Introductory Workouts to Kickstart Your Fitness Journey
So you’ve decided to get fit. Whether that means losing 100 pounds (like these people did) or gaining more muscle strength and definition, it can be tough knowing where to…
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Pilates for Effective Weight Loss | BODi
When you’re looking to lose weight, a program like XB Pilates or Xtend Barre may not be the first to leap to mind — but maybe they should. “With consistent use of…
Understanding Carbs: How Much Do You Need?
What Are Carbs? What are carbs? Along with fat and protein, carbohydrates are one of the three macronutrients found in the foods we eat. Carbs are molecules made up of carbon,…
16 Alternatives to Crackers and Chips
Graham crackers. Animal crackers. Cheese and crackers. Crackers in soup. Crackers and hummus. Chips and dip. Chips and salsa….. Crackers and chips are two of the snack staples that often…
How to Master Walking Lunges: Instructions, Tips, and Benefits
Walking lunges inspire dread among gym goers for one simple reason: They’re hard. But fitness pros love them because they get results. “I always enjoy the groans from clients when…
18 Superfoods to Include in Your Shopping List
It’s a bird! It’s a plane! It’s… superfoods? Forget the guy in the blue and red outfit (sorry, Superman), it’s superfoods to the rescue. Packed with vitamins, minerals, healthy fats,…
Incline Push-Up Tutorial (Video)
If you have trouble performing at least 10 consecutive repetitions of the classic push-up with proper form — hands in line with your shoulders, body straight, elbows tucked at your…
EAAs vs BCAAs: Understanding the Differences
For years, athletes have supplemented their diets with branched-chain amino acids (BCAAs) because they believed BCAAs gave them a leg up on muscle recovery and muscle growth. But recent findings have…
Cat-Cow Pose in Yoga: Guide, Advice, and Advantages
Cat-cow pose is a great warm-up or cool-down posture. It feels wonderful first thing in the morning, or after a long day spent sitting, or as active recovery from a tough workout.…
Understanding EPOC: Can It Aid in Fat Loss?
When you’re in the middle of a workout, you can feel your body working hard: you sweat, you shake, you breathe heavier. If someone asks whether you’re burning calories in…