It's true that stretching is neither glamorous nor hardcore, and it probably won't give you the same rush that a run or HIIT class will. It is uncomfortable and it takes time, so people don’t like to do it. However, you can’t just do strength training and cardio without putting yourself at risk for injury and pain. Love to work out, but never
When you started the journey into motherhood, you didn’t realize just how busy life was going to get. These days, carving out some “me time” is almost impossible, let alone making it to the gym. If you’ve ever wondered how you can get in better shape without spending too much time working out, we’ve got some solutions for you. We’ve all experienced
When it comes to marquee moves, none grant you bigger bragging rights than the pull-up. Many people, even strong athletes, think it’s impossible to master. When they finally get there, it's like earning a badge of honor. Yes, there’s the pride. But the exercise is also worth building up to for its physical benefits: It engages the core, quads, glutes, and
Just like you shouldn't eat the same foods at every meal, you shouldn't do the same old lunges every time you work out. Sure, they're convenient and easy, but so is fast food—and you know that doesn't do your body any favours. So the next time you hit the gym, try these! Basic lunges aren't bad for your butt and thighs,
You either love them or you love to hate them (we're talking about burpees), and most people fall into that latter camp. But before you go writing off burpees altogether, try this workout and decide for yourself. The burpee is one of my favorite full-body movements there is when it comes to kinesthetic awareness, basic strength, and cardiovascular output. When
Sure, if you want to lose weight you need a diet that works for you (and, your lifestyle) and regular bouts of exercise. But that doesn't mean you need to be going all-out every single day with sweat-dripping cardio or heavy weight-lifting to see results. Research shows that yoga can help in a weight-loss routine because it can boost flexibility, increase mental focus, and yes, burn fat. If you're just
There are plenty of good reasons to complete your weekly allotment of chest exercises, only some of which relate to your aspirations of being a Multi-Plate Bench Press Guy: The chest is composed of some of the largest muscles in your body, and even when you're not in the gym, you use them all the time. Pushing open a door? Picking up
Looking for more ways to work your thighs than endless squat and lunge variations? It’s your lucky day. While you may already know spot toning doesn’t really work, you can turn to certain moves that target your inner and outer thighs for some extra TLC. These creative moves, work your thighs in ways you didn’t know were possible. (But don’t psych yourself out—while they may
A lot of us see time, money, and space as an obstacle to getting in a workout. But bodyweight training is cheap, and you really don't need much room. With these bodyweight leg exercises, in particular, you can also sidestep injury by strengthening typically weaker muscle groups, like the hamstrings and glutes. While strength training might sound synonymous with lifting
The best dumbbell shoulder workout includes more than just the typical overhead press—it also includes moves that work the sides and back of your shoulders, too. n order to keep your joints stable, you need strength in all of the muscles that surround them. That’s why it’s important to train both the front of your body (with “pushing” movements, like
