The four marathons of life require 104.8 years to complete. I am in my third marathon of life and want to finish strong so I can take on the fourth with a good chance of completing it. I started running on September 1st, 1966, played some soccer when I lived […]
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The Subscribe & Save Labor Day Sale saves you 25% on your order and an additional 10% if you subscribe, for a total of 35%. Plus, not only do you save 35% on your first order, but you also save 25% off for the life of the subscription. Not just […]
How Much Does BODi Cost? A Complete Guide to BODi Pricing and Subscriptions If you’ve been searching for straight answers on what a BODi subscription actually costs, you’re not alone, and you deserve a clear breakdown, not marketing fluff. I’ve been a BODi coach since 2007 and have personally completed […]
What Sets Polar Apart from Garmin? Polar didn’t just enter the heart rate monitor market — they created it. In 1977, on a cross-country ski track in Finland, the idea for a wireless heart rate monitor was born. A year later, Polar’s first commercial product hit the market. Garmin wouldn’t […]
Training logs are inextricably linked to motivation, and the more we use them, the more motivated we are. I know that is a bold statement, and I am sure that there are lots of people who are highly motivated and don’t even use a training log. Others are feeling overwhelmed […]
I have been enhancing my running endurance by combining two products that I have used separately for years. I started using P90X Energy & Endurance shortly after I got P90X in March 2007. When the ingredients were improved upon and Performance Energize Pre-Workout was released in 2015, I started using […]
The $99.00 offer is everywhere, and it is a great price for a BODi Annual Subscription. There is a new BODi website that has the offer and also gives you the opportunity to sign up to become a BODi affiliate. But if you just want to get the Annual Subscription […]
Shakeology 0g Added Sugar has been a great addition to the Shakeology lineup and is a best seller. The new formulation appeals to a lot of people who are focused on limiting their sugar intake. The best part is that the flavor is still amazing, and the superfood nutrition is […]
40 years ago today, I started using Polar heart rate monitors, never stopped, and never used another brand. To mark the anniversary of 40 years with Polar Global, I created another Polar Heart Rate Monitor store, Polar Heart Rate Monitors & Accessories. Prior to being a Team Beachbody Coach, I […]
Training patterns are not always established by what you want them to be, but rather by what they have to be. My running schedule was changed by one decision. On April 6th, my older daughter adopted a dog, and I became part of her care when my daughter is at […]
These 8 healthy eating tips will help you banish boring meals and target your senses to maximize the deliciousness. In her post below, Trinh Le RD MPH provides some great ideas on how to make healthy eating for weight loss delicious. Let’s face it: “Healthy eating” has a PR problem. […]
The nutrition and training supplements that I use include Shakeology, BODi Collagen Peptides, Energize, Tailwind, and Nutricost Creatine. I started drinking Shakeology in March 2009, and it has been a staple of my diet ever since. More recently, I started taking collagen and creatine as I learned more about them. I […]
Kicking the junk food habit is made more difficult because the balance of fat, sugar, and salt in junk food is irresistible. According to Denis Faye, author of this post, “The first place to look for proof is the ever-mounting pile of scientific evidence, including a study out of Sweden […]
The four pillars of health are good nutrition, strength training, cardiovascular exercise for endurance, and rest. Prioritize them and make them habits so that you can optimize your health and wellness. The Four Pillars of Health: A Blueprint for a Stronger, Longer Life Building a healthy life isn’t about chasing […]
The Rio Grande River runs through the Rio Grande Valley in Albuquerque, creating the bosque, which is an outdoor lover’s playland. According to Google, “In English, ‘bosque’ translates to a forest, wood, or woodland. In the Southwestern United States, it specifically refers to a gallery forest—a distinct ribbon of trees […]
How to measure weight loss was always an issue when I was a personal trainer. If you think that the only way to measure weight loss is to look at the number on a scale and compare it to yesterday, here are five other ways to consider from Sarah Wassner-Flynn. […]
The importance of smart fitness wearables in fitness, health, and longevity cannot be overestimated because of the feedback they provide. Even in 1986, when I got the Polar Vantage XL that I had read about in Runner’s World and The Runner, the importance of smart fitness wearables was well known. […]
