If you want to boost lower body strength and power, look no further than the squat. The classic exercise hits just about every muscle below your waist, which is why you’ll find it on just about every trainer’s hit list.…
Confession: I’ve eaten hummus with a spoon. And while I’m at it, I’ve also eaten black beans right out of the can. I’m admitting these things because this is a safe space, but mainly because we’ve got a delicious recipe…
Having the right attire is essential to a good Barre workout (or at least enjoying one as much as possible!). But since you’re a pro at Xtend Barre, you already knew that. Your workout buddy, however? In serious need of…
Here in Los Angeles, it feels like there’s a new poke spot popping up every week. But poke isn’t the only Hawaiian recipe that’s made it to the mainland. Spam musubi is starting to become a more popular menu item…
You know how important protein is for staying fit and muscular. But you might not know that much of its strength-building power comes from branched-chain amino acids (BCAAs). It’s one acronym you want to keep in mind when putting together…
When you hear the letters “GI,” you may think of gastroenterology. But GI has another meaning in the health and wellness world: glycemic index. So what is the glycemic index, and should you account for it when deciding what foods…
If you’re on a quest for more muscle mass, you’ve probably heard of bulking. As the name suggests, that’s when you force-feed extra calories, usually over a set period, in a concentrated effort to muscle up. There are two major…
Pre-workout supplements are designed to (you guessed it!) be taken before you exercise. They can help boost your energy and endurance so you can exercise harder and get the most out of every workout. But can you take pre-workout for weight loss?…
Beachbody Performance Energize is carefully formulated to provide an edge in the gym, during your home workouts, or wherever you choose to push yourself. But, if you’ve never taken a pre-workout supplement, you might have some questions — it’s reasonable…
Avocado lovers, meet your new favorite salad dressing: Avocado Dressing. Avocados are my guilty pleasure. I could eat them every single day. When I make a salad, I want there to be a little piece of avocado in every bite.…