At this point, we’ve all heard about the numerous benefits of weight lifting. It not only helps you build muscle and develop strength, it also improves your sleep, boosts the metabolism, and lowers inflammation in...

When you start a workout routine, you want to know how long it takes to get fit. After all, we all start going to the gym to get results. Some of us want to feel...

Do you believe that carbs are the ultimate enemy to weight loss? Well, in a certain sense, they are… but that doesn’t mean you absolutely must give up on carbs if you’re trying to lose...

How many times have you heard someone say "I just need to find my motivation" before getting started on a fitness program or goal?  We tend to think of motivation as a magical, external force that will...

If you’re a parent and fitness enthusiast, you’re absolutely going to love this story. And you might learn something as well. Let’s get right into it… The other day, I went to a local workout...

Key Takeaways Extreme leanness is not sustainable year-round. Professional bodybuilders and fitness models only maintain single-digit body fat percentages for short periods during competitions or photo shoots, not throughout the entire year. The ideal body...

What does being healthy mean to you? Most people would say that being healthy means the absence of disease, but it’s much more than that. Being healthy means feeling good, both physically and mentally.  It’s not...

Key Takeaways Artificial sweeteners are extensively tested and approved as safe. Regulatory agencies worldwide have established acceptable daily intake levels for artificial sweeteners that are 100 times below levels that show any adverse effects. There...

Key Takeaways Beginners often fail by doing too much too soon or having vague goals; starting small with a clear, manageable plan prevents burnout and builds lasting consistency. Focus on consistency over motivation or perfection;...

Have you ever seen Mike Tyson doing the infamous wrestler neck bridges? The exercise itself looks intense and dangerous, but the speed that Iron Mike was doing it is not something we'd recommend. So why did he...