The benefits of drinking Beachbody Performance Energize are primarily from the ingredients beta alanine and quercetin. Along with the caffeine from green tea and coffee bean extracts, this “power trio” makes having healthy ingredients one of the primary benefits of drinking Beachbody Performance Energize. I have been drinking Energize since […]
People sometimes ask me why I’m still coaching after 43 years. The answer is simple. I still believe fitness can change lives. Over the years, I’ve seen countless trends come and go. New diets become popular. New workout programs appear. New fitness gadgets promise quick results. Yet the people who […]
An accountability partner can help you get in shape by providing motivation and inspiration to stay committed to your goals. Learn how in this post from the BODi Blog by Kara Wahlgren Chances are you already know what you need to do to get in shape: Eat right, sweat often, drink enough water, […]
Foods that can help you lose weight include eggs, almonds, avocados, cabbage, grapefruit, and more that you will find in this article. This post from Paige Smith, “10 Foods That Can Help You Lose Weight,” is a guide to helping you succeed in losing weight and reaching your goals. When […]
Get more deep sleep with these 6 tips to help prime your body for better sleep. Getting good sleep is like getting good-quality nutrition. Sleeping is like eating: It’s essential to our survival, and starving yourself of sleep is a bad idea. This post from the BODi Blog is from Cemile […]
Receive my free personalized recommendations after you take this 60-Second Fitness Path Finder Quiz which helps me to identify your needs and goals. Loading… Rich DafterRich Dafter is the founder of HowToBeFit.com, a lifelong runner, former ACE Certified Personal Trainer, BODi Coach since 2007, and Polar athlete and brand […]
I began drinking Shakeology on March 20th, 2009. In fact, I wrote a post about my Shakeology Day One that documented it, and I have been drinking it or using it ever since. It is a premium-quality shake ingredient that I believe I have earned because of my commitment to […]
In order to lose weight without starving yourself, you need to follow these seven ways to not be hungry and still lose weight. This article is from Michael Martin, a writer and editor who specializes in health, nutrition, and lifestyle reporting. You’ve likely read thousands of weight loss tips, and […]
The 4 Week Gut Protocol is a comprehensive nutrition program designed to help promote overall gut health and eliminate gastric distress. If you’re dealing with stomach woes, you’re not the only one. Things like stress, sleep, exercise, and the food you eat can all impact the health of your gut. I […]
Inflammation that is aging your body from the inside and causing cognitive decline, joint pain, loss of muscle mass, and more is called inflammaging. Acute inflammation is necessary for healing. When it does its job, it retreats. Inflammaging is the opposite. It is chronic, systemic, low-grade, and self-sustaining. There is […]
The 4 types of body fat are white subcutaneous fat, white visceral fat (the bad fat that forms around your organs), brown fat, and beige fat. Scroll down to read this article by Cemile Kavountzis, which explains all four in detail. Most of us think of fat (a.k.a. adipose tissue) […]
This guide to myofascial release workouts explains the benefits of doing them and what specifically you can expect to get out of them. I am in P90X Generation Next Week 1, and the Day 7 workout is Myofascial Release, so I experienced the benefits firsthand. The Missing Link in Your […]
Healthy evening snacks are something that we need to plan for in advance of the late-night cravings that are bound to happen. They have been happening to me, and I am not happy about the five pounds that I have put on this year. Scroll down to find some good […]
When you master the essentials of nutrition, movement, and mindset, you take a huge step forward in increasing your longevity and healthspan. Scroll down to find out why nutrition, movement, and mindset are not silos—they are deeply interconnected The Longevity Trifecta: Mastering Nutrition, Movement, and Mindset Living a long life […]
The importance of smart fitness wearables cannot be overestimated. Whether you are tracking heart health, sleep, or motivation, these devices will keep you on track or take you to the next level. Scroll down to learn more and to see the top picks in 2026. The Digital Pulse: Why Smart […]
These top product categories for 2026 will help you achieve your health and fitness goals and deliver sustained results. 1. Compact Cardio & Walking Pads The shift toward hybrid work has made under-desk cardio a top seller. These foldable models are great for apartment dwellers and office workers. WalkingPad R1 […]