Fitness & Workouts
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32 Weeks Out: The Pre-Training Plan for Marathon Prep
I’m excited to have my sights set on another marathon, this one in Honolulu on December 10. But since it’s still pretty far away (32 weeks!), I’ve found myself wondering what I can do to get ready for the “formal” training period I’m planning to start in late summer—and I’m guessing I’m not alone, since there are plenty of big races on the horizon. (The New York City, Chicago, and Berlin marathons are 27, 23, and 21 weeks out, respectively.) Enter the pre-training plan for marathon prep. “Most marathon training plans range from 16 to 20 weeks in length, and…
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Phased Training: Why You Should Work Out in Phases
Training phases are high-level changes to a workout plan in order to maximize results. This is one way to use them.
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How to Instantly Start Improving Your Health
As I’ve grown older, I’ve come to true value of leading a quality, healthy lifestyle. In your teens and 20s you can get away with a lot more. (Even though you probably shouldn’t). Once 30 comes around, if you’re not already, it’s time to start improving your health and prioritizing longevity and healthspan. Living long isn’t very appealing if those years are filled with illness or discomfort. That’s why I’ve been committed to being as healthy as possible, and sharing my learnings (and even mistakes) along the way. Related: The perfect day for brain and body performance Good Sleep Is…
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The 6-Week Google Bard Workout Plan to Get Strong and Lean
Back in March I unofficially collaborated with ChatGPT to create a workout for me and our readers. It wasn’t too bad, actually. From there I decided to push things even further and have it design an entire 6-week workout plan. While I had to guide it a bit, what I got back wasn’t too bad either. I then pushed it even further and asked it for a meal plan, which also wasn’t too bad. Now, it’s Google Bard’s turn. Below is my unofficial collaboration with Google Bard on the 6-week Google Bard workout plan. I provided the perimeters and it…
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This Revolutionary 1-Hour Full Body Scan Could Save Your Life
I woke up at 3:30 in the morning in a total panic. It was the morning after I had received a full body scan from Prenuvo—the makers of the world’s most advanced whole body health scanner—and I couldn’t stop obsessing over the possibility of the scan picking something up bad. Could those stomach aches I’ve been having recently be from a tumor and not all the trains, planes, and automobiles, I’ve been on and off of, or the lack of hydration or eating normally I’ve been doing? No, it was the latter. How about those headaches? Is it an aneurysm?…
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Do Your First Pull-Up: Why You Struggle and How To Get Stronger
You might find doing your first pull-up a challenge, but don’t feel bad about it, there’s a lot of people in your situation. However, they are a great way to build upper body strength and improve your overall fitness so you should prioritize learning them. Here, we’ll breakdown some the reasons why your first pull-up may be a struggle and provide tips on how to get better at them, so you can conquer this classic exercise. Related: The 4-week Pull-Up workout plan Reasons Why Your First Pull-Up Is a Struggle Lack of Upper Body Strength One of the main reasons…
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90 Days of Workouts: A Full Send Into the Summer
Since January 1st, I’ve been posting my workouts just about every day to give you, our friends, followers, and the community here on HFP a blueprint to follow + keep me accountable. Now, I encourage you to take on the 90 Days of Workouts. For fun, let’s call it a Full Send Into Summer. This is the perfect time to ramp up your fitness routine. Why not give it a go? The Background on the 90 Days of Workouts: In January, or phase 1, my focus was on maintaining endurance, strength, and body composition. My workouts incorporated a mix of…
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The Over-50 Workout Plan to Stay Strong and Flexible
As we age, especially over-50, it’s crucial to maintain an active lifestyle and prioritize our health. Our Over-40 workout plan has proven to be a great success, and now we’re introducing a new workout plan specifically tailored for individuals aged 50 and above. This plan takes into account the unique challenges and goals of staying fit after 50 while providing a comprehensive and enjoyable workout routine. Related: Age-defying strategies to keep you feeling young and vibrant Benefits of Exercise After 50 As we journey through our 50s and beyond, the role of exercise becomes more crucial than ever. Engaging in…
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How 2 Water Bottles Helped Solve 3 Major Problems
When I first got into weight training in my teens and early 20s, I carried a plastic gallon jug of water everywhere I went. People thought I was a weirdo. I peed a lot, but I did feel great. As I became less and less of a gym rat and realized I needed to somewhat conform to normal human society, I ditched the $2.00 gallon water jug. As a result, I got less comments from the peanut gallery which was nice. But what else started happening was that I would forget to drink as much as I needed to throughout…
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FAQ: How do I break through a workout plateau?
If you’ve been working out consistently and suddenly hit a wall where you’re no longer seeing progress, you might be experiencing a workout plateau. The question is, “How do I break through a workout plateau?” The short answer is to change your routine, add variety, increase intensity, or take a deload week to allow your body to recover. Related: 35+ free workouts for different goals and ability levels Don’t forget to follow us on social media: Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter Strategies to Break Through a Workout Plateau 1. Change Your Routine If you’ve been following the same workout routine for…
