Health and Fitness
The appearance of a larger belly in powerlifters, as opposed to a more muscular look, can be attributed to their high intake of carbohydrates and calories. This dietary strategy is essential for providing the energy required to lift exceptionally heavy weights throughout their training routines. It’s All About Calorie Consumption I guess it’s fairly obvious … Read more
Battle ropes, once confined to elite athlete training facilities, have become a staple in gyms worldwide and for good reason! These thick, heavy ropes can be intimidating at first, but with the right guidance, they’re an excellent tool for building strength, burning calories, and enhancing cardiovascular fitness. Let’s explore everything you need to know to … Read more
Periodization can optimize your strength training by varying intensity, rep ranges, and recovery for long-term gains without burnout. The post Train Smarter, Not Harder: The Power of Periodization Training appeared first on Anytime Fitness.
Yoga is all about balance—between body, mind, and breath. But finding the best way to achieve that balance? That’s where different styles of yoga come into play. Hot yoga is one example that’s gained recent attention, dialing up the intensity of your standard yoga session with a room heated to 90 degrees or higher. What … Read more
Sharing some ideas for Christmas brunch and dinner recipes. This year is flying back at warp speed, and I’m trying to do everything in my power to avoid the last-minute scramble. I started Christmas shopping early – I feel like it’s less of a hit on the budget when you space things out, too! – … Read more
If you’re in the mood for pumpkin cheesecake and you don’t feel like baking, try this pumpkin cheesecake cottage cheese whip. This simple recipe has two main ingredients: cottage cheese and pumpkin. We know and love the protein powerhouse that is cottage cheese.The canned pumpkin is high in vitamins, potassium, and fiber (1). So this … Read more
Our team is continuously impressed by our LSF community. All the women in this community worked their butts off and we’re so proud of each and every one of you! You all finished this 6 week challenge so strong and your transformations, inside and out, were INCREDIBLE! Thank you for pushing yourselves and our community … Read more
It’s been a while since I’ve felt this uncomfortable. I had an empty afternoon last week and saw Speak No Evil (trailer here), a horror/suspense film about a family who goes to visit another couple they met on vacation. And shockingly, things don’t go as expected. If you saw the “Dinner Party” episode of The … Read more
Picture a gymnast performing a floor routine. Their options for movement are almost infinite — they can run, flip, cartwheel, leap, or twist. Any move they make, however, can be broken down into three broad categories of movement, which anatomists describe using the three planes of motion: They might move forward or backward or shuffle … Read more
I decided my stamina had come back enough that I could try my Tuesday group ride. We did one of my favorite rides- “round the reservoirs” plus an out and back on Casa Loma Road. I rode my recumbent because it’s easier on my back and less likely to cause a flareup of my stenosis. … Read more