Fitness

5 Burpee Variations That’ll Finally Stop You Hatin’ On This Powerhouse Move Reignite the flame. Feel it burn! Ondela Mlandu | 2 March 2020 SHARE THIS ON Photograph by Getty Images “We love burpees,” said nobody, ever. When did these powerhouse moves become the least favourite child of the exercise pack? Could it stem from

We know that UCLA gymnasts like to have fun — we saw it with Katelyn Ohashi’s internet-famous performances, and coach Valorie Kondos Fields, or “Miss Val,” would call floor the team’s “dance party.” And last week, in case you missed it, UCLA junior Nia Dennis earned a viral crown of her own with her high-energy

Skill, energy, and personality are what make great floor routines, and I can confirm that UCLA gymnast Nia Dennis has it all. Nia’s performance pays homage to Beyoncé’s Homecoming documentary and Black culture, and I am here for all of it. Not to mention, her athletic prowess is undeniable. I’m not a gymnast, but I’m

Nothing screams “new year, new body” like a 5:45am sweat sesh. Every. Morning. Don’t feel bad for me though — I’m part of the 5am club, so watching the sun rise as I attempt to hold a 30-second plank is fun for me. Legit! I tried out Adventure Boot Camp in Pinelands and these are

Processed foods: those two words are enough to get most health and fitness lovers running for the hills. They’re the first foods people will tell you to avoid when you’re looking to eat healthier, and there are reasons for that; the foods we tend to think of as “processed,” things like chips, cookies, and candy,

I’ve had a couple of bad experiences with Zumba and similar dance classes. The dates vary, but the experience is always the same: Music blaring, energy running high, everyone hyped up and moving in beautiful unison and then as the class goes left, I go right. I bump into someone. They try not to look

Mirror, mirror on the wall, whose race day costume is the cutest of them all? It’s impossible to pick! Princess runners raced a 10K and half marathon this past weekend at Disney World Orlando for the Disney Princess Half Marathon weekend, inspiring us with their mileage, their smiles, and, of course, their attire. The creativity

Here are some tips on what to eat before an endurance race to fuel yourself properly, help avoid cramps and finish strong! These tried and tested methods, plus tips from experts will see you through your race day. The biggest — and most important — nutrition rule to follow in the build-up to and on

Looking for a workout to burn major calories, sculpt your upper and lower body, and slash stress? Then it’s time you give boxing a try for a one-stop sweat that will leave you feeling good from the inside out. In fact, thanks to the high-intensity interval training (HIIT) aspect of boxing, you’re likely to feel

Start (and maintain) a regular yoga practice right at home with this easy-to-use app. It offers sequences ranging from 10 to 90 minutes and easily caters to all experience levels. The best part: Some stand-out music that flows with your practice. To top it off, each time you sign on, the app generates a new vinyasa

If there was a connection between fitness and astrology, specifically birth charts, my rising sign would be strength training, my moon sign would be abs, and my sun sign would be recovery devices. Until someone can verify my fitness birth chart, I’m going to stick to what I know, which are ab-strengthening workouts. They’re arguably

Ask anyone who knows me and they’ll tell you I’m one of the last people they’d expect to get excited about CBD or cannabis products. It’s not because I’m anti or judge anyone who uses them — you do you! It’s simply been one of those categories that feels like another “thing” I don’t necessarily

The first quarter of the year is generally a busy one for runners across South Africa. Some of the biggest running events are on the horizon, so you’ll most likely have your head in the game already. Prep is key. So, are you ready to level up your game with these running workouts? Strength and

If you’re on a low-carb diet, fast, flavorful dinner recipes are essential — and that’s exactly what you’ll find on this list. These meals run the gamut from lettuce wraps to soups to one-dish wonders, but they all have two things in common: they’re ready in 30 minutes or less, and they’ll help keep you

If you want to lose weight, you have to create a calorie deficit, and that’s where this week-long, 1,500-calorie meal plan can come in handy. While the exact number of calories you need to eat to lose weight can vary based on a number of factors — including your activity level — 1,500 is a

Isn’t it a good feeling to know that by entering certain fitness events, you do your bit for the greater good? Opting to run, swim or cycle for a charity really is a rewarding experience. [Also… We all know how hard it can be to stay motivated to run when the rain is bouncing off

Ready to give up dairy? Even with all the health benefits and celebrities like Khloé Kardashian raving about it, it’s a tough a decision to make — we get it. That’s why we curated a list of some delicious snacks (minus the milk, cheese, and butter) to help ease the transition. Whether you want to

There’s nothing like a little friendly competition with yourself (and the device on your wrist), but juggling sports with a busy lifestyle can be difficult. You need both the mental and physical stamina, plus some killer fitness tech that’ll not only keep you motivated but be ready to go when you are. The good news

If you’re trying to cut carbs, you know healthy homemade meals are essential. Yet some nights whipping up a meal — whether for you or your entire family — can feel like an impossible feat. It doesn’t have to be that way. These simple dinner recipes can help keep you on track and out of

It’s so easy to count it out, but recovery is an important step of any training program. It doesn’t matter if you’re new to the gym or getting ready to run your next marathon. Any kind of exercise puts your body through wear and tear, so you want to give your muscles and tendons the