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Exercise

Dumbbells vs. Kettlebells – Which Should You Use

January 6, 2021January 6, 2021 -

So what’s the better way to reach your goals: fun or fundamentals? To find out, we assessed both training tools in five key situations that are critical to building muscle and burning fat at home. POPEYE-SIZED FOREARMS don’t just make … Continue reading Dumbbells vs. Kettlebells – Which Should You Use

Exercise

A Physique Coach Gives His Treadmill Tips for Getting Shredded

December 24, 2020December 24, 2020 -

Physique coach Paul Revelia is a huge advocate of walking as a means of fat loss, and in his latest YouTube video, he goes into more detail on how and why he incorporates 20-minute walking windows into his clients’ routines. … Continue reading A Physique Coach Gives His Treadmill Tips for Getting Shredded

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Muscle Strains: Diagnosis and Treatment

December 20, 2020 -

For immediate self-care of a muscle strain, try the R.I.C.E. approach — rest, ice, compression, elevation: Rest. Avoid activities that cause pain, swelling or discomfort. But don’t avoid all physical activity. Ice. Even if you’re seeking medical help, ice the … Continue reading Muscle Strains: Diagnosis and Treatment

Exercise

Home Workout for Legs: Best Leg Exercises and Benefits

December 4, 2020December 4, 2020 -

With the stay-at-home program in place, it can be challenging to keep up a normal routine let alone a home workout for legs. According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, only 1 in 3 adults gets the … Continue reading Home Workout for Legs: Best Leg Exercises and Benefits

Exercise

3 Best Abs Exercises For a Quicker 6-Pack

November 14, 2020 -

Your choice of ab exercises can play an incredible role in your ab development on the long run. Just because some ab exercises are more effective than others. If you choose wisely, you can develop tighter abs few times quicker. … Continue reading 3 Best Abs Exercises For a Quicker 6-Pack

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Men Over 40 Can Use Dumbbell Rows to Build Bigger Back Muscles

November 14, 2020 -

Author, fitness model, and trainer Kirk Charles, NASM-CPT CES, knows that as you get older, life can get more complicated. But that shouldn’t prevent you from being on top of your game. He’ll help to answer the tough training questions … Continue reading Men Over 40 Can Use Dumbbell Rows to Build Bigger Back Muscles

Exercise

Do’s and Don’ts of Muscle Recovery

November 3, 2020November 3, 2020 -

Muscle Recovery Don’ts First, let’s start off with the don’ts. The No. 1 don’t in muscle recovery is don’t overtrain. Listen, your body needs rest to grow, but your muscles don’t grow when you’re exercising. They actually grow while you’re sleeping … Continue reading Do’s and Don’ts of Muscle Recovery

Health

8 Proven Ways to Increase Testosterone Levels Naturally

October 21, 2020 -

Testosterone is the main male sex hormone, but females also have small amounts of it. It is a steroid hormone, produced in men’s testicles and women’s ovaries (1Trusted Source). The adrenal glands also produce small amounts. During puberty in boys, … Continue reading 8 Proven Ways to Increase Testosterone Levels Naturally

Exercise

How Many Miles a Week Should I Run?

October 17, 2020 -

When providing running tips for beginners, one of the questions they’ll ask is how much to run. Truthfully, whether you’re a beginner or an experienced pro, all runners — or those thinking about taking up running — wonder, “How many … Continue reading How Many Miles a Week Should I Run?

Exercise

Psoas Muscle: Is a Weak Psoas the Cause of Your Back Pain?

October 15, 2020 -

All too often we find ourselves experiencing aches and pains in our bodies, especially in the low back. If you find yourself commonly searching for remedies for fast back pain relief, it may be time to investigate the psoas muscle. The … Continue reading Psoas Muscle: Is a Weak Psoas the Cause of Your Back Pain?

Lifestyle

How Men Can Gain Weight Fast – Power, Strength, Muscle Plan

September 25, 2020October 5, 2020 -

ENVY THEM you may, but there are plenty of men who find it difficult to gain weight. But just because they have an easy time staying lean doesn’t mean it’s any either for them to add muscle. Also known as … Continue reading How Men Can Gain Weight Fast – Power, Strength, Muscle Plan

Exercise

How Long Should You Rest Between Workouts?

September 25, 2020 -

Today, I want to talk about how long you should rest between workouts and how rest can actually improve your physical performance, as this is a common question I’ve gotten. I’ve worked with Olympic-level athletes and swimmers and triathletes over the … Continue reading How Long Should You Rest Between Workouts?

