diet divulgence: intermittent fasting
Your diet will define your progress. This is true no matter what else you do. So, naturally, we must examine diet trendS, and determine whether it's something that can genuinely help shape your best self, or whether it's a useless fad or trick of psychology. How does intermittent fasting work? Intermittent fasting is the practice of drastically restricting caloric intake (in other words, eating way less) - for large chunks of your day/week. Researchers have been examining the use of intermittent fasting as a tool for weight loss for over a century,
Balancing Fitness and a Hectic NYC Lifestyle: 10 Tips for Busy Professionals
Living the fast-paced life of New York City often means juggling multiple responsibilities, tight schedules, and the constant buzz of the city that never sleeps. In the midst of this hustle, maintaining a consistent fitness routine might seem like a challenge. However, with the right strategies and mindset, you can strike a harmonious balance between your demanding career and your commitment to fitness. Here are 10 invaluable tips to help busy professionals navigate this delicate balance in the heart of the Big Apple. 1. Prioritize and Schedule Your Workouts Just as you
Fix Your Fundamentals: Essential Lifts 101: The Squat
Our bodies are made to squat. It’s a foundational movement - one of the most basic functional movements, and therefore one of the most effective and imperative to perfect and to train consistently. Even a simple bodyweight squat trains just about every muscle in the core and lower body. But it goes beyond that, - the squat puts to work just about every body part from head to toe. It's an incredible compound movement that builds muscle, burns calories and fat, boosts protection from injury, improves athleticism, mobility, and posture The squat
Fix Your Fundamentals : Essential Lifts 101 – The Overhead Press
The basic rundown on the overhead press, why you need it in your workout, how to execute it correctly, and how to avoid and fix mistakes. And some history for good measure!
If carbs are for energy – how well can you run without them?
We know that carbohydrates are essential, that our bodies draw on glycogen reserves for exercise, but diets for years have had people swearing off them. So carbohydrates are your body's preferred energy source, but quite a few trending diets in recent years have prescribed low to no carbs. How does that work? Can the body run efficiently on other energy sources? Yes, it is possible for the body to run without carbohydrates as its primary energy source. When engaging in any physical activity, your body typically uses a combination of carbohydrates
The Indispensable Guide: How an Effective Personal Trainer Helps You Achieve Your Goals
Embarking on a fitness journey can be both exciting and challenging. While many individuals start with high motivation, staying committed and achieving their goals can be a different story. This is where an effective personal trainer becomes a game-changer. Beyond just showing you how to perform exercises correctly, a personal trainer brings a wealth of expertise and support that is hard to replicate when going solo. In this article, we will explore the ways an effective personal trainer can help you reach your goals that cannot be achieved alone. Personalized Training
Unveiling Muscle Definition: The Science and Techniques for Sculpting Striking Deltoids
Muscle definition, often referred to as "muscle tone" or "muscular definition," is the process of enhancing the visibility and prominence of muscles by reducing body fat and developing muscle size. Among the most visually impressive muscles are the deltoids, located in the shoulders. Achieving well-defined deltoids requires a combination of proper training, nutrition, and dedication. In this article, we delve into the science behind muscle definition and explore the best techniques and exercises to achieve striking deltoid definition. The Science of Muscle Definition Muscle definition is primarily a product of two factors:
Unraveling the Mystery of Muscular Definition: Techniques and Exercises for Impressive Arm Definition
Muscular definition is a goal many fitness enthusiasts aspire to achieve, as it represents the pinnacle of physical fitness and dedication to one's health. The process of developing well-defined arms, in particular, involves a combination of factors, including muscle growth and fat reduction. In this article, we explore the science behind muscular definition, as well as the best techniques and exercises to achieve impressive arm definition. The Science of Muscular Definition Muscular definition, also known as muscle tone or muscle definition, is the result of two fundamental processes: hypertrophy and fat loss. Hypertrophy:
caffeine has these effects on your workout
Caffeine is one of the most commonly consumed substances in the world, with millions of people relying on it for a quick energy boost to help them power through the day. But caffeine can also have a significant impact on your workout nutrition. Optimizing the diet to support your fitness goals is imperative. So whether you're trying to build muscle, lose weight, or just maintain a healthy lifestyle, your diet can have a significant impact on your overall results. And when it comes to caffeine, the effects can be both positive
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How To Eat Before, After And In-Between Workouts: Basic Nutrition Guidelines To Maximize Your Results
In future installments, we'll get deeper into what's most healthy to eat, and we'll lengthen the list of what you should avoid. We'll go into grams per kilogram for your macros, and all those fun intricacies. Let's start with the basics though - you can go a long way just by understanding these simple concepts and taking them into account when you decide what to eat throughout your day. IMPORTANCE OF NUTRITION You can go crazy in the gym, but what you eat before, during, and after your workout will be the difference
Finding the best split for you. Or: So which days are leg days? Part 1
A significant portion of our job in personal fitness involves knowing the best split to use for each individual’s goals and availability. So this is will be the beginning of an ongoing series where we evaluate every credible split out there, compare different splits, and seek definitive answers as to what is best for who. Our next installments will compare more splits that don't get the same spotlight as these but can be very effective. And will expand on these to include implementation, sample workouts, and more. What is a split? What's your
Why You Need To Learn The Goblet Squat Now
Part of our ongoing series on the endless sea of squat variations: Of all the seemingly endless variations of the squat, the goblet squat holds a special place for us. Squats are a staple exercise in any workout. From bodyweight squats to standard barbell squats, and a seemingly endless list of variations in between, you can find a squat for almost any purpose or setting. The squat is one of the most fundamental and functional exercises, and it can help you towards whatever goals you may have. Of that list of variations, the