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Barre vs. Pilates: What’s the Difference?
If you’re looking to lean out, sculpt your muscles and get stronger, barre and Pilates are both great options. Here’s how to figure out which one is best for you.
Prenatal Yoga: Benefits, Tips and Poses
Growing a baby isn't just about eating for two—you are also moving for two! Learn how prenatal yoga can support a healthy mood, improve relaxation and fitness, and better prepare you for a comfortable childbirth.
Resistance Bands: Types, Benefits and Workout Guide
Curious about getting on the resistance bands “band” wagon? Learn more about different types of resistance bands, how they can maximize your workout and support your physical well-being and discover 10 exercises you can do anytime, anywhere!
14 Best Workout Routines for People Over 50
Everything from your hobbies to your hair color changes as you get older. And your workouts need to evolve with your age, too! Learn about how to maximize your fitness goals as you age and which workouts can benefit anyone over 50.
BCAAs vs. Creatine: What to Add to Your Workout Regimen
BCAAs or creatine? Both of these popular workout supplements promote muscle growth and maintenance, support overall athletic performance and even benefit recovery after exercise. So which is best for your fitness goals?
Yoga Nidra: Explore Your Inner World Through Meditation
A 20-minute yoga session with the restorative power of several hours of sleep? Sign us up! Yoga nidra offers the stress-relieving benefits of a full yoga class without moving an inch.
Cozy Cardio: Cardio Training at Home
If it's been ages since your last workout and you're intimidated by the gym scene, it's time to introduce yourself to "cozy cardio," a fitness trend that gets your body and your mind in the mood for movement.
Chair Yoga for Seniors: 11 Chair Yoga Positions Everyone Can Do
Usually, taking things sitting down is seen as a bad thing, but chair yoga turns that concept on its head. In this form of yoga, sitting down is the perfect way to capture the relaxation and health benefits of this ancient exercise practice, and it’s a great option if lower back comfort is your health goal.
Micro Workouts: How a Little Exercise Can Make a Big Difference
Finding it hard to make time in your day for a workout? How about a micro workout? Turns out these little workouts can have a big impact. Explore the different kinds of short burst exercises you can add to your day and how these workout “snacks” can benefit your health.
Ten Yoga Poses to Increase Flexibility
Getting on your mat for 10 minutes can benefit your mind, body and spirit. Say "Namaste" to lean muscle mass, flexibility and balance with these yoga poses.
Wall Yoga For Beginners: More Than a Dozen Poses
New(ish) to yoga but want to attempt more challenging poses? Wall yoga lets you practice your yoga poses with the safety of a solid wall at your side (or back). Try these poses to stretch your practice further (literally).
13 Foam Roller Exercises to Support Muscle Recovery
Are you doing everything you can when it comes to your muscle recovery? If you’re looking to relieve tension in your muscles, similar to a good stretch, it might be time to try foam rolling! We have 13 foam rolling exercises you can do at home, after a workout, or even if you have a minute to spare.
13 Couples Yoga Poses for Your Mind, Body and Relationship
Ready to connect to your partner, body and mind? Couples yoga pairs partners in mirror or complementary poses to build trust, communication—and a really great core!
Yin Yoga: Poses, Benefits and More
Can you stretch your way to less stress? The stillness and long holds of yin yoga poses deliver health benefits for both your body and brain, with participants reporting better stress management and mindfulness in as little as five weeks of practice.
Fat-Burning Heart Rate: What It Is and How to Calculate Yours
Ready to get in the zone? The fat-burning zone, that is! There are 5 different heart rate zones that all benefit your health in different ways. But which one is the best for burning fat and weight loss?
Creatine for Women: Benefits, Uses and More
Go for your gains! Creatine, an amino acid derivative known for being a popular workout supplement, has some extra special benefits for women. Discover the health-promoting benefits of creatine for women—from mood and muscle recovery to maintaining your natural stores and more.
Yoga for Relaxation: Calming the Mind and Body
This flowing form of exercise has long been used to encourage deep relaxation, meditation, healthy stress management and many other health benefits. We’ve got a 7-step plan to help you claim your calm.
Why Is Stretching so Important?
Short on time and think you can skip your stretch? Think again. Stretching before and after a workout benefits you more than you think! From increasing your range of motion to supporting your mental health, we have 6 science-backed benefits of regular stretch sessions.
Best Calisthenics Workout Plan for Beginners
If the last time you heard the word "calisthenics" was when you were in your junior high P.E. class, get ready to be reintroduced to this full-body workout that’s both benefit-packed and beginner-friendly.
