Category: Health

If you want to run faster, jump higher and at the same time train all your body strength, kettlebell swings are for you. They work […]

Today is squat day and you’re thrilled to show this barbell who’s in charge, but there’s only one problem: all the squat racks are occupied. […]

It’s hard to know what to say when a friend is faced with a truly dire illness or loss. And a lot of what we […]

Front squats are great exercise , but they are less forgivable than squats if you are not active or healthy enough in places like your […]

Moisturizers, lotions, and even lip balms will keep your skin smooth in dry weather because they prevent water from migrating and evaporating from your skin. […]

The internet is overflowing with advice on maintaining good posture ( guilty! ), But it’s not like you’ve been dragged to jail for “bad posture,” […]

How does Throwdown feel about you? If you drive tons of miles great, but if you relax a little or just join us, that’s fine […]

Kipped pull-ups are popular with crossfitters who get a lot of shit for them because kipping pull-ups are clearly not “real” pull-ups. But you might […]

If you are a fan of bodyweight workouts, you will definitely love muscle rings. Similar to suspension machines like the TRX , muscle rings are […]

We’ve told you how to make planks , and why planks , and what to do instead of planks when you get bored with them […]

There are so many myths and strangely specific rules about when to eat to lose weight, but they alone do not help. Eat a hearty […]

Be honest, it’s not farting that worries you, but when it really stinks . Avoiding fiber may make you fart less, but it won’t get […]

When I don’t have access to the gym due to travel, I start to miss certain movements. Deadlift is one of them. I never thought […]

Squat lifters will always argue about how deep people should squat , but perhaps the mobility of your ankles, calves, hips, upper back, or whatever […]

Activity trackers and sleep tracking apps will happily provide you with statistics on your sleep: how many hours you were in the bag, for example, […]

You have set a goal and hopefully have already done some runs. (If not, it’s never too late to start !) Now it’s time to […]

Regardless of how you look at it, the deadlift is more of a hip movement than the lower back. We have emphasized the importance of […]

You don’t need a gym or even a treadmill to develop cardio fitness. Several flights of stairs can help if you have a good plan […]

Boasting 20 grams of protein, the Gatorade Whey Protein Bar is great for athletes and anyone trying to get more protein in their diet . […]

You may wonder how difficult it is to bend over and lift something heavy, but do it wrong and your back will emphatically tell you […]

Exercise balls are a great way to kick up your workout. Flip one over your back for a wall squat, a softer version of the […]

Super short workouts can be very effective in developing strength and cardio endurance . This time-saving bodyweight workout from DAREBEE requires no equipment and is […]

For many of us, cart wheels are a relic of childhood. This is unfortunate because it is a lot of fun and a great way […]

Whether you are following a specific diet or just want to make sure you have better options than fast food, when you venture out into […]

If you were about to start running or take running more seriously, today is your lucky day. We’re launching a new Challenge, rolling out over […]

Both back squats and back squats can be powerful legs and a strong body. Where they differ in the first place, besides where and how […]

If you can’t do push-ups, it may be important to forget about pushing for a moment. Instead, lower yourself out of the push-up position for […]

The L-Sit is the source of basic exercises and requires a combination of strength, flexibility and control in your arms, shoulders, abs, back, and legs. […]

We already suspected that most Americans put on weight during the November and December holidays. So, analyzing the data of smart weights shows that this […]

iOS / Android: If you’re looking to improve your nutrition, but don’t know where to start, the popular food tracking app Lose It! now allows […]

We love squats, but this is another one of those exercises that is more technical and error prone than meets the eye. Even if you […]

Obviously, if you break your leg, you’ll go straight to the nearest emergency room. But it’s harder to figure out what to do if you […]

What is considered healthy food? This is not just a tough question for you and me – it is now baffling the FDA. They regulate […]

Race walking is similar topower walking on steroids . In fact, elite racers can move as fast as most people. Exaggerated swinging of the arms […]

iOS: When people ask me how they can start eating healthy, I usually recommend that they cook at least one or two homemade meals a […]

Flu shots work and are a smart way to reduce your chances of getting sick this winter. But this impression can arise if you listen […]

We’ve already talked about great workout gear, but if you don’t do every workout at home, you’ll also need a bag to carry everything. Whether […]

We’ve seen chair workouts before , but in them you just sit and step on a stationary chair. Coach Kaisa Keranen backs up this idea […]

One of the often repeated tips for dealing with dehydration is to drink eight glasses of water a day. Well, that’s a myth . Some […]

The Whole30 Diet makes a limited amount of food banned and sets tough rules on what little is left. This means that it is testing […]