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  There are some ideas, when it comes to health and fitness, that are just deeply embedded in our minds and culture. One of these – and probably the most prevalent and persistent – is the idea that you absolutely need to stretch both before and after you work out. This, the thinking goes, will improve your performance, decrease your risk of injury and reduce any soreness that you might experience. In practice, though, most people just don't do either. And, according to modern research, ...

Working out without shoes is very activity specific. You should ease your way into any activity and see if any pain develops from the change. Barefoot and minimalist footwear has become hugely popular among runners and other athletes over the past several years. And, exercising barefoot – or with as little on your feet as possible - does have some clear benefits. But it also comes with some risks. Is it Okay to Workout Without Shoes? The idea of working out without shoes, when you think...

Working out without shoes is very activity specific. You should ease your way into any activity and see if any pain develops from the change. Barefoot and minimalist footwear has become hugely popular among runners and other athletes over the past several years. And, exercising barefoot – or with as little on your feet as possible - does have some clear benefits. But it also comes with some risks. Is it Okay to Workout Without Shoes? The idea of working out without shoes, when you think...

Even when you have a solid workout schedule – a habit that you've worked hard to cultivate and reinforce – finding the energy to make it through those intense workouts can still be a very real challenge. After all, you also need to work and take care of your family and fulfill all of your other daily obligations. And then go kill it at the gym. So, how can you do it? How can you maintain your energy levels for those intense workouts? Here are just a few tips. Overall Diet Design Whil...

Even when you have a solid workout schedule – a habit that you've worked hard to cultivate and reinforce – finding the energy to make it through those intense workouts can still be a very real challenge. After all, you also need to work and take care of your family and fulfill all of your other daily obligations. And then go kill it at the gym. So, how can you do it? How can you maintain your energy levels for those intense workouts? Here are just a few tips. Overall Diet Design Whil...

One of the most common questions that comes up when discussing workout practices has to do with timing: Are morning workouts better than afternoon or evening sessions? At first, it seems like it might not even matter. After all, a workout is a workout, right? Also... mornings are hard. As it turns out, though, there are some pretty solid reasons to consider working out in the mornings. Hormonal Edge First thing in the morning – usually within the first two hours of waking up – some p...

One of the most common questions that comes up when discussing workout practices has to do with timing: Are morning workouts better than afternoon or evening sessions? At first, it seems like it might not even matter. After all, a workout is a workout, right? Also... mornings are hard. As it turns out, though, there are some pretty solid reasons to consider working out in the mornings. Hormonal Edge First thing in the morning – usually within the first two hours of waking up – some p...

It's pretty widely accepted that whey protein is a highly beneficial supplement – regardless of your exact fitness goals. The powder has been shown to support weight loss, muscle growth, healthy blood sugar levels, and even proper immune function. So, its benefits really aren't a hot topic for debate. What is pretty frequently the focus of arguments, though, is the issue of timing. When is the best time to take whey protein? Interestingly, there is pretty solid evidence for both the pre- a...

It's pretty widely accepted that whey protein is a highly beneficial supplement – regardless of your exact fitness goals. The powder has been shown to support weight loss, muscle growth, healthy blood sugar levels, and even proper immune function. So, its benefits really aren't a hot topic for debate. What is pretty frequently the focus of arguments, though, is the issue of timing. When is the best time to take whey protein? Interestingly, there is pretty solid evidence for both the pre- a...