Yoga for Core Strength: Build Your Core and Strengthen Your Mind
Want to pump up those abdominal muscles? Ready, set, hold! Maintaining yoga postures can help strengthen core muscles while promoting healthy flexibility, healthy cognitive function and more!
12 Functional Training Exercises You Need to Try
Want to carry in all of those grocery bags in a single trip? Or outrun your toddler grandchildren? Whatever your reason for wanting to improve your ability to perform daily tasks, functional fitness training has you covered. Find out 12 exercises you can do today!
How to Replenish Electrolytes: Best Sources
Your body relies on electrolytes more than you know. But what exactly do they do for your body and when exactly do you need to replenish them? From sports drinks to whole foods, learn about the best sources of electrolytes and how to make sure you’re getting enough.
11 CrossFit Workouts at Home You Can Do with Little or No Equipment
Life getting in the way of your gym schedule? At-home CrossFit workouts to the rescue! Here are nearly a dozen workouts that are adaptable to any fitness level and that you can do easily from the comfort of your own home with little to no equipment.
10 Health Benefits of Swimming: Let’s Dive In
Ready to take the plunge into better health? Whether you want to bolster your lung capacity, clear your mind or pamper those joints, here are 10 reasons why you should grab your goggles and go!
AMRAP Workouts: Are They Good for You?
Looking for a quick strength training routine that benefits your cardio health, your muscles…and more? Look no further than AMRAP! Completing “as many reps as possible” gets your body moving and your heart rate up.
Hot Yoga: Why You Should Turn Up the Heat
Ready to heat up your wellness routine? Here are 10 health benefits of hot yoga, ranging from deeper stretches to bone density.
Kegel Exercises: How to Support Your Pelvic Floor
Kegel exercises are designed to strengthen pelvic flood muscles and maintain bladder health and function, especially as we age. Here’s everything you need to know about Kegels—plus, five wellness tips for a healthy bladder and urinary health.
What is Powerlifting? A Strength Routine for Beginners
Schedule too packed for set after set of strength exercises? It might be time to try powerlifting, a sport where you can maximize your strength in a short amount of time. Quit spending hours in the gym and learn more about the gains you can achieve with powerlifting.
5 Breathing Exercises for Lung Capacity
Your lungs work hard for you. It’s time to return the favor. Here are 5 lung capacity exercises that will have you inhaling and exhaling deeply for the long haul.
Tabata Workout: High Intensity in a Short Period of Time
Tabata is a type of HIIT workout you can do in as few as 4 minutes. Plus, it has surprising health and fitness benefits to keep you moving. Discover the top reasons to try a Tabata workout and the top 10 exercises to incorporate with it.
What to Eat Before and After a Workout: Dietitian's Guide
Working out burns calories and can make you hungry—so what should you eat before and after exercise to properly fuel your body? Our registered dietitian explains how different macronutrients prepare you for your sweat session—and help you recover when it’s time to throw in the towel.
Workout Motivation: 13 Ways to Pump Yourself Up!
You know you’re supposed to exercise—your health, physical, mental and emotional—depend upon it. But what if you’re not in the mood? Not to worry—these 13 motivational hacks will have you back at the gym with gusto!
How to Recover Your Muscles Like an Athlete
Better sore than sorry? Not always. As any athlete knows, whether you’re pumping iron in the gym or doing resistance training at home, rest is an essential part of building and maintaining strength. Here are 8 tips to recover those muscles like an athlete.
10 Easy Exercises to Strengthen Your Glutes
Your glutes are the largest, most powerful muscles in your body. Strengthening your glutes ensures you run fast, lunge well and jump high. Make sure your workout routine includes these top 10 bottom-building exercises.
Restorative Yoga: A Muscle Recovery Guide
Rest and recovery are important parts of any workout routine. Recovery yoga may help you relax your muscles and mind and relieve the soreness and stress of the day.
Working Out Too Much? 15 Recovery Tips
Are you training hard but not seeing the results you want? You may be overtraining. Here’s how to know if you have overtraining syndrome. Plus, 15 tips on how to recover!
What are High-Intensity Workouts? Health Benefits, Types and Ideas
You don’t need a lot of time or special equipment to improve your fitness, have fun and torch a ton of calories in the process! Here’s everything you need to know about HIIT.
