Fitness

Push-Up: The Simple Exercise That Can Banish Your Bulging Belly

hqdefault (2)A push-up not only helps you to get a stronger upper body, but also a stronger midsection. It incorporates the stabilization muscles of your core, combining an upper-body pushing movement with a plank. It is, in fact, one of the best and most basic exercises for your midsection.

According to The Post Game:

“Push-ups are a higher value plank. You’re not only strengthening your abdominals by holding them still while gravity’s trying to push your hips towards the ground, but you’re also strengthening your upper-body pushing muscles: your chest, shoulders and triceps.”…

 

04 Apr 2015

Sugar and Fruit Juice: Two Foods You Should Never, Ever Eat After Exercise

images (2)If you’re like most people, one of the biggest hurdles you face when trying to maintain an exercise program is finding the time to do it on a regular basis. The great news is, you might never have to resort to this excuse ever again!

There’s increasing amounts of evidence supporting the notion that you can cut your workout time significantly while reaping better benefits…

 

03 Apr 2015

The Major Exercise Mistake I Made for Over 30 Years…

hqdefault (1)A recent study shows that ten minutes of brisk exercise triggers metabolic changes that last at least an hour. What’s more, the more fit you are, the more benefits you will get.

Researchers measured biochemical changes in the blood of a variety of people. Metabolic changes that began after 10 minutes on a treadmill still were measurable 60 minutes after people cooled down…

 

02 Apr 2015

Squats: 8 Reasons to Do This Misunderstood Exercise

hqdefaultIf you’re looking for a powerful way to boost your overall fitness and get some serious results — fast — from your workout routine, look no further than performing squatting exercises.

This is one exercise that should be a part of virtually everyone’s routine, as it’s relatively simple to perform, requires no equipment, and can be done just about anywhere…

 

01 Apr 2015

Do You Make These 5 Kettlebell Mistakes?

hqdefault (16)Use of kettlebells as a fitness tool goes back to the 1700s, when Russian strong-men began using them during training.

A kettlebell consist of a cast-iron ball and handle, and kettlebell exercises involve movements that throw off your center of gravity, forcing you to use multiple muscle groups, including your core, to maintain your balance…

 

01 Apr 2015