Healthy Living
The Best Summer Fitness Blog Posts
Ahh, summer is finally here! When the heat rises, you might feel tempted to sit in front of your air conditioner instead of making your way to the gym. To help motivate and inspire you to keep working hard this summer, we’ve compiled a list of our best summer blog posts.
Read MoreFour Triceps Exercises for Arms You’d Be Proud to Wave Around
The official start of tank top and racerback season has commenced! Sporting defined, strong triceps not only looks good, but they also improve your overall performance in other upper-body exercises, such as the bench press and pull-ups. Looking to improve your strength and get defined triceps? You’ve come to the right place!
Read More5 Recipes to Eat More Vegetables for Adults That Hate Vegetables
We all remember being a little kid who scrunched up our nose whenever our parents presented a plate loaded with peas, broccoli, or worse, asparagus. (What even is asparagus, anyway?)
Read MoreSix Yoga Moves to Help You Wake Up and Seize the Day
Not a morning person? Trust us, you are not alone! But when it comes to starting your day off right, nothing gets the mind and body limber and ready faster than yoga. Here are some yoga poses that can kickstart your morning, but can also serve as a midday pick-me-up. Get ready to seize the…
Read More6 Exercises You Can Do With Your Dog That Aren’t Running
You love your dog like family. And if fitness is on your agenda this year, you can get your dog involved in the action with a little patience, training, and commitment. Sure, you could leash up your dog and go for a jog, but the best dog exercise is also an opportunity to reinforce your…
Read MoreTips for Preparing for Your First 5k
If you’ve made the decision to run your first 5k this year, then congratulations! Whether you’re running for a charity you admire, for an event you feel passionate about, to meet a New Year’s resolution goal, or just for fun, you’re only 3.1 miles away from a brand new you. And from joining an elite…
Read MoreThe Best Post-Workout Protein Bar – Product Comparison
There is no question that giving your body the right fuel can power your workout and give you the nutrition and protein you need to build lean, healthy muscle mass. But all too often consumers fall into a protein-bar marketing sugar-trap.
Read MoreH2-GO! Why Water Is a Must
Drink more water, drink more water, drink more water! Everyone from the doctor, to health experts, to the cashier at the grocery store (who just so happened to guilt me into getting a case of water) constantly tells us to increase our water intake. So, why is getting the standard 8-10 glasses of nature’s nectar…
Read MoreHow to Get Stronger Calves Without Doing Calf Raises
Working the calf muscles is typically considered part of a complete lower-body workout. Ignoring such a large and important muscle group would be detrimental to your overall health and fitness goals. But what is the best way to train your calves? The answer may surprise you.
Read MorePilates for Weight Loss: What to Know
Want to lose weight with Pilates? It just so turns out, that this popular workout is one of the best to commit to when setting goals for yourself. No matter if you’re looking to slim down, build up, or just get fit, Pilates will not only help you get there, but it will allow you…
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