Nov 26th, 2021 - Kumail Nanjiani’s workout helped him pull off one of the greatest Marvel transformations of all time for Eternals. Try the muscle-building routine for yourself. Mid-2019, Kumail Nanjiani was filming the last episode of his hit HBO comedy, . The show followed a group of nerdy app creators navigating the cutthroat world of big tech. Not much changed over the course of six seasons except, by the finale, Nanjiani’s character, the insecure coder Dinesh, had become an absolute unit—his biceps suddenly bulging out of polos. The bulk-up wasn’t the producer’s idea, nor a studio directive ... [Read More]

Nov 25th, 2021 - The 26 Best Fitness Tips Of All Time, From Top Trainers Five pros share advice to help you reach *any* fitness goal. 2022 is (somehow) quickly approaching, and perhaps you’re looking for a way to up your fitness game for the new year. You’ve definitely come to the right place. We asked five trainers for their best fitness tips and pulled tried-and-true pointers from WH over the years. Together, they cover everything from warming up to pre-workout supps , so no matter where you’re at in your fitness journey or what you’re looking to improve on, this list will help you achieve your ... [Read More]

Nov 24th, 2021 - Overload your back (and core!) safely with this eccentric-focused muscle-builder. One of the most underrated ideas around fitness training is the eccentric contraction. Sure, you know your muscles work hard when you lift a weight. But they can (and should) work just as hard (if not harder!) when you lower the weight. Your muscles perform an "eccentric" contraction when you lower a weight, stabilizing your joints and fighting the weight and gravity after you've exerted force to move the weight in the first place. And while some lifters miss this eccentric phase of a lift, you can take ... [Read More]

Nov 23rd, 2021 - Thanksgiving is often filled with time with loved ones and delicious meals. But for those trying to stay mindful of their health, particularly in the holiday season, there are ways to navigate the tempting spreads while still enjoying the celebrations. "It's really about making choices, not about cheating. And I want everyone to know that one meal is not going to do anything for their long-term health," registered dietitian Laura Cipullo told CBSN on Tuesday. Cipullo suggested focusing on what you have instead of what you can't have — and pacing yourself. "Instead of thinking of the ... [Read More]

Nov 23rd, 2021 - Enjoy the biggest meal of the year with these nutritionist-approved strategies. Use this visual guide to portion control, and you can be thankful your pants still fit. There are lots of things to love about Thanksgiving. Overeating isn’t one of them. Between the stuffing, gravy, pie, and other carbs , the typical Thanksgiving meal delivers 3,000 calories and 159 grams of fat , according to the Calorie Control Council , an industry group. That’s a full-on binge , even if it is only once a year. Factor in loads of added sugar and sodium , and a healthy Thanksgiving can seem like an ... [Read More]

Nov 23rd, 2021 - This low-risk activity, which has increased in popularity during the pandemic, may be your new go-to fitness exercise. Walking is one of the world’s most common, no-gear-required activities. Aside from carrying us from point A to point B, walking is also a form of exercise that everyone can commit to, no matter their age or fitness level. According to CNN, hiking, an activity that’s becoming increasingly more popular, can burn even more calories. Walking and hiking are two very similar activities. Like most cardio workouts, they boost bone and heart health, improve your balance, and ... [Read More]

Nov 23rd, 2021 - Advice from the director of the Iyengar Yoga Institute of New York. “We have to fight gravity to stand upright,” says James Murphy, the director of the Iyengar Yoga Institute of New York, whose discipline focuses on correct alignment in order to hold poses for longer. Standing properly — and improving posture in general — can help prevent back pain, which persistently afflicts some 16 million American adults, according to data published by Georgetown University. “You might see people, as they grow older, they start to bend over, with the spine collapsing, and they’re staring at ... [Read More]

Nov 23rd, 2021 - Life can be stressful and hectic, with so much to do and so little time to do it. Yet it’s important to take time for ourselves, or we won’t be as productive as we could be. More importantly, we risk our health and wellbeing. So, here are some suggestions to help reduce stress. Mindfulness You may have heard of mindfulness, but are unsure what it involves, or what the benefits are. Mindfulness based stress reduction has several physical and mental benefits. It can reduce stress for those with heart problems, help to improve their health, or can improve your sleep pattern, and help you ... [Read More]