Any exercise is usually better than no exercise, but to be sure you’re getting the most out of your workout and maintaining a level that’s safe for you, you need to understand your target heart rate. Think of it as the “sweet spot” between not exercising hard enough and overexerting. Utilizing this sweet spot will help you improve your cardiorespiratory fitness and means your heart and lungs will become stronger. In order to find your target heart rate, you’ll first need to k

Lower back pain is one of the leading causes of discomfort and pain and is the number one cause for disability worldwide. Experts estimate that as much as 80% of the population will experience back pain at some point in their lives. Most cases of back pain are not caused by serious conditions, but rather by things such as poor posture, weak muscles, and a lack of awareness. Luckily, there are strategies you can take to help alleviate or prevent low back pain (LBP). Those with

The personal training industry is tricky. It lacks regulation, seeks to demoralize it's hopeful clients and is chock-full of arbitrary certificates and qualifications. Here are a few ways to tell if a trainer is a schmuck or a saint. 1. They Train you According to Their Goals, Not Yours Jane is a new personal training client seeking to lose a few pounds and tone her legs up. She hires Ashley, a fitness fanatic who loves working out and is a powerlifter. Within a few weeks, Ja

Explosive training is a style of exercise that combines strength and speed to increase overall power output. While most commonly utilized...