The "Mummy's Curse" is known as a powerful curse that took the lives of the men that pillaged the tombs of King Tut. For years, many believed in the "curse" of the tomb. People avoided entering for fear that they too would suffer death. Years later it's been reported that the curse was … [Read more...]
Archives for October 2015
5 of the Best Functional Training Exercises You Aren’t Doing
Sometimes the best exercise is the one you’re not doing. This could be because you have never seen it done before, you have never heard of it or it’s simply just too challenging or unorthodox that you tend to avoid performing it. With so many health clubs and fitness centers providing a variety of … [Read more...]
Holiday Workout – On the Go Cardio Core Routine – No Equipment Required
For most people the holiday season is a time that is spent with family and friends enjoying food, drinks and good company. It also is a disastrous recipe for many people's exercise and nutritional plans. Holidays often mean that many individuals are less likely to be physically active due to travel … [Read more...]
Technology as Fitness Fashion
Technology as Fitness Fashion The ubiquitous nature of portable technology like smart phones and iPods made the latest trend of wearable technology inevitable. Expensive workout clothing lines that offer yoga pants for as much as several hundred dollars are in the forefront of a growing trend. This … [Read more...]
Low Carb Recipe Monday – Paleo and Bulletproof Salisbury Steak
Easy, delicious, bulletproof, paleo, and gluten-free, this recipe is a winner. Use it to mix up your healthy meal options. The gravy adds the warmth of a comfort food without the heavy carbs, while the grass-fed beef gives it a rich flavor packed with all the benefits of CLA. Use this low carb … [Read more...]
Milk Does a Body Good? Low Fat and Non Fat Milk Could Be Bad For Your Health
Tastes change and dietary trends come and go. One super food is quickly replaced by another one so it’s often difficult to know where to get the best information. Milk has not been immune and has periodically been the target of critics. The USDA made a controversial move in 2005 when it … [Read more...]
4 Reasons to Stop Crossing Your Legs NOW
From the time we were young, women were taught to cross their legs. Men do it merely out of comfort, but they are just as likely to suffer the consequences of this social habit. I recently went from being a full-time trainer (standing and bending all day) to being a full-time web master … [Read more...]
Increase Your Running Speed – How to Train Faster for a New 5-K PR
Many runners adopt the “more is better” philosophy when it comes to their training. But if five miles is good it doesn’t necessarily follow that eight or ten miles is better. Volume is not always the most important aspect of training. Intensity can be an overlooked part of a successful plan to … [Read more...]
Paleo Avocado Egg Salad – Simple, Filling, and Delicious!
Egg salad is known for using loads of mayonaise. In this recipe for Paleo avocado egg salad, you can toss out the Best Foods and bring in the all natural fats! With 4 ingrediants and minimal time, you can have a double batch of this whipped up in no time. Use it on rice cakes, as a … [Read more...]
6 Fast Ab Exercises You Can Do in Under 10 Minutes
Everyone wants a more "toned" stomach, but it takes time and effort to get in shape, and your schedule might be limited. Even if you don’t have the time, there are plenty of short exercises that you can do to get a more toned stomach, and you’ll find that these fast workouts can be very effective … [Read more...]
Top 7 Kettlebell Mistakes to Avoid
Kettlebell workouts are a great exercise, and whether you are new to kettlebell training or experienced, you’ll need to be careful to avoid some of the common mistakes described in this article. Top 7 Kettlebell Mistakes Kettlebell Mistake # 1 – Not warming up Prior to starting your … [Read more...]
Proprioception for Better Fitness, Balance and Health
Proprioception is a concept we are intuitively aware of even if we can’t give a technical definition. We use it every day when we perform simple tasks and complex athletic movements. Proprioception is your body’s ability to sense the position of a body part relative to other body parts and to the … [Read more...]