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SWEAT App Review 2024: Revisiting the App 5 Years Later
Ever since I first tried the Kayla Itsines HIIT Program (formerly known as Bikini Body Guide) back in 2018, the SWEAT app has quickly become one of my go-to fitness and workout apps. With a vacation on the horizon and swimsuit season just around the corner, I thought it would of course be the perfect time to revisit the app…
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The 9 Best Exercise Mats for Hardwood Floors in 2024
Exercising at home has become increasingly popular, especially with hectic schedules and the need for convenience. Having a comfortable and safe space to sweat it out is essential for any home gym, and an exercise mat is a key cornerstone for this setup. However, not all exercise mats are the same, and finding the right fit for your hardwood floors…
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Walkingpad C2 Review 2024: Honest Thoughts After Using it Daily for Two Months
As someone who works from home and refuses to set foot in the gym, I have to get creative about how to stay fit and active. With the coming winter and all the snow, it’s been hard fitting in my daily lunchtime walks, and so I decided to look into getting a desk treadmill so I could get my steps…
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How Many Minutes of Yoga a Day To Lose Weight: What You Need to Know
Weight loss can be a challenging journey, but did you know studies indicate yoga can play a significant role in shedding those extra pounds? With the right style, duration, and poses, yoga can be a game-changer in your weight loss efforts. Here, I’ll break down how many minutes of yoga a day to lose weight effectively, different styles of yoga…
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BetterMe Review 2023: Does This Pilates App Live Up to the Hype?
For the past two years, I’ve been dealing with the challenge of finding exercises that don’t trigger my migraines—a personal hurdle I’ve had to clear time and time again. This is why I recently regained interest in Pilates, a low-impact workout that promises to tone you up and complement other exercises like yoga. I was already a yoga enthusiast, but…
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How Often Should You Do Yoga as a Beginner? A Comprehensive Guide to Building a Sustainable Yoga Practice
So, you’ve made the pledge to start doing yoga consistently. (Congratulations!) The mat is unrolled, the YouTube tutorials are bookmarked, but one question looms large: How often should you do yoga as a beginner? As a general rule, practicing yoga 2-4 times per week is recommended for beginners. This frequency allows you to experience the benefits of yoga, such as…
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The 7 Best Yoga Mats Overall – My Top Picks for 2023
Let’s be honest—juggling work, family, and social life leaves little time for exercise, let alone actually making it to the gym. But here’s the good news: You don’t need to step out of your home to get fit. All you really need is a quality yoga mat to transform any corner of your home into your personal yoga studio or…
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Egg Weights Review: Are These Compact Hand Weights Worth the Price Tag?
For a while now, I’ve been wanting to add a little oomph to my low-impact workouts like yoga, pilates, and daily power walks. You know, so I could burn a few extra calories and build arm strength without going into full-on beast mode (which I used to love but can no longer do because of chronic migraines.) But I don’t…
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The Best Time to Do Yoga for Weight Loss: Does When You Perform Yoga Affect Your Progress?
You’ve likely heard that yoga can be an effective way to lose weight, but you might be wondering, “What is the best time to do yoga for weight loss?” At least, I know this was a question I used to ponder myself. In short, the best time to do yoga for weight loss is the time that you can consistently…
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Lasta App Review: The App That Helped Me Get My Health Back on Track
It was good timing when the team at Lasta reached out and introduced me to their health-tracking app. I jumped on board right away. Why? Because I was in dire need of a new, effective way to track my fasts, which I was doing to complement my keto diet—a diet I started following about five weeks ago to help manage…