Category: Fitness

Long-Distance Walking Is Accessible and Low-Intens...

Low-impact workouts are making a comeback after many years of a HIIT-focused fitness industry.

Brittany Mahomes Isn’t Wrong: A Weak Pelvic Floor ...

Here's why, and how to make sure your pelvic floor stays strong.

How to Do Crow Pose In Yoga Without Falling on You...

It's time to embrace balance.

What Your Body Is Telling You When You’re Super Ex...

“Vitamin D-rich foods like fatty fish, egg yolks, mushrooms, and fortified foods may directly and indirectly regulate sleep."

Merrell’s Celeb-Approved Sneakers Are the Lowest P...

This is your sign to go take a hike… or just rock the 'gorpcore' trend.

Revamping my first ever romper to create the Super...

Hey guys! Over two years ago I designed my first romper! It was cute but…people weren’t really into it. SO I went back to the draw...

The Blogilates March 2024 Workout Calendar!!

Grab your March 2024 Workout Calendar here!

High Protein Edible Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough

12 grams of protein per serving!

A going out jacket, but make it comfy

But seriously though. Most of my going out jackets (leather jackets) are so restrictive, so I wanted to create the ultimate, super...

Dairy-Free Items at Trader Joe’s That Are Actually...

Recently, a friend needed to go dairy-free and reached out to see if I could help. It’s a frustrating transition, even though ther...

Gut Health: Understanding Your Digestive Ecosystem

The concept of gut health encompasses the effective functioning and overall condition of your gastrointestinal system. It stretche...

Dawn Phenomenon: Identifying and Managing Symptoms

When managing diabetes, it is ideal to maintain morning blood glucose levels between 70 and 99 milligrams per deciliter (mg/dL). H...

Somogyi Effect: Navigating Blood Sugar Swings in D...

Navigating the complexities of managing diabetes introduces us to various phenomena that directly impact blood glucose levels. Amo...

Hyperthyroidism: Triggers, Signs, Therapies, and W...

Hyperthyroidism is a condition where the thyroid gland, a small butterfly-shaped organ in your neck, works overtime. It floods you...

How to Reduce Triglycerides: A Comprehensive Guide

Triglycerides, a crucial fat in your bloodstream, serve as an essential energy source for the body. Yet, when their levels rise to...

7 Exercises To Get Rid Of Cellulite On Thighs & Bu...

These seven exercises to get rid of cellulite will help firm and tone the common dimpled and lumpy texture found around your thigh...

14 Signs of Vitamin D Deficiency & Best Treatments

These 14 signs of vitamin D deficiency might seem common, but the health conditions they can lead to may surprise you. Learn the s...

The 8 Best Leg Stretches For Tight Leg Muscles (20...

Tight leg muscles can be a pain, especially if you like to stay active. Fortunately, there are plenty of stretches you can do to e...

9 Magnesium Deficiency Symptoms & How to Treat It

Spot the signs of magnesium deficiency and learn effective treatments to rebalance your wellbeing. Expert advice for boosting your...

Easy Shredded Chicken Recipes With A Healthy Twist

Discover nutritious and delicious healthy shredded chicken recipes perfect for easy meals. Quick to make, these dishes are guarant...

I Used The New Smart Ring Designed For Women For 1...

My honest review of the Evie ring.

57 Things To Talk About With Your Partner For A De...

You can never go wrong with asking about someone's day.

What Your Zodiac Sign Needs To Know For This Month...

It's in the sign of Pisces.

After A Devastating Injury, These "Mental PT" Prac...

In 2016, I fell out of a raft and badly injured my leg.

The Beauty Ingredient That May Trigger A Recall Fo...

The need-to-knows.

What are Macros — And Are They the Key to Weight L...

What are macros? While you might have a pretty good idea, you may not know just how important protein, fat, and carbohydrates are ...

The Secret to Making a Workout Plan for Real Stren...

The key to building your perfect strength-training program is about personalization and dedication — plus one secret tool that can...

Recipe: Easy Herb-Baked Salmon

When it comes to healthy protein, salmon is a top pick time after time thanks to the healthy omega-3 fatty acids and light, flaky ...

Recipe: High-Protein Breakfast Pizza

Start your day in a delicious way with this protein-packed breakfast pizza, featuring eggs, cheese, and bacon crumbles. The post ...

How to Increase Bench Press Weight: The Secret to ...

If you’ve hit a workout plateau or you want a new fitness goal, you’re going to want to try this workout with exercises to increas...

