Built Bar: The Ultimate Unbiased Review

Welcome back, everyone, to another episode of it took me forever to publish this article. How long? Well, way back in late June of last year, Charles from Built Bar reached out to us and asked us to provide an honest review of their “fairly new” protein bar. They’re not fairly new anymore. Within a week, they arrived, but were completely melted into oblivion as our delivery driver left them in the sun. Logan from Built Bar quickly sent us another box and we grabbed them without any issues since Hurricane Barry protected them from the sun.

So, here is the honest review.

If you don’t like any of the protein bars you’ve ever eaten, you should buy THIS.

Dec302019

3 Must-Have Keto Products for First Time Keto Dieters

Trying out the keto diet for the first time? We reveal 3 of the best keto products on the market to help you see success with your diet.

Dec222019

Easy Steps to Start a Fitness Program

Are you planning to start a healthy lifestyle journey? If so, a fitness program is right for you! Engaging in physical activities reduces your likelihood of getting chronic illnesses. It also enhances your balance as well as coordination. Moreover, you will lose weight, improve your sleep, and remain fit. Here is how you can start a fitness program

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Dec082019

How to find the Best Exercise Bikes for the New Year

Exercise bikes come with several fitness benefits. These bikes provide a perfect alternative to visiting the gym, and they are also a hassle-free way to get rid of those extra pounds. You may have brands advertising their exercise bikes on the television, internet, and in the newspaper. However, because of the various brands and types available, it may be challenging to choose the one that suits you. Some people go for the cheapest brand they find on the market, but that does not guarantee that it is the best. Often, cheap exercise bikes only have basic features. The higher the price, the more advanced the bikes get. Here is how to find the best exercise bikes for the new year.

Nov302019

Important Tips to Help You Avoid Injuries during Your Fitness Exercises

Introduction

Regular exercising is one of the essential activities that you can do for your health. But how you approach your physical tasks determines whether it causes problems or improves your well being. Using the wrong types of equipment or pushing yourself too hard or even wearing the wrong shoes can cause injuries.

Therefore, ensure that you remain safe and avoid injuries while exercising. Because when the exercise is safe and painless, you will enjoy doing it all the time, which will benefit you emotionally and physically. Here are some tips to help you stay safe during your exercise.

Sep022019

The Best Drink Ever?

For many of you, New Year’s Resolutions are constructed during the beginning of January. You’re wrapping up the calendar year, unwrapping the last of your holiday presents and thinking about ways to improve your life. New year, new you… right?

For some of us, however, the concept of a year is much different. When we leave high school, or college, our live change dramatically. Growing up, before we ever come near the strenuous weight of adulthood, the year is based on school. Most schools run from August/September until May/June. The summer is that vacation which we all yearn for throughout the nonstop hustle and bustle of the year. As a former physical education teacher at Los Angeles Unified School District, I know that feeling all too well.

Oct202018

5 Tips to Overcoming Tobacco Addiction

Smoking still ranks as one of the leading causes of many health problems. The toxins found in a cigarette pose a serious health risk which is why it’s important to quit smoking as soon as possible.

Nicotine is a substance that causes addiction and it’s estimated that a single cigarette can contain an average of 12mg of nicotine. The addition caused by nicotine is one of the reasons why smoking is very hard to quit but this is no reason to stick to such an unhealthy habit.

We’ve come up with a list of top five tips to help you overcome your tobacco addiction and reduce the health risks caused by smoking.

Oct112018

5 Things You Should do to Start CrossFit

CrossFit is a popular fitness regimen that’s been all the rage with people of all ages over the past few years. It’s a workout routine that promotes fitness by doing functional movements at high intensity. It helps improve your overall health, as well as your posture, strength, flexibility, and balance.

