To attain the lean, tight midsection, you must progressively make your abs stronger, burn the flab hiding them and dial in your diet. This programme will help you do that. The training regimen is broken down into three four-week phases. In Phase 1, you create the basic foundation that lets you proceed to more advanced routines in Phases 2 and 3. And as you progressively
Did you know up to 40 percent of men older than 45 are affected by low testosterone, and low testosterone also plays a role in the increasing hormonal imbalance epidemic among women and men? Unfortunately, low testosterone is a major issue for many people. Most people know testosterone as the “manly” hormone associated with strength and sex drive. Testosterone is
Having trouble sleeping? You’re not alone – and it could be costing you more than just a restless night and sleepy day, people with insomnia are much more likely to experience associated health problems such as anxiety, depression, diabetes, and congestive heart failure. But don’t despair – a good night’s sleep really is within reach. A pre-bedtime yoga for sleep
Summer may be over, but abs never go out of style. You’re lean, but you’re not ripped. Don’t panic. You’re not doomed to a life of soft abs. Just when you thought there was nothing else you could do, you’ve stumbled upon this page. If your chicken-and-broccoli game is strong, you eat every three to four hours like clockwork, and protein powder
Healthy fats provide a wide array of health benefits, up to and including more efficient fat loss. We need adequate fat to support metabolism, cell signalling, the health of various body tissues, immunity, hormone production, and the absorption of many nutrients (such as vitamins A and D). They help reduce inflammation in the body, improve brain and eye function, and
If you don't like vegetables or are just looking for creative ideas to add more vegetables to your day (including breakfast!) you're in the right place. Most of us don't get enough vegetables. For most vegetables, 1 cup is a serving. For raw, leafy vegetables like salad greens, it's 2 cups. Vegetables are a great source of healthy nutrients like
When it comes to pre-workout and post-workout nutrition, it's all about timing, carbs and protein -- for vegans and non-vegans alike. The wrong timing can lead to delayed recovery, compromised results and stomach upset during training, while proper timing and food help you perform at your best. When it comes to building muscle and strength, getting enough protein is as fundamental
Lower back pain affects about 80% of the population at some point. It’s the third most common reason to see a doctor and the second leading cause of missing work—only the common cold beats it! Back pain can stem from a long list of causes: sprains and strains on one end, herniated discs and fractures on the other. Less serious—and
You plan every training session; what areas of the body you want to focus on, the exercises you’re going to do and your reps and sets. But do you put the same effort into the one thing that could make or break your workout? Stretches are essential pre-workout, and dynamic stretches are key to priming your body for the work that's
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