Healthy Trader Joe’s Shopping List

Sharing some of my favorite healthy products from Trader Joe’s! Hi friends! How are ya? I hope you’re having an amazing day! I hav...

the best shower water filter

Sharing my review of the Canopy shower filter. You can check it out here and use the code FITNESSISTA15 for 15% off site wide! Hi ...

155: Is Ozempic worth the risk?

Talking about a huge topic today – is Ozempic worth the risk? I’m sharing my thoughts as an Integrative Health Practitioner and Wo...

Organifi green juice vs. Athletic Greens (AG1)

Sharing a full blog post showcasing the differences between Organifi green juice and AG1 and how I use them in my routine.  Hi fri...

Friday Faves 3.7

Hi friends! Happy Friday! I hope you’ve had a wonderful week. We are 100% in chaos and construction mode over here, but I’m so exc...

Transparent Labs BCAA Glutamine Review (2024): The...

Transparent Labs is renowned for its commitment to high-quality products, avoiding questionable ingredients like dyes, artificial ...

Assault Fitness AssaultBike Pro X Review (2024): A...

The Assault Bike ProX is one of the best cardio machines currently offered, as it provides a full-body, low-impact workout that ca...

13 Best Exercise Bikes for Home Gyms (2024)

Out of all the cardio machines on the market, exercise bikes offer the best calorie burn in the smallest space possible. Certain b...

XWERKS Motion BCAA Review (2024): A Registered Die...

Your gym bag is probably packed with some of the best supplements for building muscle, including protein powder, creatine, and pre...

NBA Star Jonathan Kuminga Is Learning Practice and...

Jonathan Kuminga is enjoying every opportunity he gets this season to energize the Bay Area crowd. Ever since his first appearance...

‘Rep Like Reacher’ with Alan Ritchson’s Full-Body ...

Prime Video’s hit series Reacher is back for Season 2, and that means more of the big man, Alan Ritchson, on our screens. In order...

This ‘Beautiful Color’ Shampoo Keeps My Mature Hai...

That's gotta be a record.

An Astrologer Reveals Your Lucky ‘Power Color’ for...

Your star-sanctioned shade also takes into account your sign's horoscope for the year.

Did You Know That Cardio Uses 3 Different Energy S...

Time to take cardio days to the next level.

5 Weightlifting Exercises for Beginners To Ease In...

So you can build a solid foundation.

Here’s Why Press-Ons Might Leave Dents In Your Nai...

Plus, how to avoid them.

The 11 Best Longevity Tips We’ve Heard All Year, F...

Straight from the mindbodygreen podcast

Stop Setting New Year's Resolutions & Do This Inst...

You don't have to change your life in one day.

The Year's Final Full Moon Is Coming Up—Here's Wha...

It's in the sign of Cancer.

Soft Launch Your Body Back Into The Gym With These...

Your body will thank you.

A New Study Is Challenging The 5 Love Languages—He...

Do you know your love language?

Friday Faves 12.22

Hi friends! Happy holly jolly weekend to ya. What are you up to? We are baking cookies, cleaning, and getting the last bit of holi...

have yourself a merry little Christmas

Hi friends! I hope that you have a wonderful day, and a very Merry Christmas to my friends who are celebrating today. Wishing you ...

If You’re Playing Basketball, Here’s Why You need ...

If you have ever watched a basketball pickup game or a college or NBA game, it is easy to marvel at the players’ athleticism as th...

The 10 Best Ways to Boost Your Fiber Intake

While most fitness-minded guys obsess about protein, we ignore fiber—at our peril. Eating enough roughage is incredibly important....

Lillipad Founder Colin Dowdle Shares Why Home Offi...

Considering the amount of time that millions of us spend at our desks each day, it’s surprising how little thought most of us put ...

Everyone’s Favorite ‘Ugly’ Sandals Just Got a Cozy...

Step into snuggles.

These Are the Only 6 Products You Need To Pull off...

Time to shop for the most important person on your list. (It's you.)

6 Products That Will Make Your Drugstore Shopping ...

Make a difference with your purchase.

’90s Claw Clips Are Back With a Vengeance, and the...

Fashion and fitness are colliding in the latest iteration of the trend.

This Probiotic Strain Is Linked To Faster Hair Gro...

Here's how to get such a stellar probiotic strain.

3 Tips To Address Dry & Wrinkly Patches On The Han...

It's time to up your hydration game.

3 Hair Oil Mistakes You Shouldn't Ignore For Healt...

Take it from a pro.

