Knowledge is power. While the true origin of that famous quote is unknown (often attributed to Sir Francis Bacon) science has recently given some credence to it. A new study is suggesting that strengthening neural pathways through resistance training could make you stronger AND … [Read more...]
Water Workout – Burn It Up While Staying Cool
With the summer heat here the idea of crowding into a stuffy gym or going for a run in the park may not seem like a truly fun idea. When everyone else is playing in the pool, you could be getting in your workout. Ramp up your routine and use this water workout to add in a little diversity outside of … [Read more...]
Caffeine Declassifed – Healthy Weight Loss and Energy
America and probably most of the civilized world have a love affair with caffeine. Chances are you consume it daily and if you don’t you know ten people who do. In fact, caffeine is the world’s most consumed psychoactive drug. What do you know about this natural derivative and how can it work best … [Read more...]
How Charlie Hunnam Became King Arthur Fit
Strangely whether you are a badass biker or a amazing medieval swordsman, you need to be in top physical shape. One man who embodied both of those fierce physiques is British actor Charlie Hunnam. The 37 year old actor came to prominence on American TV screens as the star of the FX biker drama … [Read more...]
Low Carb Meals – Breakfast to Dinner
What is the ultimate goal of staying fit? Some might say eating the right foods. That answer is correct, kind of. The whole answer is eating the right foods that taste good. While clean eating may bring about ideas of bland, dry, and boring we are going to look at three low carb meals that transcend … [Read more...]
The Low Down On Lower Ab Exercises
The benchmark of a great physique is generally measured on a few aesthetic qualities, some being arms and probably the most prominent, the abs. Even people who don’t know a dumbbell from a doorbell have likely done sit ups or crunches to attempt to redefine their mid-section. Lower ab exercises do … [Read more...]
KETO VS. CARB: Is the Keto Diet the Answer to Fat Loss?
There is always a revolving trend of what diet is popular at any given time. This trend is usually influenced by celebrities who have initially used the diet or trend to get extra lean. Eventually the diet becomes somewhat mainstream. The problem with anything going mainstream is that it becomes … [Read more...]
The Norm Is Changing – Socially Accepted Body Weight
Obesity is a prevalent reality within the American culture. An L.A. Times article from 2016 provided stats that as many as 38% of adults and 17% of kids are considered obese. We all know obesity is a problem, but are we slowly forgetting that. THE NEW NORM? Whether it be positive to … [Read more...]
Egg Facts – Get Eggicated on Your Purchase
In the fitness world, there are several protein mainstays from chicken breast, to Greek yogurt, to whey, and the king of protein, the egg. Back in the day egg whites were sought after for a low-fat boost of pure protein. Now though we know the whole egg has a variety of health benefits. In reality … [Read more...]
How to Choose Your Supplements – The Buyers Manual
This is an accompaniment to my previous article about Supplementing your eating with vitamins. We have already concluded that for an array of good reasons it is important to take a multivitamin daily. Now we will go further and narrow down how to choose your supplements to optimize your … [Read more...]
Why Supplement Your Diet – Vitamins and Minerals Could Transform Your Life
There are several great debates within the fitness world. Lifting vs. cardio. Machines vs. free weights, and let’s not forget supplements vs. food. The big question being "Why supplement your diet?" For years fitness authorities and medical authorities have gone back and forth about the latter. … [Read more...]
Ways to Get Fit Without a Gym Membership – Gym Free Workouts
Usually, when people think fitness, the gym comes to mind. The gym supplies you with everything you think you need to get in shape and stay fit. However, the gym is not always a reality, there can be a variety of reasons you can’t get to the gym from time, to convenience, to cost. Here's a shocker, … [Read more...]
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