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7 High-Intensity Workouts For Greater Muscle Growth

1 of 8<p>Up The Intensity<p>There will come a time in the near future, however, when you'll want to experiment with more advanced methods, or "intensity …

The DETOX Workouts: Four Moves to Attack Your Fat Cells

This is the third day of the <b>DETOX</b> plan as demonstrated by John Gioffre. For the complete program, go to mensfitness.com/Detox<p><b>THE WORKOUT</b><p>Complete 3 …

50 Ways to Live Large on a Small Budget

You don't have to be rich to live the good life.<p>You don’t have to wait until you’re raking in the big bucks to live the rich life. Instagram-worthy …

Learn How To Code For Free Using These Top 10 Coding Lesson Sites

In the past half a decade or so there has been a lot of concerted effort to make learning how to code a mainstream thing in the society. From boot …

#Recipe : Slow Cooker General Tso's Chicken

Recipes<p><b>INGREDIENTS</b><p>3 large boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 2 pounds), chopped into bite size pieces<br>2 tablespoons oil<br>1 cup corn starch<br>1 …

Oatmeal Blueberry Yogurt Pancakes (gluten free, high protein!)

Oatmeal Blueberry Yogurt Pancakes (gluten free, high protein!)<p>Prep time<p>5 mins<p>Cook time<p>5 mins<p>Total time<p>10 mins<p>Healthy Pancakes made in the blender …

Top 5 Best Exercises to Do On Your Off Workout Days

Rest after workout is crucial for fitness performance and gains, that’s why having days off is a standard technique for muscle recovery. But if you …

Muscle Building Foods - List of Post & Pre Workout Foods That Help in Bodybuilding

Nutrition plays a major role in muscle building. You should maintain a good diet regime for increasing your muscle mass with ease. Muscle building …

Here's What You Should Eat For Breakfast For The Rest Of The Week

#MealPrepGoals<p>* Bacon<p>* Sausage<p>* Baby Red Potatoes /quartered<p>* 1 Red Pepper /chopped<p>* 1 Yellow Onion /chopped<p>* Salt and Pepper<p>* 10 Eggs - beaten<p>* 1 Bag Shredded Cheese<p>* 1 Bunch Green Onions /sliced<p>* Flour Tortillas<p>* Parchment Paper<p>In a large skillet over medium heat, cook bacon (in batches if …

33 Healthy Things To Eat After You Work Out

Recover with these easy recipes. Personal trainer not included.<p><i>Recipes originally appeared on Spoon University.</i><p><b>For more, like Spoon University on Facebook, pin them on Pinterest, and subscribe on YouTube.</b>

The Healthy Pasta Recipes You Want And Need

We're just going to start out by saying that yes, we know, pasta isn't exactly on the top of the list of healthy foods. It's usually made with refined flour and offers very little nutritional value (although whole wheat and wheat-alternative pastas are becoming more and more popular). <i>But</i>, what …

27 Five-Ingredient Dinner Recipes for Stress-Free Meals

There are few kitchen nightmares that are worse than finding a recipe that sounds ah-mazing, then seeing an ingredient section longer than your …

101 Fun and Interesting Questions To Perk Up Boring Gatherings

A few years ago, our family had a holiday season jam-packed with car travel and a series of festive dinners at nice restaurants. As the mom of four teenagers at that time, I saw the writing on the wall: our idyllic holiday break could easily devolve into everyone staring at their own electronic …

The 22 best small towns to visit in your lifetime

All around the globe, there are lots of small towns with an old-school atmosphere, incredible landscape, and an array of activities for travelers.<p>We've put together a list of 22 delightful small towns to visit around the world, from the coastal town of Positano, Italy, to Bled, Slovenia, whose …

The Only Way You Should Be Making Your Sweet Potatoes For Thanksgiving Dinner

Must make, immediately.<p>Makes approximately 12 Stacks.<p>Here's what you need:<p>- 4 Large Sweet Potatoes<p>- 2 Tbsp Salted Butter - Melted<p>- 2 Tbsp Coconut Oil<p>- 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese<p>- 3/4 tsp Ground Cumin<p>- 1/2 tsp Ground Cinnamon<p>- 1/2 tsp Red Pepper Flakes<p>- 12-15 Marshmallows<p>Carefully slice Sweet Potatoes …