If you want to start with your CrossFit journey, you’re in the right place. You can get tips from CrossFitSurvival.com about the basics. Furthermore, here’s an article about 5 things you should do to jump start your journey:

Find the right gym

Perhaps the first thing you need to do is find a local gym you can attend. Luckily, CrossFit is already very popular so you wouldn’t have a hard time looking for a good box to train in. When you’re looking for a gym, apart from the location consider also the size of the place, the availability of coaches, and of course the membership cost.

On your first visit, take note of who accommodates you and how they welcome you. First impressions are important as you’ll be spending a lot of your time there eventually. If you get to meet a coach, it’s nice to be able to discuss about your goals and how you can achieve them. Even without committing to a gym, a CrossFit box should have coaches that are approachable and concerned about its trainees.

Invest in proper apparel

In order for you to make the most out of your movements, wearing proper clothes is important. It helps you move around comfortably and supports you so that you don’t get injured. Wear sturdy training shoes because you’ll be doing a lot of short sprints and jumps. There are flat-footed crossFit shoes that are designed to support your feet as you rep out double-unders, rope climbs, and box jumps.

Your choice of tee also matters. Make sure it’s breathable, quick-dry, light, and comfortable to allow for maximum movement. You don’t want tight sleeves ruining your snatch. Case in point, you have to be very comfy in your clothes. For your bottoms, it’s advisable to wear compression pants or cycling shorts because they’re light and flexible. Avoid wide leg shorts that would ride down to your thighs when you do a handstand, or expose your undies when you lunge.

Make time for it

Just like any fitness journey, crossFit requires your time. Show up at the gym at least 3 times a week and see how your body improves. Discipline is key in making this work. No matter how much you prepare for it, if you’re not ready to put your mind into it, you will not see results. On your first few weeks in the gym, try to learn how to do the moves properly and get coaching on your body form. As you go along, you can do the WODs (workout of the day) with minimal supervision and come in at your own time.

Eat a balanced diet

As they say, your workout is only as good as your next meal. Eating a balanced diet ensures that you are ready for your next physical activity. A balanced meal typically involves 2000 to 2500 calories per day. Plan your meals and make sure you’re getting proper nourishment. Half of your plate should be filled with fruits and green leafy vegetables, ¼ for protein, and the other ¼ for grains.

Document your journey

There’s nothing wrong with snapping pictures to show your progress. It’s not bragging as long as your intentions are clear. Progress photos are inspiring. And yours is another inspiring tale waiting to be told. Track your progress by means of a fitness calendar or an app on your phone. Record you original weight, your goal weight, the food you eat, and the number of times you go to the gym. Carry a fitness journal with you to help you track your progress.

Oct102018

How Psychology Can Help You Learn to Love Exercise

Whether you’re a student, parent or a busy professional – you can benefit from exercise. For those who have trouble getting motivated, you need to change the way that you think about the activity.

For some, exercising comes effortlessly. While most people realize that working out is healthy for your mind and body, for many, exercise is not a part of their daily life. For this class of fitness hopefuls, tricking the mind into new behavior may prove beneficial. By adjusting your attitude toward exercise you can overcome challenges and experience remarkable breakthroughs.

Intuitively, most people view exercising as a chore. This mindset makes it very easy to bypass a productive workout session. The trick, report researchers, is to make your mind think of exercise as a reward rather than a chore.

Apr232018

We Walked 17 Miles For Fun

Yesterday, we walked 17 miles just because we wanted to. It was a planned event with family and I don’t even think it was Hungry or my idea to start in the first place. Originally, it was for training purposes for my basically sister-in-law to get ready for a marathon walk, but we ended up just doing it after the event, still. It was a walk across Los Angeles. We started in Los Feliz and ended in Santa Monica. It was a journey and an adventure. We went through so many different parts of the city, experienced so many different emotions, and somehow made it until the very end. I won’t lie to you, sometimes we wanted to quit, but luckily we had a strong group, and made it to the very end. My feet are sore as I write this, but I’m very proud of our group! We all had different fitness levels, different workout regimens, and were different ages–but we completed the journey and had fun doing it!