Exercise

Does Yoga Count as Exercise? Scientists Weigh In

September 8, 2020 -

If you caught wind of a recent study, you may be asking yourself, “Does yoga count as exercise?” If you’ve been unrolling your yoga mat each day as a way to meet your recommended 30 minutes of daily exercise, the answer … Continue reading Does Yoga Count as Exercise? Scientists Weigh In

Exercise

Athlean-X’s Nutrition and Workout Tips for Getting Shredded Abs

August 12, 2020August 12, 2020 -

Some mottos persist because they are undeniably true. “Hard work pays off” and “abs are made in the kitchen” are prime examples of this in the fitness world. In his latest video, Athlean-X founder Jeff Cavaliere, C.S.C.S. shows how these … Continue reading Athlean-X’s Nutrition and Workout Tips for Getting Shredded Abs

Lifestyle

What Is the Macro Diet – How to Count Macros for Weight Loss

August 12, 2020August 12, 2020 -

Let’s face it: Dieting is hard. But if you believe proponents of the If it Fits Your Macros (or IIFYM) Diet (also known as “flexible dieting“), you can eat anything you want and still lose weight — without counting calories. … Continue reading What Is the Macro Diet – How to Count Macros for Weight Loss

Exercise

Bodybuilders Share the Worst Mistakes They’ve Made in the Gym

August 4, 2020August 4, 2020 -

YouTube’s Buff Dudes, also known as brothers Brandon and Hudson White, have carved out an online niche as coaches and content creators on all things fitness and nutrition — but they didn’t always know what they were doing. In a … Continue reading Bodybuilders Share the Worst Mistakes They’ve Made in the Gym

Exercise

Is Less More When Exercising? 8 Risks of Overtraining

August 2, 2020August 2, 2020 -

While regular exercise has a ton of proven benefits — lowering stress levels, giving you more energy, better managing your weight and improving heart health — this doesn’t mean that overtraining can’t cause the opposite types of effects. Despite what … Continue reading Is Less More When Exercising? 8 Risks of Overtraining

Exercise

How and Why to Swim In Open Water

July 21, 2020July 21, 2020 -

Ryan Utsumi, 41, had been drenched in the turquoise blue and calm of southern California pools since he started swimming competitively at age five. “But in 2001, after 15 years of chlorine and coaches on the pool deck, I was … Continue reading How and Why to Swim In Open Water

Nutrition

Top 20 Magnesium-Rich Foods, Benefits, Supplements, Dosage

July 15, 2020July 15, 2020 -

Magnesium plays a central role in just about every bodily process, from the synthesis of DNA to the metabolism of insulin. Low levels of this crucial mineral have even been tied to an entire laundry list of chronic conditions — … Continue reading Top 20 Magnesium-Rich Foods, Benefits, Supplements, Dosage

Exercise

Here’s How Much Protein You Need for Weight Loss and Muscle Gain

July 12, 2020July 12, 2020 -

Despite what bright new food packaging might lead you to believe, humans have known about the power of protein since at least the early 19th century. That’s when a Swedish chemist named the molecules using a word from the Greek, … Continue reading Here’s How Much Protein You Need for Weight Loss and Muscle Gain

Exercise

10 Muscle-Building Fundamentals You Need to Learn

July 2, 2020 -

It’s not easy to build muscle. Every guy knows that. Yes, you go into the gym, and you lift weights, and you may seem some gains. … Continue reading 10 Muscle-Building Fundamentals You Need to Learn

Exercise

Hotel Room Workout: A Routine You’ve Been Waiting For

June 23, 2020June 23, 2020 -

I love to work out, but I’m not a gym guy. I’ve been known to travel with a 44-pound kettlebell, and I always try to take the stairs no matter how tall the building. And, as pretty much everyone knows … Continue reading Hotel Room Workout: A Routine You’ve Been Waiting For

Nutrition

8 High-Protein Vegetables to Add to Your Diet

June 23, 2020June 23, 2020 -

Surprise – there’s protein in vegetables! From peas to kale, broccoli to artichokes, and spinach to Brussels sprouts, all of these green veggies pack a decent amount of protein in them. Mix and match these veggies to your heart’s content … Continue reading 8 High-Protein Vegetables to Add to Your Diet

Nutrition

Plant-Based Supplements Versus Fish – Omega-3 Sources

June 20, 2020June 20, 2020 -

The term “plant based” is everywhere right now—and there’s no standard definition for what that phrase actually means. This confusion may contribute to something I’ve been hearing as a registered dietitian: that consuming plant-based omega-3 fatty acids is the same … Continue reading Plant-Based Supplements Versus Fish – Omega-3 Sources

Nutrition

Hemp Milk Nutrition, Benefits and How to Make (Recipe)

May 17, 2020May 17, 2020 -

More and more people are reaching for dairy-free milk options when browsing through the grocery store. Some of the best options, like almond milk and coconut milk, provide important nutrients — including essential fatty acids and calcium. Hemp milk is … Continue reading Hemp Milk Nutrition, Benefits and How to Make (Recipe)

Health

Pantry Foods That Are High In Protein and Flavor

April 29, 2020April 29, 2020 -

When you think about “pantry staples” you likely think about jarred sauce, boxes of pasta, and all those probably expired cans of fruits and vegetables gathering dust. And when you think about pantry staples that are high in protein, well, … Continue reading Pantry Foods That Are High In Protein and Flavor

Nutrition

Plant-Based vs Vegan Diet – What’s the Difference?

