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Most lifters in a weight room are trying to find new ways to build muscle and get stronger. They want to be the one that impresses others in the gym and make people ask what they are doing to make their gains. Anything they can do to give them an edge would be worth the time learning and applying and this is where cluster drop sets training comes in. Sometimes it is not about doing something new but rather doing something different. Taking established tricks and combining them may be the recipe for success. If swole is the goal and…
Staying hydrated is essential to living a healthy life. Obviously, we all need water for day-to-day bodily function, but when you’re sweating a lot (like when you’re working out), it’s crucial that you quickly replenish the fluids that you’ve lost through sweat. Plain water is OK, but supplemental hydration beverages help add essential electrolytes and carbohydrates for more effective fluid absorption. Electrolyte salt drinks are everywhere right now. But are they really better? Read on to learn why Beachbody Performance Hydrate can be a better option, especially if you’re regulating your daily sodium intake. What’s Up with Sodium and Electrolyte…
Whether you’re getting up early to hit the gym before work or you’re headed to an evening exercise class, you might turn to a caffeinated drink for some extra energy before exercise. It makes sense. Coffee, tea, caffeinated sodas, and energy drinks are all popular choices to put a little more pep in your step. But are they really a good idea before a workout? Some shows that a little caffeine can improve some aspects of athletic performance, but too much caffeine can have drawbacks. The key is knowing how much caffeine is the right amount and when you should have…
Jing Gao wants to push you to elevate your meals by expanding your palate. The Sichuan, China-born chef and entrepreneur is on a mission to bring authentic Chinese flavors to your table through her company Fly By Jing, which is sold in Whole Foods Market stores across the nation. The business carries a line of versatile chili sauces and condiments that has earned accolades in Food & Wine and The New York Times and was featured on the popular YouTube show Hot Ones. Gao recently published her new book, The Book of Sichuan Chili Crisp: Spicy Recipes and Stories From…
Some fitness equipment is worth your money; others are gimmicks that should stay on the shelf. It’s not always easy to know which is which. For example, at first glance, the Sanddune Power Stepper is a squishy platform that, for $280 a pop, leaves you questioning why you can’t just run and jump on flat ground. Of course, you can, but as Muscle & Fitness’ Zack Zeigler and Frank Sepe recently learned while touring The Strength Club (located in New York, NY), the Sanddune is a strength coach-approved tool for reducing joint impact and bolstering stability. And that, folks, is…
Italian-inspired restaurants can make their presence known for any number of dishes. Of course, there are standout pizza chains that make classic pies across the country. A chain can also have excellent pasta dishes, like bolognese or fettuccine Alfredo. There’s another dish that can easily keep hungry customers coming back time and time again: the classic calzone. Think of it as a sort of a pizza turnover, A great calzone takes all of the delectable flavors of a pizza—the sauce, the cheese, and, of course, the toppings—and envelopes them all in a tasty crust shell. That crust can also have its own…
Hydrating, protection, and moisturizing will help heal cracked lip corners.Smiling for selfies should be fun, not painful! If cracked lip corners or angular cheilitis make it hard to smile, eat, or kiss, don’t worry. Check out these tips to heal those cracks quickly. With some care and good habits, you’ll have pain-free, makeout-ready lips in no time. Say goodbye to angular cheilitis and hello to a happier smile!Barrier repairThe first step to healing your cracked lip corners quickly is to lock in any moisture. Reach for a product dermatologists call an occlusive, which creates a protective barrier that prevents your…
By Leo Babauta Today I’m feeling sore and tired from hard strength workouts, playing lots of basketball, and doing a hill sprint session yesterday with my son. I’ve been working out hard, and I’m really feeling it! So I’m going to take some rest and recovery time. Anyone who is into fitness knows the hidden value of recovery: this is when we actually get stronger. The workout is important, but recovery is arguably even more important, because that’s when our body rebuilds itself into something strong. Without it, we will burn out or get injured. This applies not just to…
Scottish military-man-turned-explorer, Aldo Kane is on a mission to uncover the mysteries hidden in the ocean. He and a team of explorers climb aboard the state-of-the-art OceanXplorer research vessel in the new National Geographic series; OceanXplorers. The crew, led by narrator James Cameron, will take an immersive view of areas that have never been reached before as they try to uncover some secrets of the deep that may lead to a more sustainable future for our seas. Now back on land, the former Royal Marines Commander talked to M&F about his days of service, maintaining his fitness as a civilian,…
Fast food is often the easiest option when you’re on the go, but sometimes you want something lighter than the usual burger and fries. Thankfully, most fast-food restaurants now offer healthier choices like wraps, grilled chicken, and salads. But let’s be real—do these healthy fast-food meals actually taste good? Sure, they might be better for you, but who wants to spend money on a meal that doesn’t taste great? To get to the bottom of this, I decided to taste these healthier options myself. With some help from registered dietitians Lisa Young, PhD, RDN and Mary Sabat, MS, RDN, LD,…