An effective fitness plan needs to include weights and a commitment to strength training. It doesn’t mean you have to pump 50-pound dumbbells or spending your whole trip to the gym on the weight machines, but it does mean some investment of time and energy in using weights.
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Exercise is something we hear a lot about from medical professionals and the media, but how much of it is true? Let’s take a look at 14 common (and potentially dangerous) misconceptions about exercise.
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The plank can also be considered an exercise that engages multiple muscles—including the shoulders, triceps, biceps, forearms, back, hammies, and even the glutes—if you choose to mix these plank variations into your workout routine.
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Our bodies are coursing with hormones, and those hormones are responsible for some of the most essential functions in the body, including puberty, sleep, stress levels, mood, sex drive, weight, appetite, and more. However, certain seemingly innocent habits can wreak havoc on your hormones and those vital physical and mental functions.
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We get many questions from moms-to-be asking whether or not it’s safe for them to continue to exercise. While now is not the time to begin a new exercise regimen if you’ve never exercised before, staying fit and active can help many aspects of the process, from supporting better sleep to helping expectant moms develop strength and stamina […]
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There are some major benefits that come from exercising in the morning. Here are six reasons why Sarah works out before her kids get up in the morning.
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