Fitness

How to Find the Best Workout Shoe for You

Finding the best workout shoe for you could help you lift more and lower your injury risk. Here's how (we cover weightlifting + running shoes).

Diet

How to Create and Stick to a Calorie Deficit (Sane Version)

Out goes your a.m. focaccia bread. Bye-bye afternoon cookies. So long, onion rings. Must a calorie deficit feel like pure misery? Absolutely not.

Gym

Deadlift vs Romanian Deadlift: Which Is Better for You?

At first glance, the whole "deadlift vs Romanian deadlift" debate seems pointless — like comparing apples and oranges. But is it really? (No.)

Lean Mass

Can Older Adults Build Muscle? (Is “Old Muscle” Inferior?)

Can older adults build muscle? And is "older muscle" inferior to "younger muscle" (whatever that means)? Find answers in this article.

Protein

How Much Protein Should You Eat to Lose Weight?

FYI ... "as much as possible" isn't the right answer. If that surprises you, here's your chance to learn how much protein to eat to lose weight.

Bulking

How Many Calories Should You Be Eating When Bulking?

You're bulking. Does that mean you're free to eat however many calories your heart desires and/or you can stomach? It depends. Learn more here.

Weight Loss

Does Doing Cardio for Weight Loss Work? (It’s Complicated)

Doing cardio for weight loss doesn't always work out. Turns out, you may even gain weight! Find out why and what you could do about it here.

Getting Started

Gym for Beginners: The Ultimate Guide for What Truly Matters

Training. Nutrition. There are so many things you should optimize when you're a beginner at the gym. Good news: not all matter for progress.

Diet

Should You Go On A Diet Break?

Cheat on your diet every so often, yet still achieve your weight loss goal? That's the promise of a diet break, but it doesn't deliver ... right?

Fitness

Can Fasted Cardio Give You Better Fat Loss Results?

Fasted cardio forces your body to tap into your fat reserves for energy — which means it'll help you lose fat faster, right? Hmm. Answers here.

guest

Embracing Your Nature: A Revolutionary Approach to Fitness in the New Year

Discover a unique approach to New Year's fitness by aligning exercise and nutrition with your personal lifestyle and preferences.

Diet

4 Health Benefits of Almonds You’ll Go Nuts Over

What's your favorite nut? Never mind, it doesn't matter, because after learning of almond's benefits here, your answer will always be, "almonds".

Fitness

5 Little-Known, Non-Boring Exercise Benefits You Need to Know

Exercise benefits: better physical and emotional health. But you already know that — so let's un-borify things with 5 little-mentioned benefits.

Fitness

Benefits Of Rucking — And How To Get Started

Have you heard of rucking? Don't worry if you haven't. Here's everything to know about it, from what it is to its benefits to how to get started.

guest

Leave Motivation, Embrace Consistency and Discipline

Ok, this one is going to sound a bit counterintuitive but stick with us, ok? We all know motivation is what gets us off the couch and down to the gym. But what keeps us there is consistency and discipline. Your browser does not support the video tag. See, motivation

Lifestyle

3 Smart Tech Fitness Gift Ideas

Haven't thought of Christmas gifts for everyone in your circle yet? Here are 3 ideas that'll satisfy even the pickiest people on the gift list.

Lifestyle

How to Avoid Weight Gain over the Holidays

Weight gain over the holidays: expected and normal? Yes. But it isn't unavoidable. Here are 3 tips that'll help keep those numbers under control.

Diet

Intermittent Fasting: Does It Truly Live Up to Its Hype?

Intermittent fasting. Can it help you lose more weight without counting calories? Improve blood glucose levels? Or live longer? Get answers here.

Fitness

Trying to Get Fit? Here Are 3 Reasons You Should Start Small

Trying to get fit? Don't immediately turn to extreme measures, like a sub-1000 calorie meal plan or exercising 7x weekly. Think small instead.

5 Best Resistance Band Exercises And Warm Ups: Maximizing Your Workout

It’s time to talk Resistance Bands – those stretchy allies in our quest for a fitter, stronger body. Whether you're a seasoned gym-goer or a home workout warrior, resistance bands are a game-changer. But maybe you don’t know how to use them properly? Or maybe you’re

Lifestyle

How to Preserve or Improve Brain Health Even as You Age

Your brain health doesn't have to deteriorate with age. Learn how to stay mentally sharp and focused through your golden years in this article.

Ladies

Period Cravings: Are They Really a Thing? (And How to Deal)

Can you blame midnight runs to the pizza joint on period cravings? Or are you just greedy? Here's the answer — plus what you can do about it.

Fitness

Does Stretching Help Muscle Growth? (Yes, but Should You?)

Does stretching help muscle growth? Answer: yes — although, with a few caveats you should know before committing to an intense stretch routine.

Lifestyle

How Many Steps Each Day Should You Be Walking? (Fewer than You Think)

How many steps each day should you be walking? 10,000? Well, how about way (like, way) lower? Find out why in this article.

Getting Started

The Importance of Proper Hydration in Your Fitness Routine

💧 Water. It’s boring, right? And yet it’s absolutely vital to our health and wellbeing. So it’s no wonder why, while we focus on training intensity, set variation, and improved nutrition, we often relegate hydration to the back of our mind. But if we want to unlock the