3 Leg Exercises to Improve Your Running

3 Leg Exercises to Improve Your Running

When we run, each leg falls from the sky absorbing all of our body weight before we bound off the earth once again on a single foot. And we do this up to 2,000 times per mile! Running places extraordinary demands on our legs and requires power. It also demands...
Carbs are Bad…Really?

Carbs are Bad…Really?

I’ve been listening to and discussing the war against carbs for over 15 years. It started with the Atkins diet craze of the early 2000’s. This diet successfully vilified carbs and their reputation seems damaged forever more. Even though significant...
Is Cardio the Only Way to Lose Weight?

Is Cardio the Only Way to Lose Weight?

Cardio can help you shed some unwanted weight, but it’s definitely not the only way to do it. You actually don’t have to do any cardio at all if your goal is just to drop some pounds. I’m sure you’ve heard this before: weight loss is all about...
4 Huge Benefits of Intermittent Fasting

4 Huge Benefits of Intermittent Fasting

There are four predominant fasting methods, which are collectively defined as a willing abstinence/reduction in food and specific beverages for a period of time. Let’s quickly look at all four methods below and then get into the details of the different...
The Truth About Fruit Sugar

The Truth About Fruit Sugar

Sugar has a bad reputation, but it is not a harmful substance. One component of it, glucose, is a vital energy source for our bodies. When consumed in moderation, sugar does not cause adverse health effects or weight gain. Excessive sugar consumption is harmful to us...