You may not make it to the gym if you have a busy schedule or are constantly on the go. If you travel a lot, you know some of the gyms in the hotel are a hit or miss. Don't fret. Here is a HIIT workout that will surely help you burn those calories. You…
The Mechanics of Breathing
Our breath is something we take for granted. It's easy, right? Just breathe in and out. Unfortunately, many people do not know how to breathe properly, particularly during exercise. The health benefits of proper breathing are many and include improved blood circulation, increased oxygenation of the blood, and improved heart…
There are a lot of benefits to stretching before and after a workout. Stretching helps reduce pain or prevents injuries, relaxes your muscles and eliminates lactic acid. There are two types of stretching: dynamic stretching and static stretching. Both have their own unique advantages, so it’s important to know when to use one over the…
Calorie Burner
Compound exercises are one of the most effective ways to burn calories and lose weight. Targeting multiple muscle groups at once helps you torch more calories in less time. Plus, they're a great way to build strength and muscle definition. If you're looking to lose weight, focus on compound exercises that work…
A few years ago, right before the pandemic, I embarked on a 6-week CrossFit fitness challenge. CrossFit for the uninformed is a high-intensity strength and conditioning program that combines Olympic weightlifting, gymnastics, and cardiovascular training elements. The goal of CrossFit is to improve overall fitness and physical preparedness. CrossFit has become wildly popular, even…
Better Body Control
Unilateral stability refers to the ability of a person or object to maintain balance and control when working or moving in a single direction. There are many benefits to having good unilateral strength. Some of these benefits include:- improved balance and coordination- greater efficiency in movement- better performance in activities that require…
Calorie Burner
Here's an exercise to add to your repertoire: the dumbbell push press. This exercise will burn those calories and get your heart pumping. This is a full-body workout that works your shoulders, chest, triceps, and legs. It's a great exercise to add to your upper body strength training routine. You can always add…
Fasting for the Benefits
Intermittent fasting is a term that describes an eating pattern where you cycle between periods of fasting and eating. The fasting periods can range from a few hours to days, and the eating windows typically last 12-16 hours. The practice has been around for centuries but has only recently become popular…
Body Dysmorphia And General Symptoms
Body dysmorphia is a mental disorder that causes people to have an obsessive preoccupation with their appearance. It shares similarities with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and falls under "Obsessive-compulsive and Related Disorders." People with body dysmorphia often think they are too fat, even when thin. They may diet obsessively and…
Everyone knows that you need to load up on protein to build muscle. You can always count on the usual suspects as protein sources like eggs, meat, fish, and legumes such as beans. But, let's face it, sometimes you may want a bit of protein variety. Sure, you can slurp down a protein shake or…


