We all have that one friend. That person who seems to have fat simply fall off with little perceived effort, or that seems to be able to eat anything and everything without putting on weight. Or, maybe you are that person…not that I’m jealous or anything. These folks are commonly referred to as having a […]
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Sep
Sep
When it comes to foot-based approaches to exercise, running and incline walking are about as basic as it gets. Both are tried and true adjuvants to most weight loss approaches and generally require only basic levels of fitness to participate in. Each also needs little equipment, with both the treadmill and the outdoors working well. […]
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Aug
Aug
Bulking and cutting has been a staple of bodybuilding for the better part of a century. It is so ingrained into the sport and culture that it is hard to be a regular gymgoer or spend any time online in fitness circles without coming across the term. The practice traces back to the late 19th […]
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Jul
Jul
The glutes get plenty of attention in lower body training, and for good reason. Aesthetic motivation aside, strong glutes contribute to posture, balance, and back health, and they’re a primary driver in nearly every athletic movement. This article walks through five exercises that work well for targeting and growing the glutes, plus the framing you […]
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May
May
From calorie tracking to macro counting, tracking apps are changing the way people diet. There are many different approaches to dieting, one of the most popular methods is macro counting. This consists of setting a dietary “budget” for calories, carbohydrates, fats, and protein to remain within. On paper, that works great. However, there’s no denying […]
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May
May
So you’re dieting and losing weight. Eventually though, you run into the Goldilocks dilemma: Are you losing weight too fast? Too slow? Just right? In other words—how fast should you lose weight? Well, let’s dive into it. How Fast Should You Lose Weight? Measuring Weight Loss Before I talk about rates of weight loss, I […]
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Apr
Apr
Tracking macros from homemade meals is the part of macro tracking people most often give up on. Packaged food is easy (the label does the work) but homemade casseroles, stews, and one-pan dinners feel like they need a degree in math. The good news: once you understand the basic process, it’s the same handful of […]
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Mar
Mar
With the advent of the internet, there has been a large uptick in weight loss programs available. We now have access to meal plans, structured programs, and even food delivery. Convenience has never been higher. So, this begs the question: Which program is the best one? Well, as with anything else fitness related, there is […]
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Feb
Feb
Ah yes, eating out. Whether it’s grabbing a burger on the go, ordering some pizza for the family, or taking a date out to a nice restaurant, dining away from home is a significant part of most people’s lives. With all the different cultural dishes and varieties, restaurants provide experiences that we can’t get easily […]
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Feb
Feb
The internet has brought a host of different easily accessible services to us. Whether it’s entertainment, communication, shopping, or simple browsing, virtually everything is available to us at home. This became even more apparent during the 2020 COVID-19 pandemic. The realm of fitness and nutrition is no stranger to modernization either, with many services now […]