Can You Burn Fat by Weight Training?
Weight training is an excellent way to build muscle and increase strength, but is it possible to lose fat through weight training? The short answer is — absolutely. A proper weight training routine burns a significant amount of calories, increases your non-exercise activity thermogenesis (NEAT), and targets fat stores in your body. If you want […]
How Boot Camp Workouts Differ from Traditional Gyms
Originally Published October 2024 – Updated March 2026 Getting in shape isn’t always the hard part. Sometimes figuring out how to do it is. There are a ton of options to choose from. Should you join a traditional gym and build your own routine? Or is a structured boot camp workout the better path? Over […]
How to Manage Cravings and Stay on Track With Your Fitness Goals
Let’s face the facts — food cravings are an unavoidable part of life. It’s a given that you’ll run into those moments where all you want is a cheeseburger with fries from your local burger joint, a massive slice of chocolate cake, or an entire large pizza. And guess what? It’s okay to give into […]
How to Balance Fitness and Nutrition During the Holidays
There’s one thing we could all use more of during the holidays — balance. Shopping for presents, cooking indulgent meals (especially desserts), and spending time with family are essential to the holiday season. When you pile work on top of that, your time disappears in the blink of an eye. With the holidays approaching, it’s […]
The Risks Associated With A Sedentary Lifestyle
Most of us spend a lot of our day sitting down — either at home or at work. According to a recent American Heart Association (AHA) study, 80% of American workers sit for their jobs. This increase in sedentary time can have significant consequences if you’re not careful, including a higher risk of chronic diseases […]
How To Workout Your Pushing Muscles
People take different roads when choosing how to workout to achieve their fitness goals. Some choose a whole-body approach that targets your major muscle groups to achieve a leaner look. In contrast, others target smaller muscle groups that work together to build their ideal body without reaching complete exhaustion. While both strategies have benefits, working […]
How To Workout Your Pulling Muscles
Working out particular muscle groups on different days is an excellent strategy to avoid excess fatigue and keep your muscles fresh. Some people divide their workouts by body parts, like arms, legs, back, and core, while others separate their workouts by the muscle group’s function, like the push and pull muscles. Opting to target functional […]
How To Stay Injury-Free During Bootcamp Workouts
Here’s a hard truth: soreness and discomfort are good signs that you’re progressing on your fitness journey. Muscle soreness after a workout indicates that you have pushed your limits and are building strength. However, working yourself too hard during exercise can cause pain beyond healthy soreness. Exercise injuries are a possibility, especially if you are […]
What Are Cardio Zones?
You’ve probably heard about cardio zones if you own a wearable smart tech like an Apple Watch or Fitbit. On your device, each zone has your heart rate labeled next to a colored bar that indicates the intensity of your workouts. A blue bar labeled “Zone 1” might measure heart rates up to 136 BPM, […]
What to Expect After Your First Workout?
It’s no secret that regular physical activity is necessary for maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Positive effects of working out include fewer health risks leading to chronic diseases like heart disease and type 2 diabetes, better weight management, and an improved mood with less anxiety. These benefits are all fantastic reasons to make exercise a habit. […]