I visited a local GNC to find out what supplements they recommended for a triathlete trying to increase speed. I explained that I’d been competing in
For years, I lived by the “eat more frequently” mantra.
As a personal trainer, I even urged my clients to eat every two to three hours, in an effort to boost their metabolism. My belief in this weight-loss method was founded in my own experience. I’d gone from being a pudgy adolescent to a fit and trim fitness buff and competitive triathlete.
I once had a co-worker who, in what appeared to be a drastically short amount of time, went from being a very plump 14, to a sporty
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Long gone are the days when women complained about their butts being too big. As demonstrated by Kim Kardashian (and now apparently her sisters as
There is no more telling form of self-hatred than when a person deliberately bleaches their skin. The practice becomes especially tragic when the people who
As a Black woman, fitness enthusiast, and mother, I have strong opinions about the state of our health. I don’t believe in making excuses for
When life gets overwhelming, it’s easy to make excuses for skipping out on the gym. You don’t have time to work out, or you’re just
I’ve always been a bit fearless. Even as a child, I was willing to explore the unknown, even if it frightened me. I love a
When did you develop your passion for health care? Is it something you always knew you wanted to be involved in? My father was the
Can you run 10 miles before fatigue starts to set in, or do you feel tired after only a few minutes of exercise? Understanding exercise-related fatigue
I have been exercising in my living room since I was 15 years old. It’s convenient, cost-effective and time-efficient. After the birth of my twins,
Stacy Patrice is a sought after as a director, synergist, facilitator, speaker and producer of what she terms “yoga lifestyle” movements.
As an endurance athlete, I’ve lost up to two pounds of water weight in a training session. I’ve learned to pay close attention to my
Jumping rope is a great way to get in shape. It involves the entire body and is a high-impact exercise that burns a lot of
I have been running and competing in triathlon for 10 years. I began my journey into endurance sports with my end goal in mind: to
I’m sure you’ve seen the heart rate charts posted on the walls and cardio machines at your gym, but you aren’t sure how they apply
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