Best Fitness Articles From The Previous Week: June 10 2018

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 June 3 – June 9.

1. Manufactured deliciousness: Why you can’t stop overeating (plus 3 strategies to get control).: Courtesy of Jennifer Broxterman on Precision Nutrition

We’ve all overeaten at one point or another. This is a common problem, especially in America. A couple chips turn into the whole bag and you’re left wondering why you struggle so much. In this article, Jennifer shares the science why it’s hard to stop overeating and provides 3 tips to help you break free.

2. Is Inflammation Messing With Your Body?: Courtesy of Sabrina Weiss on Greatist

Inflammation is a word you’ve probably heard before. It happens when you get a cut or stub your toe. It’s the body’s natural reaction to promote healing from a wound. But chronic inflammation is a very bad thing and can lead to a host of diseases. In this article, Sabrina spells out what types of things can cause inflammation within the body and what you can to do to begin reversing it.

3. IIFYM (If It Fits Your Macros): A Beginner’s Guide: Courtesy of Erica Julson on Healthline

If It Fits Your Macros is a flexible type of diet based on hitting specific calorie and macronutrient goals. Most diet programs are structured rigidly and often times prevent you from eating your favorite foods. With this IIFYM approach, you can eat healthy yet still have room to enjoy your favorites too. In this article, Erica explains how to get started.

4. Paleo? Keto? Slow Carb? Vegan? How To Determine The Perfect Diet For You.: Courtesy of Steve Kamb on Nerd Fitness

There are countless diets out there that you can follow if you’re looking to lose weight. But where should you start? It’s really hard to know with so much conflicting information out there. In this article, Steve breaks it down for you and shares how to pick a diet strategy that works for you.

5. From Pull-up Zero To Pull-up Hero: How To Nail Your First Pull-up… And Then Start Cranking Out Reps Like A Machine!: Courtesy of Tom Venuto on Burn The Fat

Pull-ups are one of the best exercises you should be doing. But unfortunately, they are hard to do for some people. You must have a good base level of strength in order to do it. In this article, Tom walks you through how to nail your first pull up, even if you can’t do 1 right now.

Breakfast Recipe Of The Week: Beef and Mushroom Breakfast Hash