13 Workout Supplements that Work: From Creatine to BCAAs
Meet your new “gym buddies!” These 13 workout supplements can help you crush those fitness goals—whether you are aiming to increase muscle mass, build endurance, or power through your workouts with more energy.
Best Exercises for Heart Health
A little exercise goes a long way when it comes to strengthening your heart and improving your overall health. Make sure to incorporate these heart healthy exercises into your wellness routine today.
Is HMB Good for Bodybuilding?
HMB, beta-hydroxy beta-methylbutyrate, is a natural compound that boosts your muscle mass and strength and supports recovery.
How to Get Back in Shape After Inactivity
These quick, simple tricks will help get you back in shape, from couch to cardio, after months of inactivity.
6 Brain-Changing Benefits of Exercise
Need another reason to exercise? How about six! Here’s half a dozen ways exercise changes your brain, supporting memory, cognition and more.
Best Cardio Chores to Burn Calories at Home
Not motivated to work out after cleaning, or maybe all those chores made you too tired to exercise? Life Extension's exclusive house-cleaning-cardio is the answer.
Waist Trainers: Are There Better Ways to Shape Your Body?
Perhaps you have considered buying a waist trainer, a body shaping device that influencers like Kardashian made popular. Consider the pros and cons of this corset.
What Are the Benefits of Arjuna?
Want to stay young at heart? Learn how arjuna bark extract keeps your most important muscle in primed pumping condition!
9 Daily Stretches for Beginners
The benefits of a full-body stretch go beyond feeling refreshed. Having a stretch routine can help maintain supple joints and a healthy heart. Here’s what you need to know.
Best Exercises for Menopause
Hot flashes, mood swings, weight gain, oh my! Menopause, while unwelcome, doesn’t have to mean that you have to just grin and bear it. A smart workout plan, including targeted exercises, can help tackle the most common symptoms of menopause and have you looking and feeling your fittest.
L-Carnosine vs. L-Carnitine: Which Is Best for You?
Carnosine or carnitine? That is the question. While these amino acid derivatives sound similar, it may surprise you that they actually have little in common. So which should you take?
11 High-Protein Vegetables to Add to Your Diet
Want to add more vegetables to your high-protein diet, but don’t know where to start? Our list of 11 high-protein veggies can help you find the right taste for your table.
Benefits of Hot and Cold Therapy
Ready to feel the heat? Or is it time to cool down? That’s the million-dollar question when it comes to hot and cold therapy. Explore what these therapies are, how they can benefit your body (especially when it comes to muscle relief) and when you should use them.
13 Benefits of Taurine Supplements: Dosages, Uses, Safety
Taurine is a popular supplement among athletes—that’s why it’s in energy drinks. But did you know that this amino acid benefits everything from your brain to gene expression?
Protein Waffles Recipe: Healthy Breakfasts
Looking for a tasty breakfast recipe that will keep you satisfied until lunch? Try these protein waffles, which you can serve sweet (with the traditional maple syrup) or savory, topped with avocado and an egg.
When to Take BCAA Supplements
Consider BCAAs to be your “workout buddy,” encouraging you to do just one more rep. But these essential amino acids aren’t just for muscle recovery. Let’s dive into all the benefits.
When to Take Creatine: A Beginner’s Guide
If you want to be a beast in the gym and build lean muscles, then you might want to consider supplementing with creatine.
L-Tyrosine Benefits: Uses & Supplement Guide
L-tyrosine benefits your mind, mood and exercise performance—but do you need to take a supplement? Here's what you need to know about this popular amino acid.
Glutamine Supplements: An Essential Guide
Glutamine is a favorite supplement among athletes and everyday health seekers alike. Here’s everything you need to know about adding glutamine to your routine.
Post Workout Recipe: Protein Powder Chocolate Chip Cookies
Life Extension’s vanilla whey protein powder helps to make these chocolate chip cookies as good for your muscle and immune system health as they are delicious.
Diet vs. Exercise for Weight Loss: What’s the Difference?
Looking to lose weight and keep it off for good? Follow the 80% diet, 20% exercise rule to crush your goals.
How to Boost Your Metabolism: A Helpful Guide
Burn fat and increase your metabolism naturally by incorporating these healthy habits and dietary changes into your wellness routine.
How to Support Your Joint Health
You can keep your joints moving in the right direction at any age with a healthy lifestyle and smart supplements. Here are our top tips.
7 Tips for Back Pain Relief
We all get a little achy from time to time, but these 7 tips offer the perfect way to put back discomfort behind you.
