A strong core is essential for any kind of movement, so building it up with a variety of ab-focused exercises can target not just your six-pack, but all of the other core muscles as well. For a bodyweight move that fires up your core…
You never leave for your chilly morning run without your hat, gloves, and running sneakers. But have you ever considered adding a running vest to your workout wardrobe for added versatility? Whether you’re sporting a running vest to keep you warm,…
Near the top of the list of the most-loathed strength exercises has to be the pull-up. Maybe it’s the traumatic memories of gym-class fitness tests. Maybe it’s the sheer humiliation of hanging from a bar, pulling as hard as possible,…
As humans, we access three planes of movement: the sagittal plane (up and down, forward and backward), the frontal plane (side to side), and the transverse plane (rotation). However, most of us train primarily in the sagittal plane, favoring exercises…
When you decide to add strength training to your workout routine, beginner weight lifting tips are helpful. But once you get going, knowing how to progress can be tricky. After all, most weightlifting newbies are unsure of their strength and,…
We kicked off fall by taking a deep dive into fun facts about pumpkins, and now we’re digging right into turnip nutrition. Turnips are good for you, and they make a tasty substitute for potatoes. If you haven’t tried turnip fries…
Is bread dead? Gluten-free and low-carb diets are now mainstream, but now there’s another diet to add to the list: the no-wheat diet. Devotees of this diet cut out bread, crackers, and pasta to control their appetite, support gut health, and lose weight; some…
Most gym workouts suffer from the same problem: They occur in a single plane of motion. That’s because most well-known exercises (e.g., squat, deadlift, push-up, etc.) entail either a front-to-back or up-and-down movement, landing them squarely in the “sagittal plane.” If…
Tuesday night “you” set the alarm for an early morning gym session. But Wednesday morning “you” woke up and immediately hit the snooze button. We’ve all been there — sometimes you just need a little extra motivation to work out.…
After you’ve crushed your 21 Day Fix workout of the day and eaten the perfectly portioned lunch that you meal prepped, it’s time for a treat. But don’t ruin all that hard work by inhaling a tub of ice cream! Believe it or not, you…