Plateaus are a fact of life when you resistance training. It’s not if you’ll reach a plateau but when. That’s when it’s time to take mix things up. One way to do that is by focusing on the mid-range training of the exercises you do where the tension on the muscle is highest. Find out more about mid-range training and how it can help you break through a plateau.
As the temperatures drop, it’s a perfect time to add a cup of soup to the menu. A cup of soup is a filling start to a meal and one that reduces the amount of food you consume later in the meal. Read on and discover five steps for preparing a healthy, and filling, cup of soup.
Many people struggle to lose weight, but sometimes they’re doing things wrong without even realizing it. A dietician who watches people struggle to lose weight reveals seven things people commonly do to sabotage their success losing weight. Find out what they are.
How much do you know about belly fat and how to tame it? Read on and discover 5 myths about belly fat that keep people from getting flatter abs and how to correct them – and lower your risk for health problems as well.
How calcium savvy are you? Chances are you know calcium or a calcium supplement is important for healthy bones, but a number of myths still exist about this mineral. Read on and discover what they are.
Tabata workouts are growing in popularity because they’re such a fast and efficient way to exercise. Still, the term “Tabata” is used rather loosely. In reality, many so-called Tabata workouts are Tabata-inspired but not true Tabatas. Find out why.
Who doesn’t want to maximize the results they get from resistance training? Unfortunately, time can get in the way. That’s one benefit to antagonist supersets – it’s a time-saving way to train. Plus, using this more advanced resistance training modality has other benefits as well. Find out what they are.
Take a look around you and you’ll see lots of people with rounded shoulders and poor posture. What causes this common problem? Most importantly, what can you do to correct shoulder rounding? Read on and discover the cause and potential solutions for rounded shoulders.
What’s your go-to after workout meal or snack? Hopefully, you DO eat after a workout. Read on and discover more about the role nutrition plays in muscle repair,workout recovery and growth and why you need both protein and carbohydrates for recovery.
Are you a reformed sugar lover? New research shows sugar tastes sweeter to some people, which partially explains why some individuals have a hard time kicking the sugar habit. The same goes for some healthy foods like vegetables. Find out more.
Who has time for colds? Unfortunately, cold season is drawing near. Read on and discover 5 ways to lower your risk for upper respiratory infections this winter.
It’s no secret that fast food isn’t good for you and you’ll enjoy better health if you eat mostly a whole food diet. Another surprising way fast food harms your health is by its effect on the gut bacteria that help keep your intestinal tract healthy. Find out more.
