Photo credit: Momodu Mansaray – Getty Images Denise Austin reveals how she tones her legs and glutes in her latest workout video. She shares squat variations perfect for women “over 50.” Austin demonstrates how to perform the leg lift squat, the side squat, and the plie squat. at 65, Denise Austin We want all to … Read more
Released in 1999, David Fincher’s epoch-defining ode to nihilism Fight Club was memorable for many things. Jared Leto’s face getting beaten to a pulp. Helena Bonham Carter’s chain-smoking support-group imposter. Meatloaf! And (23-year-old spoiler alert) Edward Norton beating himself up in a parking lot. But the film’s most enduring legacy over two decades later is … Read more
comedian Raju Srivastava suffered a heart attack on August 10 while working out in a gym. Over the years, there have been reports linking strenuous physical activity to sudden cardiac death. Does high-intensity exercise raise the risk of a heart attack? What causes a heart attack? Heart attacks are caused when there is a sudden … Read more
It’s important to regularly practice flexibility exercises because physical health is not just about strength. As we age, our musculoskeletal system naturally degenerates causing us to experience muscle weakness and a decrease in mobility. We can combat the effects of aging by introducing flexibility exercises into our normal exercise regime. Flexibility is an indicator of … Read more
From bands to body weights to boxing, there are practically endless ways to work out your arms. But if you’re looking to build muscle and definition, the best path forward is to incorporate arm workouts with weights into your fitness routine. Unfortunately, it’s easy to get overwhelmed by the sheer number of arm exercises out … Read more
Which exercise burns belly fat? It’s easy to understand why this is a frequent fitness query, with many people citing a firmer midsection as one of their main motivators to exercise. There are a lot of myths surrounding the subject that are in dire need of debunking. First and foremost among them: the majority of … Read more
Unlike what social media influencers would have you believe, the vast majority of people who lose weight don’t maintain it for longer than a year. For most people, the weight eventually comes back in a phenomenon known as “weight cycling.” And no, it has nothing to do with “falling off the wagon.” Your weight doesn’t … Read more
When it comes to cooking your meals, one ingredient that seems to be a staple in most dishes is oil. It’s an essential item especially in cooking processes such as frying and sautéing. From olive oil to canola oil, and even vegetable oil, the options are quite endless. But what exactly is the best—and healthiest—oil … Read more
When it comes to cardio, you either love it or hate it. It’s almost impossible to be in the middle. Still, cardio is extremely beneficial for your long-term health as it improves your cardiovascular system, prevents heart disease, lowers your cholesterol levels, and keeps your blood sugar in range. There are many different types of … Read more
Let’s face the facts: Getting a fitter body after 50 will require hard work and dedication—especially if you haven’t been as active as you were in your younger years. Your body goes through many changes as you grow older, including the loss of lean muscle mass and a slower metabolism. (Ah, the beauty of aging!) … Read more