Sep 15th, 2021 - “You’re quad dominant.” How many times have you heard a commercial gym trainer or fitness consultant use this hackneyed phrase to make you feel like your body is a mess and depend on their services? In truth, quads should be dominant. There are four quads muscles in each leg, and that bests the three hamstrings muscles on the opposite side. With all things equal, you can count on the quads to be the stronger group. Now that we’ve gotten that out of the way, it’s important to understand that their ‘dominance’ is not always to blame if you’ve got a dysfunctional squat , knee ... [Read More]

Sep 15th, 2021 - According to data curated by the Department of Agriculture , only about 5% of Americans consume their daily recommended allowance of fiber. And that's unfortunate, because fiber plays a big role in many aspects of health. "Fiber has multiple health benefits," says Dr. Elizabeth Klodas, a cardiologist based in Minneapolis and founder and chief medical officer of Step One Foods, a food products company that helps users manage cholesterol levels through diet. Health Benefits of Fiber Benefits of getting enough fiber in your diet include: Improving bowel regularity. A low-fiber diet can lead to ... [Read More]

Sep 13th, 2021 - So you chose the keto diet, but did you realise there are two types? How to decipher the difference between clean keto and dirty keto... That was a lot of diets to consider. You looked at the Mediterranean diet. The DASH diet. A vegan diet . The Mayo Clinic diet. The Zone diet . Many, many more. After doing a tonne of research on weight-loss diets , you’ve finally made your choice, and proudly announce it to your best friend. "I’ve decided to try the keto diet.” The response isn’t what you expect: “Hmmm. Dirty keto or clean keto?” You’re shocked. “What? Dirty or clean? You ... [Read More]

Sep 13th, 2021 - Adobe Stock MONDAY, Sept. 13, 2021 (HealthDay News) -- Older adults who regularly eat foods like fish, nuts and olive oil may have less iron accumulation in their brains, as well as sharper memories, a small study suggests. The brain requires a certain level of iron to function normally, but the aging brain can accumulate an excess amount. And that excess iron has been linked to cognitive decline — a slow deterioration in memory and thinking skills that can lead to dementia. It's not yet clear that the extra iron actually causes mental decline, or that limiting its buildup will stave off ... [Read More]

Sep 11th, 2021 - E ver looked around your yoga class and wondered how TF seemingly everyone except for you is able to touch the ground in forward fold? Yeah, well, same. But you can get there, too—it just takes a little patience and some simple flexibility exercises . "If you are unable to touch the floor, you'll want to spend time focusing on opening the posterior muscles in the body—calves, hamstrings, glutes, and low back," says Mirror trainer Pilin Anice . Yep, that means it's time to stretch. A few pro tips before you get to it: Whether you're doing a standing or seated forward fold, "remember never ... [Read More]

Sep 11th, 2021 - It doesn't need to be high impact. Fact: High intensity does not necessarily mean high impact. There are lots of ways to get a challenging, heart-pumping, full-body cardio workout without pummeling your joints, ligaments, and tendons. And we’ve got a prime example right here: A 20-minute, total-body cardio routine with absolutely no jumping. When it comes to creating a low-impact cardio workout, there are several solid ways to make things feel intense—and thus make yourself a little breathless—without any jumping or running . Of course, you can add weight (like dumbbells or ... [Read More]

Sep 10th, 2021 - Looking to try doing some yoga but don’t know where to start? Well, if you don’t like the idea of going to an in-person class, then the best alternative is to follow some beginner yoga videos on YouTube. And yeah, there are a ton of option on YouTube, right? So, how do you know where to start? That’s where we come in to help you out. We looked through some of the most popular beginner YouTube yoga channels to find the best options to help you get started with yoga online. Check out our picks below. Page Contents 1. Yoga With Adriene No “best of” list is complete without this ... [Read More]

Sep 10th, 2021 - Think of your glute muscles as your engine for running. Whether you want to train for a full-on marathon or simply feel less sluggish when jogging, one of the best ways to get better at running is by exercising your glutes. Within your glutes are three different muscles , and they all work together to give you more power, stability, and better form — essentials when it comes to propelling yourself forward. The reason? “The glutes are the main muscles that generate force from the hip as you push off the ground and extend your leg behind you,” says ACE-certified personal trainer TJ ... [Read More]