All articles in: Fitness Journal

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Ab Myths That Are Probably Ruining Your Progress

Everyone has abs, but they are often hidden under a pesky, sometimes dangerous, layer of body fat. However, there is not a singular way to... Read More

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7 Tips to Burn More Calories After Your Workout

With the ever-increasing mountain of responsibilities that we all have, getting everything done in a day can seem like an impossible task.... Read More

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Is It More Difficult to Lose Weight When You Are Short?

Losing weight is difficult for most people, but some may have it harder due to a variety of factors, such as age, activity level, starting... Read More

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10 Fall Fitness Tips

Every year people sit around on New Year’s Eve talking about their resolution to finally get in shape and take their health seriously.... Read More

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Outdoor Workouts to Burn Fat and Build Muscle

With the weather slowly changing, you may want to fit in a few more outdoor workouts before the ground freezes over and the cool air nips... Read More

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15 Ways to Stay Motivated in Weight Loss

Weight loss is a goal for many, but it often becomes a frustrating journey. Holding on to motivation throughout the duration of a weight... Read More

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How to Find (And Train In) Your Personal Heart-Rate Zones

Heart rate training is becoming increasingly common. Workouts based on heart rate, like HIIT programs, are the go-to sessions for many... Read More

Get the Best Fitness Results This Fall

Forget New Year’s, experts say the end of summer and start of fall may be the best time to start a new fitness routine. In the Midwest,... Read More

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Is It Possible to Do Too Many Butt Exercises?

If you have scrolled through Instagram in the past few years you may have noticed that butts are having their moment in society. Not only... Read More

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5 Times Sore Muscles Are a Bad Thing

We all know the feeling of waking up the morning after a particularly brutal workout only to find walking is hardly an option. Soreness can... Read More

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Do More Reps in Less Time to Yield the Best Results

Could using time as a measure of progression instead of reps lead to more muscle gains? It is very possible that it does. When measuring... Read More

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The Secret to Strength Workouts

Strength training can be incredibly intimidating if you are typically confined to the cardio section of the gym. Cardio is, of course, an... Read More

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10 Tips For Staying Fit While Traveling

Summer is a season of endless road trips and travels around the country and world, and with traveling comes overindulging and straying away... Read More

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3 Reasons Exercising is so Important

Regular exercise will improve every facet of your life, from aesthetics to improved mental health. With seemingly limitless benefits,... Read More

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The Ageless Weight-Loss Method That Actually Works

It can be easy to gravitate to the latest weight loss trends that are promoted endlessly on social media, magazines, and television. But... Read More

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How To Train Like A Bodybuilder

Building muscle is not as easy as going to the gym and picking up a heavy weight repeatedly, it is a science, and overlooking a certain... Read More

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7 Workouts That Don’t Feel Like Exercise

You can find a workout hidden in a lot of fun activities, and what is better than exercising without realizing it? Some of the best... Read More

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9 Common Summer Workout Mistakes You May Be Making

As the weather heats up, exercising outside seems like the perfect opportunity to work up a sweat while not wasting precious good weather.... Read More

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The Benefits of Working Out With a Crowd

You probably find yourself squeezing in a few extra reps or hitting that six a.m. class more often when you are working out with a friend... Read More

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How to Maximize Your Cardio

Hopping on the treadmill or hitting the pavement to run or walk is a go-to exercise if you are training for a race or just want to hit your... Read More

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Common Foam Rolling Mistakes You Are Probably Making

Whether you just completed a brutal HIIT class or just broke your max lift, your muscles are going to be sore after an intense workout. If... Read More

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The Best Way to See Results, According to Our Experts

Everyone engaging in regular exercise wants to burn fat, build lean muscle and improve their fitness, but every once in a while, despite... Read More

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The Perfect Pre-Summer Workout

Summer is quickly approaching, which means it is almost swimsuit season. Are you entering summer feeling the most confident version of... Read More

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8 Reasons You Should Be Working Out Regularly

Working out does more than tone your body and increase your self-confidence. It has numerous internal benefits that can transform your life... Read More

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A Perfectly Balanced Week of Workouts

Everyone knows how important exercise is, with better quality sleep, boosts in brain power, increased levels of happiness, and lowered risk... Read More

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Is Cycling Really That Effective?

This is the perfect time of year to consider giving the treadmill a break and trying something with a few more wheels. Established in 1956,... Read More

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Crunched for time? Try These Machines

The majority of machines at the gym are designed to target specific muscles. Every machine is effective in its own way, depending on the... Read More

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Why a Spin Class Should be Your Next Workout

Cycling is an activity that is typically enjoyed outdoors. But, if you live in an area where cycling is not accessible or safe, or the... Read More

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3 Exercises That Will Transform Your Mental Health

With Mental Health Awareness Month upon us, it is essential to acknowledge the invisible diseases that affect so many around the world.... Read More

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8 Exercises to Relieve Stress Fast

Exercise is one of the fastest ways to relieve stress, especially when it is combined with mindful breathing techniques. The best part... Read More