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Aging doesn’t have to be a daunting experience. For many, the thought of growing older comes with fears of health decline, loss of physical abilities, and emotional changes. But what if I told you that embracing travel and outdoor adventures could be your secret weapon against the fears of...

You have fitness goals. Some might be near-term, like losing two pounds this month. Others might be long shots, like competing in your first marathon next year. Regardless, your goals aren’t likely to happen if you aren’t holding yourself accountable. To be sure, accountability can be hard to...

Creating workout goals feeds motivation. But when you set your sights too high and have no clear plan of attack, those goals can become intimidating and demotivating forces—especially when you’re not making progress as quickly as you hoped. GET SMART A way to avoid being overwhelmed when...

Time is a precious commodity in the busyness of life, and making time to achieve fitness goals can be a challenge. This all-too-common challenge led to the creation of FitFlow, a revolutionary fitness app designed to transform your workout routine. FitFlow stands out in the crowded fitness tech...

The new year comes with a fresh start for all. From ridding unhealthy habits like late-night snacking or negative self-talk to setting a long-desired PR goal. It’s a time to incorporate some healthy habits to help you refocus and become a better version of yourself. Dr. Robin B, a Los...

Both the Internet and social media boast thousands of training programs, each promising the best results for anyone willing to fork over at least $5.99 or more a month. So, how do you choose the best for you? Information overload and agonizing over the choice may be holding you back from...

Jenn Aguirre is an NASM certified personal trainer with a passion for continued studies in pre and postnatal nutrition. She’s been a highly ranked coach wherever she has worked, and as if that were not impressive enough, this female bodybuilder from Long Island, NY, also won the first figure...

With more than 14 million “meal prep” hashtags on Instagram, you’ve most likely seen your fair share of images featuring rows of food-filled containers, lined up perfectly on the kitchen counter, followed by an abundance of meal prep tips and food prep-related hashtags, and with a swipe of a...

Stop losing gains because of alcohol. We all indulge in an adult beverage here and there. It’s just part of our routine. Whether it be a nice dinner with family, a night out with friends, or a casual drink to decompress from the day, alcohol is something we enjoy. But for those serious about...

Let’s face it, if you have the motivation to consistently train with a high intensity you’re setting yourself up for success. When you pursue anything in life you need to incentivize. Incentive is what motivates and gives you the enthusiasm to put the effort into reaching your goals. Without...

There are many days when I walk in the gym and I see the same people, doing the same exercises, with the same weights and they look the same as when they did months (or even years) before. It makes me wonder, “How can these people spend so much time in the gym and not be making any strength...

There are many days when I walk in the gym and I see the same people, doing the same exercises, with the same weights and they look the same as when they did months (or even years) before. It makes me wonder, “How can these people spend so much time in the gym and not be making any strength...

Have you been a regular at the gym for at least six months and haven’t made any real gains in size, strength, or performance? It could be your workout program preventing you from achieving your best results. Read on to see if it’s time to give your training routine the axe. 1. Your Workout Has...

Ever feel the rush of motivation after you set a new goal? No matter how lofty, new goals often come with an overwhelming sense that you can take on the world. You’re refreshed and committed, ready to tackle anything that gets in your way! And then… life happens. Your motivation comes...

Setting goals is the first step in accomplishing any major task. However, depending on what type of goals you set, you could already be setting yourself up for disappointment. Here are a few things I like to keep in mind when setting fitness (or really, any) goals. Reach your goals with these...

So you are ready to take that leap. Today is the day you are ready for the new you. You have used the slogan "I will start on Monday" one too many times, and for whatever the reason, you made the decision that today is game time. No more waiting until Monday; it starts right now! It makes no...

Setting goals is the first step in accomplishing any major task. However, depending on what type of goals you set, you could already be setting yourself up for disappointment. Here are a few things I like to keep in mind when setting fitness (or really, any) goals. Reach your goals with these...

Everywhere I look, I see training information geared towards the hardcore. There’s nothing wrong with this – we all need motivation. The problem comes when examining the population of people who are actually reading and taking this information to heart. 9 times out of 10, they’re novice...

Living a fitness-based lifestyle can be incredible. There are many people that can attest to this. Sometimes life gets in the way, and an extended absence from the gym or weight room is necessary. Injuries, illness, business, or burnout could all be factors that result in us taking time to...

How to Start Eating Healthy (And Actually Stick to It) written by JAMES CLEAR HEALTHY EATING MINIMALISM Most people would like to eat healthy on a consistent basis. And even if you already eat healthy most of the time, it's likely that you could do a better job of staying on target. The benefits...