Let’s be honest: There’s a lot of “crap” masquerading as gym accessories. It’s usually packaged in a crafty way to get you to fork over your money with the hope of having a better gym experience, or better yet drop a few extra pounds. I’m sure you’ve seen the countless gadgets offered online and in retail stores. It’s enticing, right? Why wouldn’t you want to purchase the latest and greatest fitness invention that could make working out just a bit easier? I sure would! But it’s important not to fall victim to these gimmicks and to discern what you truly need versus what is simply a waste of money.
Blaire Rummel
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Everywhere you turn in the fitness industry, whether it’s a gym, a supplement store, a workout magazine or wellness blog, you’ll receive some sort of advice. You’ll hear how you should work out each day, what you need to eat and how you should go about living your day-to-day life. Society encourages a “do more”, an overtraining mentality by the attention given to extreme bodybuilders and dramatic weight loss transformations because of how much they have achieved and overcome.
For those of us who have experienced the benefits of strength training (lower body fat, elevated energy, a sculpted physique, metabolic boost), it’s a common concern. Why wouldn’t you want to do something every day that makes you feel and look so good! The answer to daily strength training being healthy isn’t a simple one; it depends on the individual. Strength training is intertwined with recovery and what you do post-workout.
Ever have trouble keeping your eyes open in the afternoon? It’s happened to us all. The hours after lunchtime can zap your energy, making it difficult to get work done and finish daily responsibilities. It also can lead you to skip an evening workout! So what causes this? Often it can be connected to the energy-draining foods we eat. Let’s look at some of the culprits so you can avoid them and get through your day with as much energy as you had in the morning!
Want to move better? Get faster? How about lose body fat and boost your metabolism? Well if you answered yes to any of these questions, it’s time to start implementing sled training into your weekly regimen.
The way you eat before and after a workout can destroy or catapult your fitness success. And while there are a lot of different approaches to pre-workout foods, there isn’t as much variety when it comes to post-workout foods. Your body needs certain nutrients to help repair the damage that’s been done during your workout and get you back on your feet quicker.
Working out can be tough. No matter what our individual goals are, whether we want to lose a few pounds, gain some muscle, become a better athlete or simply improve our overall health, it’s easy to lose motivation along the way. And when this motivation waxes and wanes, and possibly even disappears, the entire process of getting into the gym becomes a daunting task. So the key is to find the necessary tools to keep our motivation strong along the way.
If you’ve been involved in fitness for a while, you’ve probably noticed that there are different styles of working out. Some people focus solely on their cardiovascular fitness and endurance. Others prefer bodybuilding, focusing on isolating muscle groups and building muscle to achieve a certain aesthetic. And then there are athletes, training to strengthen their performance and overall ability.
I’ve been lifting weights since I was 13 because of my involvement in sports. But I didn’t truly start working out in an attempt to stay fit and healthy as an adult until after I had my daughter five years ago. Since becoming a mother, I’ve strived to be the strongest and most balanced version of myself, especially when it comes to working out.
The Best and Worst Diet Choices for Sushi
Going out for sushi is an awesome experience and a fun meal choice for most of us. It offers an opportunity to eat some unique fish and try creative flavor combinations. And most of the ingredients used at sushi restaurants are healthy. But there are quite a few options that can derail a diet as well.
