21 of the World’s Coolest Gyms

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Let’s Travel to These Awesome Gyms

Look, we are all about doing things our own way but that doesn’t mean we can’t appreciate the awesome facilities out there! I mean seriously, do you want to exercise while cruising down the Amazon? Or throw around weights on the beach? Maybe even hit the treadmill while overlooking the River Nile? How about working out in the same place where world-class Olympic athletes train daily? Uhh duh!

Is Egg Yolks Good For You

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We’re Fans of Breakfast and the Egg Yolk

I think it can do some amazing things for you. Not only does it just start your day off right, but it can also decrease your hunger throughout the morning and actually increase weight loss. I believe any breakfast should include whole eggs, yolks included. These protein powerhouses are full of vitamin A, B, iron, and nutrients as well!

How to Become A Personal Trainer

How to Become A Personal Trainer

Become A Personal Trainer: Are you Ready?

Want to become a personal trainer? If you love exercising and want to share your knowledge and make a career out of it (or even just on the side) you may want to consider getting certified as a personal fitness trainer. Being certified by an accredited organization allows you to pass on your knowledge and make a nice salary in the process.

Check out our sister site that is solely based around helping you get your personal trainer certification: www.BecomeaPersonalTrainerHQ.com

Making Your Resolution Work

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This Year Finally Stick to Your Resolutions

It’s that time of the year again; time to make New Year’s resolutions!

Once a year, we get the chance to make some awesome resolutions and we get the chance to break them two weeks later!

That’s what they are for, right? We are constantly making multiple, colossal goals but hardly ever sticking to them. It’s great to make lofty goals for the upcoming year but you also need to make them attainable and there are several ways to make them easier to attain. Let’s check out some solutions on how to stick to your New Year’s resolutions:

Holiday Health: Happy Holiday Tips

Holiday Health: Stay healthy during the holidays

The holidays can be rough on your checkbook and waistline.

I mean the countless dinners, family get-togethers, and libations multiplied by always being on the go can really derail your health program. Although it can feel almost impossible to stay on top of your fitness and nutrition, here are 4 rules for keeping weight off during the holidays – holiday health at its finest!

Deadly Compromises

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Quit Making Unhealthy Compromises

Every day we make unhealthy compromises due to our hectic schedule. At the time, these unhealthy compromises seem trivial but when multiplied over the course of a day, a month, or even a year they really add up! Compromises are great when it comes to the national budget, who gets to use the restroom first, who gets to drive….etc. but when it comes to our health they can be deadly!

We all make these compromises, every one of us, we just need to understand that unhealthy compromises lead to poor health.

Joan Pagano: Strength Training for Women

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Joan Pagano – Strength Training for Women

Joan Pagano took the time from her busy schedule to answer a few questions on the importance of strength training for women. She just released her fourth book (Strength Training Exercises for Women) and the recent launch of her a new site! She brought the knowledge!

Baked Fish Recipes

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Baked Fish Recipe

Baked chicken and fish are my favorite proteins to eat. Not only is it loaded with protein but also heart-healthy omega 3’s. My favorite way to make baked fish if I’m pinched for time is to buy it frozen in bulk and bake it. This way I can make it whenever I want without having to worry about spoilage. Of course, fresh fish is amazingly awesome and tastes better, frozen is what I usually go with!

Baked Fish Ingredients

  • 2 – 8-10 oz fish fillet
  • Minced onions
  • Minced garlic
  • Black pepper
  • Garlic if you want
  • Incredibly simple!

Fat Jargon: What are good fats?

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Get in the Know on What are Good Fats

Trans, saturated, unsaturated, polyunsaturated, monounsaturated fats…what normal person can keep all of these separate if you don’t deal with the jargon every day? You hear about these fats all the time and most of the time I’m betting you don’t remember which is which (no worries, I struggle to keep them straight myself). It’s even hard to remember which ones are good for you and which ones will kill you, there is one that can kill you isn’t there? Let’s break down the skinny on fats, minus the jargon!

Three Quick Facts About Green Tea

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Green Tea… The Ultimate Drink?

Although it has been around for centuries, one of the biggest fads in the health industry these days is drinking green tea. It even made our top 20 list of healthiest foods. What’s the catch? Why is this stuff so good for you? We break down 3 reasons why you should be drinking this stuff daily!