3 Bulking Mistakes to Avoid

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When it comes to calories, we commonly discuss them in the context of needing to reduce our calorie intake to achieve weight loss, but that’s not the case for everyone; if you’re trying to put on muscle, you may need to bulk, or intentionally and consistently eat at a calorie…

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How Long Should a Diet Last?

How long a diet should last depends on your weight loss goals

Even though lots of people try to diet at some point in their lives, most of them don’t know how to do it properly. They might not know how to change their dietary habits to achieve weight loss, or they eventually give up because they might not have any expectations…

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How to Cut Back on Calories without Dieting

Food choice and portion control aren't the only ways for how to cut back on calories

Restricting your calories in an attempt to lose weight can be very demanding in many ways. Physically, you must be able to tolerate the hunger and fatigue that comes with eating at a calorie deficit. Mentally, you must be able to manage your cravings, control your appetite, and stay disciplined…

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Best Cardio Exercises to Burn Calories Quickly

There are many different cardio exercises to burn calories efficiently

In my post Cardio Workouts and Weight Loss, I discuss the common misconception that exercise is the main catalyst for weight loss, and why focusing instead on your diet is a far more effective approach. Yet, I also state that although it shouldn’t primarily be used for losing weight, cardio…

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How to Fit Working Out Into a Busy Schedule

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Although I’ve previously written about how to get through your workout more quickly, I realize that time is still very much a limiting factor for many people who want to get into an exercise routine. For some people, it can be very difficult to fit working out into their schedules….

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How to Be Able to Bench a Plate

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Being able to finally bench a plate can be a big milestone for many people. It’s often regarded as the moment when a person unofficially transitions from being a beginner to an intermediate in the gym. To be clear, benching a plate is common gym terminology for being able to…

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