Hey Angels and Alphas, Working out when it’s cold and gloomy outside can be tough on anyone. The lack of sunlight during the Winter months makes it even more difficult to work up the motivation to…
Hey Angels and Alphas, It’s easy to get stuck in a workout routine, especially during the summer and winter months when you might spend most of your time indoors or outdoors, respectively. But even if you’re…
Hey Angels and Alphas, The ketogenic diet, or keto diet as it’s more commonly known, is a popular way to lose weight by strictly limiting your carbohydrate intake. While the actual keto diet consists of 90%…
Hey Angels and Alphas, Stress relief offers numerous benefits that go far beyond just making you feel better about the situation that caused you stress in the first place. Stressful situations can often cause even more…
Hey Angels and Alphas, It’s that time of year when we all want to eat, drink and be merry in honor of the most wonderful time of the year! However, if you are planning on continuing…
Hey Angels and Alphas, Heart rate zones are the standard way to measure the intensity of cardio exercises. There are five different zones, ranging from low-intensity (zone 1) to high-intensity (zone 5). You can measure your…
Hey Angels and Alphas, How does muscle growth really happen? What’s the science behind muscle growth and atrophy? Does it matter what time of day you train, or what time of year it is? In this…
Hey Angels and Alphas, Did you know that there are different types of hormones in your body? Some are good, some are bad, and some are beneficial. As you can probably guess, the last kind of…
Hey Angels and Alphas, The first thing many people think about when they hear the word cardio is weight loss, but cardio isn’t just helpful for those who want to lose pounds. Cardiovascular exercise, or any…
Hey Angels and Alphas, In the age of social media, it’s easy to compare yourself to other people and feel like you’re not up to scratch. Are your abs as chiseled as they are in the…
Hey Angels and Alphas, Whether you’re an athlete or someone who works out regularly, you probably want to use every tool at your disposal to get in the best shape possible—and build muscle as quickly and…
Hey Angels and Alphas, If you’re trying to lose weight, it’s vital to know what types of foods are best for your diet. Some foods can spike blood sugar levels quickly, which will make you hungrier…
Hey Angels and Alphas, Have you ever wondered why it’s so important to train your core? Many of us just think, Why bother? My abs are already strong enough. However, this mindset can put you in…
Hey Angels and Alphas, We’ve all got bad habits that we just can’t seem to kick, no matter how hard we try. Maybe you bite your nails or put off doing work until the last minute….
Hey Angels and Alphas, When you exercise, your body demands oxygen to create energy. If your heart and lungs are not in peak physical condition, then your body will not be able to provide enough oxygen…
Hey Angels and Alphas, Most people who are trying to lose weight want to avoid foods that aren’t good for them. This can make dieting confusing, because there are so many different food groups out there,…
Hey Angels and Alphas, No matter how busy your life gets, it’s important to find time to exercise regularly in order to live a healthier and longer life. Physical activity has been proven to reduce your…
Hey Angels and Alphas, Do you know which exercise is better for your heart and cardiovascular system: saunas or HIIT? If you’re not familiar with either of these, HIIT stands for high-intensity interval training, while sauna…
Hey Angels and Alphas, When it comes to exercise, you’ll often hear about the importance of doing cardio exercise to keep your heart healthy and maintain your weight. But what does cardio mean? It’s actually a…
Hey Angels and Alphas, Did you know that the average person’s metabolism slows down by about 100 calories per day in the winter, with obese people experiencing an even greater decrease? That may not sound like…
Hey Angels and Alphas, If you’re like most dieters, your weekdays are characterized by strict diets and limited eating, followed by an anything-goes weekend of buffets and cheat days. That way, you can justify the indulgent…
Hey Angels and Alphas, If you’re starting to read up on intermittent fasting or are already practicing it, chances are you’ve heard something about how it’s bad for gut health. But what does that mean? And…
Hey Angels and Alphas, When your schedule becomes hectic, it can be tempting to fall back on old habits, like eating unhealthy food or skipping out on exercise routines that help you lose weight. However, it’s…
Hey Angels and Alphas, Your morning routine sets the tone for your entire day, and how you start the day can predict how successful your day will be. By establishing an effective morning routine, you’ll be…
Hey Angels and Alphas, It’s pretty much impossible to be completely fit and healthy if you’re not in some way at peace with your relationship with food. Whether it’s allowing yourself to eat the foods you…
Hey Angels and Alphas, As young people head back to school this fall, parents around the country may be wondering how they can keep their children in shape during the school year. Getting enough exercise and…
Hey Angels and Alphas, If you’re trying to lose weight or simply eat healthier, meal prepping can be an effective way to stay on track with your diet and exercise goals. Meal prepping means that you…
Hey Angels and Alphas, It’s not easy to break out of a bad habit and form new, healthy habits in its place. To be successful, you need to develop small, incremental steps that build upon each…
Hey Angels and Alphas, Body recomposition refers to the process of losing fat and gaining muscle at the same time. It may seem like an impossible feat, but body recomposition has been done for decades by…
Hey Angels and Alphas, When you’re trying to lose weight, your end goal should be to drop pounds in a way that doesn’t damage your long-term health or cause you to regain the weight back. The…
Hey Angels and Alphas, Losing weight can be difficult, but keeping it off isn’t easy, either. It requires commitment and the right mindset to ensure that you’re sticking to your diet and exercise regimen long-term—and if…
Hey Angels and Alphas, What’s the best way to stay motivated with your weight loss goals? For many people, getting outside and enjoying the weather does wonders for their mood and energy levels, making it easier…
Hey Angels and Alphas, When you’re on a diet, it can be tough to stay focused on your weight loss goals. One of the best ways to do that? Manage your appetite so you’re less tempted…
Hey Angels and Alphas, One of the biggest barriers to weight loss success is the nighttime, and the reasons behind it are pretty clear. If you’re eating while you watch TV or using your phone as…
Hey Angels and Alphas, If you’re someone who follows the popular cheat day diet mentality, you probably have experienced this at some point in your life. After eating healthy, low-calorie foods during the week, you allow…
Hey Angels and Alphas, Many women fear that strength training will make them bulky or encourage fat storage, but this isn’t the case—when you lift weights and eat right, you’ll actually increase your metabolism, burn more…
Hey Angels and Alphas, Losing weight doesn’t always have to be about dieting, exercising and counting calories. By making small lifestyle changes, you can speed up your weight loss and feel better about yourself without drastically…
Hey Angels and Alphas, One of the most difficult parts of trying to lose weight and keep it off can be dealing with the side effects of dieting. Chronic inflammation, in particular, can make it very…
Hey Angels and Alphas, It can be difficult to determine whether you should eat before working out. While some people think eating gives you more energy, others think it makes you bloated, causes digestion issues, and…
Hey Angels and Alphas, The vast majority of dietary recommendations give advice based on calories (e.g., ingest 2,000 calories per day), serving sizes (e.g., a serving of protein is the size of your palm), or percentages…
