Squats are popular for a reason. No matter which variation you choose, they not only help build a stronger lower body, but also fire up your core and increase range of motion when performed correctly….
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Active movement of any kind will help you improve your fitness — whether you’re practicing yoga, sculling down a local river, or lifting the heaviest weights you can find. But if…
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As kids, we were mesmerized by ad campaigns for the latest, greatest — most sugary — breakfast cereals. Today, we know those processed, artificially dyed flakes and rings are to be avoided like homework. Ironically, we’ve been…
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Refined people tend to be complex individuals who are beneficial to have around. Refined carbs are exactly the opposite. Although carbohydrates are necessary for our bodies to function, there are healthy versions and those that are less healthy. Whole…
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You’ve probably heard a trainer say, “Don’t let your knees track over your toes.” It’s a common form cue during certain exercises, especially squats and lunges. But how crucial is it,…
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Want to get an effective leg workout at home, but don’t have any equipment? No sweat — if you’re ready to work out, you already have everything you need to perform these…
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As one of the three essential macronutrients — the others being protein and fat — carbohydrates are the body’s primary fuel source. But to many a dietary expert’s dismay, carbs have become the misunderstood middle child of nutrition. Popular…
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Feel the burn! It’s a common refrain in fitness — as ubiquitous as reminders to pay attention to your breath or engage your core. But what exactly is happening in your body…
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One of the hardest thing about counting macros is that nagging X factor: alcohol. When planning meals for the week, few of us account for the calories in alcohol from, say, afterwork beers or celebratory cocktails. But…
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So you’re considering cutting sugar from your diet, or maybe you’re already on your way. Either way, you’ve probably heard about some potential side effects of giving sugar the boot, like the dreaded sugar withdrawal. When cutting…
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