Getting older brings many upsides and opportunities, but it also means an expanding waistline for many people. And once the spare tire is there, it can be challenging to get rid of. It’s called stubborn belly fat for a reason. While having too much belly fat can be unsightly, the bigger problem is that it … Read more
Should you do cardio or weights first? If you’d like the answer to that question, you’re not alone. Millions of athletes and fitness enthusiasts who want to reap the benefits of both types of exercise have wondered the same thing for decades. By now, there is plenty of research on “concurrent training” – the technical … Read more
Runners are notoriously hesitant to pick up the weights and engage in strength training. The fear of getting heavy, bulky, and muscle-bound (whatever that really means) prevents many runners from looking at the gym for more than, possibly, a place to spend some time on the treadmill during harsh weather. Also, many runners don’t enjoy … Read more