The best weightlifting shoes are converse all-stars. They’re flat, they don’t have much cushion, and they are much cheaper than other specialty shoes!
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Fitocracy – The Best Gym App and Fitness Network
I grew up playing roleplaying games, not fitness games. I started with The Legend of Zelda--complete with the cool-as-heck, gold NES cartridge--and I’ve never looked back. Two dozen or so Chrono Trigger rentals, Final Fantasy VII on release day, World of Warcraft for...
#runstreak day 4: Food, Running Shoes, and Monkey Feet (Health Hacks, episode 015)
Day 4! Woo! I only ran a mile today, but I did it faster than I did yet: 8:54. I look forward to when my typical mile time gets down to the 7:50-8min mark again. That’s always a good boost to my confidence.
Hydration Station: Benefits of Water
If your mouth is dry and you feel thirsty, it’s already too late–you’re on the way to dehydration. Even if you think you’re drinking enough, you’re probably not (we all overestimate how much we drink). So drink up, geeks!
Don’t Be a Jerk to Newbies at the Gym
There are a lot of reasons that I love running and fitness. I love the way it makes me feel. I love the way it makes me look. I love the things I get to see. And I love the people I get to know. The thing I do not love, however, is the amount of negativity that some...
30 Minute Superhero Workout: Thor’s Kettlebell Pyramid
I’m a big fan of a 30 minute workout and this is my favorite. I call it “Thor” because makes me feel like I’m hefting Mjolnir to vanquish an ancient evil
Jedi Fitness Icon: Yoda
Jedi are in crazy shape, but how do they get that way? I say Yoda does a lot of yoga, gymnastics, and/or CrossFit.
Working Out Like An Avenger
Looking like a Superhero isn’t about super powers, it’s about dedication and gym time. Put in the work and decide to look like Thor.
3 More Habits of Insanely Fit People
Crazy fit people have some really simply habits anyone can learn! Here are 3 anyone can do!
Yay for Kettlebells!
Kettlebells are just a tool. Like any other exercise, they will make you better at one thing: doing that exercise.