Training Tips for Increased Muscle and Strength

Fitness

What Are Metcon Workouts, and Should You Do Them?

By Andrew Heffernan CSCS, GCFP; July 17, 2017

Metabolic conditioning (AKA metcon) is a fast-and-furious training method that can burn fat in record time. Here’s everything you need to know to get started,...

Fitness

5 Genius Push-Up Improvements

By Andrew Heffernan CSCS, GCFP; May 31, 2017

You’ve been doing push-ups all your life. Now it’s time to start doing them the right way. Follow these tips to squeeze more out of...

Fitness

Try This Mini Workout Featuring Five Moves From P90

By Stephanie Saunders; January 4, 2017

Looking for a fast, effective program for getting back in shape? Look no further than P90, your “on switch” to fitness.

Fitness

How Long Can You Hold On?

By Hannah Rex; September 17, 2018

Hanging from a bar might look easy, but it requires more physical strength than you might think. Find out what it really takes to be...

Fitness

How to Lose Weight in Only 22 Minutes per Day

By Trevor Thieme, C.S.C.S.; January 4, 2017

Elite trainer Tony Horton has helped millions of men and women all over the world transform themselves with P90X, one of the toughest, total-body fitness...

Fitness

Sore, Hungry, or Slow? 3 Signs Your Program is Working

By Steve Edwards; May 17, 2017

Exercise makes us feel great. It makes us less hungry. It helps us perform everyday tasks better. Besides our health and the way we look,...

Fitness

How Much Weight Should You Be Lifting?

By Steve Edwards and Trevor Thieme, C.S.C.S.; October 29, 2018

Whether your goal is to gain mass, lose weight, or just get strong or ripped, here's a detailed look at how much weight you should...

Fitness

Day 30: Stay Still for a Six-Pack

By Trevor Thieme, C.S.C.S.; June 2, 2017

Isometric exercises (like the plank) are the most effective way to train your core, according to a recent study by scientists at the University of...

Fitness

7 Quick Moves to Help You Avoid Holiday Weight Gain

By Beachbody; December 17, 2015

It’s the holiday season, which means your schedule is probably pretty busy. And between the office parties and family gatherings, you might also be eating...

Fitness

What Exercise Looked Like 100 Years Ago

By William Courtney; June 2, 2017

See what exercise looked like in the past century, including fitness icons, body building equipment, and an early fitness video from the 1930s.

Fitness

4 Awesome Benefits of Pull-Ups

By Collette DeBenedetto; August 9, 2017

Pull-ups aren't easy, but they're great at helping your arms and back look amazing. Check out the benefits of pull-ups, and learn how to master...

Fitness

How to Do Twice-a-Day Workouts Safely and Effectively

By Steve Edwards; January 15, 2019

The BODathon is throwing a new twist into the Beachbody regimen: Asking you to do twice-a-day workouts. Our company thrives on making exercise time efficient....

Fitness

7 Secrets to Sticking with Exercise

By Beachbody; January 30, 2017

By August McLaughlin Staying fit is a super power, wellness-wise. Exercise can improve your energy levels, sleep quality, body composition, and overall health. While these...

Fitness

Why the BODathon Training Schedule Is Designed Like It Is

By Steve Edwards; September 24, 2018

Doing the BODathon training program can certainly get you ripped. Let’s go through the process so you can not only see what you’re in for,...

Fitness

How to Get Better at Pull-Ups

By Collette DeBenedetto and Andrew Heffernan CSCS, GCFP; August 2, 2017

Pull-ups help you develop a strong, defined back and shoulders. But they're not easy. Here are four exercises to help you get better at doing...

Fitness

What Is Tabata Training?

By Jordan Burchette; August 22, 2017

If you could microwave a workout down to 1/15th the amount of time — the way you can, say, a bag of popcorn — you’d do...

Fitness

Can You Really Gain Muscle While You Sleep?

By Hannah Rex; August 10, 2015

A good night’s sleep can lead to great things: improved memory, sharper thinking, and feeling refreshed and being ready to take on the day. According...

Nutrition

How Carbs Can Help You Get the Most Out of Your Workout

By Mike Scarr; October 17, 2016

Contrary to popular belief, carbs are not the enemy. In fact, if you’re looking to improve your athletic performance, they’re a potent ally. Along with...