
You might think that in the battle of kettlebell vs dumbbell, the latter holds the edge. After all, you’ll see rows and rows of dumbbells in most commercial gyms, while a smaller selection of kettlebells is often tucked away in…
Life happens, and so do injuries, but that doesn’t mean you should have to sideline your workouts entirely. You’ve probably powered through workouts with the occasional headache or after a fitful night of sleep. After all, workouts like LIIFT4 or 30 Day Breakaway are more…
If you’re like most of us, cardio is your frenemy. Sure, cardio — running, swimming, cycling, rowing, or fast walking — can make you feel amazing. But we get it: Sometimes it can be a total drag. This is especially…
In this recipe for an egg white omelet with spinach and broccoli, breakfast gets a boost of greens with a full cup each of spinach and broccoli. This egg white omelet has only 204 calories and a whopping 32 grams…
Nothing says comfort food like a good ‘ol PB&J. But are peanut butter and jelly sandwiches healthy? You bet they are! That is… if you make them the right way. A well-made PB&J not only tastes good, but it also…
Need to kick your willpower into high gear? Improving your self-discipline is half the battle. Self-discipline is the ability to do what needs to be done to reach your goals — even when it’s hard or inconvenient or you’re just not feeling it. These self-discipline quotes…
When it comes to losing weight, low-carb, gluten-free, vegan, and Paleo diets seem to get most of the attention these days. But don’t discount a good ol’ vegetarian diet: An estimated 4.3 million adults in the U.S. consider themselves to be vegetarian,…
No matter how motivated you are when you kickstart a healthy eating plan, there’s always a learning curve involved. And while you know there are a million good reasons to stick to your healthy eating goals, you’ll definitely relate to…