Did you know that your normal bedtime and wake time can have a significant effect on your ability to lose fat? I know. It’s sounds like an impossible link. However, it turns out researchers have actually discovered several ways our circadian rhythms play a key role in the efficiency of our metabolism. Our circadian rhythms…
When you think about workouts that will get you stronger and more muscular, I doubt bodyweight exercises come to mind. You probably think about compound weightlifting like deadlifts or hip thrusts. While weightlifting certainly has its time and place, don’t write off bodyweight workouts just yet. After I share with you the best bodyweight exercises…
Motivation. It’s tricky, it’s not-so-sticky, and sometimes it seems like you’re either born with it or without it. Lack of motivation is also one of the top reasons we can become derailed on our health journeys. For whatever reason, we know we want the results, yet we can often have a hard time sticking to…
Think about your favorite lower-body exercises that give you strong, powerful legs. I’m sure bodyweight squats aren’t the very first thing that come to mind. But don’t write them off so quickly. Bodyweight squats may not sound that powerful because you don’t have any external weight added to the movement, but when used strategically in your programming, bodyweight squats provide you with more strength and range in your lower body.
Sleep is the bedrock of our health but it often gets overlooked. We obsess over workouts, our diet, our morning routine, but very rarely do we ever put our energy into falling asleep quickly and staying asleep all night. But sleep is one of the most important parts of our health. We can’t function normally,…
I know – you probably saw the word “ladder” and thought, “Oh God, what’s Michael leaping on now?” Well, don’t worry too much. This ladder is on the ground. 3 Reasons You Should Be Using an Agility Ladder If you’ve never seen or heard of an agility ladder, it’s basically similar to the concept of…
With all of the endless cardio and heavy weight lifting exercises, the options can be overwhelming. One of my favorite ways that you can always accomplish both cardio and strength goals – Workout with Kettlebell – a bell that never rings, but is sure to get you ripped! Exhibited in most gyms no matter the…
It’s probably been awhile since we’ve heard the term “calisthenic,” so to reiterate: a calisthenic exercise is one that uses no weight other than your bodyweight. And this calisthenic flow is about to be a savage one. We’re utilizing a pull-up bar to add extra resistance, variety, and an endurance challenge, which will be a…
In the past, battle ropes would mostly lay on the floor of the facilities of the gym, gathering dust. This phenomenon has changed! Today this exercise tool has gained a lot of popularity. It can be done in isolation and also to complement other exercises. There is something really satisfying about performing a slam movement…
It’s likely most people in the world when asked whether they’d prefer working out on the beach or in the gym … they’ll choose the beach. Sun, sand, a quick dip afterward. What’s not to love? Before we get into an awesome and quick total bodyweight beach workout, I want to highlight several reasons hitting…