Who can remember dropping to the ground to do push-ups in high school gym class? Either you loved them or dreaded the drill. This old-school exercise is still considered a good method for assessing strength and optimal fitness.
Read MoreVery likely you are familiar with the ketogenic diet. There is bound to be someone you know (or perhaps yourself) who has jumped on this fad diet as a way to slim down while subsisting on butter and bacon.
Read MoreThere is no better way to start your day than knowing you have done something amazing for yourself. This is especially so if it involves throwing back the covers and jumping out of bed to exercise.
Read MoreThere’s no other way to state it except that everyone should be lifting weights. Do you want an edge over belly fat, stress, heart disease, and even better sleep? Then weight lifting is for you.
Read MoreIntense, high-impact movements may not be for you. And that’s okay. Not everyone can handle the force and strain running for miles places on their joints or have the strength and endurance for lifting heavy weights.
Read MoreThe abs are part of your core, the collection of muscles that act as your foundation. These core muscles lie deep within the abdominals and back, attaching to the spine or pelvis. Some of these muscles include the transversus abdominis, the muscles of the pelvic floor, and the oblique muscles.
Read MoreIf day in and day out you always do the same exact workout, you will be missing out on many important benefits of busting up a fitness routine. Never overlook surprising advantages of mixing up a workout routine.
Read MoreMoving actually helps reduce joint pain, increases strength and flexibility, and helps combat fatigue. However, the thought of going on a simple walk may seem overwhelming.
Read MoreYoga has a wealth of health advantages men have finally recognized and are taking advantage of – enhanced strength, injury prevention, better sexual performance, increased calm and focus and improved flexibility.
Read MoreBut, what if you really don’t want to exercise? What if you lack motivation or discipline to get up an extra 30 minutes early in the morning? Or to exercise even when you would rather lay on the couch watching TV?
Read MoreThink about it - where would we be without our feet? Not very far! From the moment we wake up and our feet hit the floor, they probably take some of the most daily abuse of any part of our body.
Read MoreHere’s how an exercise pause can cause a cascade of negative effects within the body both internally and externally:
Read MoreThere are ways to make winter walking work on most days of this season. All it takes is some strategic planning of what to wear and how to contend with downright chilly weather while keeping you warm and dry when it’s cold and wet outside.
Read MoreNo other exercise works your entire body like a squat. Whether you’re trying to gain muscle or slim down, squats should be an integral part of your training repertoire.
Read MoreA person is depressed. They go to their doctor to tell them how they are feeling and the first thing the doctor recommends is an antidepressant medication.
Read MoreMaking a few readjustments and lots of diligence will help you break through this temporary standstill and resume shedding those few extra pounds. Here’s how to do it:
Read MoreWhat is going on? How can it be that you’re gaining weight while working out?
Read MoreFitness apps can help you track your progress, try out new workouts, and share your success with others.
Read MoreEarly morning, middle of the afternoon or late evening, does it matter what time of day you exercise?
Read MoreThis is the twelfth year for this annual survey with more than 1,800 health and fitness professionals worldwide giving their opinion on visualizing what will be strong consumer interests in the exercise world.
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