It's true: most of the nutrients your body needs to fuel your workouts, recover and repair - to really build your best physique - should come directly from your diet. In other words, from the delicious, nutrient-dense, whole foods that you eat every day. But even though this is true, times...
Wouldn't it be great if you could spring out of bed with a smile, straight into your workout gear (defying the laws of gravity somehow), gliding past three gulps of a cup of coffee and effortlessly out the door and into your workout? But if you're not a 'morning person'...
Want to get in some quick workouts? 15 minutes is all you need choose which workout you want to do and off you go, they can be done at home or outside after a run. Don’t forget to warm up before you start and cool down and stretch at the...
For many people fat loss can seem like this obscure and magical thing only dreamt about in fairytales, but the reality is that fat loss is simple when you know what to do. This doesn't mean that it's always easy. Luckily, knowledge is power (as long as you use it),...
Wanting to change body shape is a common desire for many people, body shapes are commonly described as follows: Pear – Narrow shoulders and wider hips Apple - This shape is rounder in the mid section with thinner legs Hourglass – Balanced upper and lower body with narrow waist Inverted triangle – Broad shoulders...
If you're struggling with your motivation, or you simply want to squeeze more out of every workout you do, then one of the smartest moves you can make is to get a workout buddy. In fact, having the right workout buddy can often be the difference between failure and success,...
When you think about Valentine's Day, you think about romance, love and... chocolates! In fact, we love chocolate so much that during Valentine's week, collectively we buy more than 58 million pounds of chocolate candy goodness! Talk about having a sweet tooth. Sparkling wines also pop this week, in...
There's no doubt about it, the gym can be a great place to meet new people, and from time to time, even those of the romantic variety. So if you're crushing on that hottie on the treadmill or in your Crossfit class, you're not alone - gym crushes abound in...
So you are sitting on your couch and considering how to get into shape. Maybe you have decided the best way would be to have a goal, and maybe you have decided you want to be able to run 5km. What a great place to start, 5km is a very achievable...
If you walk into any gym today you'll likely see someone (make that more than one) using kettlebells to work out. There's absolutely no denying: kettlebells are sizzling hot right now. Frankly, the first time I saw someone using kettlebells in the gym I thought that I'd entered into...
Everyone knows posture is important, I am sure many of you were told when you were younger to sit up straight or keep your shoulders back… Whether you are sitting, standing or working out you need to be aware of your posture, once you become aware you will be more...
In the hustle and bustle of life, amongst all the opportunity and adventure, one thing is for certain: stuff happens. At some point in your life there will be problems, challenges, bumps in the road. In fact, depending on what you do, these bumps in the road could be more...
Sitting is a sedentary activity, if you spend your working day sitting, hop in your car and drive home, collapse on the couch to relax for the rest of the evening it's not a very healthy lifestyle and can lead to various health risks including obesity, diabetes and heart disease....
You've heard it before: abs are made in the kitchen, not in the gym. Or you can't out exercise a bad diet. You get the picture - the proper nutrition is critical in having the body you've always wanted. In fact, fitness professionals often talk about how getting your dream...
We've all met our fair share of difficult people - it doesn't matter where you are, it's an absolute certainty that you will encounter them. In fact, as hard as it is to imagine, at times you may have even been the difficult person - from another person's perspective. But,...
When thinking of a dancer's body the majority of people think about them being long, lean and toned. Dancers are also flexible, strong and have good posture. You would think that to have a dancer’s body you would need to do some form of dance, this is not necessarily true,...
Imagine you could increase your intelligence, what could you achieve? Would it make little difference, or would the sky be the limit? When I think about getting smarter I have visions of transforming, magically into Bradley Cooper in Limitless. But that's not going to happen is it? (Especially the...
Getting stronger is not just for the boys! Girls should want to get stronger too! Being strong doesn't lead to huge muscles. How you work out with weights will depend on your results, if you want to be stronger you lift differently than if you want bigger muscles (hypertrophy). I don’t...
Cutting out, or cutting down on your refined sugar intake can be one of the best things you can do for your health, but it can be hard! It's not just because you lack the willpower (although some of us definitely need to strengthen our willpower muscles), but it's also...
These days we're busier than ever, so efficiency has become pretty important to us. In fact, it's safe to say that we've got a serious love affair going on. And if you're reading this then I know you're a busy person too. Let's face it; it's hard enough fitting everything...
We all know in order to lose 1 pound we need to burn off 3500 calories, so that means burning 500 calories per day. So what are the best ways to burn those 500 calories? Well it depends on how much time you have and how much effort you want...
“There is a time for many words, and there is also a time for sleep.” - Homer, The Odyssey Call me crazy, but there are few things as satisfying as a really good night's sleep. You wake up energized, revitalized, feeling great. You spring out of bed, ready to start a...
What do you buy a fitness fanatic? Getting a great gift for that fit guy or girl can be tricky. No doubt about it, but you can relax because we've searched high and low and corralled the best fitness gifts we could find into a handy inspiration list for you...
Incredible Butt & Legs WorkoutWhen it comes to workouts, working on the lower body, in particular the butt, is a firm favorite. It...
Full Body Fat Burner WorkoutSpring has sprung and summer is on it's way. This means it's a good time to start getting your body ...
Time to Jump Start Your Cardio WorkoutCardio, we all know we should be including this into our fitness program but not everyone enjoys it,...
