What is stretching exactly? A lot of people stretch out of habit before a workout. However, very few stop and think about what the Hell they’re actually doing. Well, there are two types of stretching. One is dynamic stretching and the other is static stretching. We’ll find out, not all stretching is created equal. Key […]
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Is Walking Exercise?
Is walking really exercise? The short answer is NO. Walking is transportation. Very slow, but convenient (and free) transportation. Unfortunately, many doctors recommend a “brisk” walk for exercise or weight loss. In fact, even NYC recommends walking for health and weight loss. Before you get the wrong idea here, I’m not bashing walking. Walking is […]
How to use Lifting Straps
Lifting straps aren’t always necessary. For most beginners in the gym, your default grip is strong enough to handle most pulling exercises. Later on down the line however, once you start getting stronger, your grip may fail way before your bigger muscle groups begin to. In that case, you can use lifting straps to make sure […]
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Low Carb Recipe: Spaghetti Squash
Spaghetti Squash is a very creative low carb recipe. Pasta is garbage, but there’s no denying that it taste good. Shiritaki noodles are a good substitute, but they’re not for everyone. My aunt thought I was feeding her rubber bands when I made shiritaki alfredo…….. Spaghetti squash however, has a softer texture and requires less […]
Easy Beef Bone Broth Recipe
Beef bone broth is very easy to make and extremely healthy. The bodies mineral management undergoes changes as a person begins to eat healthier. Most dieters neglect the importance of minerals during this period. Bone broth is probably the single multi-mineral source. One cup a day is usually sufficient to keep you in check. Bone Broth […]
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Free Weights vs Machines
Free weights vs machines has been a battle waged between gyms and gym rats alike. Machines have been slammed and bashed for so many years. Free-weights have been deemed dangerous and are generally avoided by most beginners. Let’s go over the pros, cons and myths of free weights vs machines. Free Weights vs Machines “Nevertheless, […]
Cardio vs Weight Training
Cardio vs weight training has been the age long debate among health nuts for since the 70’s (or even earlier). When it comes to cardio vs weight training, most people are referring to jogging/biking/swimming vs lifting barbells and a leg press. There are different types of cardio and weight training, but we’re going to keep it simple. We […]
