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Fresh air, no other people nearby, space to move and breathe. Nope, not describing a 2020 daydream—just a standard camping trip. Camping is an activity that’s naturally well-suited for social distancing. Even if you’re staying at a campground with other people nearby, chances are your assigned spot is well over six feet from your neighbors. […]
Whether you’re a new runner or a veteran, strength and conditioning work should be a key part of your routine. For new runners in particular, it will help you strengthen key areas so your body can deal with the demands of the sport. It’s important to tailor your workouts to running, though, because certain strength […]
Meal prep can be fun, colourful and time efficient. Author of ‘Bento Power’ Sara Kiyo Popowa shares six bento box recipes Whether you want to save money, eat healthier or quit having sad meals at your desk, investing some time in preparing vibrant and fun lunch boxes means you will always appreciate and look forward […]
Once you’ve resolved to do something to get fitter, one of the hardest things can be knowing what to do. Or, almost as importantly, what not to do, because it’s very easy to go in all guns blazing and either injure or overwork yourself, nipping your new-found determination in the bud all too soon. You […]
Many beginner runners quickly find themselves out of breath. This usually means that their pace is too fast. But it can also be due to inefficient breathing while running. In today’s post, we show you how to breathe properly while running and thus improve your performance. Deep belly breathing vs shallow chest breathing While running […]
Are you a new runner? Have you decided to start running to improve your fitness? Before lacing up your shoes, check out these 8 extremely useful running tips for beginners from running expert Sascha Wingenfeld. 1. Start with short running intervals Are you super-excited to start your running training? As a new runner, you shouldn’t […]
If you’re looking to challenge your entire body — I’m talking legs, butt, core, and arms — in minimal time, I’ve totally got you with a 15-minute full-body workout that’s perfect for beginners and experienced exercisers alike. This routine features compound movements that combine more than one exercise, so you’re really going to get a […]
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At some point, everyone who strength trains can benefit from picking up a barbell. Barbells help you perform foundational moves like deadlifts, squats, presses, and rows with far more weight than you can with dumbbells and kettlebells, Lauren Pak, a NASM-certified personal trainer and co-founder of Achieve Fitness Boston, tells SELF. While dumbbells and kettlebells […]
If you want to get stronger or build muscle, at some point you’re going to need to lift heavier weights. After all, strength results hinge on your ability to progressively overload your muscles, meaning you need to gradually increase the physical stress you put on a muscle to keep challenging it so that it can […]
If you’re just starting an exercise routine for the first time, you’re probably feeling a mix of emotions. It’s always exciting to try something new, but it can also be equal parts confusing and daunting. But the thing is, when it comes to working out, the best place to start really is at the beginning, […]
If you’re looking to improve your squatting form, consider holding a weight. It may sound counterintuitive—after all, tacking on resistance typically makes a move more challenging—but when it comes to squatting, adding heft (in the right way) might actually help. That’s the case with the goblet squat, a weighted squat variation that Don Saladino, celebrity […]
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The Benefits Of Weightlifting Resistance training isn’t just about getting bigger biceps, although that is a welcome bonus. It benefits your health in all sorts of ways. “It stimulates muscles to grow, bones to strengthen and fat to break down,” says personal trainer Dan Wheeler, whose iron dedication landed him the cover of Men’s Fitness […]