Groundnuts, part of the pea family and incredibly rich in protein, are a nutritional force to be reckoned with. These tasty nuts provide nourishment for not only humans but also animals. Furthermore, groundnuts are a great source of healthy fats, making them suitable for heart health. Groundnuts are mainly grown in hot and humid climates, […]
The ever-popular bench press has built its reputation over the last few decades as a rite of passage, a trial by fire, and a founding member of the powerlifting “big three.” This exercise is all that, and more. The bench press is so popular that it even has its own day of the week — […]
Elssbiay wants a stellar rebound after a disappointing Mr. Olympia result. Written by Robert Zeglinski Last updated on January 20, 2023 Mamdouh “Big Ramy” Elssbiay entered the 2022 Mr. Olympia with aspirations of becoming only the eighth athlete to win the contest on three consecutive occasions. He had the hype behind him, endorsements from living […]
Central Florida in November should be a raucous party. Written by Robert Zeglinski Last updated on January 20, 2023 Every year, the best bodybuilders in the world prepare with one central goal: to win the legendary Mr. Olympia contest. Sure, there are other tentpole events like the annual (and now rather lucrative) Arnold Classic. Still, […]
For enhancing lower-body strength, power, and stability, it’s tough to beat the lunge. If you really want to turn up the intensity, there’s no better choice than the running lunge. “Adding a single-leg vertical jump to the reverse lunge makes the classic strength exercise more challenging,” says Openfit Director of Fitness and Nutrition Content Trevor Thieme, […]
Social: @nikkipebblesAge: 34Location: Queens, New YorkOccupation: Special populations personal trainer and mental performance practitioner Favorite workout song on repeat: “Break the Ice” by Britney SpearsFavorite thing to do outside of fitness: Cooking and trying new recipes Nikki Pebbles wants people who are just getting started to know that it’s okay to take it short and slow. “I suggest […]
The lights! The drama! And, of course, the music! There’s nothing quite like a Broadway show—and all of the grandeur and talent that comes with it. As a bona fide theater kid, I grew up watching the Tony Awards and the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade each year on TV with unwavering attention; pre-YouTube, these were […]
Just like you wouldn’t go to the gym without the right sports bra, heading into a training session without the best workout shoes in town can make or break your workout. Now, of course, you don’t always need shoes, especially if your workouts of choice are yoga, Pilates, or barre, but if you’re doing any […]
Walker is keeping close tabs on Lunsford. Written by Robert Zeglinski Last updated on January 20, 2023 In the current bodybuilding pantheon, few names are as big as Nick Walker and Derek Lunsford. The two young athletes have stormed respective paths to the forefront of the sport, seemingly becoming titans overnight. Walker first arguably came […]
Diabetes is a chronic condition that occurs when the pancreas fails to produce insulin or the body cannot use the insulin produced. The hormone insulin, acts as a key that unlocks the door for glucose, a sugar found in foods, to enter the body’s cells. Here, glucose is converted nto energy. People with type 2 […]