If your workouts always have you moving, it may be time to add some isometric exercises to take your results to the next level. “Isometric exercises increase the target muscle’s time under tension, which is a key growth stimulus,” explains Trevor Thieme, C.S.C.S., executive director of fitness and nutrition content at BODi. What Is Isometric […]
With nearly 3 million YouTube subscribers and a laundry list of accolades as a strength athlete, Larry Wheels is easily one of the most recognizable figures in the fitness industry. However, if you only know him by name, you may be surprised at how drastically different he looks compared to some of the photos from […]
Baddha konasana wins the prize for most aliases. Its common name is bound-angle pose, but it’s also known as butterfly pose, cobbler’s pose, and even soles pose, depending on the type of yoga you practice. The direct translation from Sanskrit is bound-angle pose (baddha = bound, kona = angle, asana = posture/seat), and it gets that name because the soles of the […]
Protein is the number one macronutrient that most gym rats and athletes associate with building muscle. It’s usually the centerpiece of a goal-focused diet plan, whether it’s a big serving of grilled meat taking up the majority of room on a plate or a shaker bottle filled to the brim with protein powder. Some of […]
We receive free products and receive commissions through our links. See disclosures page. Having already earned my CPR/AED and CPT certifications through the International Sports Sciences Association (ISSA), I was eager to explore other options that could enhance my abilities and income-earning opportunities as a fitness professional. As I expanded my client base at YouFit, […]
Although it looks like a simple move, the side leg raise packs a lot of benefits. Not only is it versatile enough to be performed anywhere — even during a Netflix binge — but it also helps “turn on” your glutes, which assist during other exercises like squats and lunges. That can also help with daily activity, especially in preventing lower […]
October 25, 2023 | BY: BODi October 25, 2023 BODi We stan flavor matches like peanut butter + jelly. Their relationship is timeless and forever, but when Snickerdoodle Shakeology enters the chat? #heaven. This superfood shake is anything but basic. Snickerdoodle Shakeology, with creamy vanilla with swirls of cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger, mixes it up […]
Qualifying for the Olympia just became a bigger challenge. Written by Stephen Sheehan, CPT Last updated on October 25, 2023 While previous Mr. Olympia winners, including current titleholder Hadi Choopan and 2019 champion Brandon Curry don’t have to worry, other Olympia hopefuls suddenly face a steeper climb to secure a spot in the most prestigious […]
Watch a warm-up for any soccer team — from your local junior varsity squad to the World Cup champs — and you’re bound to see the toe taps exercise. A lot like jogging in place but with more precision, toe taps require the player to repeatedly tap a soccer ball with alternating feet, often while circling the […]
October 24, 2023 | BY: BODi October 24, 2023 BODi These Cinnamon Crumb Donuts give big crumb cake vibes — from the fluffy cake-like donut to the tender, sweet crumb topping. Each gorgeous donut contains 14 grams of protein, so they’re perfect as a part of a balanced, healthy breakfast. Or afternoon snack. Or post-dinner […]