Reduce Low Back Pain With This Unique Exercise
According to statistics, 80% of people will experience some sort of back pain during their life (1). Those who have suffered or are currently suffering from it know what a hassle this is. It can keep you from doing things you love. Unfortunately, there are many different reasons why you may have back pain. This makes…
Best Fitness Articles From The Previous Week: January 31 2016
Each week, I publish a list of best fitness articles from the previous week. These articles range from a wide variety of topics like nutrition, training, stress management, weight loss, general health, etc. Here is the list from the week of January 24 – January 30. 1. Why Running Doesn’t (Always) Burn Fat: Courtesy of…
Do This One Simple Thing At Each Meal To Lower Calorie Intake
If your goal is fat loss, you need to ensure you’re doing one thing each and every day: eating fewer calories. You must expend more calories than you consume each day to see a significant reduction in fat. But this can be hard. If you’re busy, time isn’t on your side. Your scarf down a…
Best Fitness Articles From The Previous Week: January 24 2016
Each week, I publish a list of best fitness articles from the previous week. These articles range from a wide variety of topics like nutrition, training, stress management, weight loss, general health, etc. Here is the list from the week of January 17 – January 23. 1. Your Diet Needs A Reality Check: Courtesy of…
Unlock Your Hips After Prolonged Sitting With These 2 Exercises
Over the weekend, my wife flew to New Mexico for a education conference with several of her co-teachers. The thing about traveling this far and attending events like this is it requires you to sit, a lot. Hours upon hours a day. When sitting, your hips are in a flexed position. This places your hip flexors in…
Best Fitness Articles From The Previous Week: January 17 2016
Each week, I publish a list of best fitness articles from the previous week. These articles range from a wide variety of topics like nutrition, training, stress management, weight loss, general health, etc. Here is the list from the week of January 10 – January 16. 1. The Single Best Muscle-Building Method: Courtesy of Christian…
How To Assess And Improve Movement: Part 2
Last week, I talked about how easy it can be to assess your own movement patterns to determine what exercises are appropriate for your body. Not only did I mention how easy it is, but how extremely important as well. An assessment can provide a map of sorts. It gives direction and a framework on how…
Best Fitness Articles From The Previous Week: January 10 2016
Each week, I publish a list of best fitness articles from the previous week. These articles range from a wide variety of topics like nutrition, training, stress management, weight loss, general health, etc. Here is the list from the week of January 3 – January 9. 1. 5 Significant Reasons To Lose Weight: Courtesy of…
How To Assess And Improve Movement: Part 1
An assessment is an often overlooked but rather important part of a strength training program. Everyone has limitations and movement restrictions that can prevent them from performing certain exercises with correct form. For example, office workers usually have a hard time performing any overhead exercises correctly. Sitting at a desk all day places them into…
Best Fitness Articles From The Previous Week: January 3 2016
Each week, I publish a list of best fitness articles from the previous week. These articles range from a wide variety of topics like nutrition, training, stress management, weight loss, general health, etc. Here is the list from the week of December 27- January 2. 1. Are You Out-Training Your Healthy Diet?: Courtesy of Jen…