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, recipes, etc. Here is the list from the week of February 28 – March 5.
1. You Don’t Know Fit (How You Look Is Least Important): Courtesy of Nia Shanks on Niashanks.com
Being fit is often used to describe someone in great shape. But what does that really mean? Being fit can encompass many different aspects of your life. In this article, Nia shares what those are and why the way you look should be the least important.
2. 7 Truths About Strength Training: Courtesy of Jim Wendler on T Nation
Strength training is crucial if your goal is to get lean. But there are a lot of misconceptions about it. For example, some people will tell you to never do squats while others will say you won’t see any result without squats. It seems like everyone disagrees on everything. However, in this article, Jim talks about 7 universal truths of strength training regardless of what you believe.
3. Fresh vs Frozen Fruits And Vegetables-Which Are Healthier?: Courtesy of Dr. Mary Jane Brown on Authority Nutrition
We all know fruits and vegetables should be included in your daily diet. They are loaded with essential vitamins and minerals to support health and wellness. However, are frozen fruits and veggies just as nutritious as fresh produce? That’s the question Dr. Brown poses in this article and the answer may surprise you.
4. Best Workout Nutrition Strategies: Courtesy of Brian St. Pierre on Precision Nutrition
What you eat before, during, and after a workout can actually have a huge impact on your results. Most don’t realize this. Changing your workout nutrition can improve your performance and help you shed unwanted fat. In this article, Brian walks you through what you should be eating and how this is dependent on your specific goals.
5. 14 Ways To Increase Your Metabolism: Courtesy of Mark Sisson on Mark’s Daily Apple
Metabolism is monumental player in how you feel, how you look, and and how many calories you burn each day. Needless to say it’s pretty important. In this article, Mark shows you 14 scieintific methods you can use to increase your metabolism.
Snack Recipe Of The Week: Sweet Potato Applesauce Mash
Enjoy!
