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We’ve all had moments during a weight-loss effort when we start to lose momentum. At times, it can feel like our goal weight is so far away, and we may be tempted to give up. If weight-loss starts to seem like it’s a never-ending process, it may be time to incorporate some maintenance phases...

Many people think their work is done once they reach their goal weight. However, maintaining weight is often a challenge in and of itself. In fact, many people who lose weight end up gaining it back — and then some. Follow these four expert tips to avoid regaining the weight: 1 ADD FOOD BACK...

Whether you’re in the gym or on the running trails, you’re more than likely to spot someone sporting some sort of compression gear. From socks to sleeves and coming in any color to match your workout outfit, they come with a reputation that promises support, better circulation, and an overall...

So many weight-loss strategies require focus and attention, like eating right and moving often. But what if a few of them could be set on automatic, including when you sleep? Although you can’t burn all your excess fat this way, there are a couple of hacks that can help with the effort. In...

During the COVID-19 pandemic, many public establishments have required a face covering to be worn to help limit the spread of the virus. But while wearing a mask during a leisurely shop or while filling your car with gas is one thing, some people have expressed concern that obstructing their...

The Winter Soldier is gonna help prep you to get shredded for spring and summer. Actor Sebastian Stan — best known as Bucky Barnes from the Avengers franchise and the Disney Plus series “The Falcon and the Winter Soldier” — is once again hitting the weights with Don Saladino, this time joining...

Angelica Teixeira is a two-time Bikini Olympia champion, and a look at her training and diet regimen offers a brief explanation as to why she’s been at the top of this division over the past few years. ANGELICA TEIXEIRA’S TRAINING DAY “I usually have two meals, work with my online clients in...

Hey Brothers and sisters, hows everyone fairing during this pandemic? I've been using a lot of body weight exercises, bands, and other improvised weights etc but as you all know its just the same as going to a gym. How about you all?

being a Sunday i slept in plus took a short nap yesterday. But still llook at this shit. up 8 times minimum as it doesn't always catch the awakening during my actual sleep. believe it or not this was a great night for me as under 5 hours total and up 6-10 times is common. god i want actual sleep!

ALL best fitness is HERE / Shutterstock As a hardgainer, hanging hamstrings are probably near the bottom of your wishlist. In a contest, vertical-blind lines in a rear shot or half-basketballs from the side can make the difference between first and fourth, but those not planning to pose in...

Hafthor Bjornsson may have tied for first at Day One of the 2019 World’s Strongest Man competition, but it came at a cost for the returning champ. During the second event of the day, Bjornsson, known for playing "The Mountain" in Game of Thrones, tore his plantar fascia, the fibrous tissue that...

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There’s no denying that Dana Linn Bailey is in killer shape—and always has been—but that doesn’t mean she’s invincible. The former Women’s Physique Olympia champ, and longtime athlete, took to Instagram on Tuesday to share a cautionary tale of overtraining with her 1.9 million followers. In the...

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Veerasak Piyawatanakul / EyeEm Nothing kills a workout quite like the pain and tightness a cramp can bring on. And whether you’re lifting weights, running sprints, or doing laps in the pool, you can cramp up. So how do you prevent cramps from happening during your workout? “A cramp is when the...

So I've been dealing with this weird skin problem for a while. My arm pits have been lanced about 30 times to drain these lesions. During the summer it really flares up. Sometimes I wish it was just herpes. You can at least lift with herpes (jk). Anyway, I went and did some tests. And it came...

QUESTION Some contest-prep coaches recommend taking an extended rest after competing, but others say to get right back to the gym. How do you feel about this? ANSWER Without a doubt, I can empathize with the powerful desire to take some time o from the gym and a strict diet regimen right...

QUESTION What are the most common errors made during callouts? Is there something I should be aware of that helps me showcase my physique that competitors often forget in the heat of battle? ANSWER STEVE WEINBERGER: The biggest mistake made during callouts is not presenting your body...

QUESTION What can nutrition do for me during my workout? What would be best to eat and why? ANSWER Most lifters know that eating within a few hours before a workout will help give you the energy needed to work hard and get your gains, and even if you aren’t looking to bulk up, pre-workout...

QUESTION I’ve been reading a lot about the importance of nutrition for making gains once the workout is done, as this is the time when real muscle building takes place. But I’ve also read that proper nutrition during the workout is also necessary. With so many supps out there for pre- and...