April 8, 2020April 8, 2020 -

You’ve likely seen the term “plant-based” popping up everywhere. In the marketing of Impossible Foods products. All over the snack world. In one-sided films posing as documentaries. But what, exactly, does “plant-based” mean? That’s unclear at this point, as there … Continue reading Plant-Based vs Vegan Diet – What’s the Difference?

Exercise

Mobility Flow Workout Routine to Help Men Stay Loose at Home

March 29, 2020March 29, 2020 -

While the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has halted the cadence of everyday life for just about everyone, the world is now beginning to adjust. We’re all handling the challenges of social distancing and self-isolation differently—but that doesn’t mean that we have … Continue reading Mobility Flow Workout Routine to Help Men Stay Loose at Home

Exercise

Best Back Workouts + Back Exercises for a Sculpted Back

February 17, 2020February 17, 2020 -

The muscles of the back are underrated when it comes to both function and appearance. The back muscles are equal or even greater in potential power output compared to the chest, yet many of us train the chest far more. Meanwhile, … Continue reading Best Back Workouts + Back Exercises for a Sculpted Back

Nutrition

10 Best Supplements for Men – Creatine, Whey Protein, More

December 1, 2019December 1, 2019 -

The greatest moment in the history of supplements came on September 1, 1998. That’s when a sportswriter challenged Sammy Sosa on how he could compete with the androstenedione-assisted Mark McGwire. In reply, Sosa uncorked a shocker: He owed it all—wink—to … Continue reading 10 Best Supplements for Men – Creatine, Whey Protein, More

Exercise

20 Butt Lifting Exercises – Best Butt Lifting Workout For Women

November 16, 2019November 16, 2019 -

Butt toning is my favorite subject, and as a certified trainer with 10+ years of experience teaching barre, I’m going to help you build your butt in the most effective and enjoyable way. Strong hamstrings are the secret sauce to … Continue reading 20 Butt Lifting Exercises – Best Butt Lifting Workout For Women

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How Carb Loading Can Help Men Prepare for Fitness Challenges

October 19, 2019October 19, 2019 -

This is Your Quick Training Tip, a chance to learn how to work smarter in just a few moments so you can get right to your workout. Perhaps the best part about preparing for an endurance event is carb-loading—the borderline … Continue reading How Carb Loading Can Help Men Prepare for Fitness Challenges

Nutrition

Agave Vs. Honey: Which Is Healthier, According To Nutritionists

October 6, 2019October 6, 2019 -

Tracking down a healthy way to sweeten up your coffee or baked goods can feel like mission impossible. You know that piling on tons of granulated sugar isn’t exactly an A+ idea for your health, but what about all those … Continue reading Agave Vs. Honey: Which Is Healthier, According To Nutritionists

Exercise

Don Saladino Demonstrates Deadbug Abs Exercise to Save Your Back

September 23, 2019September 23, 2019 -

Nothing hurts as good as a great ab workout, unless that workout is the wrongworkout and that burn you’re feeling isn’t just your core muscles building themselves back into a six-pack. You know the feeling—it’s in your back. You might … Continue reading Don Saladino Demonstrates Deadbug Abs Exercise to Save Your Back

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Arnold Schwarzenegger’s 6 Bodybuilding Rules to Build Muscle

September 11, 2019September 11, 2019 -

Arnold Schwarzenegger is an outspoken activist and brand founder and pitchman. Before that, he was the governor of California. Before that, he was one of the most iconic action stars in Hollywood. But the most successful, most remarkable version of … Continue reading Arnold Schwarzenegger’s 6 Bodybuilding Rules to Build Muscle

Nutrition

We Put the BSN Syntha-6 Pumpkin Pie Protein to a Taste Test

September 9, 2019September 9, 2019 -

Fall is the season for pumpkin spice, and not just in the various coffeeshops and restaurants that started trotting out their autumn flavors alarmingly early this year. You’ll find #PSL fever in the gym, too. I knew that fall had … Continue reading We Put the BSN Syntha-6 Pumpkin Pie Protein to a Taste Test

