The power of being heart strong is that the effort you put in today to be fit and healthy is an incredible gift to your future self. No matter what your age is, what you do today can be a gift to the person that you want to be in […]
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The “Daily 2 Miles” habit provides the most benefit when you make it a commitment 7 days a week, 365 days a year. Since I adopted this habit recently, I have already missed one day, and the culprit was the very thing I adopted the habit to deal with: stress. […]
Muscle mass and body weight are important because the natural loss of muscle mass with aging, known as sarcopenia, begins as early as our 30s. Not when you are older and less active. It starts in the middle of our lives and accelerates as we get older. Why Muscle and […]
The best BODi programs for longevity are the ones that focus on strength preservation, metabolic health (VO2 max), mobility, and joint health. Scroll down to see the top BODi programs that focus on these four scientific pillars to help you play the long game. Training for longevity isn’t about chasing […]
Functional fitness is doing every day activities, like getting up off the floor, picking up something safely or lifting something overhead. You want to make sure that as the years go by, you don’t just add life to your years, but capability to your life. Scroll down to find out […]
These longevity strategies for peak performance include the four “blue-chip” strategies for lifelong capability. Peak performance at 40 is impressive, but peak performance at 80 is legendary. Scroll down to find out what you can do so that you can have it. Investing for the Centenarian Decathlon: Longevity Strategies for […]
High blood pressure has a serious impact on athletic performance it causes the walls of your arteries to become stiff and narrow over time. Scroll down to read the four primary impacts of blood pressure on athletic performance and what you can do to take control. How High Blood […]
One of the benefits of walking or running two miles a day is that it can significantly slow your biological aging process. Slowing the march of Father Time is something that all of us start thinking about sooner or later. Here’s some good advice to help with that. How Just […]
Your Health Retirement Fund Checklist is like a functional aging physical 401(k) that you make deposits into. Every squat, every healthy meal, and every hour of deep sleep is a deposit. The earlier you start, the more “interest” you accrue in the form of energy and independence later in life. The […]
Functional aging is the new goal of longevity because what good is a long life if we’ve lost strength and mobility? For a long time, the fitness world was obsessed with how a body looked. We chased lower body fat percentages and bigger biceps. But as we move further into […]
These 14 ways to get in your ten thousand steps will get you even more steps in if you practice them every day. From walking the dog to taking extra steps, these tips work. Scroll down to read this post from K. Aleisha Fetters, C.S.C.S. Part of reaching your health […]
It’s time to think about your winter wellness routine. The days are shorter, and when it’s freezing outside you may want to just stay indoors. Scroll down to read this post in the BODi Blog from Page Grossman. Don’t let winter weather (or holiday stress) get in the way of […]
Here’s how to stay motivated all winter long to work out, eat healthy, and to avoid seasonal depression that makes it hard to get out of bed! Cold days are sometimes the enemy of success. It’s just easier to motivate yourself to work out, stick to a nutritious eating plan, […]
The benefits of microdose fitness include combating sedentary lifestyles, boosting energy and focus, reducing stress, and improving mood. There is also science that backs up the benefits of microdose fitness. Scroll down to see what as little as 10 minutes a day can do for you. The Power of Small: […]
These 5 simple ways to increase your flexibility will make every aspect of your life better and more enjoyable. Flexibility is something that we lose as we age, but we don’t need to if we work on it now. Scroll down to read this post from Brit Yeager and get […]
Try this medicine ball workout and find out why medicine balls have been used for centuries for their adaptability and portability. Scroll down to read this post from Andrew Heffernan CSCS, GCFP, and get started increasing the intensity and results from body weight exercises. For versatility, portability, and simplicity, it’s hard […]
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 […]
In 2026, the “fitness” conversation has undergone a radical shift. We’ve moved past the era of punishing “30-day shreds” and entered the age of Longevity. Today, it’s not just about how much you can lift or how fast you can run; it’s about how well you’ll move at age 80. […]
Maintaining flexibility as we age is essential to optimize your healthspan. Flexibility allows you to be active and vibrant. Maintaining flexibility is often the “hidden” key to healthy aging. While strength and endurance keep us moving, flexibility ensures that movement remains fluid, pain-free, and safe. As we age, our connective […]
The BODi New Year’s Shakeology sale saves you 25% on a one-month supply of Shakeology and you still get the 3-month BODi subscription included for free. To learn more, go to the BODi Shakeology sale page here. What is the Shakeology Difference? The Shakeology superfood nutrition difference and unwavering commitment […]
The reason why rest days are non-negotiable is that when you exercise intensely, you’re essentially breaking down your muscle fibers. During sleep and on rest days, your body will repair those muscle fiber tears. It’s hard to take a full rest day, but scroll down and find out how to […]
