Why do so many of us carry belly fat? The answer involves your metabolism. In this article, we explain why and give you actionable tips to keep the fat away.
Category: Fitness
Does Having More Muscle Really Increase Your Metabolism?
Does adding a pound of muscle increase your metabolism? Yes, but not by as much as you’d like. Here’s how adding muscle affects you.
6 Science-Backed Fitness Motivation Tips That Really Work
To jumpstart your fitness motivation, use these science-backed tips to help jumpstart action. They are not an endless well of fuel, but they will provide the kick in the ass to get you going — and then the rest is up to you.
Periodization: How to figure out the right workout for you
Shredding fat and building muscle is a byproduct of adaptation—but too much adaptation means you won’t change. It’s about working that thin line between challenging your body and burning them out. Between getting stronger and plateauing.
The best trainers find that line by using periodization: systematically programming workout routines over the long term through a variety of daily, weekly, monthly, and yearly cycles.
The Fitness Not To Do List
Picking the right plan is less about finding “the one approach that works” and more about finding “the right approach for you.” It’s a lot easier to accomplish if you avoid all of the garbage information that will lead you farther from your goals.
8 Lessons From Arnold Schwarzenegger For Personal Success
The way Arnold approaches situations, obstacles, and challenges is a masterclass in mental preparation, visualization, maximum effort, and mastery. Learn his 8 lessons for success from this exclusive interview with Adam Bornstein.
5 Ways To Fix Your Deadlift
If you want to see benefits — much like any other exercise — you need to master the movement. The deadlift is not a dangerous exercise, but the key to its safety is making sure you set-up your body the correct way before you pull the weight.
The Mystery of Squat Form: How Low Should You Go, Really?
Perhaps no exercise topic is more debated than proper squat form. How low should you squat? Turns out the answer is more complex—and personal—than most people will admit. And it all starts with a simple test. Here’s a guide to finding the right squat position for your body.
The Fastest Way to Do More Pushups
What is real strength? Try this bodyweight test, analyze your score, and learn how to do more pushups with a simple 4-week program.
Beware of the Next Trend
There are many factors that contribute to poor health — food hyper-palatability, high-stress lifestyles, and confusing misinformation — are all near the top of the list. But on a purely social level, the desire to chase the next trend is a big part of the problem.
The 6 Principles of Muscle Growth
Muscle growth requires checking several boxes — with both nutrition and training — to help your body break down muscle tissue and build it back. If you’re looking to add more muscles, here are the principles you must master.
5-Minute Finishers: How To Speed Progress
No matter the skill—torching body fat, improving flexibility, or increasing muscle size— you’re going to have to put in the repetitions. Lucky for us, this process can be accomplished by adding 5-minute finishers—simple workout circuits—to the end of your program.