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How to Lose Fat and Build Muscle at the Same Time
It’s the holy grail of fitness. But not many people can pull it off. How do people lift weights, eat big, gain muscle and get ripped all at the same time?
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The Scammy Truth About Cleansing and Detox (and What to Do Instead)
Sorry, but you can’t “flush out the toxins.” The cleanse and detox industry is build on pseudoscience, false claims and exaggerated testimonials.
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Here’s Why Stress is Keeping You Skinny Fat
Fight-or-flight can save your ass. But chronic stress can leave you scrawny and soft in the middle. Here’s how to destress and calm your nerves.
Filed Under: Strategy & Mindset
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Quick Tip: Take Coffee Naps
Caffeine is the enemy of good sleep. But if you’re short on sleep and pressed for time, taking a coffee nap will give you best of both worlds.
Filed Under: Uncategorized
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Your Smartwatch is Lying to You
“I just burned 500 calories!” (No, you didn’t)
Filed Under: Workouts & Training
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Eat What You Want and Stay Lean: IIFYM vs Clean Eating
IIFYM (If It Fits Your Macros) is the practice of tracking your daily intake of macronutrients (protein, carbs and fat). You can basically eat what you want, as long as it fits within your assigned macros for the day. Clean eating is, well….it depends who you ask. Are chicken breasts clean? Probably. Are French fries clean? Probably not. Find out which eating plan will get you leaner faster, and which is easier to follow for the long haul.
Filed Under: Nutrition & Diet
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There’s No Such Thing as Muscle Confusion
Muscle confusion sounds like a sexy, advanced technique. But in reality, it doesn’t exist. There’s no science behind “confusing” your muscles.
Filed Under: Muscle Building
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How to Figure Your Daily Nutrition Needs: Calories and Macronutrients
You might have the greatest workout program ever. But if your nutrition is off, you’re not going to get the body you want. Ditch the blinders, track your food, and take control of your diet.
Filed Under: Nutrition & Diet
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Burn More Fat with High-Intensity Interval Training
Wanna get the most bang for your cardio buck? Spend less time doing cardio. Stop wasting your life on the elliptical. Lose more fat with sprits and intervals.
Filed Under: Workouts & Training