Best Fitness Articles From The Previous Week: January 23 2022

1. The Lost Art Of Play: Reclaiming A Primal Tradition: Courtesy of Mark Sisson on Mark’s Daily Apple

Play is something we often associate with children. The truth is playing (i.e. kayaking, playing recreation sports, running around with your children, etc.) can actually be beneficial for adults as well. In this article, Mark shares why and makes the case why this is something you should be doing often. 

2. How To Burn More Calories All Day Long: Courtesy of Tanner Shuck on T Nation

If you want to maintain weight loss or make weight loss easier, you have to find a way to burn more calories throughout the day. In this article, Tanner shares two simple things to help you do just that. 

3. Effortless Ways To Start Losing Weight Immediately: Courtesy of Perri O. Blumberg on Eat This, Not That!

Losing weight is simple, but it’s not easy. You have to dedicate time and change your priorities if you want to see success. But there are several things you can do to reach your goals faster and with less effort. In this article, Perri reveals 6 of the simplest strategies you can use. 

4. Try Intuitive Eating To Break The Diet Cycle: Courtesy of Tara Parker-Pope on The New York Times

Dieting isn’t fun and it only produces results for those who are consistent. Most of us lack the consistency factor. In this article, Tara shares how intuitive eating, or eating based on your body’s signals, is much more effective at helping you lose weight and keep it off for good.  

5. How To Eat Junk Food: A Guide For Conflicted Humans: Courtesy of Brian St. Pierre and Alisa Bowman on Precision Nutrition

Many believe they have to avoid junk food altogether if they want to accomplish their health goals. However, foods that offer little nutritional value can actually be included as part of a healthy diet. In this article, Brian and Alisa explain why.