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By Jeremy Gray 17 Tips for a Better Workout Routine We always over-complicate things. Exercise isn't an exact science — everyone is a little different. But one fact that still remains true is that "something is better than nothing." In fact, a healthy exercise habit should blend fun, fitness...

How to Turn Small Habits into Big Successes Teach yourself to eat more vegetables, do more pull-ups, lift more weight, or anything else you think you should be doing. Here's how. Big life improvements start with simple changes practiced daily. The best way to learn good habits is to give...

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The New Year is here and everyone is hitting the gym ready to tackle their fitness goals. However, going full steam ahead and doing an overhaul of your entire routine both in and out of the gym has a high probability of making you feel overwhelmed. That can lead to frustration, and then you’re...

The Japanese railway system is regarded as one of the best in the world. If you ever find yourself riding a train in Tokyo, you’ll notice that the conductors have a peculiar habit. As each operator runs the train, they proceed through a ritual of pointing at different objects and calling out...

“Keystone Habits” is a term coined by Charles Duhigg in his book, “The Power of Habit.” They are good habits that lead to other good habits. For example, it has been scientifically demonstrated that exercising leads to a more healthy diet than not exercising. Exercise is a habit, and healthy...

So the researchers at Harvard University conducted a pretty cool report. This study had 123,000 volunteers that shared their medical records and answered a lifestyle questionnaire. They asked this questionnaire to gain an understanding of how much longer someone would live if they followed a...

#1 – Quit Thinking Resolution The first thing we think about is starting a resolution to do something. Instead of saying that and ultimately not following through on your wishes, it’s time to take a different perspective. If you want lasting success, you’re going to have to create habits that...

The new year comes with a fresh start for all. From ridding unhealthy habits like late-night snacking or negative self-talk to setting a long-desired PR goal. It’s a time to incorporate some healthy habits to help you refocus and become a better version of yourself. Dr. Robin B, a Los...

A lagging metabolism is a real drag. Not only can it cause unwanted weight gain, but a slew of other unpleasant side effects. And what’s interesting, or more eye-opening, is our everyday bad habits may be the root cause of metabolic issues. From inadequate sunlight to poor sleep habits, how we...

People often contend that Mr. Olympia competitors are simply genetically gifted and they take large amounts of performance-enhancing drugs (PEDs) so everything else they do is immaterial and subsequently swept under the rug. While I would be foolish to dismiss the significant role of genetics...

By: Matt Weik Have you been trying for years to get 6-pack abs, but nothing seems to work? You've tried this diet, that diet, this pill, that pill – only to find yourself frustrated? You're not alone. The fact is, while everyone has 6-pack abs, they hide under a very stubborn layer of fat that...

Accomplish all of your goals by learning the 7 habits of highly successful and motivated gym-goers. Implement these habits into your life & reap the benefits! In 1989, Stephen Covey published what is arguably the greatest self-help book ever published: 7 Habits of Highly Effective People. And to...

Accomplish all of your goals by learning the 7 habits of highly successful and motivated gym-goers. Implement these habits into your life & reap the benefits! In 1989, Stephen Covey published what is arguably the greatest self-help book ever published: 7 Habits of Highly Effective People. And to...

This article presents motivational tips to help you stay on track and reach your fat loss goals. Consider them a roadmap that leads you to the dream body you want. Brad Borland is a strength & conditioning specialist, cancer survivor and the founder of WorkoutLab. We all need a little (or a lot)...

Breakfast – The Most Overrated Meal of the Day For decades we’ve been told that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. To support this claim, study after study has been foisted on us, showing that people who eat breakfast have lower cholesterol, live longer, are less likely to develop...

Statistically, roughly 80 percent of people who make resolutions going into the new year will not stick to their ambitions. Sound familiar? Chalk-it-up to setting unrealistic goals, applying too much self-pressure, or incorporating too many restrictions, one thing is for sure, keeping your...

Finding that New Year’s resolution that’s actually realistic and achievable is a terrifically normal question asked by nearly everyone at the end of every year — myself included. I begin each year by doing some sort of workout challenge, and each year it gets a bit more difficult! But, I’ve...

Creating new healthy habits can be extremely difficult, especially when losing weight requires long-term changes to your diet, fitness, sleep schedule and more. But other habits — like brushing your teeth, eating three meals a day and winding down before bed — come so automatically you don’t...

In addition to motivation and willpower, forming healthy habits is key to a healthier lifestyle. By definition, habits become a form of automatic behavior that’s routine and all habits need a cue or trigger. For example, buckling your seatbelt (habit) upon entering a car (cue) or washing your...