One of the main differences between aerobic and anaerobic exercise is the intensity level. Aerobic exercise is also commonly referred to as moderate intensity, while anaerobic exercise is more vigorous and can’t be sustained for long periods of time. Anaerobic exercise is usually done in intervals with rest periods in between. Any exercise has many […]
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How to Exercise When You Are Depressed
Exercise can help lift your mood when you are feeling depressed due to the release something called endorphins in the brain. These endorphins can make you feel good because they create euphoric effects in the brain. However, even though there are many positive effects from exercise that can help depression, it can be challenging to even start exercising when […]
10 Easy ways to sneak exercise into your day
Only about 25% of North American adults exercise regularly. In addition to that most of us spend our time performing sedentary tasks like driving to work, sitting at the desk, eating in the cafeteria, shopping online, playing video games, watching TV and reading in bed. Lack of Exercise is bad for your health A lack […]
What do eat (and not eat) before your run
What are the best foods to eat before your run? The most important factor in a pre-run snack or meal is digestibility. Proper digestion requires time and blood supply. Timing does matter If the food in your stomach has not been digested completely you might end up with stomach cramps. Foods are digested at a […]
6 Secrets on How to Get Flat Abs
It seems losing the flab and getting a flat stomach is on everyone’s want list and a goal for New Year’s resolutions. However, sometimes getting a flat stomach can seem elusive even when you think you’re doing all the right things. While everyone’s genetics and weight loss can vary, there are some common tips that […]
What is the Best Workout for Weight Loss?
There are no doubts about the multiple health benefits of exercise, but there are many different forms of exercise. For example, Pilates is very different from running which is different from weight lifting. All may have benefits, but which type of exercise is best for weight loss? While there may be no single exercise that […]
Benefits of Weight Lifting that will Surprise You
There are many health benefits with weight lifting, but probably the benefit that comes to mind the most is the benefit of increasing muscle mass. However, weight lifting has many other surprising health benefits that go beyond increasing muscle mass. Weight lifting does not have to mean heavy, bulky lifting. Weight lifting can be done […]
Should you skip your workout today?
Most of the time when you’re debating about if you should workout or not, you probably should. If you’re debating exercising or not based just on not feeling like it, exercise anyway because you won’t regret it. However, there are instances when skipping your workout may be more beneficial than exerting your body through exercise. […]
Post-Workout Mistakes That Cause Weight Gain
Exercising has many health benefits for weight maintenance and lowering risk for many chronic diseases. The American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) recommends 150 minutes of moderate exercise per week, weight train each major muscle group 2-3 times per week and do flexibility and neuromuscular training 2-3 days per week. Even though weight loss is […]
5 of the Best Ways to Build Muscle Fast
Building muscle can take time, but tweaking your exercise and diet can help you gain muscle faster. By making sure you are eating the right amount of nutrients, recovering properly and stimulating muscle growth through strength training, you can build muscle faster. Here are some specific tips how these things can help you build muscle […]
Stay motivated with these 5 motivational quotes
5 Motivation quotes to help you stay on track and achieve your fitness goals. Don’t forget to Follow Calorie Secrets on Pinterest for more motivation!
Tuesday Fitness Motivation
Motivation is perhaps the most important factor for achieving your fitness and weight loss goals. Without motivation you cannot do too much even if you follow the best diet or fitness program. Tuesday fitness motivation will help you stay motivated and search for the inner energy needed to take your workouts to the next level! […]