These 2 Zodiac Signs Can Be At Odds With Each Othe...

They make better friends than lovers.

This Health Factor Was Just Linked With A Higher M...

The good news is, it's avoidable.

Homemade Protein Ice Cream

Sharing a recipe for homemade protein ice cream that’s rich and delicious; the perfect healthy dessert or protein-packed snack! Hi...

147: Ditching the “all or nothing” mentality with ...

Today, I’m so excited to welcome Ali Shapiro to the podcast! Here’s what we talk about in today’s episode: – Her health and wellne...

I Have Infant Twins and a Dog, and Dyson’s New Wet...

It's a lifesaver.

I Tried This Luxury Dual-Stimulator Sex Toy and It...

"It was an intense orgasmic experience, and I didn't want it to end."

Why Eating a Banana a Day Can Make Bones Stronger,...

“Eating more potassium is associated with higher bone mineral density, which declines as we age."

How to Set Weight Loss Goals?

Losing weight is no walk in the park for anyone. It’s like this rollercoaster of challenges, from battling cravings to dealing wit...

Chill Factor Unleashed: Sport Cryo’s Revolution in...

In the fast-paced world of sports and fitness, where the pursuit of peak performance reigns supreme, Sport Cryo emerges as a game-...

Former NFL Star Jared Allen Has Turned His Athleti...

Jared Allen used the “Power of the Mullet” to become one of the NFL’s most charismatic athletes, but now the legendary defensive e...

Captain J. Russell Linderman Teaches Heroes to be ...

Many people are as well-known or better known for their nicknames than their birth names, Captain J. Russell Linderman is the Depu...

Understanding the Glycemic Index To Control Carbs

In the past, we categorized carbohydrates as either simple or complex, based on how quickly they metabolized and affected blood su...

5 Science-Backed Ways To Boost Immunity, According...

‘Tis the season of giving… germs and viruses, that is.

These 2 Zodiac Signs Will Have Their Lucky ‘Emeral...

And it’s all thanks to Jupiter taking a spin in both.

I Walked Miles in Rain and Freezing Temperatures i...

They are comfortable, functional, *and* attractive.

I Stopped Washing My Face 4 Years Ago, and My Dry ...

Turns out, ditching the cleanser was the best thing I could possibly do.

If You’re Secretly Scared To Try Contouring, Here ...

It's not as hard as it looks.

Feeling Like a 1950s Debutante Barbie

Hey guys! I really felt like a 1950s Debutante Barbie last night at the Asian American Awards Unforgettable Gala with my big tulle...

Boost Physical & Mental Health As You Age With Thi...

At only a couple of hours per week.

Where You Live Could Be Affecting Your Skin Sensit...

Time to touch grass for the sake of your skin barrier.

Is "Emotional Caffeine" The Secret To Lifelong Hap...

And it's as easy as pouring yourself a cup of joe.

The 12 Best Fruits For Beating Sugar Cravings, Fro...

The right kind of sweet treat.

The Best Way To Ease Bloat & Soothe GI Upset After...

Fiber to the rescue!

Sakara January Reset details

Sharing the details about the Sakara January reset and what to expect.  Hi friends! How’s the week going for you? I’m definitely f...

Dave Asprey Shares How His ‘Biohacking’ Message ha...

Dave Asprey is known to millions around the world as the brains behind Bulletproof coffee and the forerunner of what we know as th...

March To More Legday Gains With This Challenging L...

When lunges are in your workout program, a sense of dread comes over you. No matter the variation, the lack of stability, the test...

6 Ways to Turn Your Fitness Obstacles to Your Adva...

Life is full of obstacles on the path to being physically active. As author Ryan Holiday highlights in his book, The Obstacle is t...

For the Sake of Your Heart Heart Health, It Really...

It turns out those moments of brief physical activity can pay off in big ways for your long term health.

Exactly What To Do After a Psoriasis Outbreak, Acc...

Plus, how to prevent it from flaring up in the future.

This ‘Skin Spatula’ Is *the* Most Satisfying Way T...

It's so gross but *so* fun.

Capricorn Season Is Giving CEO Energy—And We Could...

The determined, task-oriented sign is here to usher us into the new year.

3 Ways To Tell Your Insulated Water Bottle Needs T...

Here's how to know your ESWB is ready to be recycled.

Balancing Blood Sugar with Smart Carb Strategies

We’re all aware that carbs have the potential to spike your blood sugar levels, but what if I told you that making small changes t...

5 Anti-Inflammatory Foods To Eat For A Younger, He...

Step inside a nutritional psychiatrist's brain food kitchen.

