Let’s face it: Workout attire, especially the super-comfortable, easy-to-love (and wear 24/7) yoga pants, is pretty much the best clothing category ever created. It’s evident in the fact that athleisure — the act of wearing casual and comfortable clothing designed for exercise — has become a fashion trend in its own right.
Keeping fit isn’t easy. Despite how easy the media makes it seem, it takes time, commitment, effort, and discipline. While this does come easier to some people than others, it still takes work. It is important to make working out and exercising a part of your daily routine so that way, it’s like second nature and you just do it by habit.
Started a new class but haven’t seen progress? Have you reached a plateau and are no longer seeing results like you once were? This can be discouraging and frustrating, and many times can lead to poor decision making like crash dieting, dangerous workouts or giving up.
We all see the benefits of working out...we feel good, our clothes fit better, our skin looks better… But the workout itself is just part of the equation. What you do before and after your workout can affect your progress, your goals, and your overall health.
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The word “diet” has such a bad rap… and rightfully so. No one wants to starve themselves or cut out entire food groups just to lose a few pounds. Losing weight starts from creating lifestyle changes that are incorporated into your everyday life.
More and more people are discovering that the best way to get lean and fit is to build muscle because muscle equals tight, toned bodies! However, there are some major mistakes people make while they are trying to build muscle. If you are making these mistakes you are wasting precious time and energy for little to no results! So whether you are looking to get into bodybuilding, bikini competitions or just trying to lean up make sure you are not making these mistakes while you are trying to build muscle.
HIIT, or high-intensity interval training, workouts are some of the best ways to burn fat, improve muscle recruitment and enhance cardiovascular performance. But wait there’s more! Turns out HIIT workouts can also help boost a runner’s pace and stride. Basically, consistent HIIT training can help you run faster and take longer, more efficient steps. Here are some HIIT moves that are specifically designed to enhance performance in these areas and help build overall endurance.
Proprioception. A big word I wanted to throw in here to sound smart? Definitely not; this word is the difference between a functional life and deadly injury. Maybe you’ve heard of it, maybe not, but let me tell you that this big word is crucial for your longevity.
The internet is full and I mean FULL of information and so called “expert opinion” on fitness and exercise. With so much out there, how do you know what to believe? I personally follow what has been tested and proven in expert scientific studies, while also following what has worked personally for me and my clients… why would you believe anything else?
