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Billy's Story: Taking Control of My Own Health
There are plenty of reasons to commit to a workout routine, whether it's the desire to lose a few pounds or feel better about the clothes you wear. But for Billy Brennan, 54, jumping into fitness meant making a commitment Read more
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Eccentric Training
Most lifters don't think about the actual names of the techniques they are performing; they just want get to the gym, pump some weights, feel good and get out. We tend to use simple terms like push, pull, curl, etc. Read more
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Burpees for Beginners
Burpees are like broccoli: You know they're good for you, but you still don't like them. Many people dislike burpees for the very reason they are such an effective exercise — They can be really difficult. They are a cardiovascular, Read more
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New Year's Pasta Primavera
As much as I want to deny it, my children have pretty basic palettes and are not too adventurous in what they will eat. Butter noodles are always high on their list as a crowd pleaser. I think every mom knows that all kids will eat this Read more
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Find Your Stride: A Closer Look at the New BowFlex T6 Treadmill
If you’ve been thinking about investing in a treadmill to support your running goals, the BowFlex T6 Treadmill deserves a spot at the top of your list. Read more
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Fit Tip: Improve Your Flexibility With This Simple Workout
For my 40th birthday I decided to throw caution to the wind and take a pole fitness dance class, something way, way, way outside of my comfort zone. While I definitely won’t quit my day job, pole dancing Read more
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The Ultimate Avocado Toast
I love eggs in any form, honestly, and luckily so do my children. This recipe came to be after Easter Sunday when I had a ton of leftover hard boiled eggs that I wanted to use up but in a new healthier way. The bacon Read more
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Dumbbells vs. The Gym
I first started working out with weights when I was barely a teenager, lifting at home down in my basement. I put together my own "home gym," a few sets of weights and a bench, and it was all I Read more
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Product Spotlight: BowFlex Xtreme 2 SE Home Gym
Looking to upgrade your home gym this year? The BowFlex Xtreme 2 SE Home Gym is an all-in-one home fitness machine that lets you perform over 70 strength-building exercises – no need for multiple pieces of equipment. Read more
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Our Favorite Bodyweight Exercises
True long-term success in fitness comes from variation, performing a wide variety of moves and exercise modalities. This is especially true when it comes to strength training. While there are a seemingly infinite number of articles that debate which type Read more
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Good Guacamole
Happy National Guacamole Day! If you can’t tell, my family loves avocados, so much so we celebrate all and any holidays in their honor. Read more
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Oven Roasted Squash
Like many people did during the quarantine, I decided to pick up a new hobby to stay busy. I decided to garden, as that already tied into my love of cooking and having fresh ingredients from my own yard Read more