Many people who first step foot into a gym enter with the goal of putting on some size. Whether it’s looking better naked, going up a shirt size or just having a set of python’s hanging by their sides, many fitness enthusiasts’ goal is to get big. Of course, people …
Athlete’s foot is a fungal infection that can be contracted in pretty much every location where people are barefoot, such as public swimming pools, gym locker room, and weight room floors. With over 3 million cases reported each year, this is one of the most common infections out there. While …
If you’re lactose intolerant, finding a good protein powder can be tough since most protein supplements these days are all derived from whey, which is a milk byproduct. Fortunately, if you dig deep enough, there are several other types of protein that come from naturally lactose-free sources, which can be …
The lion is the king of the jungle, the great white shark is the king of the ocean and Budweiser is the king of beer – but who is king of the gym? Both called kings by their respective kingdoms are deadlifts and squats. Both sides have different arguments on …
When trying to lose weight or stay lean, snacking is generally met with a bad reputation. This is due to all of the popular high-sodium, high-fat, processed foods available in convenience stores, drug stores, fast food restaurants and several other convenient grab-and-go places. Having unhealthy food constantly at your fingertips …
If you can’t measure your success towards your fitness goals, how will you know if you’re doing it right? Tracking your physical progress is not only a quality assurance check of your diet and exercise regimen, but also a means of motivation as you see yourself getting closer to your …
Finding the best home gym can be daunting to say the least. Everyone has different personal needs when it comes to health and fitness, and because of that there are literally hundreds of different home workout machines on the market to choose from. Are you trying to gain muscle, or …
Water is crucial to the body, everyone knows that good and well. But what you don’t hear very often is how many contaminants are found in water these days. Whether you’re gathering water from a stream or merely filling up from the tap at home, waterborne bacteria is at an …
Protein supplements are far and wide the most popular and best-selling supplements on the market. After all, if you’re not getting enough protein, your muscles won’t be growing anytime soon. However, when dealing with diabetes, you need to be attentive to what you eat. Carbohydrates, including sugars, are the largest …
