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What to Wear to the Gym Whether you’re getting ready to make working out part of your life, or you’re simply looking to upgrade your current athletic attire, you might be wondering what to wear to the gym. No matter the activity, your clothes should help you accomplish your goals—not get in the way of…

As a certified fitness coach, I’ve encountered this question frequently: Should I adjust my eating habits on days I’m not working out? The answer depends on your fitness goals, energy needs, and personal preferences, but the principle is clear—your nutrition should always support your overall well-being and performance. In this post, we’ll explore whether and…

Yes, you can do cardio on rest days, although this does depend on your overall goals. Light cardio sessions on your non-weight lifting days can actually speed up the recovery process. However, super-intense cardio may actually impact your ability to lift weights the next time you’re in the gym. An example of the difference would…

I’ve made quite a bit of progress this last week. I now seldom have the sciatica pain down my leg. There is still some soreness in the left hip and S.I. joint but at least the nerve is not being squished. My easy rides are up to an hour, which is plenty enough for relaxation….

Whether it’s included in your pre-workout drink or you supplement with it separately, beta-alanine is a good addition to any roster of performance supplements. But in order to derive all its benefits, it’s important to know how much beta-alanine to take. If you’re serious about getting fit, a growing body of research shows that bolstering…

It’s been a while since I’ve felt this uncomfortable. I had an empty afternoon last week and saw Speak No Evil (​trailer here​), a horror/suspense film about a family who goes to visit another couple they met on vacation. And shockingly, things don’t go as expected. If you saw the ​“Dinner Party” episode of The…

Are you a HUGE Fall girlie like me??? If you are, then I know you LOVE Pumpkin Spice Lattes. Unfortunately, what usually comes with the sweet delicious pumpkin spice taste, also comes boat loads of sugar, calories, and things that just aren’t good for you.  Now I know you might be saying but it’s just…

How to Use Resistance Bands One of the most inconspicuous workout supports you’ll find among fitness devotees, resistance bands pack a surprising punch.  As highly portable space-savers, resistance bands can be a breeze to store in your gym bag—and a beast to use while you train. Whether you want to increase total-body strength or take…

While there’s more to getting to peak performance and physical fitness than working out, the work you put in at the gym is only half the battle. Post-workout recovery is a huge part of how well you do at achieving those fitness goals. Proper rest, good food, and fluids can help a ton if you’re…

You shouldn’t have to buy new clothes specifically for bulking. Realistically, lean bulking takes a lot of time, and when done correctly you’re unlikely to add more than 2-3lbs of muscle mass per month. Most people should be able to fit comfortably into the same clothes with a 10lb muscle gain. However, if you are…

It’s been a bit over a week since I posted about my setback when I got overconfident and started exercising too much. This time I’ve been more careful coming back. I’m now about back to where I was before the setback. This time I will be much more careful not to overdo. I can ride…

If you’ve ever experienced a quick surge and subsequent crash after consuming sugary foods, you have a basic understanding of glucose spikes. But the acute effects from a momentary surge in blood sugar are minor compared with the potential cumulative harm of chronic, or ongoing, spikes in glucose to hormonal balance and overall health. And,…