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 November 29 – December 5.
1. Weekly Meal Prep: Mastered [Infographic]: Courtesy of Dr. John Berardi on Precision Nutrition
There’s no doubt that prepping meals ahead of time will lead to great results. But some aren’t sure of how to make this strategy work in real life. Well, Precision Nutrition had you covered! In this article, Dr. Berardi gives you a printable infographic so you can be prepared no matter what life throws at you.
2. The Simple Path To Being Your Fittest At Any Age: Courtesy of Andrew Read on Breaking Muscle
The research is clear. As we get older our strength, muscle mass, bone density, and flexibility all decline. As such we become weaker, inflexible, and more susceptible to injury. But it doesn’t have to be this way. Weekly time spent on training and flexibility can do wonders. In this article, Andrew provides you with a simple guide for the aging athlete.
3. The No. 1 Thing That’s Preventing You From Changing Your Habits: Courtesy of Darya Rose on Greatist
A habit is nothing more than a skill or act practiced over and over again until it becomes second nature. Small habits practiced consistently day in and day out will lead to success. But there’s one thing that often stands in your way to accomplishing this. In this article, Darya reveals what it is.
4. 5 [More] Myths Of Strength Training In Pregnancy: Courtesy of Jessie Mundell on Girls Gone Strong
Strength training while pregnant is perfectly safe despite what you may have heard. In this article, Jessie lays 5 of the most prevalent pregnancy myths to rest.
5. Could You Benefit From Intermittent Fasting?: Courtesy of Dr. Amy Nett on Chriskesser.com
Intermittent fasting (IF) has quite the list of health benefits. These include things like decreased body fat, LDL cholesterol, and triglycerides. In this article, Amy digs into some of the research behind IF and discusses whether or not you would benefit from it.
Enjoy!
