Trying to quit smoking is very tough, especially for those that have done it for many years. But even if it is difficult, there are some things you can do to help fight the urge to light up another cigarette. Our previous piece entitled “How to Achieve Consistency and Reach Your Fitness Goals” focused on qualities like …
If you want to take your workout to the next level, you’ve got to incorporate some battle ropes. Battle ropes have been a part of the workout scene for a while, but they have started gaining more popularity. This is because fitness trainers have introduced different types, and more celebrities are posting videos of their …
Also known as Peruvian ginseng, maca is an edible root vegetable native to Peru. It’s a relative of the radish plant and even looks similar to it. Historically, maca was fed to stressed and dying horses in extreme weather conditions at high altitudes. Ancient people found that maca helped the horses to survive, adapt and …
Supplements cannot be avoided by anyone involved in fitness and athletic performance. People who take supplements tend to have a strong opinion about them. Yet, it can be challenging to assess whether these supplements do what they claim before hitting the gym or if it’s all just smoke and mirrors. Are pre-workout supplements worth taking? …
Cravings are a tell-tale sign that our diet isn’t completely working for us. This overwhelming need to eat (usually) fatty or sugar-rich foods can happen to anyone. Whether it’s due to stress, an imbalanced gut microbiome, or simply due to regular hormonal changes that occur in certain time periods, cravings can usually be controlled through …
There is no secret that working out helps to keep you younger. It keeps your energy levels high and improves your physical ability to keep things going. Research has proved that exercise has a powerful impact on physical and mental well-being and slows down aging. Here’s how exercising can help you avoid aging- It makes …
As an athlete and a human being, I spend a lot of time paying attention to grip strength. The term refers to the ability of our hands to grab and hold onto objects. It matters because grip strength plays a role in a variety of athletic pursuits, from tennis to ultimate Frisbee to weightlifting. It’s …
People become obese or overweight when they continuously consume more calories than they spend. As a result, the surplus of energy that your body doesn’t expend turns into fat. So, people who eat a lot and don’t move enough usually put on a lot of weight within a short time. That’s what would be a …
Testosterone is the single most important thing when it comes to building muscle naturally. Without it, you can train, eat and sleep right, but you won’t see any results. However: If you eat the right foods from my Testosterone Boosting Diet, you can dramatically increase your testosterone levels and achieve faster muscle growth… … completely …
Protein powders have taken the world by storm and you can clearly hear the clinking of shaker bottles whenever you pass through a gym. It seems like everyone has climbed on the protein bandwagon these days. However, the question is whether people are aware of the use and reason why they are upping their protein …
Having a great workout plan and a membership of a well-equipped gym is essential if you want to make good progress on your body. However, it is well-known that there can be no progress without proper exercise. And there can be no good exercising without confidence. How do you boost your confidence? Well, by knowing …
Every fitness enthusiast knows very well how important it is to have efficient and effective workouts. Yes, coming to the gym is half of the battle and the other half includes hard work, persistency, and a good training regimen. But, when you settle into an exercise routine, you often get carried away and stop making …
If it’s late afternoon hunger that makes you long for snacks, definitely don’t say no to it. Snacking can be a healthy part of our diet routine as it can curb cravings, regulate mood, boost brainpower, fight weight gain, and give you the energy you need to keep going all day. But make sure to …
People all over the world attempting to get fit and healthy seek out the fabled superfoods to base their diet around. From blueberries to wheatgrass, there are many superfoods that you are suggested to get into your diet. However, one particularly popular type of food offers a variety of flavours and many health perks. Spicy …
In general, it’s best to go to the gym regularly and work out for every single muscle group with all kinds of gym equipment. However, not everyone has that luxury because we’re all busy and this is how working out at home benefits you. But the problem is that there are tons of at-home exercises …
