What to do when weight loss stalls While it may be disheartening to see the needle on the scale stuck in one spot (or even creep up), don't give up on your weight-loss goals just yet. Here are 12 ways Dr. Nabil Tariq, weight loss surgeon at Houston Methodist, recommends fighting back when your weight loss stalls: Forget the crash diets While it may be tempting to try … [Read more...]
Top 23 Metabolism Boosting Foods You Must Add To Your Diet
Certain foods contain specific nutrients that help to speed up the body's metabolism. Metabolism is the rate at which the body burns calories and carries out other processes. If people can increase their metabolism, they may be able to get rid of extra weight and lower their chance of obesity and other related health problems. Below are 23 of the best foods that help … [Read more...]
16 Ways to Speed-Heal Your Gut
If you are not seeing results from healthy eating and exercise, it may be due to your gut. Your microbiome may be unbalanced if you have trillions of bacteria in your gut. The microbes in your gut influence your weight and overall health more than you realize. Vincent Pedre, MD, claims that the condition and health of your gut has a lot to do with migraines, allergies, … [Read more...]
20-Minute Workouts That Are Worth Your Time
A workout that only takes 20 minutes is appealing because it doesn't take up a lot of time. This type of workout can be done during a lunch break and still leaves time to spare. You can have an impactful workout in 20 minutes—as long as you’re doing it right. We asked Marvin Burton, a master trainer we spoke to through Anytime Fitness, if it was really possible to do much … [Read more...]
19 Simple and Effective Ways to Relieve Stress
An important part of managing stress is having coping mechanisms in place to help you deal with stressful situations. Whether it's taking a few deep breaths, going for a walk, or listening to soothing music, finding what works for you and incorporating it into your life can make a big difference. There is no one-size-fits-all option when it comes to stress relief, however what works … [Read more...]
How Does Lifting Weights Impact Your Joints?
The belief that weightlifting damages joints is widespread but mistaken. In fact, research indicates that lifting weights and engaging in strength training can actually help to strengthen your joints, in addition to your muscles and bones. Studies have shown that, over the long term, weightlifting can lead to decreased pain levels, even for people with arthritis. Some soreness … [Read more...]
11 Reasons You’re Not Losing Weight
The following text discusses some of the common reasons people have trouble losing weight, and provides solutions for each problem. Your gut health is interfering New research shows that the microbiome may be important for weight and health. A review of studies found that people who took probiotics or prebiotics (which encourage the growth of good bacteria) had a lower … [Read more...]
13 Ways You Might Be Sabotaging Your Fitness Routine
We look in the mirror and think, “Ugh, I’m still so fat,” and so we punish ourselves with a low-carb diet and a 5 a.m. WOD. We've all had the thought that we could be happier if we just changed our physical appearance or were able to do something physically difficult. We set goals and work hard for a short period of time, but then we often give up. We look in the mirror and … [Read more...]
19 Proven Tips to Maximize Muscle Recovery
Many people see post-workout recovery as something they will do if they have time, according to Amoila Cesar, a NASM-certified personal trainer, and BeachBody super trainer. He says that this is unfortunate because post-workout recovery is essential for optimizing your results and reducing your risk of injury. Some people think that they need to buy lots ofexpensive … [Read more...]
15 Best Habits for Rapid Weight Loss
Although there are many quick-fix solutions to weight loss, the most effective way to lose weight and keep it off is to modify your diet and lifestyle. This means making healthier choices and being more active. In addition to promoting healthy and sustainable weight loss, there are some easy steps you can take to improve your overall health. Start strength training Training … [Read more...]