We’ve pretty much seen it all. Any scenario you can imagine related to diets and weight loss we have encountered. And one of the most frequent errors we see people make (and most common questions we get) is related to people eating back their exercise calories. Now this error is so common because of how […]
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Jan
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What is Lumen? It’s a device you breathe into that tells you whether your body is burning more carbohydrates or fats, and in theory tells you the exact percentage of carbohydrates or fat your body is burning. The concept behind this device is that if you measure what your body is burning you can optimize […]
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One of the commonly touted mantras in fitness is “you gotta get your protein in.” But how much is enough? How many meals? What should you eat? And how do you meal prep in a high-protein fashion? Wonder no more. We’ll be covering all that here. First off, let’s define what we mean when we […]
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Habits shape the way we live. From staying hydrated to practicing mindfulness or working out regularly, the little things we do daily can transform our lives. But how do you ensure these habits stick for the long haul? That’s where habit tracking comes in. We’ve put together a handy Habit Tracking Guide to help you […]
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One universal thing holds very true for dieting – there is no one right approach. Over time, there have been countless different diets proposed for health and weight loss benefits. Some of the practices touted today are surprisingly old. For example, the ketogenic diet originated in the 1920s, while intermittent fasting first began to be […]
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A new year often feels like a clean slate – a chance to transform your body and mind, embrace fresh goals, and seize new opportunities. But let’s be honest: it can also feel overwhelming. If 2025 is the year you’re taking charge of your fitness and nutrition journey, you might be feeling the weight of […]
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The holiday season often presents extra challenges when it comes to maintaining your health and fitness, with all the celebrations, treats, and relaxed routines. But with the New Year on the horizon, it’s the perfect time to refocus on your goals for 2025. Whether you’re aiming to shed a few holiday pounds or simply improve […]
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Dec
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If you’ve ever felt like your metabolism just gives up on you mid-diet, you’re not alone. The idea behind metabolic confusion is simple: shake things up to keep your metabolism guessing. By alternating your calorie intake – a technique known as calorie cycling – you could sidestep the dreaded plateau and make sticking to a […]
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If you’ve ever wondered what people mean when they talk about “counting macros” or if you’re curious about nutrition and want to make sense of how different foods fuel your body, you’re in the right place. This guide breaks down everything you need to know about macros and the macro diet – including what they […]
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Since weight loss is an ongoing pursuit for many, virtually every dietary approach conceivable has been tried at some point or another. Among these, the carnivore diet stands out by focusing entirely on meat. It is common for these diets to gravitate toward the absolutes, by excluding some sort of food group entirely. For example, […]