Whether you want to maintain your weight, lose a few pounds, increase your energy level or build muscle, you’ll want to make room on your plate for whole food sources of protein. But like most things, not all proteins are created equal.…
If we were like cars, the science of fueling would be easy. Have gas? Go! Don’t have gas? Stop! Fortunately, human metabolism is slightly more complex, featuring all kinds of fail-safes that allow us to keep going, even if we…
The curtsy lunge is inspired by the old-school curtsy’s behind-the-leg crossing motion, but the similarities end there. While the move requires a certain amount of coordination, it doesn’t have to be graceful to be effective. In fact, sweating and grunting…
The quadriceps are a group of four muscles found in the front of your thighs. They are all about extending, or straightening, the knee. When you get up from the couch, climb the stairs, or kick a ball, your knee extends.…
It’s not uncommon for a training plan to have a designated “arm day” or “leg day,” so why do we shortchange the back? A strong back is crucial to athletic performance and good posture, not to mention everyday activities — just…
It’s getting to be that cozy time of year; think cold nights, a crackling fire, oversized sweaters, fuzzy slippers … and Peppermint Mocha Shakeology. Our limited-edition seasonal flavor is back, and to celebrate its return, we’ve rounded up all the…
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Moment of truth: Right now, you’re probably hunched over a computer screen, phone, or tablet. It’s an inevitable outcome of the digital age we live in, and while the technology is great for communication and dispersing information, it can really…
With fashion magazines having long ago surrendered their status as the sole arbiters of style and trends to the more egalitarian Instagram, the culture at large has broadened its definitions of what’s beautiful and sexy. What’s more, the old way…
If you only perform weightlifting exercises that work both arms or legs at the same time (think: chest press, dip, squat) you’re shortchanging your results. That’s because everyone has a dominant side, and such “bilateral” moves can reinforce strength imbalances…