Did you know that only 23.2% of adults above 18 years meet the physical activity guidelines for aerobic and muscle-strengthening activities each week? Following a workout routine can not only help you stay fit, but also age in a healthy way. There are many reasons for you to grow your glutes. First, you’ll increase your athletic performance. …
Are you looking to get shredded for the summer? Many people want to achieve a good summer look, which means they get in shape to look their best during the warmer months of the year. In addition to looking your best for your holiday photos, getting beach ready can also help you to feel more …
There’s something the fitness community never talks about. When I was working on my fitness, eating a strict diet, and following a workout schedule, this one component of my health flew under the radar. I was bloated, plateauing, and getting stomach pains. What was wrong? When I got it checked out, it turns out I wasn’t …
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Vitamins are often overlooked. The western diet is notorious for being void of actual nutrients, after all. In fact, studies suggest that nearly 1/3 of the American population is at risk of various vitamin deficiencies. That leads to a whole host of issues by themselves such as higher risk of various disease, immune disorders, and hormonal issues. …
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If you are here, you have probably heard the hype about 1st Phorm, and are wondering about the Phormula-1/Ignition stack. With 1st Phorm only shipping from their site and it not being found in stores, there really is no ‘good’ way to sample without ordering, unless you know someone who happens to share with you, …
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Milk alternatives have drastically risen in popularity in the past decade. From oat milk to coconut milk, there are plenty of options for those who are looking to transition to a dairy-free lifestyle for whatever reason they may have. If you’re interested in trying something new that fits better within your calories/macros or that is …
Contrary to popular belief, fat is actually good for you. Or, it can be good for you. It all depends on what kind of fat you are eating. In fact, healthy fatty foods are essential to your overall health and are necessary for the absorption of certain vitamins from other foods you eat. Here, we …
Approximately one billion people suffer from protein deficiency worldwide. You may not realize it, but there’s evidence for the importance of protein in everything you do. Without it, you wouldn’t have the energy or strength to do even menial tasks. In this article, we discuss how food protein can help you meet your fitness goals. We also …
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If you are here, you have heard the hype about 1st Phorm, and are wondering about the Level-1 protein. With 1st Phorm only shipping from their site and it not being found in stores, there really is no ‘good’ way to sample without ordering, unless you know someone who happens to share with you, so …
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66.7% of overweight individuals have tried methods of fat loss in the past. If you’ve ever put on a few extra pounds, you’ve likely followed the same fate. There are so many myths and stories passed around about fat loss. For those who are trying to lose weight, these fat loss myths can hinder weight loss …
For many exercisers, the idea of bulking is stressful. You know that you need to gain weight in order to gain muscle (unless you’re a brand new lifter with the benefits of “newbie gains” or you know how to “re-comp”), but you don’t want the fat growth that comes alongside that weight gain. Gaining a …
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What is Protein? This is a very common question. After all, protein is held up very high in the fitness and nutrition worlds. It is held up high for a good reason, too. Protein is a necessity for our survival, performing tons of functions within the human body every single day, but what exactly is …
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People want to eat healthily and feel better, but through the years many nutrition myths have spread that aren’t accurate. Perhaps at the time they were considered ‘fact’, but since then science has debunked them, or they were never correct to begin with. Healthy eating and a healthy lifestyle improve your quality of life, after …
“Eat more fiber.” That’s a line you’ve probably heard ad nauseam since childhood. And for good reason: the health benefits of dietary fiber are well documented. But despite those benefits being common knowledge, only 5% of the population manages to get a full daily supply of fiber. To hit home fiber’s value, and help you take advantage …
If you look at the broad picture, culture leads to nutritional deficiencies. Most people living in the United States don’t meet the Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA) for many nutrients. That includes athletes and the average Joe, alike. Ultra-processed foods have replaced nutrient-dense foods. These healthy foods include fruits and vegetables, legumes, whole grains, nuts, …
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Most people take their gut health for granted. Collectively, our western diets are full of all sorts of things that make life hard for our gut to do its job. Metabolically, our intestinal tract (aka ‘the Gut’) is just as active as our brains, and performs a ton of incredibly important functions. Think about it. …
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Did you know that your gut is home to a group of microorganisms? If that sounds like something from a horror movie, you’ll be happy to know that it’s normal. In fact, nurturing those microorganisms is the key when you want to improve gut health. There are a wide range of gut health problems, including …
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What are your fitness goals? Do you want to lose fat, build muscle or purely maintain your appearance? Well, depending on what your goals are and where you are in your macrocycle, your macronutrient requirements fluctuate. So, what are macronutrients, and how do they affect your fitness goals? Macronutrients are foundational components of food that …
Some people love to hop up and down about their latest fad diets. But, at the same time, they aren’t losing any weight. Other folks might try crazy ideas like near starvation diets or meal plans that cut out entire groups of food in the quest for a better body. Chances are, if they manage to lose …
It might surprise you to learn that more than 54 million people in the United States have arthritis. When it goes untreated, arthritis can have a significant impact on daily life. It can prevent the ability to work, move around easily, and experience basic comfort. So what are the best ways to reduce and prevent joint inflammation? …
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During the 2017-2018 period, the CDC found that 42% of Americans were obese compared to 34% a decade earlier. They also found that as obesity levels rise, the number of Americans on diets does too. Most diets consist of cutting out your favorite foods to lose weight. However, there are ways to lose weight without cutting the …
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