Can Water Fasting Help with Weight Loss? Angry because you are on the losing side of negotiations with the bathroom scale? We have all been there! This is usually followed by an evaluation of lifestyle habits and some sort of bargaining. Naturally, our first line of defense is to blame the food as a culprit …
Certain types of fats boost lean muscle growth. It might sound counterintuitive but it’s a science backed fact and in this article we are going to figure out what delicious fats you need to eat to grow the muscle you have been dreaming of. As a reminder, effective hypertrophy (muscle gain) requires a balance between …
If you’re like most women, it’s something to count on once a month. Or, to be more specific, every 28 days. Your period. Between the menstrual cramps, the bloating, the mood swings and the general “Ehh…” feeling, you might feel more likely to camp out on the couch until Aunt Flo’s visit comes to an …
The quality and duration of your sleep are associated with increasing muscle mass and strength. Sleep is an important part of biological and mental regeneration processes. If you don’t get enough sleep, or better to say, if you don’t get enough restorative sleep you won’t be able to concentrate, socialize with people, have a quality …
Are you ready to discover the formula for losing fat and gaining muscle at the same time ? Wait, is it in fact possible? Good news! Recent research has proved it right. But be aware, it’s a tough path, not meant for those looking for a quick and easy fix. In this article we are …
In this article we will talk about the “Big M,” or also referred to by some women as “The Big Change” and the effects on body muscle mass as well as the best supplements to build muscle after menopause. Menopause is a phase in every woman’s life when the production of hormones start to decrease …
For a lot of women, commando appears to be en vogue, but, in particular, some of my gym girlfriends are choosing to workout without underwear. I’ve been hearing repeatedly from them “It’s more comfortable. Go Commando”. Even though it wasn’t the advice I’d sought, I can’t help considering ditching my underwear on the next workout. …
When I started CrossFit I didn’t care much about how many reps or how much weight I lifted in a workout. I was giving my best effort and that was good enough for me. During a workout, my main focus was on moving properly and not giving up. Honestly, at that time, the times, weights, …
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I live every day with fibromyalgia. It’s the headache that never goes away. It’s the pain in my shoulders that makes my left arm feel like it’s going to fall off. It’s the ache in my knees that no painkillers can ease, the cramp in my hands that makes it hard to hold a pen. …
When we talk about diets, we can go for hours. As CrossFit athletes concerned with our bodies and health, nutrition is a topic that has our full attention. We need the right fuel to power our training. Eating the right balance of carbs, protein and fat at the right time can help with our energy …
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