Fitness

If you’re like many adults, you begin your diet with great enthusiasm. You drink protein smoothies and turn down desserts. However, as the weeks go by, you find yourself making more excuses and shedding fewer pounds.  Jumping from one popular diet plan to another is likely to yield the same results until you build sustainable…

Going to the gym isn’t for everyone. The cost of a membership can be one factor, but many of us just can’t fit trips to the gym into our schedules. Plus, with gyms closed during COVID-19 for the foreseeable future, it’s more important than ever to explore alternative options for staying fit. You just need…

Traditional strength training has been popular in the fitness world for many years and is arguably the most used way to get fit. Functional Fitness has become more popular over the last five years, and many people are beginning to use this as a way to get fit due the ease of being able to…

Many people talk about walking to help burn calories and fat, improve their heart health and overall physical health, but don’t forget it is amazing for your mental health as well. Here are some ways you can actually improve your mental health just by walking. It Helps to Release Endorphins  First of all, any form…

Standard cardio (e.g., running on the treadmill or using the elliptical) isn’t for everyone. While these machines have their advantages, the workouts they provide can get stale. Good news is, there are plenty of fun ways to “sneak in” cardio. Have you tried high-intensity interval training (HIIT)? These routines can get the heart racing while…

Who says you need a gym to get in great shape? The prevalence of gyms is a relatively recent phenomenon. There have always been people in great shape, with or without a gym membership. You can avoid the fees, travel time, and other inconveniences and get in shape without leaving your home or neighborhood.  You…