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 […]
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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 […]
The best ab exercises that aren’t crunches are the ones that zone in on more than just the six-pack abs muscles or rectus abdominis. K. Aleisha Fetters, C.S.C.S. has a great article with the 10 best ab exercises that aren’t crunches. Scroll down to check it out. Let’s get real: When […]
Why you gain weight as you age is a question that a lot of people want the answer to. The answer comes from what Mother Nature throws our way. Scroll down to read this article from Nicole McDermott that will give you more in-depth answers to the question. […]
Tracking calories burned by heart rate is easy with the BODi onscreen heart rate and tracking with a Polar heart rate transmitter. Jenessa O’Connor takes an in-depth look at heart rate and training in her post in the BODi Blog below. mmm Thanks to the wide selection of available fitness trackers and […]
Knowing how to do a forearm plank is important so that you get the most out of doing them. Planks are very effective for building your core, and forearm planks are just as good because they target many muscle groups at once. Scroll down to find out how to do […]
Foods that can help you lose weight include eggs, almonds, avocados, cabbage, grapefruit, and more that you will find in this article. Scroll down to read “10 Foods That Can Help You Lose Weight” from Paige Smith. When it […]
Cardio before or after a strength workout? My answer is before but it boils down to what is best for you and achieving your fitness goals. To learn more and help you decide which is best for you, read this BODi Blog post from Kate Bayless. Cardio before weights, or weights […]
The way to choose the right BODi trainer for your workouts in the BODi Fitness Library begins with your fitness personality. A fitness personality refers to the individual preferences, motivations, and behaviors related to exercise and physical activity. It encompasses how someone approaches fitness, what motivates them, and what types […]
These 14 genius baking ingredient swaps will help when you realize, at the last minute, of course, that you actually don’t have any eggs. Or butter. Or flour. (oops.) If you’ve found yourself in this situation, this post from Culinary and Nutrition Content Producer Kirsten Morningstar will help you save […]
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 […]
BODi at-home workouts vs the gym comes down to a personal preference, as each one has its advantages and disadvantages. For me, the choice has always been easy. Free weights are simple, effective, and provide a better workout and you can use them in various places in your home. Add […]
Before boosting your libido naturally, you need to determine if it’s merely a brief lull or a more serious sign of low libido. If you’ve experienced a dip in your sex drive recently, scroll down to read this article from Kara Wahlgren. It’s normal for your needs to ebb and […]
Here are 4 no-weights butt building exercises that are effective and develop one of the most important muscles in our bodies. For runners, gluteal muscles (the gluteus maximus, medius, and minimus) are the true engine of your running stride. They are responsible for hip extension, the powerful backward push of […]
To keep losing weight without starving, use these 7 ways to not be hungry and still lose weight without fad diets and fitness gadgets. Scroll down to learn how you don’t have to starve yourself to get weight loss results. You can also search in the BODi Library to find […]
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 best workout for weight loss debate used to be an either-or or but now there is a third option – high-intensity interval training (HIIT). Scroll down to learn how this third option could be the best for you, and use the search in the BODi Library to find the […]
The reasons why weightlifting is great for women are varied and include burning more fat, boosting your metabolism and feeling empowered. Below are 10 reasons why weightlifting is great for women, and how you will benefit from all of them. Make sure to check out all of the great weightlifting […]
These 5 tips to help you avoid muscle soreness will get you past today’s workout and get you ready for your next workout. The key to success with any program is consistency and following the schedule. If you are too sore to work out, you won’t be consistent and won’t […]
The best BODi workout programs for weight loss have to be the programs that you will consistently do and finish. When you apply a filter in the BODi Library for “weight loss”, there are 30 programs listed. That means that there is bound to be a trainer, length, and workout […]
To own your own BODi workout programs with no subscription, go to Fitness on the BODi site and choose from the dozens available there. Scroll down to see the details of each Digital Purchase, as prices vary depending on the length of the program. An example is below, and below […]
The Ultimate Reset is a 21-day program that introduces you to a vegan diet and helps you to make better and healthier food choices. I did the Ultimate Reset in 2012, and to this day, it is the single best thing that I have done for my health. The habits […]
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 […]
You can build a home gym on a budget and have an investment that will pay dividends for years to come with continued savings. You will save time, save money, and may even get better results. In her post below Elena Sessa explains how and more when you commit to […]
Pea protein is as effective as whey for anyone who wants the benefits of protein supplementation but prefers plant-based products. Most of us have been raised to think of protein sources like red meat, chicken, and dairy being the best, but they are not the best for everyone. In her […]
The familiar edible seeds that are bursting with nutrients include sunflower seeds and pumpkin seeds, as well as chia seeds. Others, not as familiar, are flax seeds, hemp seeds, and sesame seeds. All of them pack a nutritional wallop, and sunflower and pumpkin seeds are definitely great for snacking. Scroll […]
Probiotics boost digestion, immunity, and mood according to countless studies, and it is imperative that we incorporate them into our diets. Stepfanie Romine wrote the very informative post below, and goes into what they are, what they are good for, and the benefits of probiotics. Probiotics are in the Greek yogurt you […]
My positive review of the Cronometer nutrition tracking app is based on my needs, but most of all, ease of use. I have tried a number of apps, most recently one that is hyped on social media and on health segments on news shows. My first app years ago was […]
Is working out twice a day helping or hurting your goals? Does working out twice a day double the payoff or double the risk? The post below from Linnea Zielinski explores the pros and cons and whether working out twice a day is for you. If you’re chasing specific fitness […]
Using caffeine for maximum performance and Energize Pre-Workout for the energy to do it are my two ergogenic training aids. Here is “5 Ways to Use Caffeine for Maximum Performance” from the BODi Blog post by Cemile Kavountzis. Whether you want to take a HIIT class to the next level or increase your […]
Everything that you wanted to know about Pilates to get you up to speed is in this post from Meagan Morris. It seems like Pilates is everywhere these days, and we need to know why everyone is so excited about it. You can also do Track Pilates from Autumn Calabrese […]