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When people decide they want to get into shape, the first thing they typically do is sign up for a gym.  They start off with great excitement, vowing to hit the treadmill or weight room every day.  They keep this up for a couple weeks, but when the changes don’t come, the enthusiasm wanes.  Every day becomes 3 times a week.  3 times a week becomes “I’ll go when I have time.”  Before they know it, they’ve given up.

Sound familiar?

The reasons for giving up a fitness program are many, and not seeing results fast enough is one of the most common reasons to quit.  However, in many cases, people forget one extremely important foundation to their program: their diet.

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If you just started working out and you want to achieve the physique you've always wanted, you must have the right program for a full-body workout for beginners. Read on to get some helpful tips to get you going on the road to fitness. The Ultimate Full Body Workout For Beginners   The Importance of Symmetry One of the gravest mistakes a beginner could make is an imbalanced training of muscle groups. Your top priority should be having symmetrical form throughout your body, not just growing a specific muscle group....

Just because it’s fall and the biggest food holidays are upon us doesn’t mean that you have to give up on eating healthy and give in to the temptations this season brings with it. Keeping up with your weekly meal prep is one of the easiest ways to make sure that your dietary intake stays on track this fall. Of course, we understand that you want to be festive and have fun with the upcoming holidays so we’ve compiled a few healthy Halloween inspired meal prep ideas to help you out.

Some people skip leg day because they find it too exhausting, or because they feel that their legs never develop as fast as their other body parts. However, that’s all the more reason to focus on working out your legs. If you feel like your legs’ muscle growth has hit a plateau, try these seven leg workouts for more visible results. Never Skip Leg Day: 7 Leg Workouts You Should Do 1. Barbell Squat View this post on Instagram A post shared by Rachel Huynh (@rachelhuuynh) on Aug 3, 2017...

Beat the afternoon slump with a high protein lunch packed with the nutrients you need to get through a busy workday. Even if you are not bulking up, protein is essential in keeping your energy level stable. It also regulates your appetite and keeps you full and satisfied longer. Read on to learn about 9 high protein lunches for when you need that extra boost of energy during a hectic work week. Easy High Protein Lunch Ideas To Get You Through A Busy Work Week 1. Salmon and Soya Bean Salad...

A complete, nutritious breakfast is key to any diet. In fact, most of us would say that it is the most important meal of the day. But making the right food to fuel day as soon as you get out of bed can be a hassle. Cereal and breakfast bars are easy, but full of sugar and processed ingredients. But, did you know that just 30 minutes of meal prep can get you all the vitamins and energy you need in the morning? Check out these satisfying and delicious meal...

You’ve seen the pictures on Instagram and videos on YouTube, and yet, you still might ask yourself, what is meal prep? Perhaps you’re wondering too why it’s incredibly popular. Time to figure out what it is and learn the benefits of meal prepping today. What Is Meal Prep? | Get a Lesson on the Benefits of Meal Prepping In This Article: What Is Meal Prep? Why Meal Prep?     What Is Meal Prep? Let’s begin with the most obvious question: what is meal prep? Think of it as tactical...

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