Maybe you’ve heard about compound movements. Or perhaps you’re trying to level up your workout. Compound movements are where it’s at. So, let’s get to it!
Losing weight might seem the end-all, be-all to all your problems. And undeniably, it will vastly improve your health. Maintaining a healthy weight decreases your risk of various life-threatening diseases. It’s a good goal to have.
Estrogen dominance refers to a higher amount of estrogen in the body when compared to other hormones. And surprisingly, it can wreak havoc on your body and your life.
The benefits of meditation are everywhere. From celebrities to the average joe, everyone also seems to be doing it. Should you?
Have you signed up with a personal training? You’ve finally made the commitment. And you’re all in. But should you be doing anything outside of your scheduled personal training sessions?
A 6-pack is considered the epitome of strong abs. But here’s a twist: what if it isn’t?
You’ve been fighting off your cravings all day. But you can’t take it anymore. You need that bag of chips or that bar of chocolate. Why?
Have you ever done an exercise for so long, only to realize you’ve been doing it wrong this whole time? Or perhaps you’ve injured yourself by using an improper technique. You think you’re doing it right - then all of a sudden, you feel pain.
Stress management is an important part of life. You need to find activities that help you remove the stress from your day-to-day. In other words, you need to find ways to relax and reset.
The Merriam-Webster Dictionary defines stress as “a physical, chemical, or emotional factor that causes bodily or mental tension and may be a factor in disease causation.”
Protein is hailed as the “it” nutrient in the fitness community.
And it is important.
But you don’t necessarily need to start chugging back protein shakes quite yet.
Let’s take a closer look at this popular nutrient!
Women are five times more likely than men to experience thyroid problems. And hypothyroidism is one of the big ones.
The technology and information age has provided the average person with invaluable resources and knowledge. Need to find out a quick fact? Google it.
Massages are excellent for post-injury rehabilitation and recovery. Yet, if it’s not in your employee benefits, the affordability of seeing a massage therapist every week may go straight out the window. They don’t exactly come cheap.
Exercise isn’t just about physical improvements. It also improves your overall quality of life.
In other words, it’s not only helping you live a longer life, but also helping you live a more fulfilling and happier life. A variety of studies prove this.
You’ve probably heard the two acronyms before.
BMR and BMI are frequently thrown around in the fitness and nutrition industry. They are often used as ways to measure your fitness level or general health.
Do you feel out of control?
You may feel like your choices aren’t your own. Your life is being driven by another’s hand. It doesn’t feel good, especially because you’re unsure if you really want any or some of these choices or entities.
Life is stressful.
If you’ve managed to get through it thus far without stress, you’re a needle in a haystack! And lucky at that.
With the integration of the internet and social media into our daily lives, it’s difficult to know what to believe anymore. And the health and fitness industry is one of the biggest culprits when it comes to spreading lies or inaccurate facts.
Weight loss is tough. Many people find they often plateau at a certain point. It may pose a frustrating dilemma.
However, plateauing when losing weight may just mean you’ve started to gain muscle weight - which you want for a higher metabolism and future maintenance.