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Strength Training for Runners
Runners often think that to run faster, you need to run more. However, strength training can help you run faster, longer, and prevent injuries. A primary concern of strength training for runners is assuming muscles can add heavy mass which slows down their runs. This...
How-To Fit Exercise Into a Busy Schedule
Life keeps us busy! With work and family, exercise can be overlooked. Thankfully, there are ways to fit working out into your daily routine. Try these tips to keep exercise part of your life: Turn Your Commute into Exercise Most of us commute to work. Try biking,...
7 Yoga Poses for Weight Loss
If you think yoga is only good for calming your mind, think again! Yoga can also help you lose weight. For those of you who are trying to burn fat and tone without using weights, yoga could be a great choice for you. Incorporate the following yoga poses into your...
Exercising When You Are Sick
Many of you that work out every day will want to continue exercising when you are sick. However, when you are not feeling your best, you often have to take a break from your workouts. If you continue working out, you can get sicker. Learn the general guidelines to...
How Stress Can Cause Weight Gain
Are you constantly stressed about work, family issues, or finances? If so, you could suffer from chronic stress. The effects of stress are more than moodiness, and fatigue. Stress can expand your belt line. When you are stressed, diet and exercise is probably not...
Cardio and Strength Building Exercises for Knee Pain
Just because you have knee pain does not mean that you cannot workout. Our bodies need exercise to be healthy and happy. One third of Americans report suffering for knee pain at some point. While the thought of exercise can seem overwhelming when you are in pain,...
Six Benefits of Exercise for Your Mental Health
Many people work up a sweat to build muscle, improve cardiovascular health, and of course get bathing suit ready! The mental benefits are often overlooked. Regular exercise can make you happier, healthier, and ready to face stressful situations. Feel inspired to...
10 Foods to Boost Your Metabolism
Are you working out daily, eating right, and still struggling with weight loss? You could have a slow metabolism. Before we go any further, let’s define metabolism: “Metabolism is the process by which your body converts what you eat and drink into energy.” -MayoClinic...
8 Arm Exercises to Build Muscle
Do you feel like your arms are not gaining more muscle? It might be time to modify your arm workout. Try some of these challenging arm exercises to improve your results. 1. Chin-Ups Chin-ups use your bodyweight to create one of the most challenging upper body...
7 Yoga Postures for Stress
Skip the ice cream and try yoga next time you are feeling stressed. Yoga is one of the healthiest methods to naturally relieve stress. How is this possible? The key is yoga’s emphasis on bringing attention to the mind. The breathing exercises influence practitioners...