By Kirsten Vesterback   If you’ve been running traditional road races and you’re ready to switch gears and try something new, consider an obstacle race. With names like Spartan Race, Dirty Girl Mud Run or Tough Mudder, these types of events feature all kinds of challenges to contend with in

By J. Lang Wood   The keto diet is receiving a great deal of attention in the media and among the medical community. The main feature of the diet is the restriction of carbohydrate consumption, but unlike other low-carb diets it also restricts protein. Instead, dieters are allowed to eat

By Warren Davies Here’s a challenging bodyweight circuit that you can do even when you don’t have access to any equipment. It’s short, but high-intensity, so don’t take it lightly. The circuit has eight exercises in total; no doubt someone with deductive powers as keen as yours would have realized

By Carlton Ryan Pasta is a delicious and consequently highly popular food. However, pasta is also not particularly healthy since it is high in carbohydrates and has little nutritional value. Eating pasta isn’t terrible for you, but it certainly won’t make you healthier, either. But, what if there was a way

Whether you play sport in a recreational league or varsity ball, off-season training can be the key to becoming the best player you can. The hard work you do in your time off — and the time you take to let your body recover — can “make or break” your

A well-timed intake of nutrients before, during and after exercise is a primary determinant of how effective (and comfortable) your workout will be. If you’ve ever hit the gym after a large meal or without enough food or in your stomach, you will know how quickly athletic endeavors can turn

  Staying fit is a 365-day-a-year task, and getting to the gym is not always possible. Work schedules, family emergencies and bad weather can keep you away from the workout you need, both physically and psychologically. However, if you keep these seven inexpensive pieces of exercise equipment on hand, you

By Dr. Kristie Do you want to know how to improve your running? Whether you’re running for fitness, weight loss, stress relief, or competitively, it’s important to continuously challenge yourself in order to increase your speed and stamina and help promote weight control. Plus, by challenging yourself, you make your

By Dr Kristie Some people are reluctant to begin an exercise program, but when they finally make the commitment they give it 110% of their effort. While such motivation is laudable, exercising too vigorously or frequently can lead to a common problem in the fitness world – overtraining. Overtraining has

By Lisa Mason You’re probably already aware of the many benefits of getting and staying in shape and leading an active lifestyle. Once you’ve made the important decision to begin a new fitness routine, where do you begin? The biggest challenge is not only taking that first step, but committing