Waist Warriors Unite! 4 Tips and Tools for Minimizing Belly Fat

<i>by guest blogger Pam Peeke, MD, MPH, FACP, best-selling author and expert on health, fitness, and nutrition</i><p>Here is a wake-up call to everyone who thinks that risk for disease and early death is determined by weight and BMI alone. It's not. The latest news is that you need to pay attention to your …

The Top 10 Ways to Instantly Start Building More Muscle

1. Train harder<p>Sometimes the determining factor for gaining muscle and smashing through plateaus is simply turning up your training intensity. Many …

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5 Spice Rubs That Make Chicken Mind-Blowingly Delicious

Because there’s so much more to life than lemon pepper<p>Cooking a big batch of chicken breasts on Sunday is one of the easiest ways to prep protein for your entire week. But eating the same thing day after day is boring as hell.<p>Enter: spice rubs. Whip up several of these mixtures so you can roast …

The Ultimate Bourbon-Maple Sweet Potato Casserole with Pecans

<b>Ingredients</b><p>6 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 2-inch pieces<br>• 4 cups apple cider<br>• 6 cups water<br>• 2/3 cup pure maple syrup<br>• 1 stick, plus 2 tablespoons (5 ounces) unsalted butter, plus more for the baking dish<br>• 2 tablespoons bourbon<br>• 1 teaspoon salt<br>• 1 cup chopped pecans<br>• Scant 1/2 teaspoon chipotle powder …

Taco Bowl with Avocado Lime Dressing

Mom, can we have tacos for dinner? I hear that question more than once a week. Mexican food is a staple in our home and as my children would say, we …

A retired Navy SEAL commander breaks down his morning fitness routine that starts before dawn

Jocko Willink retired from 20 years serving as a US Navy SEAL in 2010, but his morning routine is as intense as ever.<p>Willink is the former commander of Task Unit Bruiser, which became the most decorated special-operations unit in the Iraq War. In his new book, "Extreme Ownership: How US Navy SEALs …

10 'French Fry' Recipes That Aren't Super-Bad for You

Aside from maybe having a slumber party with Tina Fey and Amy Poehler, there is little in life that can compare with French fries. But before you run out to the nearest Mickey D's, consider these ten healthier alternatives.<p><b>Zucchini "Fries"</b><p>Crispy, salty and delicious. <b>Get the recipe</b>.<p><b>Baked Sweet</b> …

5 places deal-savvy travelers should go in 2016

Slide 1 of 6<p><b>Puerto Vallarta, Mexico</b><p>This year, the Mexican peso fell to a record low against the dollar — and it remains in low territory. For U.S. …

The Workout That Will Pump Up Your Arms in 10 Minutes Flat | Men's Health

Instead of a pair of dumbbells or a barbell, you’ll grab a band for the curl and a kettlebell for the kickback.<p>The reason: Muscles adapt quickly to exercise, so even the smallest tweak to a movement—like switching the implement—can accelerate growth and build strength throughout your arms, says …

Which Is Better For Weight Loss: Cardio Or Weights?

Every day the question pops up in gyms across the country: "I already run/bike/swim/[insert your favorite cardio here]. Do I need to strength train?" Meanwhile, with the growing popularity of boot camp and CrossFit, women who have clicked with lifting are wondering if they still need cardio. While …

The Post-Workout Snack Fitness Instructors Swear By

If it's not already part of your exercise routine, it definitely should be.<p>Photograph courtesy of Lisa Niren<p>When we asked 10 top fitness instructors to share what they munch on after a tough workout, a clear theme emerged: They're not munching on anything at all. However, a majority said they do …

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How to get single-digit body fat

At a fitness conference last spring, I joined some friends for breakfast. It was a normal breakfast up until the moment Spencer Nadolsky, D.O., pulled a scale out of his gym bag to weigh a banana. I knew Nadolsky was preparing for a bodybuilding contest.<p>I knew drug-free bodybuilders get obsessive …