Water: Essential to your body
Drinking water does more than just quench your thirst — it’s essential to keeping your body functioning properly and feeling healthy. Nearly all of your body’s major systems depend on water to function and survive. You’d be surprised […]
Read MoreShould You Warm Up Before Exercise?
Betsie Van Der Meer/Taxi/Getty Images When you’re pressed for time, or just eager to start your workout, it can be tempting to skip a warm-up. But warming up before you exercise, especially before engaging in strenuous activity, has very real physiological, […]
Read MoreHow to Choose Supplements Wisely
Third-party groups test them to ensure they contain what’s on the label and aren’t contaminated. If you’re shopping for supplements in a store, don’t expect much help from the pharmacist or other staffers. That’s the conclusion we drew after sending 10 secret […]
Read MoreHow Exercise May Help Us Flourish
Physical activity can promote a sense of purpose in life, creating a virtuous cycle that keeps you moving. Credit…Getty Images Published May 12, 2021Updated May 17, 2021 Our exercise habits may influence our sense of purpose in life and our sense of […]
Read MoreHigh-Protein, Low-Carb Breakfasts to Help You Lose Weight
We all know that starting your day off with a healthy breakfast is important for keeping energy levels stable, concentration sharp and hunger at bay. When following a special diet, like a low-carb diet for weight loss, it becomes even […]
Read MoreJerk Chicken Meal Prep Bowls
Jerk Chicken Meal Prep Bowls Jerk Chicken Meal Prep Bowls are super flavorful for lunch or dinner throughout the week. Filled with jerk spiced chicken, black beans, pineapple salsa and yellow rice. Prep Time20 mins Cook Time10 mins Total Time30 mins Course: Main Course […]
Read MoreOne Pot Zucchini Mushroom Pasta
ONE POT ZUCCHINI MUSHROOM PASTA yield: 6 SERVINGS prep time: 5 MINUTES cook time: 15 MINUTES total time: 20 MINUTES A creamy, hearty pasta dish that you can make in just 20 min. Even the pasta gets cooked in the pot! PRINT RECIPE INGREDIENTS: […]
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5 Side Effects of Pre-Workout Supplements
1. May make you feel jittery Caffeine is one of the primary ingredients in many pre-workout supplements. This stimulant has been shown to increase muscle strength and output during exercise while reducing fatigue (1Trusted Source, 2Trusted Source, 3Trusted Source). In theory, caffeine allows you […]
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The Key Step People Skip When Getting Fit, According to a Philly Personal Trainer
You’ll identify your starting point. You know where you want to end up and how you want to look and feel when you’ve accomplished your goal, but where are you starting from? Just saying “I’m out of shape” isn’t specific enough […]
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The benefits of combining cardio and strength training
Think of strength training and cardio as a classic duo like peanut butter and jelly. While they’re good individually, they’re even better together. Pros of Cardio Cardio exercise helps improve your body’s ability to deliver blood and oxygen to your […]
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