The Principle of Progression in Weight Training
The principle of progression in endurance training implies that there is an optimal level of overload that should be achieved, as well as an optimal time frame for this overload to occur.1 The Progression Principle instructs that the overload process should not […]
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Winter fitness: Safety tips for exercising outdoors
Dressing in layers, protecting your hands and feet, and paying attention to the forecast can help you stay safe and warm while exercising outdoors in cold weather. By Mayo Clinic Staff Frigid temperatures can discourage even the most motivated exercisers. […]
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No More Backaches: 15 Great Moves for a Stronger Back
If you’ve ever had a backache, you know just how miserable it can be. Every movement your body makes will engage your back in some way, so a hurt one means you’re down and out — which is no fun […]
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Six reasons why drinking water may help you lose weight
Researchers are still unsure why drinking more water helps a person to lose weight, but many studies show some positive correlation between increased water consumption and weight loss. Below are six reasons that water may help with losing weight. 1. […]
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24 Creative Ways to Increase Your Average Steps Per Day
1. Park further away. This one’s easy — just park your car at the far end of the lot and get some bonus steps on your way to and from your car. 2. Pace during your next phone call or TV […]
Read More6 Tips For a More Intense Cardio Workout
Cardio workouts are important for heart health and are also a must do if you’re trying to slim down. Whether you’re running, swimming, hopping on a bike, or taking a cardio class, incorporate these six tips to get more out […]
Read MoreHealth and Nutrition Tips That Are Actually Evidence-Based
1. Don’t drink sugar calories Sugary drinks are among the most fattening items you can put into your body. This is because your brain doesn’t measure calories from liquid sugar the same way it does for solid food (1Trusted Source). […]
Read MorePallof Press: 5 Ways to Do One of the Best Core Exercises
The Truth Behind Your Abs Here’s why I’m telling you to ditch your preconceived notions about your abs: when you really understand how they function, you’ll see why the conventional way of training them doesn’t work. For starters, many people […]
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What You Should Know About Low Back Pain
Lower back pain is a common cause for visits to the doctor. According to the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS), low back pain is the most common cause of job-related disability. At least 80 percent of Americans will […]
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13 Tips for Making Cardio Workouts More Effective (and Way Less Boring)
Treadmill 1. Always do intervals! “I never recommend anyone do steady-pace cardio all the time,” Chase says. “Try incline or speed intervals. Stay at your same pace, but up the incline every few minutes or try it the other way. […]
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