Ready For Capricorn Season? Here Are The 5 Big Thi...

Mercury is still retrograde.

How Dust Mites Harm Your Health (Yikes) & How To G...

Breathe easy with these remediator tips.

The Future Of Facial Aging Is Here: What To Know

It's the last episode of Clean Beauty School of 2023! Tune in to hear about the future of aesthetics.

How A Clinical Psychologist Actually Takes Care Of...

Clients often ask me, as a clinical psychologist, how I actually care for my mental health.

Burn Calories in a Flash: HIIT Treadmill Workout

Pressed for time in the gym? This HIIT treadmill workout is made for you. Build endurance and burn major calories in just 24 minut...

Making Workouts Work For You: How To Modify 3 Comm...

One size doesn’t fit all when it comes to working out. Here’s how to modify your exercises to fit your needs without compromising ...

Winter Skincare Routine

Sharing an my current winter skincare routine, from luxurious moisturizers to exfoliating masks, using safer products. Hi friends!...

Whole Foods Red Lentil Dal Soup (copycat recipe)

Sharing my version of the amazing Whole Foods red lentil dal soup, which is one of my very favorites. It’s gluten-free, dairy free...

XWERKS Motion BCAA Review (2023): A Registered Die...

Your gym bag is probably packed with some of the best supplements for building muscle, including protein powder, creatine, and pre...

7 Healthy Foods that Will Help You Eat Better for ...

If you’ve been experiencing more pain at the supermarket checkout counter you’re not alone. Food prices for everything from cereal...

This Startup is Helping People Get a ‘Nose’ Ahead ...

As adults, we breathe somewhere in the region of 12 to 20 times per minute. It’s a task that we tend to fulfil unconsciously, and ...

Utah’s Evolution Fitness Named Gym of the Month

This is sponsored content. M&F is not endorsing the websites or products listed in this article. Gym Launch is about taking an ent...

New Year, New You: Unlock Your Potential with Thes...

It’s time for a new year, which means it’s time for a new batch of health-focused resolutions. Wait, though: Before you protest th...

Try this ‘Elite’ lower-body workout from AEW’s Cla...

It’s almost 10 years since Claudio Castagnoli (then known in WWE as Cesaro) began sharing his fitness tips with readers of Muscle ...

Actually, There’s One Key Problem for Your Mental ...

There's a more sustainable way to fill your cup.

Eating More Magnesium Can Boost Your Mood—Here’s W...

A serving of pumpkin seeds a day may help keep bad moods away.

Have ‘Off’ Hunger Cues? Here’s What To Do If Intui...

Four ways to deepen your trust muscle.

Wait, Why Am I Always So Tired on My Days Off?!

Turns out, sleep debt has compounding interest.

The ‘Big 4’ Health Benefits of Farro That Make Thi...

Something to chew on.

Get More Out Of Your Runs With These 12 adidas Run...

From challenges to live cheering: why adidas Running is the best running app!

Cheat Days & Cheat Meals: Are They Good for Weight...

Learn how often you can have cheat days – also known as refeed days – and the role they play in a healthy diet.

Running Cadence >> How to Adjust Your Steps per Mi...

Discover how running cadence and performance are connected and how to effectively adjust your own steps per minute.

6 Ways to Practice Mindful Eating During Race Seas...

Mindfulness when eating can help lower BMI, improve HDL cholesterol, and most importantly, help you manage your food obsession.

Does a Plant-Based Diet for Athletes Impact Perfor...

Can you perform at your best if you’re following a plant-based diet for athletes? Discover the pros and cons of a vegan athlete di...

How a 440-Pound Man Got His Life Back

Weighing in at 440 pounds, with a diagnosis of prediabetes and a 5XL shirt size, James knew he needed to make monumental lifestyle...

Food Tracking Helped Ansar Lose 14 Stone

Being overweight prevented Ansar from meaningful relationships and being healthy. See how MyFitnessPal helped him with 200-pound w...

“I’m Never Going Back”

“These New Habits Are Here To Stay”

Danielle lost 50 lbs with MyFitnessPal and gained the nutrition know-how and confidence to help others find success, too. The post...

Do Macros Matter or Should I Focus On Calories?

Yes, macros matter. The right balance of protein, carbohydrates, and fat supports body function and performance. But calories matt...

These flared leggings have sold out more times tha...

Hey guys! TRUST ME. You’ll understand once it’s on your body. I am so sorry these took forever to get back in stock but now they’r...