Healthy New Year’s resolutions for yourself should be SMART goals — specific, measurable, attainable, relevant, and time-oriented. “When you set vague goals like ‘lose weight’ or ‘get in shape’ or ‘build muscle,’ the goal may feel overwhelming,” says Lauren Gross, PsyD, a licensed psychologist in Charlotte, North Carolina. Scroll down […]
These 16 tips to stick with your New Year’s resolutions will help you keep the plans that you are making now past the first few weeks of January. It is easy to make a resolution, but the hard part is keeping it. Scroll down to read the tips from Lili […]
Resolution mistakes that can sabotage your New Year’s goals include making your goals too broad, not holding yourself accountable, and making too many resolutions to name just a few. To see more, scroll down to read this post from Paige Smith and Sabrina Tillman. It’s totally normal to want to reboot your […]
Working out during the busy holiday season can be challenging. For many of us, it is a colder time of year that limits outdoor activity. For some great ideas on how to find the time and motivation, read this post from the BODi Blog by Kate Bayless. Even if you […]
Stressing about holiday food can backfire. Worrying about your food choices can lead to anxiety which could eventually lead to chronic stress. For some good advice about how to approach food at this time of year, read this post from the BODi Blog by Dominique Michelle Astorino. We’re charging full […]
These holiday fitness tips are simple and easy to follow. They will keep you on track during this time of year that can be so stressful. Scroll down to read this article from wellness writer Lauren Bedosky. If the “most wonderful time of the year” has you stressed out about all those […]
Cooking mistakes that may cause weight gain will sabotage your efforts to achieve your ideal and healthy weight. Learn what they are in this post in the BODi Blog by Jessica Migala. There are a lot of good reasons why cooking at home is ideal, but the most important reason is […]
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, […]
Here are 5 ways to boost your willpower that are time-tested and effective, and keep you on track to achieving your goals. Get some great advice in this article from Kara Wahlgren and start building your willpower today. I admit it: I’m the first person to curse my weak willpower […]
Many people trying to avoid holiday weight gain end up doing exactly what they shouldn’t: being overly restrictive during the most festive time of year. While their intentions to prevent weight gain (and perhaps shed a few pounds in the meantime) are good, being overly restrictive with food can backfire, especially during […]
Work out with bad knees with this advice from Steve Edwards and Trevor Thieme, focusing on working the knees without doing impact exercises. The Short Answer: “Bad knees” is a broad term, but in general, the more you can work your knees without jarring them, the stronger they will become and […]
These eight ways to prevent muscle soreness, from Kara Wahlgren, include stretching, foam rolling, and eating for recovery. Sore muscles keep us from getting the most out of our next workouts so it is important to know what causes them and how to recover quickly. Aching after a brutal workout? […]
Teaming up is a dream come true for a parent. I am now teaming up with my daughter and truly making this a family business. I have referred to Howtobefit.com as being family-owned and operated since 1995, when I launched the website. Now I finally have a daughter old enough […]
The list of benefits of cross-training is lengthy, from preventing injury and balancing muscles to gaining strength and reducing boredom. Let’s learn more from Andrea Pesce in her post on the BODi Blog. If your results have hit a brick wall even though you’ve been following your fitness routine faithfully, […]
The diet and nutrition supplements that I use include Shakeology, BODi Collagen Peptides, 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. This weekend […]
The exercise that you need to burn off Thanksgiving foods shouldn’t deter you from enjoying the meal. Just think twice about some choices. Scroll down to read Janet Lee’s article on how to burn calories from Thanksgiving foods – from butter to pumpkin spice latte! It’s the most dietarily-fraught time […]
The Autumn and Shaun T subscriptions are now available on BODi and are the complete collections of their fitness programs. For just $9.99 a month, you can get all of Autumn Calabrese’s fitness content, or for just $9.99 a month, you can get all of Shaun T’s fitness content. The […]
Core exercises for beginners can help you not only reach your fitness goals, but also help you prevent injury in and out of the gym. If you’re new to exercising, you might be wondering where to begin. That place is with your core since it’s at the center of everything you […]
Are you still doubting at-home workouts? BODi workouts eliminate boredom, offer expert guidance and motivation, and provide structured programs. I have been doing Beachbody/BODi at-home workouts since March 2007, and I can attest to how effective they are. Scroll down to learn why working out at home is right for […]
The BODi “Best Tested Workout App” recognition is well-deserved, with over 280,000 app store reviews and a 4.9 star rating. From beginner to advanced, the wide range of 140+ expert-led, step-by-step fitness and nutrition programs makes it easy to stay consistent, get results, and feel your best, inside and out! […]
The way that Anthony improved his blood pressure and cholesterol, and avoided diabetes, was by making exercise like a doctor’s appointment that he couldn’t miss. His results are just what the doctor ordered! On the latest episode of The BODi Experience Podcast, Anthony Love, a grandfather and Marine Corps veteran who […]