Beyond tallying up minutes, how can you make cardio count? The American College of Sports Medicine recommends getting 150 minutes of exercise of moderate intensity per week. That’s doable, you think. Is just hitting that number enough to keep you motivated when you’re strolling up to the treadmill for the…
Have you ever scrolled your social media accounts, hit a stream of perfect meals and workout selfies, and felt like crap about your own efforts? It seems like there’s always some account out there that is getting in more beautiful, well-balanced meals, doing longer runs, or showing off harder workouts….
If you haven’t swung a kettlebell before, now’s the time! The funky looking fitness toy has been around for centuries for a reason. The concept of a kettlebell is simple. It is a heavy iron ball with a fixed handle on top. What really makes them special, though, is that…
Ever heard of the so-called Blue Zones? These are designated places in the world where people just seem to live longer – often well into their 90s and 100s (average life expectancy is currently 79). But where are they? Who are they? And what are they doing to maintain their…
Create your own circuit workout. It’s easy! An effective circuit workout challenges all major muscle groups, including your heart. You can develop endurance and strength by minimizing rest periods between stops. Circuits don’t have to involve a ton of equipment, time or space. Instead of moving to stations, you can…
In this age of standing desks it’s time to face-up to a truth. Chairs are not the enemy. It’s OK to sit down! Chairs have been a part of human civilization for at least 5,000 years and humans continue to survive. Sitting isn’t necessarily evil, and the dude waving to…
In some circles, a great debate is brewing. Which is best in the morning; coffee, matcha or yerba mate? Studies suggest there might not be much of an argument here, since these three drinks have similar benefits.
When it comes to heart health and a long happy life, nutrition is only one component of many – but it’s an important one. The Mediterranean diet has long been held in the highest esteem as a pinnacle of healthy eating habits. And for once, there is a large amount…
Building mental toughness is an endeavor well worth your time: people who have “grit” are generally more capable of overcoming adversity, sticking with a tough problem until they find a solution to it, being courageous, and coping with and moving beyond failure in order to achieve their true goals.
If you want to feel strong and centered, try a Pilates and yoga-inspired flow to kick-off your day. Combining full-body Pilates and yoga movements into flowing sequences can provide you with a thorough cardio, strength and flexibility workout that is so efficient you might not realize how tough it is…
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