Full Body Workouts with Just Dumbbells!Chances are you have a set of dumbbells laying around the house or collecting spider webs in the gar...
Arm Yourself for Spring: The Best Arm Workouts for Every Kind of ExerciserSpring has sprung. March 21st boasted the first day of spring and with that comes sunshine, barbeque...
Ladies: Lift for Your Body TypeI remember when I started going to a gym back in 1990 (yup, I´m THAT old) that I had no idea what I...
Women, Take Over the Weight Room: Strong is the Path to Sexy!By now, most women have heard that lifting weights is the key to kicking one’s metabolism into hig...
BMI: What It Is & Why You Should Not Use ItThe Body Mass Index is more commonly referred to as BMI and is used as a popular way to determine if...
The Guide To Treat Cellulite NaturallyCottage cheese skin, orange peel skin, whatever you want to call it. Cellulite. Such a cringe-worthy...
You've Reached Your Goal Weight, Now What?Congratulations, after months, maybe even years, of hard work, you have finally reached that goal we...
Counting Calories VS Counting MacrosThe go-to system for dieting has long been calorie counting. However, the practice of counting macro...
How To Use Skipping To Supercharge Fat LossThe first thing you need to know about weight loss is that your heart rate has a lot to do with it. ...
13 Retro Ways To Be ActiveThis is a fun article looking back at some of the fun ways youngsters, and possibly parents (if they...
5 Tips To Help Change Your LifeIf you are looking for ways to change your life you are not alone. The internet is full of people as...
Incredible Butt & Legs WorkoutWhen it comes to workouts, working on the lower body, in particular the butt, is a firm favorite. It...
11 Fun Ideas To Do Something DifferentIn this day and age we spend a lot of time inside or glued to some sort of electronic device. It's t...
Full Body Fat Burner WorkoutSpring has sprung and summer is on it's way. This means it's a good time to start getting your body ...
The Low Down on VitaminsThere was a time in my life when you could open up one of my kitchen cabinets and find all sorts of ...
There’s Always Time for Breakfast!We know eating breakfast is vital to starting the day off right and the key role it plays in weight ...
The Big Guide To Apple Cider VinegarApple cider vinegar is literally making headlines these days. Used as a home remedy for various ailm...
Dust Off Those Underloved Cardio Machines & Lose Fat Faster!The Stairmaster. The bike. The rower. They are the three dusty gym machines that lose out to the tre...
The Best Half Marathons Around the United StatesIt’s time to stray from the repetitive, and sometimes over-competitive, races. Whether you are sea...
7 Essential Stretches You Should Do Before You RunDo you stretch before you head out for a run? On an early morning you may forget to stretch your bod...
Are Your Fitness Goals Attainable?Time does go quickly these days, how much time has passed since you started those New Year's Resolut...
That Cupcake Looks SO Good (AKA Losing Motivation & What To Do About It!)It’s springtime. Almost summer. And you have been working so hard. You have been watching your die...
7 Ways to Stay Motivated to Work Out During WinterYour alarm goes off. It’s a cold winter morning with a fresh layer of snow on the ground. The warm...
Dieting: The Temporary FixDiets are temporary, a quick fix to weight loss, not a long term solution. The only way to lose weig...
5 Popular Diet Crazes ExplainedSince I can remember I have seen diet books on bookshelves everywhere. Recently, however, everyone s...
Raw Till 4 (RT4) Diet ReviewWhat is Raw Till 4? Are there any health benefits with this lifestyle? Is this food plan a good fit ...
Improve Your Relationships With FitnessSome people think and actually feel that working out is ONLY about getting a hot body and looking go...
15 Things Emotionally Strong People AvoidEmotionally strong people often have numerous healthy habits any other person would envy. They know ...
7 Principles of Peak PerformanceIt is uncanny how closely connected feelings are to performance. Look at 1968 three-time Olympic med...
5 Tips To Help Change Your LifeIf you are looking for ways to change your life you are not alone. The internet is full of people as...
11 Fun Ideas To Do Something DifferentIn this day and age we spend a lot of time inside or glued to some sort of electronic device. It's t...
18 Simple Ways To RelaxLife can whiz by at great speed and before you know it, the days, weeks or months have flown by and ...
Why You Should Get Sweaty on Valentine's DayWhen you think about Valentine's Day, you think about romance, love and... chocolates! In fact, we l...
What to Do About Your Gym CrushThere's no doubt about it, the gym can be a great place to meet new people, and from time to time, e...
How to Deal With Difficult PeopleWe've all met our fair share of difficult people - it doesn't matter where you are, it's an absolute...
7 Health Benefits of Hot YogaThere’s a “hot” new trend in the Yoga world: Hot Yoga. It includes various styles and types of...
Yoga Fix: Pain in the NeckWe have all been there before. Awake at 3am, suffering from a sudden onset of ‘stiff neck’ syndr...
Yoga for Happy HipsAccording to the pop singer Shakira - our hips don’t lie. Especially if they are in pain, or reall...
Wedding Series Part 5: Dress Hunting (Staying Motivated)Every little girl thinks about her wedding day at some point. Whether it's from playing with a brid...
Wedding Planning is Causing Me to GAIN Weight: HELP!Free glasses of champagne from the hostess. A complimentary dessert from a restaurant. Chocolate-cov...
Wedding Series Part 3: The Personal Trainer - To Invest or Not?Welcome back to part 3 of the Wedding Chronicles! Part 1 was about how to get organized and part 2 w...
