Building Muscle? Avoid These 7 Common Mistakes
Wherever you are on your fitness journey, there’s no denying that seeing change in the mirror is an amazing feeling. It’s not just looking good in the…
How to Pick Healthy Protein Bars: A Nutritious Guide
When the going gets tough, you go and get a protein bar. For many of us who don’t have much time or mental capacity in the day…
Functional Training: Optimize Your Day-to-Day Fitness
Functional training has become increasingly popular in recent years as people seek to improve their fitness levels in ways that benefit their daily lives. Think moving furniture…
Do Men Need More Calories Than Women?
Most of us who aren’t actively pursuing a fitness goal typically don’t count calories, but you don’t have to be a bodybuilder counting their macros to notice…
Do We Really Need 10,000 Steps a Day?
You don’t have to hit the running track at full throttle to stay healthy. Walking is a great way to stay active at low impact, which is…
The Importance of Body Fat: 5 Reasons You Need It
Why do we hate body fat so much? Apart from being photoshopped out of social media by unrealistic body expectations, there’s also the immediate assumption that all…
Can Depression Cause Heart Failure? Understanding the Link Between Mental Health and Heart Disease.
Should we take it literally when a loved one is suffering from a “broken heart”? With a potential link between negative mental health and heart disease, we…
Menstrual Cycle Workout Plan: How to Exercise According to Your Menstrual Cycle
Following an effective menstrual cycle workout plan can help you feel motivated to move even when you have PMS (premenstrual syndrome) symptoms or when “Aunt Flow” is…
The Role of Sleep in Muscle Recovery and Overall Fitness
If you visit a doctor for any ailments, at least one of the questions will be about sleep. One of the posters around a clinic or hospital…
How Long Should A Workout Be?
How long should a workout be? This is one of the most commonly asked questions among people who are new to the world of physical fitness. With…
Nature Therapy: Why You Should Prioritize Time in Green and Blue Spaces
If improved physical and mental health headline your list of goals, don’t underestimate the power of nature therapy. A new study of over 16,000 people adds to…
HIIT vs Tabata Workouts: What’s The Difference?
What’s the difference between HIIT vs Tabata workouts? This is a key question for anyone considering a new workout regime. If exercise is a regular part of…