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 […]
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 […]
The benefits of the quercetin and beta-alanine in Performance Energize include enhanced endurance and delayed muscle fatigue. Both of them are combined in Performance Energize, along with low-dose caffeine. I have used Energize (originally Energy and Endurance) since I started P90X in 2007. Scroll down to learn more about the […]
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 […]
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 […]
Please note: As of June 25th, 2026, individual fitness programs, Digital Purchases, will no longer be offered. You can purchase a BODi subscription to access the library of 225+ fitness programs. This includes all titles that were offered as digital purchases for individual fitness programs in the past. To own […]
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 […]
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 […]
Yoga can make you a better athlete by improving recovery, mobility, and body awareness – syncing body and mind (proprioception). As keenly aware of how important yoga is for my running, it remains my weak link and something that I have to force myself to do. The post from Page Grossman […]
How to choose the right BODi program for you starts with this guide to the programs based on your current fitness level. All programs listed are in the BODi Library. Those that are available to purchase and stream with no BODi subscription are hyperlinked. Scroll down and read this post […]
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 […]
Get Strong with Kelsey Heenan is one of my favorite programs in the BODi Library — in this review, I’ll break down why it builds strength, not bulk, with effective strength training workouts. Kelsey is one of my favorite trainers, and this is genuinely one of my favorite programs to […]
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 […]
Dehydration can hurt your workout results not only during your workout, but also afterward as you begin recovery for your next workout. Scroll down to read this expert post from Denis Faye, M.S., and find out why hydration is such an important part of your training. When’s the last time […]
You will build strength and not bulk with Get Strong from Kelsey Heenan and get results in just four weeks with her program. Get Strong is available in the BODi Library. If you don’t have a BODi Subscription, you can get an Annual or a Monthly subscription for just $19.00 […]
These simple tips to build lean muscle will make it more likely that you do strength training without worrying about bulk if you are a woman. Scroll down to read this post from Jenessa Connor, CPT, which answers the question, “I want to know how to build lean muscle without getting […]
The power of association will help you tackle your hardest workouts by using this technique to manage pain and fatigue and power through. Scroll down to learn more about the power of association in this post from Dr. Haley Perlus. There’s little doubt that high-intensity training is a challenging, efficient, […]
Track Pilates with Autumn Calabrese is available to everyone with a BODi subscription. If you have a BODi subscription, you are good to go. If you don’t have a BODi subscription, use my exclusive BODi Coach link to get the BODi Annual Subscription with the Pilates Equipment Bundle for just […]
BODi LAVA Slow Burn is a revolutionary mini-program of five 20-minute slow flow yoga workouts that fuse strength, mobility, and mindfulness. The workouts are intermediate and work well for mobility, flexibility, cardio, and core. The only equipment needed is a mat (optional) and yoga blocks (optional). If you have a BODi […]