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How to Create a Fitness Plan

Author: heartandsoul September 18, 2020 September 18, 2020

Feeling sluggish? Starting a fitness program may be one of the best things you can do for your health. Physical activity can reduce your risk of chronic disease, improve your balance and coordination, help you lose weight — and even improve your sleep habits and self-esteem. Scroll down below as we break down how to … Continue reading

9 Best Fitness Apps for 2020

Author: heartandsoul August 3, 2020 August 3, 2020

Have you ever used a fitness app? With the coronavirus keeping many people from accessing their local gym or fitness class, the time is right to discover a new fitness app that’s right for you. There are so many choices, but I’m here to help you narrow down the 9 best fitness apps for 2020. … Continue reading

Circuit Training Workout for Beginners

Author: heartandsoul June 5, 2020 June 5, 2020

Are you new to working out and have no idea where to begin? Or, do you find yourself working out and not seeing the results? Muscles like to be used in a variety of ways to build bulk and flexibility. A workout routine that includes a variety of different exercises is a much better way … Continue reading

5 Easy Back Exercises You Can Do at Home

Author: heartandsoul May 8, 2020 June 4, 2020

Most people head into a workout focusing on the areas we consider the most noticeable — butt, stomach, legs, etc. However, many fitness experts agree that strong upper body muscles (and back muscles, specifically) are incredibly important if you’re seeking a sculpted look. In addition, working out your back helps against pain, injury, and … Continue reading

5 At Home Exercises You Can Do Anytime

Author: heartandsoul April 22, 2020 June 5, 2020

Someone joked on social media lately that it feels like they gained the “Quarantine 15” pounds. With the coronavirus causing us to be stuck at home without the use of a gym, many people are stopping their exercise routines altogether. However, there’s plenty of ways to stay fit inside your own home without the luxury … Continue reading

How to Avoid Stress Eating at Home

Author: heartandsoul April 17, 2020 June 5, 2020

If you find yourself itching for unhealthy foods during the COVID-19 pandemic, you’re not alone. In times of stress, I often turn to junk food as a coping mechanism. It’s because emotional eating, or stress eating, often works as a way to release chemicals in our brain like dopamine that trigger our pleasure center and … Continue reading

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