Detoxes and cleanses are regimens, diets, or therapies aimed at eliminating toxins and promoting health and are often associated with weight loss. These approaches include fasting, consuming only specific beverages or foods, using supplements and herbs, colon cleansing, or saunas. Detox diets are popularly believed to offer various benefits, including reducing bloating and addressing chronic […]
Towards the end of every year, I catch myself lamenting how much my health and fitness routines have slipped in the run-up to the holiday season. Oh well, I’ll just harness that New Year’s resolution energy in January, I think to myself. This year, I’ve decided, will be different. (And I really do mean it […]
It feels like everyone is getting into the Christmas spirit early this year. Trader Joe’s is always a little ahead of the holiday game, and you really have to snag the products you’re interested in early if you don’t want to miss out. So when I casually strolled into TJ’s last weekend to find Christmas […]
When most people think of cardio workouts, they immediately think of running on a treadmill. However, elliptical machines are becoming increasingly popular as a way to get a great cardio workout. So, which is better: elliptical vs treadmill? When you want to get a solid cardio workout done at the gym, chances are you have your eyes set on one […]
Caffeine is a well-studied and effective ergogenic aid. That means it improves endurance and speed. But before you go pounding energy drinks before exercising, let’s look at how much you need. While caffeine can improve athletic performance, too much may leave you jittery and dehydrated—not exactly ideal during a work out. Like almost all things […]