It seems like after a certain age (26?), everyone embraces long-distance running. Goodbye, day drinking; hello, marathon training. Running has many benefits, from increased happiness to weight loss. It may even reduce your risk for certain kinds of cancer. But if the farthest you’ve ever run is to catch the subway, the idea of doing […]
These all-too-common weight loss mistakes could be derailing your efforts. If any of these habits sound familiar, then take note! Dodge the weight loss bullet before it wounds your momentum.
The first rule of weight loss: Do not talk about weight loss. Let’s be honest, nobody wants to hear about your thighs, your portion size, your fear of carbs, or your vegan-on-Friday rules. It’s a buzz kill—plus, having a super-restrictive attitude isn’t sustainable. After all, you wouldn’t dive into an Olympic-level workout right away—you’d start […]
It’s tempting to just get on your bike and go, but you could easily be setting yourself up for a fall if you neglect the following fundamentals. Here is The Cycling Bug’s list of the 5 things you must do before your next ride 1. Check the weather How you’re dressed dramatically affects your comfort […]
I have many girls asking me these days, how can they stay healthy while they are in college. Well yes, it’s harder to stay fit and healthy when you’re far from home, and you have a lot going on. No gyms near by – or no money for gym, no healthy food on the menu, […]
Ah, yes, this statement and similar motivational (ish) quotes are go-to stock phrases of drill sergeants, tough guys, and, unfortunately, coaches and workout buddies everywhere. We get it: When it comes to working out, pushing ourselves is a tried and true way to make progress toward fitness goals. But what about when we push too […]
Individuals who are new to the fitness world should become familiar with commonly used fitness terms or things can become pretty confusing when speaking to personal trainers or other fitness professionals. These terms are even used in fitness magazines and by instructors in DVD workouts. By studying the following list, you can become more familiar […]
New research suggests that your body parts age at different rates. The good news: Exercise turns back the clock. We’ve all heard of the marathoner with the heart of a nineteen-year-old, or the yogi whose backside seems to be decades behind the rest of her. But is there any truth to these statements? Maybe so. […]