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Homemade Muscle Rub

September 5, 2019September 5, 2019 -

This homemade muscle rub really works! It penetrates deep into the muscles, bringing a soothing and relaxing sensation. Among the natural muscle relaxers I’ve used, this is one of my favorite remedies to use after I’ve done my BurstFIT workout. Homemade Muscle … Continue reading Homemade Muscle Rub

Nutrition

The World’s Best PB&J Sandwiches, According to Top Chefs

September 5, 2019September 5, 2019 -

Little kids love it. Pro athletes love it. What happens when you ask big-time chefs to upgrade the protein-packed, salty-sweet classic that is PB&J? Three different kinds of awesome, that’s what. Warning: The three peanut butter and jelly sandwiches to … Continue reading The World’s Best PB&J Sandwiches, According to Top Chefs

Nutrition

Intermittent Fasting: A Beginner’s Guide and Different Types

August 10, 2019August 10, 2019 -

It’s every dieter’s dream: imagine being able to eat whatever you want most days of the week, limiting your intake for one or two days at a time and still losing weight. Believe it or not, intermittent fasting benefits more … Continue reading Intermittent Fasting: A Beginner’s Guide and Different Types

Nutrition

High Protein Low Carb Foods To Eat For Weight Loss

July 20, 2019July 20, 2019 -

When you first embark on a low-carbohydrate diet, it feels like freaking EVERYTHING has carbs—leading to a lot of Regina George-level questions. (Don’t worry: Butter is not a carb.) Yes, it can be super confusing. But, in general, when building … Continue reading High Protein Low Carb Foods To Eat For Weight Loss

Nutrition

Top 20 Superfoods, Benefits and How to Get Into Your Diet

May 20, 2019May 20, 2019 -

You’ve likely heard the term “superfood” tossed around quite a bit and have probably heard about all of the benefits offered by these nutrient-rich dietary additions. But what are superfoods? Superfoods do more than just help you meet your vitamin … Continue reading Top 20 Superfoods, Benefits and How to Get Into Your Diet

Health

Considering CBD For Muscle Recovery? Here’s What You Need To Know.

March 16, 2019March 16, 2019 -

Cannabidiol is having a moment. Though you may not recognize its scientific moniker, you’ve probably seen it referred to by its buzzy nickname: CBD. CBD is everywhere these days, and in a variety of forms. You can find it in … Continue reading Considering CBD For Muscle Recovery? Here’s What You Need To Know.

Exercise

CrossFit Helped This Man Overcome His Asthma and Lose More Than 60 Pounds

March 14, 2019March 14, 2019 -

Nick Roubanis’ father died at the age of 74. The last 10 years of his father’s life, he explained, were “very hard on him health-wise.” His father’s own health is one of the many reasons Roubanis, a 5’8’’ guy from … Continue reading CrossFit Helped This Man Overcome His Asthma and Lose More Than 60 Pounds

Nutrition

Quevos Makes Protein-Packed, Low-Carb Egg White Chips

March 4, 2019March 4, 2019 -

Alright keto fans—I know you’re already up to your ears in cauliflower, coconut, and jerky products, but I’ve got another healthy snack to put on your radar. Quevos, a new brand started by two 20-year-old childhood friends, makes egg white … Continue reading Quevos Makes Protein-Packed, Low-Carb Egg White Chips

Nutrition

You’ve Been Storing Peanut Butter Wrong All Along

January 27, 2019January 27, 2019 -

Ever since I was physically able to, I have eaten peanut butter. I’ve eaten it on bread. I’ve eaten it in a creamy blend of fluff heaven. Hell, I’ve eaten it straight out of the jar with a spoon to … Continue reading You’ve Been Storing Peanut Butter Wrong All Along

Exercise

This Chest and Back Workout Gives You a Double Pump

December 24, 2018December 24, 2018 -

Not everyone has time to train one body part a day. And not everyone wants to do that. Sometimes, you just need to get all your upper-body training into one session. On days like that, the chest-and-back superset session is … Continue reading This Chest and Back Workout Gives You a Double Pump

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The Best Biceps Workouts for Men – Best Arm Exercises to Build Bigger Biceps

June 10, 2018June 10, 2018 -

Guys work for hours in the weight room to build healthier, fitter bodies, but let’s be real for a minute: One of the biggest reasons dudes hit the gym is to make themselves look good. If you’re just as focused … Continue reading The Best Biceps Workouts for Men – Best Arm Exercises to Build Bigger Biceps

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Find your Best Post-Workout Routine

November 10, 2017 -

What do you do after you exercise? If you ask 10 people, you’ll get 10 different answers. There’s a lot of misinformation when it comes to a routine after working out, and in fact, most people don’t have one. But … Continue reading Find your Best Post-Workout Routine

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