What Kind of Muffin Are You?
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The Science of IIFYM, Flexible Dieting, and Eating Smart
Did you ever look through a fitness Instagram account only to realize that this extremely fit individual also eats Oreos and pop tarts on a daily basis? Did you ever wonder how they could keep such a lean body while still enjoying those delicious treats? For many years, it was […]
3 Reasons Why You Should Lift Weights If You’re A Woman
You’ve probably heard somewhere that women shouldn’t lift weights because they will get too bulky. Although those in the fitness and bodybuilding industry clearly show that this myth is exactly just that, a myth, many women continue to stay clear of the weight room area for fear of looking too […]
3 Reasons Why Being Flexible With Your Fitness Lifestyle is Important
Have you ever turned down a restaurant invitation for fear of going over your calories or eating out of your nutrition plan? Did you ever regret eating one dessert so much that you just continued to eat badly for the rest of the day? If you did, you’re definitely not […]
The Two Keys To Staying Healthy in College
In every aspect of life, maintaining a balance and doing things in moderation are what lead to long-term success and happiness. Although it may not always seem like it, staying healthy while in college is very possible. With the right steps and by forming good habits, it eventually stops becoming […]
Transformation Tuesday | Bullied to Bodybuilder
Throughout my life, I always had weight problems. I was always the “big guy”, the guy who was picked last for any sport, the guy who didn’t have many friends, the guy who just didn’t belong. In elementary school, I had trouble playing on the playground, seeing as how I […]
NEDA Awareness Week | Strong, Not Skinny
For three years, I destroyed my body in a pretentious search for confidence. Reflecting on past attempts taken to attain peace with my self-image, I have come to realize the grave reality behind starving or over-working my body. However, before I realized how much I was hurting myself, nothing could […]
5 Simple Ways To Stick To Your New Year’s Resolution To Stay Fit
February is upon us and it’s a good time to check on those New Year’s Resolutions. It’s exciting to start the year with a blank slate and new goals. We typically dive head first into our quest for self-improvement. But, that excitement can waver quickly. It happens. But, just because […]
Transformation Tuesday | Making The Impossible, Possible
I moved to the United States from Puerto Rico when I was 4. I started playing baseball at a very young age and continued playing until high school. But after feeling “burned out” from the sport, I decided to call it quits to focus on my academics. At this point, […]