More reps, less weight
You don’t have to lift very heavy weights to build muscle. In fact, performing more reps with less weight can be an effective strategy for a variety of fitness goals whether you are a beginner or have more experience with lifting. Try this approach a few times each week and you will soon notice a […]
More reps, less weight
You don’t have to lift very heavy weights to build muscle. In fact, performing more reps with less weight can be an effective strategy for a variety of fitness goals whether you are a beginner or have more experience with lifting. Try this approach a few times each week and you will soon notice a […]
How to up your endurance as an athlete: The art of learning to drink more water
Water is essential for every living thing, including people. Humans are comprised of mostly water. This critical fluid helps our bodies in many ways including transport of nutrients through and toxins from the body. Water is also needed for digestion. Inadequate water intake can lead to dehydration, which is fatal in extreme cases. For most […]
How to up your endurance as an athlete: The art of learning to drink more water
Water is essential for every living thing, including people. Humans are comprised of mostly water. This critical fluid helps our bodies in many ways including transport of nutrients through and toxins from the body. Water is also needed for digestion. Inadequate water intake can lead to dehydration, which is fatal in extreme cases. For most […]
How to Keep Exercising When Traveling with Kids
One of the best things about travel is the escape it offers from the everyday routine. You have the freedom to make your day any way you’d like. Still, there might be some things about your regular routine you’d like to hold onto. So how do you skip regular bath time and chores, but keep […]
Anatomy of the Perfect Wall Sit
Sure, a wall sit is a pretty straight forward exercise—stand against a wall, bend your legs, slide yourself down, hold and repeat—so why aren’t you reaping the results of this powerful exercise as you should? If you aren’t getting a stronger core, toned legs and some die-for glutes, your form may be off. Here’s how […]
Super Bowl Snacking Tips
For Super bowl Sunday, it’s the snacks that really count. Get your game plan ready in advance so you don’t weigh as much as a linebacker when the season is over. Here are some tips. Don’t skip meals You can’t really save calories by skipping meals. What ends up happening at your next meal is […]
New Year, New Workout: Fitness Trends for 2016
It’s January, which means you’ve made it—you’ve met challenge after challenge in 2015 personally, professionally and athletically. Whether you’ve gone on board the Zumba train, or become the world’s most devoted CrossFit fan, you’ve successfully committed to, and transformed your body. But with a new year, comes the opportunity for a whole new workout! Embrace […]
Interval Training: The how to and benefits of this growing trend
Interval training is an easy way for everyone from the novice to the advanced athlete to get more benefits from exercise. Just as the name implies you add intervals or periods of high intensity exertion to your regular workout. Here is what you need to know to start revving up your fitness plan today. How […]
To Drop the Fat, Drop the Fad
Why a Traditional Workout Regimen is Best For Your Long Term Health Over the years, there have been endless get-thin-quick workout plans and products (remember the shake weight or vibrating platforms)? But, when it comes down to it, no exercise plan is more effective than a traditional one. That’s because getting fit is about strengthening, […]