Best Fitness Articles From The Previous Week: July 23 2017

Each week, we 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, recipes, etc. Here is the list from the week of July 16 – July 22.

1. Can Boosting Your Testosterone Help You Lose Fat?: Courtesy of Dr. Atli Arnarson on Authority Nutrition

Testosterone is one of the most commonly known hormones in the human body. It’s very common for men to become deficient, especially as they get older. In this article, Dr. Arnarson discuss what testosterone is, what it’s primary functions are, and how it can help with fat loss.

2. Staying Fit While Traveling: Courtesy of Alex McBrairty on Breaking Muscle

If you have a fitness routine, you know how hard it can be to keep up with it when you’re on the road. Your schedule can be jammed packed with things to do that it’s hard to make time for anything fitness related. In this article, Alex shares 5 strategies to help you retain your fitness while away from home.

3. The 6 Foundational Movement Patterns: Courtesy of Dr. John Rusin on T Nation

There are six foundational movement patterns within the human body. If you want to become stronger and more resilient, it’s in your best interest to be training each of these patterns. In this article, Dr. Rusin shares what these 6 patterns are and shows several different exercises, within each pattern, that you can add into your training programs.

4. The Squat Vs. The Hip Hinge: Know The Difference: Courtesy of Dr. John Rusin on Drjohnrusin.com

The squat and deadlift (hip hinge pattern) are two exercises that provide a ton of bang for your training buck. But one thing I’ve learned from coaching others is that the squat and hip hinge movement patterns are easily confused. In his second article this week, Dr. Rusin shows you the difference between these two and shares why they are important to include in your workouts.

5. 6 Stark Truths I Learned From Tracking Absolutely Everything for 30 Days: Courtesy of Locke Hughes on Greatist

If you’re having a hard time losing weight, one of the easiest things you can do is track the variables that affect weight. Things like calories, steps, sleep, etc. This can give you a little better insight as to why you haven’t been able to lose weight. In this article, Locke shares 6 things she discovered from tracking everything for 30 days and how it helped her get back on track.

Breakfast Recipe Of The Week: Sweet Potato Breakfast Bowl With Berries