There's no getting around it: for most of you (as you've told us time and time again), the desire for a flat, toned stomach is real, and many exercisers crank up their tummy exercises - cue sit-ups galore - in a bid to achieve the fit-body Shangri-La. But that plan, isn't the most effective. Sigh. When…
We all have that friend, the one who eats only mac ‘n’ cheese and cookies, does zero physical activity, yet still fits into jeans from high school. While you sweat through regular workouts and take the time and effort to cook and eat healthy meals, that “skinny fat” guy or girl stays thin seemingly without trying. But…
A hot cup of cappuccino is a favourite pick-me-up for many. Its smoky aroma and the carefully set foam on the brink of the cup call out for a quick sip that makes you feel instantly energized and charged up. As a coffeelover, you may think you know everything about it but that may not be the case.…
When someone mentions cardio, you may think "necessary evil," but take a step back and withhold judgment for just a moment. As reluctant as you might be to hop on that treadmill—worried it'll be boring or that it'll zap your gains—give cardio a chance. When properly paired with weight training, a good cardio plan will…
Wondering how to lose weight while you sleep? It's possible—we swear! Bedtime Slim-Down Tricks Generally, losing weight feels like a lot of work. To slim down, you have to come up with an exercise plan, revamp your diet, and even be mindful of your stress levels. (After all, Body Fat Can Trigger a Stress-Weight Gain Cycle.)…
The right balance of fat and muscle in your thighs can make you look really attractive in any outfit – be it an A-line skirt or a pair of boyfriend jeans. But you don’t have to have skinny thighs for that. Your thighs can look toned and sexy if you do the right exercises. Doing…
Stretch marks Stretch marks, also called striae, happen when your skin changes shape rapidly due to growth or weight gain. They aren’t a sign that anything is wrong with your health. Both men and women can get stretch marks. Pregnancy and puberty are the two most common times in life to get stretch marks. At first, a stretch mark…
Consuming certain foods can lead to a reduction in body fat. When a person adds these fat-burning foods to the diet, they can burn fat and lose weight over time. Such fat-burning foods include eggs, nuts, and oily fish. The term "fat-burning foods" may apply to those that produce fat loss by stimulating metabolism, reducing…
Your 10 Minutes No-Equipment, Full Body Workout When life gets busy, it can put a strain on your fitness — driving to the gym, working out for an hour and driving back home just isn’t possible. Instead of skipping exercise altogether, take just 10 minutes out of your day to do an effective workout and…
Why is it that men quit drinking soda for a week and—PRESTO!—it looks like they've dropped 10 pounds. Not fair, right? But do they really have an advantage in the weight loss department, or is it just an optical illusion? Turns out, it's a little of both. We dug through the research and questioned the experts to bring you…
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