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It can be difficult to know where to start when you want to establish a wellness plan
These 10 tips for women can help you make a health and fitness plan that works for you. 1. To Be or Not To Be Like any important thing in our lives, our fitness plan requires a purpose. It can’t be someone else’s purpose because you have to own it. It has to be your own. So before you bust out the door to get fit, you have to decide why you are doing it. To be clear, “I feel like a blob” might seem like a purpose, but it’s probably not going to have a lasting effect. You are...
Thinking about doing your first triathlon? While it can feel a little overwhelming, you can definitely tackle this awesome goal. These tips for your first triathlon will help you feel prepared and confident as you approach the start line of your...
Thinking about doing your first triathlon? While it can feel a little overwhelming, you can definitely tackle this awesome goal. These tips for your first triathlon will help you feel prepared and confident as you approach the start line of your race! This post was originally published in 2016 and has been updated in 2021. Disclaimer: This post was written by Chrissy Carroll, USAT Level I Triathlon Coach. It is for informational purposes only. Consult a doctor prior to beginning any new exercise program. Tips for Before You Start Training 1. Choose the right distance. A triathlon is a race...
No one wants to hear (or even think) this, but if you work out regularly and don’t wash your athletic attire well enough or often enough, you very well may stink
Bacteria, sweat, and body oils collect inside synthetic fabrics like your leggings or sports bra and can cause a funky odor, says dermatologist Joshua Zeichner, MD, director of cosmetic and clinical research at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York City. And the more bacteria in your sweat, the greater your chances of stinking.Your choice of fabric matters, too. When 26 people took an indoor cycling class wearing shirts made of cotton, polyester, or synthetic blends, cyclists who sported polyester T-shirts smelled worse than exercisers who wore cotton, according to a study in Applied and Environmental Microbiology. Polyester and other synthetic...
Our Favorite Pieces from The Rock’s Latest Collab With Under Armour
When you think of celebrity men, which traits come to mind? Typically very talented, handsome, wealthy, and probably in decent shape. However, strong, built and dedicated to fitness seems to be more and more common in Hollywood these days, with celebrities owning their own gyms, supplement lines and workout gear. However, out of all the actors in Hollywood, no one is in better shape than The Rock. Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson has made a career out of his physique, starting as a professional wrestler and then venturing into the world of acting and producing in both feature films and TV....