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How to Reduce the Effects of Sitting All Day – Whether You’re at Home or at Work
Not all that long ago, I was wrapping up a busy workday at home where I had more or less been glued to the screen for eight hours. When I stood up, I felt a sharp pain in my mid-back. Although it caught me by surprise, it shouldn’t have; I’d been sitting all day and my back was paying the…
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Lumen Metabolism Tracker Review: Can This Device Really Help You Train Your Body to Burn More Fat?
One thing that’s always been a source of frustration for me is not really knowing what’s going on in my body. I might think I’m doing all the right things to optimize my health and fitness, but how do I actually know if it’s working? That’s why my interest was immediately piqued when I first heard about the Lumen Metabolism…
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Honest Gorilla Mat Review: Does It Stand Up to High Impact Exercise?
Before we dig into this Gorilla Mat review, I have a confession to make: One of the reasons I’m obsessed with working out from home is that I’m cheap. I don’t want to spend a ton of money on an expensive gym membership, and my home workout gear is limited to an exercise mat and a few sets of dumbbells. …
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FitOn Review: Is This Free App Too Good to Be True?
I think most people will agree that the old adage “you get what you pay for” is mostly true. And never am I more suspicious of a product’s value than when it’s being offered for free. You ask yourself, why is it free? Is it just not that good? That’s why when I first heard about FitOn, a fitness app…
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How to Calculate Calories for Your Weight Loss Goal (Free Calculator)
It’s no secret that when it comes to weight loss, it really boils down to calories in, calories out. Yes, the quality of your calories matter when it comes to your health, body composition, and metabolism, but speaking from a strictly mathematical perspective, a calorie is a calorie. You may also already know that 3500 calories equals roughly 1 pound.…
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Daily Burn Review – Combining Fitness and Community
Most of the time, I am happy to work out on my own. I can go at my own pace and challenge myself without having to worry about what anyone else is doing. But once in a while, I wish I could work out with a group of people for the social aspect of it. And group workouts, well… There’s…
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How to Lose Weight Without Cardio – 6 Strategies that Actually Work
Cardio. Some people love it, others hate it. But if you’re here reading this right now, you’re probably in the latter party. I get it. Cardio has some serious downsides. For one thing, cardio sessions take forever. Not everyone has time to spend 30-60 minutes on a spin bike every day. It can also be a bit boring for some…
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Best Barre Workout at Home: My Review of The Dailey Method
I have been curious about barre and pilates for ages, but just never got around to trying it out because I didn’t know where to find a good class that I could do from home. That’s why I was so excited when I was asked to try out The Dailey Method’s online barre classes, so I could get a taste…
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How to Burn 1000 Calories a Day (Even if You Have a Desk Job)
When it comes to fitness, calories matter. A lot. How many you burn and how many you consume will determine your weight, while the kind of calories you consume and the kind of exercise you do will determine your body composition. But the truth is, most of us don’t burn enough calories on any given day without putting in a…
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Calisthenics Ab Workouts at Home for a Killer Core
Ab workouts are my favorite. There’s just nothing like the feeling of burning abs. Plus, having a strong core helps you in all other areas of fitness! But they can be a tricky area to zone in on, especially if you’re not a fan of the gym. That’s why home calisthenics ab workouts are my favorite for targeting those hard-to-reach…
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