“What can I eat on the keto diet?!” When you nearly eliminate an entire macronutrient—in the case of keto, it’s carbohydrates—getting the right balance of nutrition becomes a bit more challenging. Folks who are interested in trying keto often wonder: Can I still eat vegetables? If so, which ones? Is fruit completely off-limits? What about…
Reviewed by Brian St. Pierre, MS, RD There are so many ways to track your nutritional intake. It can seem overwhelming to pick an (accurate) method that works for you. That’s why we’ve developed the hand portion method. It simplifies nutrition tracking in a way that’s accessible to anyone—and can suport any of your health…
I used to set several alarms each morning in order to drag myself out of bed so that I could get in a workout before I started work at 6 a.m. Prioritizing exercise before work sounds like a good idea, but to get in a workout and still be on time for work, I had…
I remember when I started lifting consistently and exceeding my expectations of what I could do. I started searching for other types of physical challenges, and contemplated the triathlon. Could I do it? Would I like it? Is it too much? How would it fit into my lifting? In wondering if the foray into this…
So, either you – or someone you love – loves chocolate. That’s no surprise. But what is surprising is that chocolate can actually be a health food. That’s right, we’ve written extensively about the benefits associated with eating chocolate. (Especially the kind that’s high in cocoa). Here’s a bit more about that: All About Chocolate…
For ages the great debate over protein has been how much protein do I need? There have been many knock-down, drag-out fights over how much is enough and how much is too much. In the red corner: the RDAs who recommend 0.36-0.8 grams of protein per pound of bodyweight (0.8 g/kg to 1.2-1.8 g/kg) in…
High-intensity interval training (HIIT) is a popular workout that originated in competitive endurance sports. HIIT couples bouts of all-out exertion with periods of rest for a fast and effective workout. Functional training workouts generally emphasize building strength and flexibility in all planes of movement to prevent injury and build practical fitness that helps you perform…
It’s crucial for runners to engage in some sort of cross-training or varied exercises, and cross circuit training can be a great fit for runners. Every year, 49 million Americans hit pavements and treadmills across the country. While running does offer numerous mental and physical health benefits, like any sport, it does come with risks….
If you’re a new mom, you’ve probably noticed your midsection looks different than it did before pregnancy. Maybe you have new stretch marks or lax skin, or perhaps people are still asking when your baby is due. Some women also notice a feeling of weakness in their abdominal wall or ab muscles, or see bulging…
Functional training prepares you for daily activities better than other forms of strength training, so you can keep moving, stay strong longer, and do the things you love. What is Functional Training? In many ways, the best functional training workouts deviate from the most prominent fitness trend: training for aesthetics. While there is nothing wrong…
