“The Mutant” wants to be called a two-time winner. Written by Roger Lockridge Last updated on February 16, 2023 The 2023 Arnold Classic is set to take place throughout the weekend of Mar. 2-5, 2023 in Columbus, OH. One of the 10 confirmed bodybuilders competing in the Men’s Open contest is 2021 winner Nick Walker. […]
When it comes to losing weight and staying fit, you might think of intense activities. However, the reality is that, what is one activity that you tend to avoid, as there are easier and more convenient options available? The answer is taking the stairs, as you can always use the elevator or escalator in the […]
We keep hearing people around us talking about counting calories and wanting to cut down on calories, but what exactly is this term called ‘calorie’, and why is it so important to us? To explain it simply, our bodies need the energy or calories to perform their vital functions like respiration, digestion, circulation etc. and […]
The body mass index (BMI) is a convenient guide for evaluating a healthy weight range. It takes into account your height and weight to show whether you’re underweight, average weight, overweight, or obese. BMI is widely used today in healthcare settings to flag potential weight-related health issues or track the chances of obesity. That said, […]
Many of us on our fitness journey must have heard the term BMR Calculator. However, most of us do not know the importance of calculating BMR. Like several other calculators, including BMI and calorie calculators, the BMR calculator also plays a vital role in improving our efforts to get fitter and maintain a healthy body […]
On those really busy days when you have almost no time to exercise, you might wonder if a 20-minute workout is even worth it. But we’re here to let you know that if that’s the time you have, you actually can get in an effective workout. Truth is, there’s a lot you can achieve in […]
In the years since Lululemon first branched out from yoga apparel into the wider world of activewear, we’ve come to have our pick of the best Lululemon leggings for a range of workouts. There are full-length compression tights, cozy fleece-lined pairs, and comfy cropped workout leggings—just to give you an idea of the options that abound […]
The quest for a deep, muscular chest has probably been ingrained deep in human DNA since time immemorial. As such, dumbbell chest flyes were likely the second exercise ever invented, right after the king of chest-builders — the bench press. The chest flye is an old school gem of an isolation (single-joint) exercise which has […]
Despite the cute sayings about how 50 is the new 30, there are plenty of distinctive changes that come with the big 5-0 that make it both challenging and rewarding. For both men and women, getting started with fitness at this age — or coming back to working out — often requires a more thoughtful, […]
When you hear the letters “GI,” you may think of gastroenterology. But GI has another meaning in the health and wellness world: glycemic index. So what is the glycemic index, and should you account for it when deciding what foods to eat? Read on for an explanation of GI scores and the factors that can […]