Don’t Overthink These Things When You’re Getting Into Fitness

Don’t Overthink These Things When You’re Getting Into Fitness

Photo: fizkes (Shutterstock) There’s a lot of conflicting information out there about fitness, which isn’t all that surprising when you think about how it means different things to different people. Some people train for competitions, while others exercise to stay healthy. Some people love cardio and others prefer to lift weights all day. This variety … Read more

Hula Hooping for Fitness Is a Thing (and Why You Should Try It)

Hula Hooping for Fitness Is a Thing (and Why You Should Try It)

Photo: yellowj (Shutterstock) You may know how to hula hoop like a proBut did you know you can put those skills to work as part of the latest social media fitness craze? This week, pop sensation Lizzo went viral on Tik Tok for reacting as a duet to a video of one of their fans … Read more

What Are ‘Active Recovery Days’ (and How Can You Make the Most of Them)?

What Are ‘Active Recovery Days’ (and How Can You Make the Most of Them)?

Photo: pixel capture (Shutterstock) If you’re just starting an exercise program, you know you can’t push yourself every day. It is generally recommended to take a day off between intense workouts to reduce fatigue and give your muscles time to recover. However, not every recovery day requires complete rest.. If the idea of ​​a completely … Read more

What It Actually Means to ‘Tone’ Your Muscles

What It Actually Means to ‘Tone’ Your Muscles

Photo: BearPictures (Shutterstock) The word “toning” is something of a joke in many fitness circles, because it’s a word used when people mean other things. Sometimes it’s a code word for being skinny, like when someone might promise you that a workout will tone your muscles instead of making you bulky. Other times it’s a … Read more

The Difference Between Pushing Yourself and Overtraining Syndrome

The Difference Between Pushing Yourself and Overtraining Syndrome

Photo: lzf (Shutterstock) As a marathon runner, I know what it’s like to push your body to the limit. I know the desire to go the extra mile when you’re feeling strong, or to do one last long run before a big race. I also know what it’s like to narrowly avoid exhaustion and serious … Read more

How (and Why) to Exercise When You’re High, According to Reddit

How (and Why) to Exercise When You’re High, According to Reddit

There are some classic activities that go well with marijuana: watching funny movies, listening to music, raiding the kitchen. But let’s not forget that it’s also possible to run or stretch while high, if you do it responsibly. Why You Should (Maybe) Try Exercising While High As one redditor said in a thread on running … Read more

Are Expensive Eggs Actually ‘Better’ for You?

Are Expensive Eggs Actually ‘Better’ for You?

Photo: Tetiana_Didenko (Shutterstock) EITHERf all foods I buy regularly, the price of eggs vary more. They can cost two dollars for 18 or seven whole American dollars for a dozen—a fairly large discrepancy for a fairly basic food. Egg cartons have a lot of words printed everywhere, and the presence of Some It seems to … Read more

Why Your Home Gym Needs Adjustable Kettlebells

Why Your Home Gym Needs Adjustable Kettlebells

Photo: Beth Skwarecki If you have little space or can’t afford an entire kettlebell collection, a good quality adjustable kettlebell is one of the best investments you can make for in-strength training at home. I have two Titan adjustable competition hoods, which can be as light as 12 kilos (26 pounds) or as heavy as … Read more