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Fasting, both prolonged and intermittent fasting, has gained great popularity in the last decade for its numerous health benefits. However, while it’s a great tool for weight loss, the health benefits of fasting extend beyond weight loss. Several studies show that fasting can help prevent non-communicable diseases such as cancer, hypertension, and diabetes. In fact, there are studies that show that it can reverse type 2 diabetes and hypertension. However, […]
It’s no secret that squatting with resistance bands is one of the most convenient and affordable ways to builds strength and muscle. However, while squats are the go-to exercise for the glutes and surrounding muscles, many people don’t find generic squats challenging enough. Therefore, using resistance bands can give you the challenge you yearn to boost the efficacy of squat exercises. In this guide, we’ll delve into 9 ways to […]
Although you only get one set of shoulders, if you’re not cautious, you can batter them during your workouts without realizing it. Luckily, you don’t have to resign yourself to this fate. Shoulder tweaks and injuries are a commonality in the fitness world, but a wealth of them can be prevented with a smart shoulder warm up that focuses on the health of one of the most delicate and versatile […]
It’s no secret that amino acids are the building blocks of the body. A great example is the highly essential L-Carnitine. Although it’s naturally produced in the body, you can consume it as a supplement. However, the wealth of information regarding amino acids and supplementation can have you engulfed in a wave of confusion, wondering how to make sense of it all. Fortunately, this guide explores everything you need to […]
On a diet? Started counting your daily calorie input? We salute that. Healthy eating habits are the way to a healthy and fit body. Whether you are doing it to complement your workouts, lose weight, or provide your body with balanced nutrition, it’s important to know how to measure your caloric intake.
The global pandemic—and the quarantine lockdowns that followed—flipped the day-to-day routines so many of us relied on to stay healthy. That’s why a lot of people have started looking into how they could bring a gym experience into their home.
Exercising with medicine balls can bring scores of benefits. They can make simple exercises more challenging (and thus more rewarding)—engaging the whole body while increasing power and agility.
Let’s face it. Understanding how much water you need to drink can breed confusion. If you ask 10 people, you’ll get 10 different answers on the amount of water you require every day. So, as you follow a ketosis diet, a safe bet would be opting for more water than less. The rule of thumb is to consume at least half of your body weight in ounces of water per […]
Are you looking to shed those extra fats around your belly healthily and safely? If you are on a keto diet, you must have probably heard about MCT oil for boosting the weight loss process. While MCT oil can be a fantastic addition to your keto diet regimen and also for your overall weight loss journey, finding one that suits you best can be tricky. But don’t worry, today we’re […]
When you want to build muscle, professionals recommend that you have creatine on your list of supplements. The most common creatine is monohydrate. However, creatine has many types. Two types of creatine we will focus on in this article are creatine monohydrate and HCL. But which is better for gains between creatine monohydrate vs HCL? That’s what we will find out. What Is Creatine? Scientifically, creatine has a similar structure […]
