Modern-day living gives your hip flexors quite a beating. These key muscles are responsible for lifting your knees towards your body and allowing bend at the waist, and are notoriously in need of some extra love, strengthening and stretching. Given the increasing time so many people spend seated at their desks, in cars and elsewhere,… Read More
If you’re wondering how to quickly and easily burn more calories throughout your day, you certainly aren’t alone. Calories are actually quite a confusing and controversial topic in the world of nutrition, and it can be hard to decide what strategy is best for you. To count or not to count calories? Quality over quantity,… Read More
A half marathon is the perfect distance for many runners, as it’s a definite challenge that you can feel proud of, but more realistic than a full marathon for many. Despite not being a full marathon, a 13.1 mile run is nothing to underestimate and definitely must be prepared for. Without the proper training, you… Read More
Even if your ultimate goal is weight loss, getting a bigger butt might also fit into your diet and fitness aspirations. Not only does a nicely shaped bubble butt look great in your favorite pair of jeans, but strong glutes also help you to carry out day to day activities more effectively and prevent injury…. Read More
Everyone has struggled with water weight at some point, and it’s no fun at all. The human body is made up of around 60% water, and many vital roles and functions depend on this life-giving substance. However, excess water weight is a different story. Technically referred to as edema, water weight (or water retention), can… Read More
Modern-day society has created an epidemic of fatigue. So many people feel a constant pressure to be on-the-go, with far more focus on productivity than on relaxation. While there is nothing inherently wrong with being productive, it’s important to strike a balance between work, family and down-time. Easier said than done, but not impossible. Getting… Read More
Despite their seemingly cute and innocent name, nobody wants anything to do with love handles. Not only are love handles aesthetically displeasing, they can also be a sign of poor metabolic health on a deeper level. To be clear: the term “love handles” refers to the excess fat that accumulates around the waist, particularly on… Read More
While 40 might just be the new 30 in today’s modern world, it’s a physiological fact that your metabolism begins to slow down into your 30’s, and definitely after you turn 40. In your younger years, the diet and lifestyle that allowed you to stay lean might be packing on the pounds. Don’t worry, there… Read More
In conventional Western medicine, high blood pressure is typically lowered with medication. While this is certainly called for at times, there are many diet and lifestyle supports you might consider first before turning to meds, and the often unpleasant side effects that come with them. High blood pressure-also referred to as hypertension-is definitely cause for… Read More
Running is the exercise of choice for a lot of people, and for good reason. It’s easy to do just about anywhere, free, gets the heart rate up and motivates you to spend time outdoors. While running is a great sport to get into, it can take a toll on the body if certain precautions… Read More
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