If you’ve ever taken a group fitness class or done an online workout program, chances are you’ve done some form of circuit training. A great way to mix cardio and strength training into one effective routine, circuit training packs a […]
If you’ve ever taken a group fitness class or done an online workout program, chances are you’ve done some form of circuit training. A great way to mix cardio and strength training into one effective routine, circuit training packs a […]
Thanks to the wide selection of available fitness trackers and smartwatches, it’s never been easier to track and record your heart rate. But how useful is that information? Very, it turns out. First of all, it’s possible to calculate calories burned […]
Cycling — stationary, road, or otherwise — has its pros and cons. On the pro side, there’s the increased endurance and muscle definition. Downsides? The dull achiness that forms at the front of your knee, known as cycling knee pain. […]
If you noticed some extra definition in your lower body since you’ve hopped in the saddle, you might wonder, What muscles does cycling work? After seeing years of headlines warning that “sitting is the new smoking,” it might require a […]
Just like debates about macros and if lifting weights makes women bulky, talks about pelvic tilt can get a little heated in the fitness world. “There is a connotation of late where people think pelvic tilt is bad,” says Tony Gentilcore, CSCS, co-founder […]
If you’re ready to get serious about cycling, your first move is to set some goals. “Goal-setting is the most important component of any fitness program, because your goal defines what you do,” says Melanie Melillo, CPT. In the case […]
If you’re intrigued by the idea of turning your post-exercise shower into a step in your recovery routine, you might be wondering whether you’re better off taking a hot or cold shower after a workout. (Or maybe you want to […]
Sore muscles are common after a tough workout, but when you’re really feeling the burn, you may wonder if you’re dealing with the usual muscle soreness — or if you actually have a pulled muscle or muscle strain. Here’s how […]
Many of us have a hard time taking days completely off from exercise. We (wrongly) assume that working out nonstop will help us reach our fitness goals faster. “As a trainer, I hear a lot of clients humble-brag about never […]
It’s arm day at the gym, but your arms are still sore from the last time you worked out. Is this soreness typical? Or is it an injury? Read on to learn why your arms get sore, when you can […]
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