Wednesday 9 December 2015

Reasons Why Men Should Practice Yoga



Yoga cultivates health and wellbeing (physical, emotional, mental and social) through the regular practice of a range of many different techniques, including postures and movement, breath awareness and breathing exercises, relaxation and concentration, self-inquiry and meditation.

Sunday 6 December 2015

BEST MOVES FOR A BIGGER, STRONGER BACK



In this article, I will explain how to train your back properly using “athletic bodybuilding” methods. This will help you build lean, ripped, usable muscle! If you want to still move around easily and swiftly like an athlete while also building tons of muscle, this is it!

Tuesday 1 December 2015

What to eat before and After workout





Pay attention to your body and if you feel change in your energy level then make sure you eat something small within an hour of your workout.

Saturday 10 October 2015

Today's Spotlight Lazar Angelov



Before becoming a bodybuilder and a personal trainer, Lazar Angelov played professional basketball for 10 years.

Friday 9 October 2015

10 Mental Rules Fit Women Live By..



10 Mental Rules Fit Women Live By
Attitude plays a big part to whether you thrive with your fitness goals or you fail.

Here are 10 mental rules that fit women follow that helps them continue being successful in their fitness journey.

Wednesday 7 October 2015

The Best Exercise Routine for Lower Back Pain

The Best Exercise Routine for Lower Back Pain

Regular exercise is the best way to prevent lower back pain, but you shouldn't exercise while you have severe back pain, according to "Low Back Pain," a report by The Merck Manuals Online Medical Library. After your pain has become less intense, an exercise routine of two muscle-strengthening and three stretching exercises is the best way to help prevent lower back pain from flaring up again or becoming chronic, according to the report.


Tuesday 6 October 2015

10 Workout Moves You're Probably Doing Wrong (And How to Fix Them)

10 Workout Moves You're Probably Doing Wrong (And How to Fix Them)
You don’t have to hire a personal trainer to start a new exercise program, but it’s important to realize that there is a science to each of your favorite strength-training moves. As a trainer, I see many people depend on their own knowledge and very few professional resources to guide them, and these are the most common mistakes I’ve watched people make. When performing these 10 strength-training exercises, the main thing to keep in mind is that the beginning of all movement starts with the core. By engaging your core, these exercises can be executed with more stabilization, power and strength.

Monday 5 October 2015

Do Crunches Help to Flatten Your Stomach?




 Abdominal exercises such as traditional crunches can help you flatten your stomach by tightening your muscles. However,

Sunday 4 October 2015

The "Hurt So Good" Workout

SUPERSET 3b: Single-Arm Dumbbell Press

If you’re looking for maximal results in minimal time, weightlifting is your best option. Strength training improves

Foods That Flatten Your Stomach



No foods can flatten your stomach on their own, but certain foods within a balanced diet can make shedding excess abdominal fat easier.

Sunday 20 September 2015

Fruits That Naturally Whiten Your Teeth



A bright smile not only looks great, it could improve your chances at landing a girlfrined, a new job and of course lot of kisses.

Thursday 17 September 2015

4 Super-Effective Biceps Exercises That Aren't Curls


 
Dumbbell curls, incline curls, cable curls, preacher curls, barbell curls most guys biceps workouts are pretty redundant, boring, and, most important, ineffective.

Thursday 10 September 2015

Does Running Give You Abs?


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As you go on for your routine morning promenade, it certainly will not take long for you to notice people jogging along the road.

Tuesday 8 September 2015

Foods That Look Like Body Parts They're Good For


You are what you eat." But there may be a closer resemblance between good-for-you grub and your body than you thought. Here are 10 foods that mirror the body parts they provide nutrients for

Sunday 6 September 2015

Learn How Cashew Nuts Can Help You Lose Weight

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Saw this interesting article and felt like sharing it with you guys enjoy.


Yes, cashew nuts are calorie dense but a whole lot of people are unaware of how calorie dense food such as cashew nuts can be helpful in their weight loss therapy.  

Tuesday 1 September 2015

What Is a Normal Body Fat Percentage?


You look down at your stomach and give it a pinch. You think to yourself, I wonder what my body fat percentage is, and I wonder if it’s normal.

Monday 31 August 2015

10 Ways You CAN Exercise At Home without Any Equipment



Wouldn’t it be wonderful to be able to afford all of that fancy equipment used in the gyms?  Well, as nice as it sounds, it just isn’t an option for most people.  And since exercise is so important, you need to find exercises that are effective and don’t require any equipment at all.

Easy Ways to Start Exercising

 

 

How much exercise do you need?

Exercising moderately for 30 minutes, five times a week is one of the best things you can do for your physical and mental health. Can’t find 30 minutes in your busy schedule?

The key to successful, healthy weight loss.

 


Successfully managing your weight comes down to a simple equation: If you eat more calories than you burn, you gain weight. And if you eat fewer calories than you burn, you lose weight. Sounds easy, right? Then why is losing weight so hard?

Saturday 29 August 2015

10 Simple Ways to Lose Weight With Nigerian Food



Things You Should Never Do During a Workout

 



Hanging out on the equipment.
This is one of the biggest no-no's, especially when the gym is busy! Completing your set, and then instead of briefly stretching and continuing on, sitting on the machine during your rest time! Please keep in mind, that if you're resting for more than 30 seconds and there are others waiting to get on that machine, either finish up or let them work in with you on the machine.


Today's Spotlight Shaun T



Shaun T grew up in New Jersey, receiving a BS in Sports Science with a minor in Theater and Dance from Rowan University. After graduating, Shaun T entered the corporate world as a health and fitness specialist/personal trainer and earned a position as the health program manager at one of the world’s largest pharmaceutical companies Wyeth. With a passion for helping people improve their lives mentally through physical triumphs, Shaun T branched out into commercial fitness and dance, working with companies like Equinox and other health chains, as well as fitness personalities, such as assisting Kathy Smith in the development and choreography for Project: You

Super Woman Kate Henshaw

 
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Nollywood actress and fitness icon, Kate Henshaw is one of the few nollywoood actress who knows how to stay in shape and workout her entire body. Mummy kate is one tough cookie to crack as she always share her workout routines as well as her meals online with her fans. you can check out her loads of pictures and videos on instagram on how to do it like her. For all the women in Nigeria looking to shape up you can follow her on instagram (k8henshaw) and see more her videos.

Stretch Your Way to Muscle Gain

Stretching is a vital part of any fitness program and can make or break your muscle-building potential.