Health and Fitness
We have two choices for how we spend the rest of 2024: Path A: Coast and say “I’ll start back up in January.” Path B: Treat it like a Beta Test for 2025. Our brains are going to try and convince us to pick Path A. I want you to pick Path B. Here’s how … Read more
¿Cuál quieren primero, la buena o la mala noticia? ¿La mala? Muy bien, así que presten atención los pesimistas del ejercicio. Aquí va: no hay un remedio mágico para estimular el metabolismo. Así que, todas las pastillas y remedios místicos que prometen estimular el metabolismo a largo plazo no valdrán su inversión. Algunas personas dicen … Read more
After my recent flareup of sciatica, I took a week off from riding or other exercise. It was painful to walk for a few days, then I tried using a walker that I had laying around from a previous injury and that helps a lot. Conventional walkers don’t work as well outside, even though I … Read more
You shouldn’t have to buy new clothes specifically for bulking. Realistically, lean bulking takes a lot of time, and when done correctly you’re unlikely to add more than 2-3lbs of muscle mass per month. Most people should be able to fit comfortably into the same clothes with a 10lb muscle gain. However, if you are … Read more
For anyone dedicated to fitness, it’s easy to get swept up in the excitement of pushing yourself to new limits. However, it’s essential to recognize when your body is signaling for a break. Overtraining is more than just a buzzword; it’s a serious condition that can hinder your performance, compromise your health, and even lead … Read more
Even though your body only requires small amounts each day, these mighty micronutrients play a role in just about every important thing your body does. Read on to learn what micronutrients are, how they work, and what benefits they bring. The post What Are Micronutrients? The Hidden Keys to Strength and Performance appeared first on … Read more
How to Use Resistance Bands One of the most inconspicuous workout supports you’ll find among fitness devotees, resistance bands pack a surprising punch. As highly portable space-savers, resistance bands can be a breeze to store in your gym bag—and a beast to use while you train. Whether you want to increase total-body strength or take … Read more
When you need a quick dinner, you want high protein pasta recipes at your fingertips. Not only is pasta super easy to make, but it’s also a perfect vehicle for adding veggies and tasty herbs to your diet. Not all pasta recipes are high in protein, though. Some popular pasta dishes are pretty low in protein. … Read more
If you’ve scrolled Instagram, YouTube or Tik Tok, you’ve probably seen tons of different fitness coaches and trainers, but how do you know if a trainer is legit? Over the years I’ve watched hundreds of people start to sell training and nutrition programs online with ZERO certifications, zero experience training actual clients and no oversight. … Read more
I know you’re overcomplicating things, because everybody does. Including me, the nerd who studies this stuff for a living. I shared a quick story the other day on Threads (and Instagram): A few thousand people resonated, and I couldn’t help but chuckle at the replies. Magdalena jokingly said it best: When life asks me to … Read more