It is easy to think that fitness gains only happen in the gym. But when you take a more holistic approach to fitness, you find out that there’s a lot more to it. Sometimes, what happens in between your workouts…
If you’ve ever spent any quality time with a horse, you know what unique creatures they are. Horses are so beloved that horseback riding was integrated into therapy because horses are believed to provide therapeutic benefits. For example, caring for…
The holiday season might have your time so scattered that getting the World Health Organization’s recommended 150 minutes of weekly exercise might be one of your last priorities. But, during the course of your day, you’re carrying heavy shopping bags…
One of the most effective ways to boost your overall health is by exercising. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, exercise can cut the risk of developing cancer, heart disease, and type 2 diabetes. It can also…
Ever since Arnold Schwarzenegger popularized the pump that comes from pushing your limits while weight lifting in the gym, bodybuilding has become a notable pursuit with household recognition. While lifting weights can be good for your health, you might wonder…
Trends are inherently an attention market, and for better or worse, they seem inescapable with the ubiquitous use of social media. Just log into any social media platform and you’ll have little doubt that fitness trends are all the rage. One…
Cardio. Whether you love it or hate it, you know it changes your body. It’s not only good for your waistline, but a good heart pump can boost your memory, lower cholesterol, and lift your libido (via Cleveland Clinic). Thanks…
After a good high-intensity interval (HIIT) workout, your fitness tracker might say you burned 250 calories in 30 minutes — but the more effort you put in, the higher the afterburn, according to Les Mills. That means you’ll continue to…
Reaching for lighter weights and higher reps is often touted as a means for toning, and heavy weights and low reps are typically prescribed for packing on muscle, or “bulking.” However, there’s a lot more to toning and bulking than…
You probably have heard people refer to engaging their core, but which muscles exactly do they mean? You might think your core just refers to your abdomen (the “six-pack” muscles in front). But your core is far more complex and plays…