How much Sugar are you really eating?
Ever happen to notice at the grocery store down the dessert isle products claiming 99% fat free or reduced fat or low fat? When ice- cream is advertised to only contain less than 3 grams of fat per serve, it…
Hydration, why so crucial
We all know without water the body will die, scientist have proven that with no fluid intake one would cease to exist after roughly 1 week. Which is interesting since we are said to be able to survive up to…
Pregnancy & Fitness
Pregnancy is a beautiful gift and is a time where the body goes through a roller coaster of changes. As we go through the trimesters we change in shape and this can be quite a shock to the system as…
How to Lift Safely: Protecting Your Back
You're going along great on your training - gaining mass, getting stronger and leaner, and then it happens. An injury! A simple muscle pull can mean weeks of recovery, and a tear or separation can require surgery and months of…
15 Reasons to Work Out for the Anti-Narcissist: Part 3
This week is the final installment in our series on the non-body-image benefits of exercise. Even if you don’t care what your body looks like, there are still lots of good reasons to stay fit. Check out Parts One and…
15 Reasons to Work Out for the Anti-Narcissist: Part 2
Here in part two of 15 reasons to work out for the anti-narcissist we’ll explore five more benefits of exercise for those of you who don’t buy fat-free milk because you don’t think even cows should have body image issues.…
The Body Weight Workout
When traveling, you may find yourself without access to a gym. Or maybe you’re just starting out on your fitness journey. If you haven’t yet decided whether you’re a gym person or a ‘work out at home’ person, you might…
15 Reasons to Work Out for the Anti-Narcissist: Part 1
Let’s be honest. Most of us work out primarily to look better naked. Or at least to rock that new dress or suit. Sure, getting fit is important too but that’s just a side benefit. But what if you’re one…