FITNESS ARTICLES

Stress is an unavoidable part of life. When you are stressed, your heart and breathing rate increase, and so too does your blood pressure. Your body releases lots of glucose and adrenaline, and you...

Military basic training varies from branch to branch, but the aim of what is commonly called bootcamp is the same: to start your transition from civilian to member of the armed services.   Bootcamp...

Fasting typically involves abstinence from food. People fast for various reasons, including weight loss, religion, and detoxification. Some authorities also believe that nutritional fasting can slo...

There is no denying the physical benefits of intense, regular exercise. Pushing your body to the limit week after week and month after month will strip fat, build muscle, and develop unstoppable en...

I’m a big fan of the Terminator movies and find the whole concept of time travel fascinating. I mean, who WOULDN’T want to go back to the past and tell themselves what mistakes to avoid and opportu...

Are you feeling run down and sore? Are you struggling to make gains in the gym? If so, it might be time for a rest week. When it comes to exercise, many people think that more is always better. Thi...

If you're serious about weight training, then you know that sleep is just as important as the time you spend in the gym. A lack of sleep can actually hinder your results and make it difficult for y...

Do you ever feel really sore after a workout? Like, so sore that you can hardly move? For years, the fitness community - even credible scientists - blamed lactic acid buildup. Lactic acid is a natu...

Do you like to enjoy a cold one after a long day or during celebrations with friends? But maybe you feel guilty because you don’t want to ruin all your hard work at the gym? If so, you’re not alone...