Fitness Mastery: Hypertrophy, HIIT & Running Optimization

Comprehensive fitness involves a mix of strength training for hypertrophy, HIIT for metabolic health, and corrective exercises for postural alignment.

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7 Workout Injury Myths That Will Wreck Your Health

Tell someone you’re recovering from a workout injury and chances are they’ll have advice for you. But how do you tell what’s really going to help you heal and what’s just their opinion or experience? Every body and every injury is different, and what works for one person may not work for another.

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10 Things Fitness Magazines Won't Tell You

I'm dedicated to helping everyone find a healthy plan that is sustainable. Sometimes that means sharing information that might appear contradictory. Go strictly Paleo or eat carbs? I think both approaches can work. It's a matter of preference, and one that you ultimately have to decide works for you.

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The Top 10 Workouts of 2017 According to Google

Thanks to the internet, you have access to a seemingly [unending supply of workouts](https://www.livestrong.com/workouts/). And thanks to our friends at [Google](https://trends.google.com/trends/yis/2017/US/), we were able to take a peek at the [top 10 workout searches](https://trends.google.com/trends/yis/2017/US/).

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Getting Chills While Running

Though chills are typically associated with cold weather, runners can develop chills all over their bodies in both hot and cold weather. The causes for chills in hot weather are vastly different and more serious than those in cold weather.

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My Nipples Hurt When Running

If your nipples hurt when you're running, you likely have a condition called jogger's nipple, which is caused by chafing. Jogger's nipple can be prevented by wearing clothing made of soft materials or applying a barrier between your nipples and clothing to reduce chafing.

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How Fast Can I Get in Shape for a 10-Mile Run?

Distance running is a mental sport, and preparing yourself for a 10-mile run takes mental and physical discipline and training. Whether you have a 10-mile race to train for or simply want to be fit enough to run 10 miles, you can do it with the right preparation and training program.

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Why Are My Shins Bruised from Running?

Whether you're a novice runner or a seasoned veteran, shin pain and bruising can rear its ugly head from time to time, interfering with your training and competition schedules. However, shin pain caused by running is not inevitable.

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Muscles Used in Running Vs. Cycling

While running and cycling mostly use the same muscles, the mechanics of running and cycling are different and use the muscles in different ways. During running, the muscles of the lower body help to move the body through four stages -- heel strike, single limb support, push-off and leg swing.

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Is a Heart Rate of 170 Too High for Running?

When you run or perform any other aerobic activity, staying in your target heart rate range can help ensure that you are working hard enough to see results, but not working so hard that you are at risk for injury or illness. Your optimal target heart rate depends on your age and how fit you are.

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Running & Hemorrhoids

When you are running -- whether it is for training purposes, enjoyment or exercise -- obstacles can get in the way. For example, weight issues, arthritis and other orthopedic concerns can make running more difficult. Hemorrhoids are another example of a condition that may be irritated by a physical activity.

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How Many Calories Does Jogging in Place Burn?

If you lack a treadmill and the weather is lousy, you can run in place. All that running, with no movement forward may be too reminiscent of work for some, but you'll still burn calories and get in shape.

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How Much Weight Will You Lose by Jogging 2 Miles a Day?

Jogging two miles per day might have you huffing and puffing, but it won't lead to fast weight loss. Exercise doesn't burn as many calories as you might think; the combination of diet and exercise will do more for you than exercise alone.

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