Racing through your workout for the sake of speed can increase your risk of injury. But there ARE some time-saving tricks that can do double duty: They get you out of the gym faster and give you better results.
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With Pilates-style fitness methods popping up all over, you may be wondering what all the fuss is about. Pilates was developed by German physical-fitness specialist Joseph Pilates in the 1920s. In its early years Pilates was used by World War I soldiers and dancers as a way to rehabilitate from injuries.
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If your diet goes off the rails the minute you walk through the front door, your house may be the culprit, not you.
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Booty, junk in the trunk, heinie, butt, glutes. The list of names for your backside goes on and on. There are so many names for the gluteus maximus because it's such a wonderful muscle (or muscle group, if you include the gluteus minimus, gluteus medius and other supporting muscles).
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You don't need a gym to get a great workout. These 20 exercises recommended by fitness expert and celebrity trainer Amy Dixon will hit every single muscle in your body and slash fat -- without any equipment. So, what are you waiting for? All you need are these exercises and YOU!
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They are foods of nostalgia, dreamt up in a marketing brainstorm, pushed onto an unsuspecting public, and loved briefly by the masses. Then, without warning, they were ripped from our adoring clutches.
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Ever since Robert De Niro piled on 60 pounds to play boxer Jake La Motta in 1980’s “Raging Bull,” Hollywood’s hottest talents have followed his lead, enduring extreme weight fluctuations for the sake of a plum role. Check out 12 celebrities who risked all this for their roles.
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Sick of trying diets only to gain back the weight? Or perhaps you’re just not the diet type? Calorie-counting can be a drag, and the lifestyle changes required in a new healthy regimen might seem overwhelming. Here are several tips for getting fit with strategies informed by CBT.
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Oysters are a well-known aphrodisiac, but what about apples, saffron and tea? Read on to discover 10 in-the-mood foods and heart-smart staples to feed your sex life.
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One of the best ways to transform your body might be by competing on “Dancing with the Stars’ (at least in Hollywood). We look at the most transformative celebrity bodies thanks to Dancing with the Stars, from Amber Rose to Kelly Osbourne.
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Both magnesium and Lipitor affect cholesterol production in the body. But consult your doctor before taking magnesium supplements if you also use Lipitor.
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How many calories you burn depends largely on your weight and level of exertion. Here's an estimate of what you can expect from a 45-minute walk.
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While the accumulated safety record for Lipitor is excellent, as with all drugs there are associated side effects in susceptible patients that may become apparent only after long-term usage.
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The antibiotic is chosen based on the bacteria present. Oral antibiotics are taken by mouth, while IV antibiotics are administered through a needle directly into the bloodstream.
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Being able to pinch an inch at your waistline may be upsetting to you. That pinchable fat is soft belly fat, also known as subcutaneous fat, acts as insulation and a source of energy for your body.
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A pimple-like bump on the breast is probably nothing to worry about, as it's likely acne, a clogged gland or a slight infection. However, if you're worried, get it checked by a doctor, as it could be an early sign of inflammatory breast cancer.
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Read on to find out which on-screen cowboy, royal family member and CEO can't stop singing the praises of meditation.
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With the help of a nutritionist, we reveal the foods that could be causing your unpleasant body odor.
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Knowing how your parents or guardians impacted your attitudes toward food can help you to combat unhealthy eating habits.
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If you have too much uric acid in your blood, changing your diet may help. Limiting specific purine-rich foods is one step to lowering uric acid levels, and including certain foods and beverages can also help reduce serum levels of this compound.
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