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How to Stay Lean Over the Winter

Winter Causes Our Bodies to Retain More Fat The holiday season is officially here, which means the days are much shorter and far colder. Thanksgiving and Christmas are two holidays that can wreak havoc on your dieting, as well. These are two days that put…

Staying Healthy This Thanksgiving

The days have gotten shorter. The weather has gotten colder. We have officially entered the start of the holiday season. With Halloween already out of the way, the next holiday on the way is Thanksgiving. Thanksgiving is a time to get together with friends and…

How to Break Through Your Fitness Plateau

Though Frustrating, Fitness Plateaus Can Be Overcome We have all been there before. We are constantly in the gym, eating right, and lifting weights, crushing your healthy lifestyle. However, as time passes, you notice that you aren’t making the gains like you used to. The…

The Importance of Breathing When Lifting Weights

The vast majority of people go to the gym to push themselves. Often, they have a fitness goal they wish to reach and are set on reaching it. When you’re in the gym lifting weights, there is so much to focus on. You want to…

Family Health & Fitness Day USA is September 28th

Being healthy and active should be a priority for every family member. Everyone from parents and children should make a concerted effort to improve their health. Even the American government has recognized this fact. That is why the Health Information Resource Center created Family Health…

Benefits of Exercising for Your Mental Health

Most people are well aware of the many health benefits that come with exercising. Weight loss, lower blood pressure, increased energy, slimmer build, and reduced risk of diabetes are some of the few benefits. However, many people are less aware of how beneficial to your…

Common Fitness Myths

The internet is full of information that can help you reach your fitness goals. While there is a wealth of helpful knowledge out there, there is just as much misinformation. Fitness myths can be found everywhere and not just online. Many gym buffs spread misinformation…

5 Things to Consider When Buying a Gym Membership

If you have finally decided it is time for you to commit to a gym membership, then you have taken a step in the right direction towards your fitness goals! However, before you actually put pen to paper on your new membership, you should first…

The Benefits of Pre-Workout Supplements

For many people in the world of fitness, there will be days when you wake up full of energy and ready to hit the gym with everything you’ve got. Then there are days when you feel sluggish, and your body just doesn’t seem to have…

How to Get That Summer Body

Spring has officially started which means summer is only a few short months away. If you are like us, you probably gained a few extra pounds during the winter months. This is natural and typical for most people due to the nature of the cold…

Healthy Ways to Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day

In just under a week, the country will begin celebrating St. Patrick’s Day. This Irish holiday celebrates the Irish patron saint of the same name and is celebrated by those of Irish ancestry. St. Patrick’s Day is an extremely festive holiday, boasting a wide array…

Why Fad Diets Don’t Work, And What to Do Instead

When it comes to weight loss, many people struggle to shed those extra pounds and on top of that keeping it off. Some will go to extreme lengths to get the results they want as fast as they can. This impatience has led many to…