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Settling the Fitness Controversy of Barefoot Running

Settling the Fitness Controversy of Barefoot Running

When Vibram FiveFingers shoes hit the market over a decade ago, they kicked off a trend with far-reaching consequences—barefoot running—and despite the name, barefoot running most commonly refers to running while wearing shoes. Minimalist running

Time to get out of your energy-saving mode? Why you feel tired all the time

Time to get out of your energy-saving mode? Why you feel tired all the time

You must have over the course of your lifetime said, “why am I so tired recently – I can’t seem to shake it off!” If not, you are very, very, fortunate! And we are not talking general old-age tiredness; we are talking about young people too! But

What’s Your Fitness Philosophy?

What’s Your Fitness Philosophy?

It is important to know who you are professionally, and the first step in determining your professional philosophy is to identify what you value. This statement succinctly demonstrates your passion, your focus and the overall experience you want to provide

Here’s How Exercise Can Change the Brain to Lower the Risk of Alzheimer’s

Here’s How Exercise Can Change the Brain to Lower the Risk of Alzheimer’s

More and more studies are showing how regular exercise benefitsthe brain, and in particular, the aging brain. What’s less clear is how exactly exercise counters the cognitive decline that comes with aging and diseases like Alzheimer’s. To find out, for

Which plant milk is right for me?

Which plant milk is right for me?

Now a bonafide health and fitness fad, non-dairy milks — think almond and cashew — have been found to give consumers an iodine deficiency, according to a new study. What's more, the World Health Organisation considers an iodine deficiency as the

Are You Ignoring These 7 Important Muscles in Your Workout?

Are You Ignoring These 7 Important Muscles in Your Workout?

These days, fitness is all about functionality. Working multiple muscle groups together, replicating sport or real-life movements in order to create a functional type of fitness. It is a great way to get fit and create muscular balance. However, there are

Everything You Need to Know About IIFYM

Everything You Need to Know About IIFYM

Everything You Need to Know About IIFYM Three experts showed us the benefits of flexible dieting. by Andrew Gutman Milan_Jovic / Getty It’s late in the afternoon and time for your fourth meal of the day: Six ounces of  grilled chicken , one cup of rice,

How Often Should You Really Do HIIT Workouts?

How Often Should You Really Do HIIT Workouts?

HIIT, or high-intensity interval training, wasn’t meant to be done every day. And if you’re able to actually bust out that level of intensity five, six, or seven days per week, you’re likely doing it wrong. We know — it’s not what you want to hear.

5 Sports Nutrition Products to Help You Crush Your Summer Fitness Goals

5 Sports Nutrition Products to Help You Crush Your Summer Fitness Goals

From maximizing your workout performance to supporting your recovery, check out the five supplements you need to stock up on this summer. Move over guys — it’s time for us ladies to embrace creatine, too. This supplement helps you power through heavy