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Steve Levert
May 03, 2019

12 Free Ways to Improve Your Mental Well-Being

Happiness shouldn’t have to come at a price — at least, not always. Therapy, medications and gym memberships are powerful coping tools, but fortunately there are a number of free mental well-being tactics out there that also do the trick when you’re struggling. There’s nothing wrong with asking for help or turning to outside resources for support. That’s

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Bill Brown
May 02, 2019

The Beginner’s Guide to Weight Training

You’ve decided that it’s time to put on some muscle and chase that superhero body you’ve always wanted. And that’s led you down a very specific path in the gym: You’re now about to start lifting weights. Welcome to the world of weight training. There are several ways to add the muscle, size, and strength

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Bill Brown
May 01, 2019

8 Benefits Of Barre Class That Will Make You Want To Add Some Pliés To Your Workout

While the ballet-inspired fitness trend has quickly taken over, it isn’t without reason that many people are heading to the barre for their workout. With small, isometric movements and a focus on the core, the many barre class benefits go to show that this popular fitness option isn’t just a meaningless fad. And with so many fitness boutiques

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Bill Brown
Apr 30, 2019

6 Reasons Why You Should Add Deadlifts to Your Workout

We don’t know a more epic way to show off your strength than picking up a stacked barbell from the weight-room floor. The classic strength exercise engages one of the most innate human movement patterns (hinging forward at the hips) and works everything from your glutes and hamstrings to your core, lats, and shoulders. It also lets you move more pounds than

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Bill Brown
Apr 25, 2019

10 Science-Backed Strategies to Lose Fat and Keep It Off

At its core, it’s about math. Calories in, calories out, right? Not so fast. About 50 percent of women say that within six months they gain back any weight they’ve managed to ditch. And more than a quarter have dieted so many times they’ve lost track of the number. So what’s up with the yo-yoing?

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Bill Brown
Apr 24, 2019

Not All Body Fat Is Bad: Here’s What You Need to Know

Over the years, body fat has become demonized. So much so, that it seems to only be associated with negative emotions and thoughts. But what you might not know is that some types of body fat, in healthy amounts, are actually good for you! Here’s what you need to know about body fat — the good, the

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Bill Brown
Apr 17, 2019

Counteract Too Much Sitting With This 5-Minute Trick

A sedentary lifestyle, which often means sitting for long periods of time, isn’t good for your overall health and may increase your risk of heart disease or diabetes. This isn’t particularly welcome news if you have a desk job where you typically spend 8 hours a day sitting at a desk in front of a screen. Fortunately,

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Bill Brown
Apr 16, 2019

6 Ways Boot Camp Classes Will Change Your Life

Not to get too hyperbolic, but starting an exercise program can be life-changing. If you’re already on that path, but you haven’t found an activity you love or you’re not seeing results, joining a boot camp might be just what you need. Before images of drill sergeants pop into your head, know that most boot camps have

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Bill Brown
Apr 15, 2019

Yoga For Runners: Why You Should Get Your Om On

The scene: Sunday brunch. You just finished your long run, and your BFF comes to meet you straight from her favorite yoga class. You’re exhausted and ready for a nap, while she looks fresh and is practically glowing. “You should really come to yoga with me sometime,” she says. Your response? “No. I can’t do yoga.

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Steve Levert
Apr 12, 2019

4 Simple Ways to Motivate Yourself to Workout

Some days, we need a little extra motivation. We all have days when we’d rather just skip our workout and kick back on the couch. Missing one sweat session might not be a big deal, but calling it quits one day for no good reason can make it even easier to skip the next workout,

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